A steam locomotive with a sign reading "STEAMPUNK HQ" in front of a building.

Search Hotels in Historic Precinct, Oamaru

  • Change your mind

    Book hotels with free cancellation

  • Treat yourself

    Save instantly and earn perks with One Key
    Learn about One Key

  • Be picky

    Search almost a million properties worldwide

Check prices for these dates

This weekend
21 Aug - 23 Aug
Next weekend
28 Aug - 30 Aug

Filter by

Star rating

Guest rating

Selecting then applying a filter from this group will update the results on a new page

Our top choices for ${destinationName} hotels

Bar (on property)

1. Criterion Boutique Hotel

Criterion Boutique Hotel
2.0 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (50 reviews)
"Short stay, good for a hassle free bed when travelling/stopping through, great staff, very clean"
Australia
Nicholas
The price is £45
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
Criterion Boutique Hotel
Exterior

2. Pen-y-bryn Lodge

Pen-y-bryn Lodge
5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (18 reviews)
"I had a wonderful stay at Pen-y-bryn Lodge. The property is a beautiful historic building with a peaceful atmosphere, and the room was spacious, spotless, and full of character. The hosts were extremely friendly and welcoming, making the stay feel warm and personal. Overall, a fantastic experience — I would highly recommend this lodge to anyone visiting Oamaru."
Singapore
xander
The price is £287
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Pen-y-bryn Lodge
Terrace/patio

3. Tirohanga Nui

Tirohanga Nui
4.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
The price is £282
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Tirohanga Nui
Exterior detail

4. Brydone Hotel Oamaru

Brydone Hotel Oamaru
3.5 star property
0.6 mi away
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (643 reviews)
"Great location"
Australia
Lea
The price is £68
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Brydone Hotel Oamaru
Interior

5. Poshtel

Poshtel
5.0 star property
0.7 mi away
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (425 reviews)
"Cool hotel, nice atmosphere and great location. Breakfast was good too."
Australia
Joshua
The price is £77
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Poshtel
Courtyard

6. The Mews Oamaru

The Mews Oamaru
4.5 star property
1.1 mi away
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (372 reviews)
"Good place to stay"
Australia
Louis
The price is £83
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
The Mews Oamaru
Lobby

7. Alpine Motel

Alpine Motel
2.5 star property
1.1 mi away
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (285 reviews)
"Room clean and comfortable, plenty of parking and staff very accommodating."
Australia
Peter
The price is £56
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Alpine Motel
Aerobics facility

8. Bella Vista Motel Oamaru

Bella Vista Motel Oamaru
4.0 star property
0.9 mi away
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (380 reviews)
"Great would definitely recommend "
Australia
Piki
The price is £76
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Bella Vista Motel Oamaru
Family Apartment | Egyptian cotton sheets, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

9. AAA Thames Court Motel

AAA Thames Court Motel
3.0 star property
1.2 mi away
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (262 reviews)
"Clean room, well stocked. Spacious bathroom."
United States
Brittney
The price is £93
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
AAA Thames Court Motel
Exterior

10. 289 Midway Motel

289 Midway Motel
3.0 star property
1.1 mi away
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (330 reviews)
"Free parking. Conveniently located and reasonable budget accommodation "
Australia
Sarah
The price is £67
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
289 Midway Motel
Electric vehicle-charging station

11. Oamaru Motor Lodge

Oamaru Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
1.8 mi away
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (744 reviews)
"Convenient, quiet and well priced."
Australia
Cathryn
The price is £78
includes taxes & fees
21 Aug - 22 Aug
Oamaru Motor Lodge
Staircase

12. Heritage Court Lodge

Heritage Court Lodge
4.0 star property
1.8 mi away
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (407 reviews)
"We always enjoy staying here when traveling through Oamaru very friendly staff and clean"
Australia
Roger
The price is £56
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Heritage Court Lodge
Laundry room

13. ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge

ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
1.5 mi away
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (319 reviews)
"Great stay"
Australia
Kevin
The price is £76
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge
Superior Studio (Plus) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

14. Colonial Lodge Motel

Colonial Lodge Motel
3.5 star property
2.7 mi away
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (278 reviews)
"Underfloor heating in rooms was amazing!, also had extra heaters in rooms. Comfortable beds"
Australia
Adrian
The price is £69
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Colonial Lodge Motel
Exterior

15. Casa Nova House

Casa Nova House
5.0 star property
2.3 mi away
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"Excellent accommodation and experience, wonderful staff"
Australia
Bruce
The price is £235
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Casa Nova House
Daily continental breakfast for a fee

16. Ascot Oamaru Motel

Ascot Oamaru Motel
3.0 star property
2.9 mi away
7.6 out of 10, Good, (484 reviews)
"Very clean room and helpful staff"
Australia
Akuila
The price is £83
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Ascot Oamaru Motel
Exterior

17. Teschemakers Resort

Teschemakers Resort
3.0 star property
5.4 mi away
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"Very nice and quiet!"
Australia
Jawid
The price is £116
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Teschemakers Resort
Garden

18. Glenavys Waitaki River Motor Camp - Caravan Park

Glenavys Waitaki River Motor Camp - Caravan Park
3.0 star property
14.5 mi away
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (64 reviews)
"Very good stay"
Australia
Noni
The price is £41
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Glenavys Waitaki River Motor Camp - Caravan Park
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
View all properties

Where to stay in Historic Precinct

Find the best Historic Precinct areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A historic building with a clock tower and a statue.

Oamaru North

Oamaru North might not have many top sights, but Whitestone Cheese Factory and Janet Frame House are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

A vintage blue car parked in front of a building with a sign that reads "Deja Moo."

South Hill

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

Weston

When in Weston, you can plan a visit to Janet Frame House and Steampunk HQ, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Ardgowan

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Ardgowan and surrounding area, you can visit Janet Frame House and Steampunk HQ.

Holmes Hill

Holmes Hill might not have many top sights, but Oamaru Gardens and Steampunk HQ are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Top Historic Precinct Hotel Reviews

Alpine Motel

Alpine Motel

8/10 Good
"Only stayed for the one night with my young family. We arrived late but called in advanced to let them know. I was greeted when we arrived and let inside. The owner turned on all the heaters so it was lovely and warm for our kids to snuggle straight into bed. Lovely stay and great staff."
Amanda 1-night trip
Posted 18 hours ago
Alpine Motel

Frequently asked questions

What is Historic Precinct like?
Travellers to Oamaru's Historic Precinct neighbourhood will be sure to enjoy a stay here. Make sure that you visit Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct and Steampunk HQ as part of your Historic Precinct travel plans.
What's a favourite hotel to stay in Historic Precinct?
Based on our traveller data, Criterion Boutique Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay in Historic Precinct. It's a hotel offering free WiFi. Other good options for your stay in the neighbourhood include Tirohanga Nui and Pen-y-bryn Lodge.
How many hotels will I find in Historic Precinct?
With 14 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in Historic Precinct to choose from, this is a good starting point for exploring the greater Oamaru area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Historic Precinct, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best options available in Historic Precinct.
What is there to do around this Oamaru neighbourhood?
You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Auto Museum or Steam Train during your visit to Historic Precinct. Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct and Steampunk HQ are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. NZ Malt Whisky Company, Grainstore Gallery and Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail are just a few of the places to visit in and around Historic Precinct. Woolstore Complex and Oamaru Harbour are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Oamaru.