Title: 10 Best Hotels in Historic Precinct, Oamaru for 2026 | Expedia.ca

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## Our top choices for Historic Precinct hotels

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124990000/124981600/124981578/282acfe6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124990000/124981600/124981578/865eb3e7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Studio, Balcony, Sea View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124990000/124981600/124981578/2535a163.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Studio, Balcony, Mountain View | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124990000/124981600/124981578/e26854e7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Tirohanga Nui

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Oamaru-Hotels-Tirohanga-Nui.h124981578.Hotel-Information)

Historic Precinct

CA $999

CA $1,149 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 17 - Feb 18

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Oamaru-Hotels-Tirohanga-Nui.h124981578.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4480000/4478700/4478647/f2df2143.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4480000/4478700/4478647/2ca8b18e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4480000/4478700/4478647/47376e57.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![The Nest Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4480000/4478700/4478647/f3455465.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Pen-y-bryn Lodge

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Oamaru-Hotels-Pen-Y-Bryn-Lodge.h4478647.Hotel-Information)

Historic Precinct

9.6/10

Exceptional

(18 reviews)

"Unique graceful spreading layout adds wonder to this attractive Victorian B & B. The gardens in spring are a riot of color, the food delicious and the bed comfortable. The hosts, James and James are delightful. "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Brindan

CA $640

CA $739 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 17 - Feb 18

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Oamaru-Hotels-Pen-Y-Bryn-Lodge.h4478647.Hotel-Information)

![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119520000/119516300/119516212/5e727648.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119520000/119516300/119516212/a201b121.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119520000/119516300/119516212/95751855.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119520000/119516300/119516212/4208a6c4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Criterion Boutique Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Oamaru-Hotels-Criterion-Boutique-Hotel.h119516212.Hotel-Information)

Historic Precinct

7.0/10

Good

(25 reviews)

"Great room thanks "

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Chris

CA $77

CA $89 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 22 - Feb 23

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Oamaru-Hotels-Criterion-Boutique-Hotel.h119516212.Hotel-Information)

![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30990000/30982700/30982620/3a4c4236.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Superior Suite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30990000/30982700/30982620/6bb715d1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30990000/30982700/30982620/b787c661.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30990000/30982700/30982620/15feb1f6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Poshtel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Oamaru-Hotels-Poshtel.h30982620.Hotel-Information)

1.2 km from Historic Precinct

9.6/10

Exceptional

(376 reviews)

"We had a great stay lovely clean room and helpful staff"

![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg)

Lynne

CA $174

CA $202 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 17 - Mar 18

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Oamaru-Hotels-Poshtel.h30982620.Hotel-Information)

![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15400000/15390800/15390703/d093c1eb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Twin Cabin | View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15400000/15390800/15390703/721e9cca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden Area | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15400000/15390800/15390703/1fcb77b0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden Area | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15400000/15390800/15390703/571e67a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Glenavys Waitaki River Motor Camp - Caravan Park

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Glenavy-Hotels-Glenavys-Waitaki-River-Motor-Camp-Caravan-Park.h15390703.Hotel-Information)

23.4 km from Historic Precinct

8.8/10

Excellent

(56 reviews)

"Room was great. Slept well. Bathroom is a little walk from the cabin. "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Ray

CA $68

CA $78 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 21 - Feb 22

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Glenavy-Hotels-Glenavys-Waitaki-River-Motor-Camp-Caravan-Park.h15390703.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72940000/72936200/72936167/4c057a1d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Garden view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72940000/72936200/72936167/e601bce8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72940000/72936200/72936167/5d51e622.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72940000/72936200/72936167/e7bc4a8c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Casa Nova House

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Oamaru-Hotels-Casa-Nova-House.h72936167.Hotel-Information)

Oamaru North, 3.8 km from Historic Precinct

10/10

Exceptional

(11 reviews)

"Supernice host, clean room and all renovated, historic, beautiful house!! Would 100% recommend this place to others."

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Ruiying

CA $420

CA $485 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 14 - Mar 15

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Oamaru-Hotels-Casa-Nova-House.h72936167.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109380000/109376100/109376066/5ab2b5b0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe Triple Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109380000/109376100/109376066/293a8bd3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109380000/109376100/109376066/602d54c7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109380000/109376100/109376066/b48a8cf8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Teschemakers Resort

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Teschemakers-Hotels-Teschemakers-Resort.h109376066.Hotel-Information)

8.7 km from Historic Precinct

9.4/10

Exceptional

(8 reviews)

"Very nice and quiet!"

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Jawid

CA $191

CA $219 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 28 - Mar 1

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Teschemakers-Hotels-Teschemakers-Resort.h109376066.Hotel-Information)

![Electric vehicle charging station](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4840000/4831000/4830942/028a872c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Courtyard](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4840000/4831000/4830942/be3e9850.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4840000/4831000/4830942/0f96c80d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4840000/4831000/4830942/51b63ebf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Oamaru Motor Lodge

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Oamaru-Hotels-Oamaru-Motor-Lodge.h4830942.Hotel-Information)

Oamaru North, 2.9 km from Historic Precinct

9.4/10

Exceptional

(717 reviews)

"Comfortable motel in a quaint historic town"

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Kylie

CA $150

CA $174 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 8 - Mar 9

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Oamaru-Hotels-Oamaru-Motor-Lodge.h4830942.Hotel-Information)

![Family Apartment](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4520000/4517000/4516990/67a2c2e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property - evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4520000/4517000/4516990/188ade58.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Executive Studio Apartment  | Private kitchenette](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4520000/4517000/4516990/e87321ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Family Apartment](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4520000/4517000/4516990/d3f9ca0c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### AAA Thames Court Motel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Oamaru-Hotels-AAA-Thames-Court-Motel.h4516990.Hotel-Information)

1.9 km from Historic Precinct

9.2/10

Wonderful

(247 reviews)

"Great shower pressure!"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Craig

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Oamaru-Hotels-AAA-Thames-Court-Motel.h4516990.Hotel-Information)

![Courtyard](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16440000/16431800/16431762/b6179e0d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16440000/16431800/16431762/90c78453.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16440000/16431800/16431762/8dcc8550.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16440000/16431800/16431762/9b6654d4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### The Mews Oamaru

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Oamaru-Hotels-Highfield-Mews-Motel.h16431762.Hotel-Information)

1.8 km from Historic Precinct

9.4/10

Exceptional

(354 reviews)

"Clean and comfortable, would be happy to stay again"

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Anthony

CA $178

CA $207 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 17 - Mar 18

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Oamaru-Hotels-Highfield-Mews-Motel.h16431762.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/400000/393400/393302/5484cd94.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Classic Suite | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/400000/393400/393302/87c3e9fb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Interior entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/400000/393400/393302/af23fb41.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/400000/393400/393302/38205afa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Brydone Hotel Oamaru

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Oamaru-Hotels-Brydone-Hotel-Oamaru.h393302.Hotel-Information)

0.9 km from Historic Precinct

8.6/10

Excellent

(584 reviews)

"Very nice place and very convenient location "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Pradeep

CA $113

CA $130 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 5 - Mar 6

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Oamaru-Hotels-Brydone-Hotel-Oamaru.h393302.Hotel-Information)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2593000/2592954/0be677d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![2 Bedroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2593000/2592954/addf3dfe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Executive 1 Bedroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2593000/2592954/121f089f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Executive 1 Bedroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2593000/2592954/160e8808.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Alpine Motel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Oamaru-Hotels-Alpine-Motel.h2592954.Hotel-Information)

1.7 km from Historic Precinct

8.2/10

Very good

(247 reviews)

"Great place for a one night stop to break up a long drive. The owners are relatively new so bear that in mind when looking at older reviews. Very clean and spacious"

![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg)

Vicki

CA $113

CA $131 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 1 - Mar 2

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Oamaru-Hotels-Alpine-Motel.h2592954.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629100/9629021/e65be69d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Gym](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629100/9629021/999dd1ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Laundry room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629100/9629021/d78b5ed0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Executive One Bedroom Suite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629100/9629021/46508149.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Oamaru-Hotels-ASURE-Ambassador-Motor-Lodge.h9629021.Hotel-Information)

Oamaru North, 2.4 km from Historic Precinct

9.2/10

Wonderful

(307 reviews)

"Great room ,good firm bed. Nice reception staff and close to town."

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Sandra

CA $152

CA $174 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 12 - Mar 13

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Oamaru-Hotels-ASURE-Ambassador-Motor-Lodge.h9629021.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4480000/4478500/4478476/e082e8d4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4480000/4478500/4478476/66ec078d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4480000/4478500/4478476/a3acff57.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4480000/4478500/4478476/2d92b68c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### 289 Midway Motel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Oamaru-Hotels-289-Midway-Motel.h4478476.Hotel-Information)

1.7 km from Historic Precinct

8.2/10

Very good

(314 reviews)

"Great location "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Linda

CA $139

CA $160 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 15 - Mar 16

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Oamaru-Hotels-289-Midway-Motel.h4478476.Hotel-Information)

![Daily continental breakfast (NZD 13.00 per person)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1870000/1867000/1866983/e28acb86.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Children's activities](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1870000/1867000/1866983/93e3e138.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Billiards](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1870000/1867000/1866983/15078945.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1870000/1867000/1866983/b1876221.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Ascot Oamaru Motel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Oamaru-Hotels-Ascot-Oamaru-Motel.h1866983.Hotel-Information)

Oamaru North, 4.7 km from Historic Precinct

7.6/10

Good

(463 reviews)

"Perfect room for the night "

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Greg

CA $153

CA $175 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 25 - Feb 26

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Oamaru-Hotels-Ascot-Oamaru-Motel.h1866983.Hotel-Information)

![Superior Studio (Plus)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6900000/6891700/6891693/89be7ce0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6900000/6891700/6891693/0e81af6d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6900000/6891700/6891693/c5db873e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6900000/6891700/6891693/6a9034ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Colonial Lodge Motel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Oamaru-Hotels-Colonial-Lodge-Motel.h6891693.Hotel-Information)

Oamaru North, 4.4 km from Historic Precinct

8.8/10

Excellent

(263 reviews)

"Very nice host, comfortable apartment and parking. The room was on the colder side and we didn't manage to figure out how to warm it up."

![Italy](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/it.svg)

Fabio

CA $120

CA $139 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 8 - Mar 9

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![Staircase](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3880000/3874300/3874294/b1a40bed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Luxury Studio - 1 Queen, 1 Single](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3880000/3874300/3874294/f73d19c6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Select Comfort beds, individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3880000/3874300/3874294/add103ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3880000/3874300/3874294/973b4d22.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Heritage Court Lodge 

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Oamaru-Hotels-Heritage-Court-Motor-Lodge-Oamaru.h3874294.Hotel-Information)

Oamaru North, 3 km from Historic Precinct

8.4/10

Very good

(398 reviews)

"We always enjoy staying here when traveling through Oamaru very friendly staff and clean"

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Roger

CA $177

CA $204 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 26 - Feb 27

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![Aerobics facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4480000/4478200/4478161/973754fa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![One Bedroom Family Unit](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4480000/4478200/4478161/267301e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4480000/4478200/4478161/1705b26f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Superior Triple Room | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4480000/4478200/4478161/d681b671.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Bella Vista Motel Oamaru

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Oamaru-Hotels-Bella-Vista-Motel-Oamaru.h4478161.Hotel-Information)

1.5 km from Historic Precinct

8.6/10

Excellent

(375 reviews)

"Good parking Easy access to town"

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Bob

CA $189

CA $217 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 10 - Mar 11

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Oamaru-Hotels-Bella-Vista-Motel-Oamaru.h4478161.Hotel-Information)

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## Where to stay in Historic Precinct

Find the best Historic Precinct areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. [Learn more about Historic Precinct](https://www.expedia.ca/Oamaru-Historic-Precinct.dx960797139941023744)

- Oamaru North
- Ardgowan
- South Hill
- Weston
- Holmes Hill

![North Otago Museum and monument in Oamaru New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/693174155926278144/b504fa7d-5b5c-4bf6-a483-c879d19a12a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=960&h=540&p=1&q=medium)

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![Oamaru North map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=289x340&map_id=c017d89749dc74ad&markers=icon:%7C&path=enc:dw%60rGylnr_%40%7DDEyScHc%40FoC_BkB%5Cj%40iA%7BDtAoBDgAn%40c%40aAmB%7D%40wC%7BDfCoEu%5C%7BWzRaPzInFEkq%40zQE%3FkAYSXmA%3Fuu%40koBifBt%40eAz%40J%40eC%5CWQ_AnAIf%40iBb%40FdBsDVf%40Z%5BT%60%40n%40G%5Cp%40pAMBqAlAOZoA%7C%40A_%40iAN%5Bz%40tAz%40Kl%40jClAEd%40d%40pAD%40gEzAsEpBq%40T_AvD%7B%40v%40mAnAQ%3FoBd%40IPeAdAm%40vC%60%40r%40%7DA%7EAiA%60%40Zv%40a%40RT%7CDgB%60%40%5CtADBm%40z%40P%7E%40aAfAvAhA%60%40b%40WTz%40d%40N%5Ci%40lA%40bB%7B%40pDbBl%40c%40VsAxBaA%60%40f%40jBs%40VaDtAiAbBPvAi%40rBnB%7EAl%40t%40c%40PkCbA_ArAe%40%7EAiB%60%40%7C%40f%40%3FZaBhAC%5C%7CB%60AjAlA%60%40v%40uAt%40WfB%7EBvT%60g%40pLhU%7CCpIfXdh%40%7EWva%40hIrPfIdMzJpLhNxReA%60HYWYl%40d%40b%40%5BlBq%40i%40k%40dCZZ%40dC%5B%5BYv%40_%40O%7BErOdCfCg%40tCOQqAtDQGEnAr%40j%40m%40pDwAeA%7B%40%60Cd%40ZWr%40c%40%5DcAnCnAfAk%40jDfARs%40fE%7DA%5Es%40jFAbBf%40P%3Ff%40mI%60T%7BIyAmFUyQ_JwCX%40%7EDaJuA%3Fs%40_BJsQeQoCOqLf%40_%40Qg%40xHs%40c%40yM%40ErOiAxAiALCrC&key=AIzaSyAoVHdVOa5-BDRxGhFoAHYIHPst1T09Jo0&signature=eqnEG4kIhkcggNr8CGLCiA9G8cE=)

### Oamaru North

While Oamaru North isn't home to many top sights, Whitestone Cheese Factory and North Otago Museum are some notable places to visit nearby. 

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![Ardgowan map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=289x340&map_id=c017d89749dc74ad&markers=icon:%7C&path=enc:%7CsbrGitkr_%40oAcBxAgHoBDwUu%5BsF%60PTkCeEuK%7DAcAyC%5CfAsRiB%7B%40%7D%40gCkA%7B%40yEkIs%40aLhAMhAyADsOxMAr%40b%40f%40yH%60RErQdQ%7EAK%3Fr%40%60JtAA_EvCYxQ%7EIlFTbSfDhMDaG%60MeBj%40QzAx%40x%40iApCnCnInXEjCtDp%40%7B%40fSb_%40dHfCwBxIwLg%40eAkAMcImDwLs%40mAqEgBQpKcFrDsBsPsAf%40cHT%40bYmK%40iJcL%7EAwF_YD%40%7CAqCrEcA%5B%7BIoIVnGy%40zGqBFmEzK&key=AIzaSyAoVHdVOa5-BDRxGhFoAHYIHPst1T09Jo0&signature=rPSf3koBQbssAyDOb8YjwP8bitY=)

### Ardgowan

Ardgowan might not have many top sights, but North Otago Museum and Steampunk HQ are two attractions nearby that you can check out. 

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![Oamaru featuring heritage architecture, street scenes and café scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635754738632/ddaf072a-2b4e-4725-8454-d4eb4ceb8869.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=960&h=540&p=1&q=medium)

![Oamaru which includes street scenes and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635754738632/d2bac382-6c44-4c42-beb5-63d244b3810b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=960&h=540&p=1&q=medium)

![Oamaru which includes heritage architecture and a church or cathedral](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635711519767/eb935155-7eb9-4aa6-a791-1739c2ad0b36.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=960&h=540&p=1&q=medium)

![In Oamaru there's a little blue penguin colony where you can pay to see a show and learn about the penguins and watch them come in for the night. Penguins in New Zealand are only around at dusk when they swim in from a day at sea for the night. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9135/6737bcbb-31c6-47b0-b7e2-9933330a5de9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=960&h=540&p=1&q=medium)

Photo by YoungAdventuress

![At the end of the road is a gorgeous beach. After 3PM you are not allowed on it anymore, because the yellow eyed penguins will come back from their fishing activities. You can look at them, although you are quite high up and the penguins are tiny!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6361416/83420f2c-183d-45ae-b511-9138b451e210.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=960&h=540&p=1&q=medium)

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![South Hill map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=289x340&map_id=c017d89749dc74ad&markers=icon:%7C&path=enc:b%7EirGgokr_%40A%7D%5CmOBwIvTmBmBy%40XSYRU%7B%40kAi%40t%40%7BAwAr%40iB_Aq%40p%40gB_%40o%40j%40%7D%40nAdB%7E%40yAkAoBr%40eAaBiCP%7BBiB_%40De%40iB_%40o%40hAi%40KKtAoBa%40P%7DBsHuAI%60Aa%40ICTYoARoCiAS%5BuA%60%40OLcB%7DBsBYqAVDRkCm%40_Bc%40VUgA%5BJYoAXwC%5DPa%40iCq%40FYoA%60%40wB_BiBbBoE%60%40H%3FgBx%40%7DBh%40jAP%7BBb%40FP%7BBa%40ITm%40v%40NN%7BBb%40FJ%7BEfATPcCc%40WK%7BB_%40It%40yDgCoA%5CyB_AeA%7EOf%40hAeAlFga%40Zb%40%7BEb%60%40Xz%40l%40d%40zN_AzAcAlCeVs%40%7DA%7BCqCHU%7ECtCr%40hBdAoGc%40M%60%40%3F%5By%40Ta%40iCW%40_A%60C%40t%40%7BCyAiBsCc%40qDX%7D%40k%40kIF%3Fg%40dFB%7E%40kC%60%40xAvAv%40xK%40bCaAdD_Hp%40e%40%7C%40ShC%7E%40pBkBbBxA%60S%7CDbAIhCbAhDWxDvArCH%60F%7BC%5C_DlAdFM%60Al%40dFgAlBt%40fAo%40vBmDnF%3FzAkPrWsAIo%40jAvHnK%3FxAcR%40AqA%7B%40%60BqB%7E%40%7DDn%40yB%3Fq%40a%40%7D%40nAoE%7C%40cAlNxYWO%7EVr%40Tu%40rFqB%60E%3FbCf%40zAtGhGKr%40mE%3FN%60s%40cV%40&key=AIzaSyAoVHdVOa5-BDRxGhFoAHYIHPst1T09Jo0&signature=KSD5Xxitj8VuVZSJctNBoi_uhJE=)

### South Hill

If you're spending some time in South Hill, Oamaru Harbour and Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct are top sights worth seeing. 

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![Weston map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=289x340&map_id=c017d89749dc74ad&markers=icon:%7C&path=enc:tlzqGinar_%40%40qa%40vIiW_FBoCoMrCub%40AyJ%5EuBbEiIyJ%7D%40eIfJ_DjAgOvLwKlBLlBbABHjAm%40La%40%5DUiDaBXE_r%40tEf%40b%40qD%60HmLhAyZzBkJjP_QjDhMv%40%7E%40%7CO%7BCtFaHzCRhPzLGcaAvNGrFyDlAmDC%7BA%7E%40a%40lI%7CFzEDp%40q%40pDfK%3FxD%7EB%40%60%60%40iK%7CDxAnFmBnGy%40Dg%40lCiB%7CBjGuAqLsHeK%7EBkVxDyDv%40wB%40yDjBaD%3FwE%7CQtCbEkGf%40mDlAeCjC_%40jNjCxC%5D%7CAbAdEtKUjCrFaPvUt%5BnBEyAfHnAbBlE%7BKpBGx%40%7BGWoGzInIbAZpCsEA%7DA%7EXE_BvFhJbLlKAAcYbHUrAg%40rBrPbFsDPqKpEfB%60FdOLbIdAjAvLf%40vByIvIfDxBlGT%60I%7D%40mBs%40LoD%7ECaHT%7BFlBcDjC_B%60FgIvB%7DCnD%3Fc%40%7DWjAqAhAcArEkFjLk%40tMfApHa%40fIsBbAmAI_Ax%40FbAdLtAtGsFhMoE%7CGr%40Bni%40PEH%7E%40%3FtK%7CHA%3FtBlAdA%7EH%3F%3FzKcVBaH%5DA%7BAoD%3F%40hIi%40n%40%40%7EJpI%3F%3F%7CJfD%3FDn%60AybAJu%40xG_BpEa%40U%5CwIU%7DBo%5DBgs%40xc%40qN%7EHwAqGoFz%40wA%7ECm%40oAqJ_E%7BD%7CDif%40JzAhQaP%3F%5B_JvBkCu%40mD%5B%7E%40%7BMa%40%3FoEyMqAkIG%7D%40%7BRa%40BwB%7CAaJtQFvZon%40H&key=AIzaSyAoVHdVOa5-BDRxGhFoAHYIHPst1T09Jo0&signature=6P-4U0sY9bx2X_wLf61cJcF7Qds=)

### Weston

While Weston might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like North Otago Museum and Steampunk HQ. 

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![Holmes Hill map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=289x340&map_id=c017d89749dc74ad&markers=icon:%7C&path=enc:%7EtjrGiwhr_%40o%40i%40yAKeCeBqDDqGiFCcd%40mI%3FDlDiB%7E%40cEaCoB%5B%3FzE%7DBh%40%7DEuB_DgHsB%5BqAz%40%3FxEqFtC_H%7EF%40%7CEeGBHd%40u%40%3FkN_%40e%40x%40uF%7BCcBeBEcTxEyJp%40%3F%7ECoTm%40SWuGyBmGxXxKpDif%40%7CAKm%40aAP%7BBrHtAQ%7CBd%40JhATJuAh%40Jn%40iAhB%5EEd%40hB%5EQzB%60BhCs%40dAjAnB_AxAoAeBk%40%7C%40%5En%40q%40fB%7E%40p%40s%40hBzAvAh%40u%40z%40jASTRXx%40YlBlBvIwTlOC%40%7C%5CrUAF%7EvA&key=AIzaSyAoVHdVOa5-BDRxGhFoAHYIHPst1T09Jo0&signature=PFiRsl4Kl_4Y8YJo2SRZPrhAr8A=)

### Holmes Hill

While Holmes Hill isn't home to many top sights, Oamaru Gardens and Steampunk HQ are some notable places to visit nearby. 

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## Top Historic Precinct Hotel Reviews

![Heritage Court Lodge ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3880000/3874300/3874294/74681644_y.jpg)

### Heritage Court Lodge 

10/10 Excellent

"Clean. Easy parking. Quick check-in.. will stay again"

[](https://expedia.ca/Oamaru-Hotels-Heritage-Court-Motor-Lodge-Oamaru.h3874294.Hotel-Information)

![Criterion Boutique Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119520000/119516300/119516212/95751855_y.jpg)

### Criterion Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great room thanks "

[](https://expedia.ca/Oamaru-Hotels-Criterion-Boutique-Hotel.h119516212.Hotel-Information)

![Poshtel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30990000/30982700/30982620/9d86dc05_y.jpg)

### Poshtel

10/10 Excellent

"Uniquely designed and decorated! Renovated building with theme rooms and nostalgia items made for a fun stay. Check in and greeting by Tina was so friendly and helpful. Breakfast included was lovely with lots of options to start off the day! Location was fantastic, walking distance to great area to view this beautiful historic town. Highly recommend this stand out hotel. "

[](https://expedia.ca/Oamaru-Hotels-Poshtel.h30982620.Hotel-Information)

![Little Sweetie in the Heart of Old Oamaru](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71520000/71512300/71512286/3bfe4108_y.jpg)

### Little Sweetie in the Heart of Old Oamaru

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful refurbished spacious well designed and extremely comfortable house. Completely private and quiet with gorgeous views."

[](https://expedia.ca/Oamaru-Hotels-Little-Sweetie-In-The-Heart-Of-Old-Oamaru.h71512286.Hotel-Information)

![Comfortable family home with beautiful wild gardens to enjoy.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110860000/110854100/110854003/26a192b3_y.jpg)

### Comfortable family home with beautiful wild gardens to enjoy.

10/10 Excellent

"Very lovely house. Host was amazing with communication "

[](https://expedia.ca/Oamaru-Hotels-Comfortable-Family-Home-With-Beautiful-Wild-Gardens-To-Enjoy.h110854003.Hotel-Information)

![Brydone Hotel Oamaru](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/400000/393400/393302/5484cd94_y.jpg)

### Brydone Hotel Oamaru

10/10 Excellent

"Service and staff were excellent. Felt very welcome"

[](https://expedia.ca/Oamaru-Hotels-Brydone-Hotel-Oamaru.h393302.Hotel-Information)

![Oamaru Motor Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4840000/4831000/4830942/b7e89f9c_y.jpg)

### Oamaru Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"The room was spotless and very comfortable. Check in was quick and easy. Despite being on SH1 there was no noise in the evening and we slept well."

[](https://expedia.ca/Oamaru-Hotels-Oamaru-Motor-Lodge.h4830942.Hotel-Information)

![Exquisite Luxury Property with Stunning Views](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34670000/34665500/34665454/c33d5e61_y.jpg)

### Exquisite Luxury Property with Stunning Views

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was wonderful! Beautiful, unique home with easy check-in and check-out procedures. "

[](https://expedia.ca/Oamaru-Hotels-Exquisite-Luxury-Property-With-Stunning-Views.h34665454.Hotel-Information)

![289 Midway Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4480000/4478500/4478476/5232efc7_y.jpg)

### 289 Midway Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Great location "

[](https://expedia.ca/Oamaru-Hotels-289-Midway-Motel.h4478476.Hotel-Information)

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