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Poshtel
5.0 star property

Luxury adults-only hotel, walk to Steampunk HQ

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Poshtel

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Interior
Exterior
King Room
Interior
Reception

Overview of Poshtel

Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping

Check out the area

Map
126 Thames Street, Oamaru, Otago, 9400
  • Popular LocationSteampunk HQ9 min walk
  • Popular LocationOamaru Harbour13 min walk
  • Popular LocationOamaru Blue Penguin Colony4 min drive
  • AirportOamaru (OAM)15 min drive
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Room options

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Superior King Room

Superior King Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • 178 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Petite

Petite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 569 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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King Room

King Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 178 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Apartment

Apartment

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Suite

Superior Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 194 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Property entrance
Oamaru Motor Lodge
Free airport shuttle
Pet-friendly
Parking included
Free WiFi
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (602)
The price is CA $114
CA $132 total
includes taxes & fees
May 29 - May 30
Oamaru Motor Lodge

About the area

Oamaru

Located in Oamaru, Poshtel is in the entertainment district and near a train station. Travelers eager for a bit of culture can stop by North Otago Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Oamaru Gardens and Oamaru Harbour. Don't miss out on a visit to Whitestone Cheese Factory.
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What's nearby

  • North Otago Museum - 4 min walk
  • Steampunk HQ - 9 min walk
  • Oamaru Gardens - 11 min walk
  • Oamaru Harbour - 13 min walk
  • Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • Temptations Bakery - 4 min walk
  • McDonald's - 4 min walk
  • Fat Sally's Pub & Restaurant - 3 min walk
  • Scotts Brewing - 12 min walk
  • The Last Post Pub Restaurant - 6 min walk

About this property

Poshtel

Luxury eco-certified hotel near Steampunk HQ
Located close to Oamaru Hospital and North Otago Museum, Poshtel provides dry cleaning/laundry services. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), a front-desk safe, and a TV in the lobby
  • Secured bicycle storage, an elevator, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and offer comforts such as bathrobes, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Mini fridges, heating, and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 15 per person

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Mini-fridge
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

This property welcomes adults only
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 15.00 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

Children 2 years old and younger are not permitted at this adults-only property

National rating

Qualmark® assigns an official star rating for accommodations in New Zealand. This Boutique & Lodge property is rated 5 stars.
Official New Zealand Rating provided by Qualmark®

Property is also known as

Poshtel Hotel Oamaru
Poshtel Oamaru
Poshtel Lodge
Poshtel Oamaru
Poshtel Lodge Oamaru

Frequently asked questions

Is Poshtel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Poshtel?

As of Apr 28, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Poshtel on May 5, 2024 start from CA $108.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Poshtel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Poshtel?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Poshtel located?

Situated in the historical district, this luxury hotel is within a 10-minute walk of North Otago Museum, Oamaru Hospital, and Janet Frame House. Steampunk HQ and Whitestone Cheese Factory are also within 10 minutes.

Poshtel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 174 out of 214 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 214 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 214 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 214 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 214 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Weijun

Travelled with partner
Pretty averages
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
One of the most unique places we have stayed. Really fun and great location. Continental breakfast was perfect. Easy walking to town and penguins.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Amenities
Lovely! Very clean, nice staff, good location. Would stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Roy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Room #1 very small. No room for suitcases. Earplugs were already provided in the room for the noise!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kangming

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our stay was superb and exceeded our expectations. The hotel is tastefully decorated with memorabilia and interesting items you won't find anywhere else. When we mentioned we would be leaving early the next morning they prepared a breakfast tray in advance for our room. It was just amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024