Title: Visit Waiareka Junction: Best of Waiareka Junction, Oamaru Travel 2025 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Waiareka Junction](https://expedia.ca/Waiareka-Junction-Oamaru-Hotels.0-n693174134231367680-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Things to do in Oamaru](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Oamaru.d9135.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Waiareka Junction Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Waiareka-Junction.d693174134231367680.Car-Rental-Guide)[Waiareka Junction Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Waiareka-Junction.d693174134231367680.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Waiareka Junction ## Oamaru ## Visit Waiareka Junction Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Oamaru travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Oamaru.dx9135) * * * ### Popular places to visit ![Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/8cf6f905c26d29a1475f0c798caf326b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony 4.5/5(3 reviews) Explore the great outdoors at Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony, a lovely green space in Oamaru. Amble around the area's marina or experience its museums. [](https://expedia.ca/Oamaru-Blue-Penguin-Colony-South-Hill.d6112990.Vacation-Attraction) ![Oamaru which includes outdoor art](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/182000/182342-Steampunk-Hq.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Steampunk HQ 4/5(3 reviews) Try out interactive displays, marvel at intricate creations, get lost in a light show or just have some bizarre fun at this art gallery with a difference. [](https://expedia.ca/Steampunk-HQ-Historic-Precinct.d553248621526965317.Vacation-Attraction) ![Oamaru featuring rocky coastline, a bay or harbour and boating](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/182000/182335-Oamaru-Harbour.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Oamaru Harbour 4/5(1 review) Explore the waterfront in Oamaru with a trip to Oamaru Harbour. Amble around the area's waterfront or experience its museums. [](https://expedia.ca/Oamaru-Harbour-South-Hill.d553248635149721057.Vacation-Attraction) ![Oamaru which includes street scenes and heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/181000/181509-Oamaru.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct 5/5(1 review) You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct during your trip to Oamaru. Stroll along the marina or experience the area's museums. [](https://expedia.ca/Oamaru-Victorian-Heritage-Precinct-South-Hill.d553248635754738632.Vacation-Attraction) ![Grainstore Gallery](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/182000/182109-Grainstore-Gallery.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Grainstore Gallery Delve inside the minds of a group of local artists as you explore the curiosities of this fascinating gallery, housed within a former Victorian grain store. [](https://expedia.ca/Grainstore-Gallery-South-Hill.d6293808.Vacation-Attraction) ![Forrester Gallery](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/182000/182036-Forrester-Gallery.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Forrester Gallery In Oamaru’s Victorian Precinct is a magnificent historical building that houses a highly regarded art gallery where you will find eclectic exhibitions and exciting events. [](https://expedia.ca/Forrester-Gallery-Oamaru.d6112982.Vacation-Attraction) * * * ## Waiareka Junction Hotel Deals ![Poshtel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30990000/30982700/30982620/9d86dc05_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Poshtel 126 Thames Street, Oamaru, Otago CA $125 CA $144 total Sep 22 - Sep 23 includes taxes & fees Stay at this 5-star luxury lodge in Oamaru. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (319 reviews) "Such a lovely place, the room we had was beautiful. It had a comfortable bed, nice deep bath, was nice and warm and best of all had lots of channels on the TV to watch for the colder wet nights. The staff were very friendly and helpful" Reviewed on Aug 31, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F09%2F2025&endDate=23%2F09%2F2025&selected=30982620&PinnedHotelID=30982620&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693174134231367680) ![AAA Thames Court Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4520000/4517000/4516990/a5c69c50_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### AAA Thames Court Motel 252 Thames Street, Oamaru CA $104 CA $121 total Sep 21 - Sep 22 includes taxes & fees Stay at this 3-star motel in Oamaru. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ... 9/10 Wonderful! (227 reviews) "Quick and easy, self contained, perfect for a stopover on our way to Christchurch" Reviewed on Aug 16, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F09%2F2025&endDate=22%2F09%2F2025&selected=4516990&PinnedHotelID=4516990&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693174134231367680) ![Oamaru Motor Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4840000/4831000/4830942/b7e89f9c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Oamaru Motor Lodge 391 Thames Highway, Oamaru CA $117 CA $135 total Sep 27 - Sep 28 includes taxes & fees Stay at this 4-star business-friendly motel in Oamaru. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (688 reviews) "Just an amazing experience" Reviewed on Sep 13, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=27%2F09%2F2025&endDate=28%2F09%2F2025&selected=4830942&PinnedHotelID=4830942&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693174134231367680) ![Brydone Hotel Oamaru](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/400000/393400/393302/5484cd94_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Brydone Hotel Oamaru 115 Thames Street, Oamaru CA $112 CA $129 total Sep 18 - Sep 19 includes taxes & fees Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Oamaru. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (543 reviews) "Brilliant hotel with awesome heritage rooms and superb restaurant" Reviewed on Sep 15, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=18%2F09%2F2025&endDate=19%2F09%2F2025&selected=393302&PinnedHotelID=393302&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693174134231367680) ![289 Midway Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4480000/4478500/4478476/5232efc7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### 289 Midway Motel 289 Thames Street, Oamaru CA $97 CA $111 total Sep 18 - Sep 19 includes taxes & fees Stay at this 3-star business-friendly motel in Oamaru. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ... 8/10 Very Good! (297 reviews) "Water pressure it great but fine for a short stay" Reviewed on Sep 8, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=18%2F09%2F2025&endDate=19%2F09%2F2025&selected=4478476&PinnedHotelID=4478476&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693174134231367680) ![The Mews Oamaru](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16440000/16431800/16431762/b6179e0d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Mews Oamaru 26 Exe Street, Oamaru CA $136 CA $157 total Sep 19 - Sep 20 includes taxes & fees Stay at this 4.5-star eco-certified motel in Oamaru. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Whitestone Cheese Factory ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (346 reviews) "The motel is very good, I think it is the best choice in Oamaru. It has spa bath, very clean and all the other details are also very good. Definitely will come back." 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