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A black car parked in front of a building with a white exterior and a black roof.

A multi-story hotel with a parking lot, outdoor seating, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a large window.

A kitchen with a countertop, a sink, and a window with blinds.

1. Oamaru Motor Lodge

Oamaru North

Lynette

CA $98

CA $115 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A building facade with ornate architectural details, including a central decorative panel and two symmetrical sculptures.

A hallway with a staircase, a clock, and framed pictures on the walls.

A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a vase with purple flowers, and a framed artwork on the wall.

A bar area with a beer tap and a wine & beverage list sign.

2. Brydone Hotel Oamaru

Oamaru

brett

CA $104

CA $120 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A spacious lobby with a wooden floor, leather sofas, a red chair, and multiple hanging lights.

A spacious lobby with a wooden reception desk, red chairs, hanging pendant lights, and a bar area in the background.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a unique X-shaped headboard, two bedside lamps, and a view through a window.

A wall of whisky labels in a room with wooden flooring and a staircase leading to another area.

3. Poshtel

Oamaru

CA $158

CA $182 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A set of outdoor metal stairs with a handrail, leading up to a building entrance.

A modern bedroom with a red bed, a sliding glass door, and a small patio area with a table and chairs.

A hotel courtyard with a paved walkway, a palm tree planter, and a building with multiple balconies and windows.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

4. Heritage Court Lodge

Oamaru North

CA $88

CA $103 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A multi-story hotel with a brick driveway and a landscaped garden.

A multi-story building with balconies, outdoor seating, and large windows.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a built-in dishwasher, and a large sink.

A coastal landscape with a beach, rocky cliffs, and a distant view of mountains.

5. The Mews Oamaru

Oamaru

Mark

CA $133

CA $154 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A building entrance with a covered porch, large potted plants, and a sign indicating a Sky lounge.

A neatly made bed with a white comforter, a rolled white blanket, and a dark blue throw blanket.

A living room with a sofa and a dining table with chairs. There is a kitchen area with cabinets and a microwave. A flat-screen TV is mounted on the wall.

A kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel sink, a kettle, and a stove.

6. Alpine Motel

Oamaru

Tony

CA $95

CA $110 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A hotel room with a bed, a blue sofa, a desk with a chair, a large window with a view of the city, and a painting on the wall.

A modern building with a car parked in front.

7. Joy 40 Apartments Oamaru

Oamaru

CA $162

CA $189 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

A gym with multiple treadmills, red chairs, and a table.

A hotel room with two beds, a sink, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.

A compact kitchen with a stainless steel sink, a microwave, and a stove.

A motel with a red roof, a signboard, and a parking lot with cars.

8. Bella Vista Motel Oamaru

Oamaru

Peter

CA $133

CA $152 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

A commercial laundry area with two stacked washers and a dryer, a safety warning sign, and a potted plant.

A street view of a hotel with a row of rooms on either side, a car parked in the middle, and a hill with houses in the background.

A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a window with sheer curtains, and a view of trees outside.

A patio with a table and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and a brick wall.

9. ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge

Oamaru North

Kevin

CA $118

CA $135 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A well-maintained garden with a flowering tree, a stone border, and a lawn.

A hotel with a two-story structure, a staircase leading to the upper level, and outdoor seating area with chairs and tables.

A hotel room with a bed, a purple sofa, a wooden coffee table, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

A neatly made bed with a white quilt, two striped pillows, and a black headboard. There are two bedside tables with lamps and a remote control on one.

10. 289 Midway Motel

Oamaru

Wendy

CA $107

CA $124 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A bar with a row of beer taps labeled with various brands and types.

A living room with a brown leather sofa, two armchairs, a small round table, and a window with a view of a building.

A room with two beds, wooden flooring, and a window with sheer curtains.

A formal dining room with a wooden table, chairs, a cabinet, and two flags.

11. Criterion Boutique Hotel

South Hill

Nicholas

CA $94

CA $108 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 10 - Oct 11

A room with two beds, a wooden table, and a television.

A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel sink, and a window above the countertop.

A motel with a covered patio, sliding glass doors to the rooms, and outdoor seating.

A two-story residential building with a paved driveway and a small porch area.

12. AAA Thames Court Motel

Oamaru

CA $89

CA $163 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A restaurant with wooden beams, tables, chairs, and menu boards.

A two-story building with a sign reading "Ascot Reception" above the entrance.

A landscaped garden with a gravel path, rocks, and flowering bushes.

A billiards hall with a wooden counter, a digital scoreboard, and a glass display case.

13. Ascot Oamaru Motel

Oamaru North

Akuila

CA $133

CA $153 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 7 - Nov 8

A large, multi-story building with a symmetrical facade, multiple windows, and a central entrance.

A grassy park area with trees and a building in the background.

A compact hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a kitchenette, and a large window.

An interior of a church with wooden pews arranged in rows, a central altar, and stained glass windows.

14. Teschemakers Resort

Teschemakers

Jawid

CA $185

CA $213 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 5 - Nov 6

A bed with a grey quilt and red pillows, a red and white striped throw, and a white headboard.

A grassy outdoor area with a swing set and a slide.

A well-maintained garden with a palm tree, flowering plants, and a wooden fence.

A modern kitchen with a built-in stove, a sink, and a compact refrigerator. There is a window above the sink with a view of greenery outside.

15. Colonial Lodge Motel

Oamaru North

Brent

CA $120

CA $140 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A modern building with a glass facade overlooking a body of water.

A home theater room with a large screen, reclining seats, and a mural of autumn leaves.

A modern room with two purple armchairs, a small side table with a plant, and a large window offering a view of greenery and buildings.

A modern house with large windows and a covered outdoor area.

16. Tirohanga Nui

South Hill

CA $468

CA $538 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A stone building with a balcony, large windows, and well-maintained hedges.

A bedroom with a balcony, patterned wallpaper, a bed with a pink blanket, and a TV on the wall.

A well-maintained lawn with neatly trimmed hedges and a stone building with a green roof.

A bedroom with a window overlooking palm trees, a bed with white and yellow bedding, and patterned wallpaper.

17. Casa Nova House

Oamaru North

Bruce

CA $370

CA $430 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A house with a large porch and a view of the Milky Way.

A dining room with a round table surrounded by chairs, large windows with stained glass, and a chandelier.

A spacious living room with a red carpet, a wooden coffee table, a sofa, and a chair. There are windows with curtains, a chandelier, and a fireplace.

A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

18. Pen-y-bryn Lodge

Holmes Hill

CA $535

CA $615 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 10 - Oct 11

A garden with various flowers and a wooden fence.

A small, single-story building with a red roof and large windows, surrounded by a gravel driveway and potted plants.

A modern kitchen with a bar area, a black leather sofa, and a dining table.

A view through a sliding glass door into a backyard with a wooden deck, a metal fence, and various shrubs and trees.

19. Glenavys Waitaki River Motor Camp - Caravan Park

Glenavy

Noni

CA $62

CA $72 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

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Top Totara Hotel Reviews

Oamaru Motor Lodge

8/10 Good

"Comfortable room, Motel well located on main road to the north of the town."

Brydone Hotel Oamaru

10/10 Excellent

"Great staff and perfectly located"

Beautiful ocean view from this lovely holiday home

10/10 Excellent

"We loved our stay! Very clean and lovely views. Kids loved walking to the little park, enjoyed the river mouth area and walked the other direction to the sandy beach. Great takeaways from the spot right in kakanui on our second night. Lovely to be able to bring our dog, he was cozy in his crate and loved poking around the yard, which was very secure."

The Mews Oamaru

8/10 Good

"Staff were friendly and helpful"

Heritage Court Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Enjoyed my stay at Heritage Court Lodge. Spacious studio unit, quiet with minimal road noise. Friendly staff , reception personnel helpful."

Alpine Motel

8/10 Good

"Friendly staff, easy parking."

The Bach Retreat Kakanui

10/10 Excellent

"Great property for a family or get together! Cosy clean living spaces. Fire was fantastic for heating. Amazing showers! And a nice wee walk to the beach. Loved the location being so close to Oamaru."

Colonial Lodge Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Clear room and kitchen, helpful staff, easy parking! Recommend!"

AAA Thames Court Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, well stocked. Spacious bathroom."

More cheap stays in Totara

Criterion Boutique Hotel

3 Tyne St Oamaru Otago Region

CA $94

CA $108 total

Oct 10 - Oct 11

includes taxes & fees

7/10 Good! (52 reviews)

Alpine Motel

285 Thames Street Oamaru

CA $95

CA $110 total

Oct 21 - Oct 22

includes taxes & fees

8.2/10 Very good! (287 reviews)

BURNSIDE HOMESTEAD

527 Burnside Road Elderslie Otago

CA $339

CA $390 total

Nov 7 - Nov 8

includes taxes & fees

5 Bed Panoramic Sea & Town View

23 Bedford Street Oamaru Otago

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The Nest on Till

35 Till Street Oamaru Otago

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Penguin Retreat

2 Arun St Oamaru OTA

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Frequently asked questions

What's the best place for a stay in Totara?

Poshtel, located 4.9 mi (7.9 km) from the heart of Totara, is a top choice for your stay based on our traveler data. Other good options for your trip to the area are Oamaru Motor Lodge and Brydone Hotel Oamaru. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Totara.

What are some of the best vacation rentals in Totara?

"Beachfront Bliss with Stunning Sea Views – Perfect for Families & Friends": This vacation home rental outside of Totara offers a fireplace, a patio, and a barbecue grill to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. It has 3 bedrooms as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge, and a stovetop, so you can cook with friends or family. See all vacation rentals in Totara.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Totara, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Totara.

What is staying in Totara like?

Visitors are sure to enjoy all that Totara has to offer. There are 85 hotels and other accommodations in the surrounding area. Find out more about Totara.

What are the top places to visit in Totara?

Places to visit in the wider area include Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct, Oamaru Harbour, and Steampunk HQ. You'll also find Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony and Moeraki Boulders in the area. Check out what more to see and do in Expedia's Totara guide.

What's the weather like in Totara?

The hottest months are usually February and January with an average temp of 57°F, while the coldest months are July and August with an average of 46°F. Average annual precipitation for Totara is 32 inches.

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Our top choices for Totara hotels

1. Oamaru Motor Lodge

2. Brydone Hotel Oamaru

3. Poshtel

4. Heritage Court Lodge

5. The Mews Oamaru

6. Alpine Motel

7. Joy 40 Apartments Oamaru

8. Bella Vista Motel Oamaru

9. ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge

10. 289 Midway Motel

11. Criterion Boutique Hotel

12. AAA Thames Court Motel

13. Ascot Oamaru Motel

14. Teschemakers Resort

15. Colonial Lodge Motel

16. Tirohanga Nui

17. Casa Nova House

18. Pen-y-bryn Lodge

19. Glenavys Waitaki River Motor Camp - Caravan Park

Top Totara Hotel Reviews

Oamaru Motor Lodge

Brydone Hotel Oamaru

Beautiful ocean view from this lovely holiday home

The Mews Oamaru

Heritage Court Lodge

Alpine Motel

The Bach Retreat Kakanui

Colonial Lodge Motel

AAA Thames Court Motel

More cheap stays in Totara

Criterion Boutique Hotel

Alpine Motel

BURNSIDE HOMESTEAD

5 Bed Panoramic Sea & Town View

The Nest on Till

Penguin Retreat

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