Title: Book The Best Hotels in Waianakarua for 2026 from CA $84 - Fully Refundable Options - Expedia.ca

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## Our top choices for Waianakarua hotels

![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)

![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)

![Standard Twin Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119520000/119516300/119516212/w3024h4030x0y0-beee0b2c.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)

### Criterion Boutique Hotel

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

South Hill

7.2/10

Good

(33 reviews)

"Great room thanks "

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

Chris

CA $72

CA $84 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 19 - Mar 20

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

![Point of interest](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16440000/16431800/16431762/b01d3198.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)

![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)

### The Mews Oamaru

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

Oamaru

9.4/10

Exceptional

(355 reviews)

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

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

Anthony

CA $158

CA $182 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 15 - Mar 16

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

![Superior Studio Suite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4840000/4831000/4830942/d1e3d617.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)

### Oamaru Motor Lodge

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

Oamaru North

9.4/10

Exceptional

(722 reviews)

"Comfortable motel in a quaint historic town"

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

Kylie

CA $127

CA $148 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 10 - Apr 11

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

![Staircase](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3880000/3874300/3874294/b1a40bed.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)

![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)

### Heritage Court Lodge 

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

Oamaru North

8.4/10

Very good

(400 reviews)

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

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

Roger

CA $138

CA $163 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 17 - Mar 18

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

Oamaru

8.6/10

Excellent

(592 reviews)

"Very nice place and very convenient location "

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

Pradeep

CA $104

CA $121 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 1 - Apr 2

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

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

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1870000/1867000/1866983/7c041320.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

7.6/10

Good

(471 reviews)

"Perfect room for the night "

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

Greg

CA $137

CA $159 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 16 - Mar 17

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

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

![Banquet hall](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109380000/109376100/109376066/0773507c.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)

Teschemakers

9.4/10

Exceptional

(8 reviews)

"Very nice and quiet!"

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

Jawid

CA $186

CA $213 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 28 - Mar 29

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

![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)

![Dinner served, Modern European cuisine](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4480000/4478700/4478647/7688db46.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)

### Pen-y-bryn Lodge

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

Holmes Hill

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 $542

CA $637 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 9 - Apr 10

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

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629100/9629021/356add05.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

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 $131

CA $151 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 15 - Mar 16

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

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

![Interior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30990000/30982700/30982620/f1085464.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)

Oamaru

9.6/10

Exceptional

(382 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 $163

CA $189 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 27 - Mar 28

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Oamaru-Hotels-Poshtel.h30982620.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](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72940000/72936200/72936167/29f5b2ce.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

10/10

Exceptional

(12 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 $399

CA $463 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 7 - Apr 8

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

![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)

![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)

### 289 Midway Motel

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

Oamaru

8.2/10

Very good

(317 reviews)

"Great location "

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

Linda

CA $140

CA $161 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 24 - Mar 25

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

![Family Apartment](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4520000/4517000/4516990/d3f9ca0c.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)

![Superior One Bedroom Apartment | Living room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4520000/4517000/4516990/57e8719d.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)

Oamaru

9.2/10

Wonderful

(250 reviews)

"Great shower pressure!"

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

Craig

CA $148

CA $233 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 15 - Mar 16

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

![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)

![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)

### Colonial Lodge Motel

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

Oamaru North

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 $168

CA $193 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 15 - Mar 16

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

![Executive 1 Bedroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2593000/2592954/cf089973.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)

Oamaru

8.2/10

Very good

(250 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 $105

CA $122 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 28 - Mar 29

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

![Aerobics facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4480000/4478200/4478161/973754fa.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)

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

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4480000/4478200/4478161/80fc0d97.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)

Oamaru

8.6/10

Excellent

(375 reviews)

"Good parking Easy access to town"

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

Bob

CA $152

CA $175 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 26 - Mar 27

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

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CA $974

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## Recent Reviews in Waianakarua

![Alpine Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2593000/2592954/0be677d6_y.jpg)

### Alpine Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Great owners, staff everyone fantastic. Double glazing warm and no noise "

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### Poshtel

10/10 Excellent

"This was a fabulous hotel with tons of character. The decor was incredible. And it was clean, comfy and close to everything. "

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### Criterion Boutique Hotel

8/10 Good

"Lovely old hotel with great location "

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### Heritage Court Lodge 

8/10 Good

"Convenient location and comfortable and well appointed room - perfect for our one night stay in Oamaru. Easy parking and ground floor room made access very easy. Would not hesitate to recommend to other travellers. We didn’t use the on site restaurant or bar facilities so can’t comment on that."

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### Brydone Hotel Oamaru

10/10 Excellent

"Good bar service"

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### Oamaru Motor Lodge

8/10 Good

"property good"

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### Ascot Oamaru Motel

8/10 Good

"Room was spacious and had everything we needed "

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### AAA Thames Court Motel

8/10 Good

"ok stay overnight . had 2 bed upstairs apartment which served its purpose although if 2 couples 1 sleeps in lounge as 2nd bedroom is bunks . walkable into town . "

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### 289 Midway Motel

8/10 Good

"Room very clean, close to town"

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## More cheap stays in Waianakarua

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### Criterion Boutique Hotel

3 Tyne St Oamaru Otago Region

CA $72

CA $84 total

Mar 19 - Mar 20

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7.2/10 Good! (33 reviews)

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### Alpine Motel

285 Thames Street Oamaru 

CA $105

CA $122 total

Mar 28 - Mar 29

includes taxes & fees

8.2/10 Very Good! (250 reviews)

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### 5 Bed Panoramic Sea & Town View

23 Bedford Street Oamaru Otago

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1B Caledonian Rd Oamaru OTA

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### Penguin Retreat

2 Arun St Oamaru OTA

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## Frequently asked questions

### What is the best area to stay in Waianakarua?

> This area is characterised by its rugged coastline and the Waianakarua River, which flows into the Pacific Ocean. It's a relatively secluded spot, offering a peaceful escape with natural beauty as its main draw. The focus here is on the outdoors, with opportunities for beach walks and enjoying the coastal scenery.
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> For couples seeking a quiet and scenic retreat, this area is ideal. You'll find a selection of holiday homes and boutique accommodations offering privacy and stunning views of the ocean or river. It's superb for those who appreciate nature, long walks on the beach, and the chance to simply relax away from busier towns.
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> Families will also find the coastal area appealing for a restful holiday. The beach provides space for children to play, and the river mouth offers a different environment for exploration.

### When is the best time to go to Waianakarua?

> During this period, the days are long, and temperatures are pleasant, typically ranging from 20 to 25 degrees Celsius. This is ideal for outdoor activities such as exploring the coastline, enjoying the local walking tracks, or visiting nearby attractions like the Moeraki Boulders. Families often find these months great for a relaxed holiday, as children can enjoy the beaches and open spaces without the chill of cooler seasons.
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> Alternatively, the shoulder months of November and March offer a good balance of pleasant weather and fewer crowds. You'll still experience mild temperatures suitable for sightseeing and outdoor pursuits, but with a more tranquil atmosphere.

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