Title: Holmes Hill Travel Guide: Best of Holmes Hill, Oamaru Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Holmes Hill](https://expedia.co.uk/Holmes-Hill-Hotels.d693174145776189440.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Oamaru](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Oamaru.d9135.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Holmes Hill Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Holmes-Hill.d693174145776189440.Car-Hire-Guide)[Holmes Hill Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Holmes-Hill.d693174145776189440.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Holmes Hill Travel Guide ## Oamaru ## Visit Holmes Hill Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Oamaru travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Oamaru.dx9135) --- ### Popular places to visit ![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=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony 5/5(2 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.co.uk/Oamaru-Blue-Penguin-Colony-South-Hill.d6112990.Attraction) ![Oamaru which includes outdoor art](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526965317/f4a181bd-20f7-48af-b692-c9d0c04d8f12.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Steampunk HQ 4.5/5(4 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.co.uk/Steampunk-HQ-Oamaru.d553248621526965317.Attraction) ![Oamaru showing rocky coastline, a bay or harbour and boating](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635149721057/ddfc9a54-a971-4653-8259-74b5bba04c9b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Oamaru Harbour 4.5/5(6 reviews) Explore the waterfront in Oamaru with a trip to Oamaru Harbour. Amble around the area's waterfront or experience its museums. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Oamaru-Harbour-South-Hill.d553248635149721057.Attraction) ![Oamaru featuring street scenes and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635754738632/d2bac382-6c44-4c42-beb5-63d244b3810b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct 4/5(1 review) You can spend time exploring the galleries in Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct in Oamaru. Stroll along the marina or experience the area's museums. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Oamaru-Victorian-Heritage-Precinct-South-Hill.d553248635754738632.Attraction) ![Grainstore Gallery showing heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6293808/e5473cb5-deaa-41f0-bcb7-fd294ebd45f9.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.co.uk/Grainstore-Gallery-South-Hill.d6293808.Attraction) ![Oamaru featuring a church or cathedral and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635711519767/eb935155-7eb9-4aa6-a791-1739c2ad0b36.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### St Lukes Anglican Church 4/5(2 reviews) St Lukes Anglican Church is just one of the places to see in Oamaru, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's marina or experience its museums. [](https://expedia.co.uk/St-Lukes-Anglican-Church-South-Hill.d553248635711519767.Attraction) --- ## Top hotels in Holmes Hill ![Pen-y-bryn Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4480000/4478700/4478647/4ff69747_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Pen-y-bryn Lodge 41 Towey Street Oamaru £421 5 Mar - 6 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury lodge in Oamaru. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Oamaru Gardens and Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail are located ... 9.6/10 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 ... Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F03%2F2026&endDate=06%2F03%2F2026&selected=4478647&PinnedHotelID=4478647&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693174145776189440) ![Oamaru Holiday Homes 8 Oxford Street](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/41000000/40100000/40091300/40091296/e957c075_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Oamaru Holiday Homes 8 Oxford Street 8 Oxford Street Oamaru Stay at this holiday home in Oamaru. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Totara Estate and Oamaru Gardens are located nearby. [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F02%2F2026&endDate=26%2F02%2F2026&selected=40091296&PinnedHotelID=40091296&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693174145776189440) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F02%2F2026&endDate=26%2F02%2F2026&selected=40091296&PinnedHotelID=40091296&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693174145776189440) ![Sunny & Quiet in Blyth with unlimited fibre WIFI](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29970000/29965400/29965307/2e84d359_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sunny & Quiet in Blyth with unlimited fibre WIFI 13 Blyth St Oamaru OTA Stay at this holiday home in Oamaru. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Totara Estate and Oamaru Gardens are located nearby. Excellent value for money! It was wonderful to have a whole bungalow to ourselves, in such a quiet area, yet only a couple of minutes drive into fascinating Oamaru (where there's plenty of free parking). The beds were very comfortable, a lovely spacious lounge, with 2 large sofas, and it was good to be able to cook our own ... Reviewed on 22 Mar 2019 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F02%2F2026&endDate=26%2F02%2F2026&selected=29965307&PinnedHotelID=29965307&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693174145776189440) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F02%2F2026&endDate=26%2F02%2F2026&selected=29965307&PinnedHotelID=29965307&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693174145776189440) ![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 £69 5 Mar - 6 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Oamaru. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (584 reviews) Yes Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F03%2F2026&endDate=06%2F03%2F2026&selected=393302&PinnedHotelID=393302&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693174145776189440) ![Criterion Boutique Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119520000/119516300/119516212/95751855_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Criterion Boutique Hotel 3 Tyne St Oamaru Otago Region £47 22 Feb - 23 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Oamaru. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Auto Museum and Woolstore Complex are located nearby. 6.8/10 (21 reviews) Great room thanks Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=119516212&PinnedHotelID=119516212&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693174145776189440) ![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 £110 5 Mar - 6 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this 5-star luxury lodge in Oamaru. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (374 reviews) Room clean, breakfast not available until 8am - a little late to start for a business trip Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F03%2F2026&endDate=06%2F03%2F2026&selected=30982620&PinnedHotelID=30982620&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693174145776189440) [See all 79 properties in Holmes Hill](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=12%2F02%2F2026&endDate=13%2F02%2F2026®ionId=693174145776189440) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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It's a gallery that is totally dedicated to Steampunk. Steampunk is a funky art form that mixes the future with the past. Think victorian era, Jules Verne and time travel. Well worth a visit](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9135/6a532f91-e93d-450a-bc4b-bca08d26b28c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Historic Precinct While visiting Historic Precinct, you might make a stop by sights like Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct and Steampunk HQ. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Oamaru-Historic-Precinct.dx960797139941023744) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Waiareka Junction While there might not be top attractions in Waiareka Junction, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Steampunk HQ and Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Oamaru-Waiareka-Junction.dx693174134231367680) ![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=350&h=192&q=medium) ### South Hill If you're spending some time in South Hill, Oamaru Harbour and Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Oamaru-South-Hill.dx693174141824827392) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Ardgowan If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Ardgowan and surrounding area, you can visit Whitestone Cheese Factory and Steampunk HQ. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Oamaru-Ardgowan.dx693174137706348544) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Weston When in Weston, you can plan a visit to Whitestone Cheese Factory and Steampunk HQ, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Oamaru-Weston.dx693174149903732736) ![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=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Oamaru North Oamaru North might not have many top sights, but Whitestone Cheese Factory and Steampunk HQ are two attractions nearby that you can check out. 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