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 ![Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony](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 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 Harbour](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635149721057/ddfc9a54-a971-4653-8259-74b5bba04c9b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Oamaru Harbour 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) ![Steampunk HQ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526965317/f4a181bd-20f7-48af-b692-c9d0c04d8f12.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Steampunk HQ 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 Victorian Heritage Precinct](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 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](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) ![St Lukes Anglican Church](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 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/f2df2143_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Pen-y-bryn Lodge 41 Towey Street Oamaru £324 1 Apr - 2 Apr 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=01%2F04%2F2026&endDate=02%2F04%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/c6900e26_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=12%2F04%2F2026&endDate=13%2F04%2F2026&selected=40091296&PinnedHotelID=40091296&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693174145776189440) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F04%2F2026&endDate=13%2F04%2F2026&selected=40091296&PinnedHotelID=40091296&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693174145776189440) ![Sunny & Quiet in Blyth with unlimited fibre WIFI](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29970000/29965400/29965307/6b36c2f6_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. 10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews) 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=12%2F04%2F2026&endDate=13%2F04%2F2026&selected=29965307&PinnedHotelID=29965307&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693174145776189440) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F04%2F2026&endDate=13%2F04%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 £71 12 Apr - 13 Apr 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 ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (596 reviews) Tout y était très bien! Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F04%2F2026&endDate=13%2F04%2F2026&selected=393302&PinnedHotelID=393302&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693174145776189440) ![Poshtel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30990000/30982700/30982620/3a4c4236_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Poshtel 126 Thames Street Oamaru Otago £96 11 Apr - 12 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury lodge in Oamaru. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (391 reviews) A very quirky place. A cross between Steampunk and the old boys cricket club from yester year. Clean. Comfortable. Very central location. But no on site parking at all - despite what is advertised. Woolworths car park next door and street parking abundant after hours. Lovely continental breakfast. ... Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=11%2F04%2F2026&endDate=12%2F04%2F2026&selected=30982620&PinnedHotelID=30982620&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693174145776189440) ![Criterion Boutique Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119520000/119516300/119516212/5e727648_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Criterion Boutique Hotel 3 Tyne St Oamaru Otago Region Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £45 10 Apr - 11 Apr 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. 7/10 Good! (39 reviews) The door was broken with a screw hanging out of the door handle which is asking for injury. When we first got there they said the key was in the door which isn’t very safe, then next minute they have lost the key and it takes them 10-15 to find us a key while we just stand around and wait. We go ... Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F04%2F2026&endDate=11%2F04%2F2026&selected=119516212&PinnedHotelID=119516212&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693174145776189440) [See all 76 properties in Holmes Hill](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=30%2F03%2F2026&endDate=31%2F03%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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[](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 North Otago Museum and Steampunk HQ. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Oamaru-Waiareka-Junction.dx693174134231367680) ![South Hill](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 North Otago Museum 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 North Otago Museum 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 North Otago Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Oamaru-Oamaru-North.dx693174155926278144) --- --- - [Stays](?pwaLob=wizard-hotel-pwa-v2) - [Packages](?pwaLob=wizard-package-pwa) - [Flights](?pwaLob=wizard-flight-pwa) - [Things to do](?pwaLob=wizard-lx-pwa) - [Cruises](?pwaLob=wizard-cruise-pwa) - [Cars](?pwaLob=wizard-car-pwa) # Holmes Hill Travel Guide