Title: Penguin Retreat Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=9135&destination=Oamaru%2C+Otago%2C+New+Zealand&selected=29137364&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Penguin Retreat ## Photo gallery for Penguin Retreat ![Deluxe Villa, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | Private kitchen - Penguin Retreat (Oamaru)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29140000/29137400/29137364/bd876f3d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Villa, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Penguin Retreat (Oamaru)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29140000/29137400/29137364/0014424c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Villa, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | Living room - Penguin Retreat (Oamaru)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29140000/29137400/29137364/6e38eaef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Villa, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | Living area - Penguin Retreat (Oamaru)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29140000/29137400/29137364/c37dfda8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property - Penguin Retreat (Oamaru)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29140000/29137400/29137364/131e5edb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Penguin Retreat provides amenities, such as a terrace and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ### Entire apartment Sleeps 10 ## Popular amenities - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Penguin Retreat This smoke-free apartment building features a garden, a picnic area and a TV in a common area. Self parking is free. The apartment offers free WiFi and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is not available. Guest accommodation at this apartment offers an iron/ironing board. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking ### Food and drink - Water dispenser ### Bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV in common areas ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Picnic area - Terrace ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - No housekeeping service ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Water dispenser ## Similar properties ![Daily continental breakfast (NZD 13.00 per person)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1870000/1867000/1866983/e28acb86.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ascot Oamaru Motel Oamaru North - Pool - Kids’ pool - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi 7.6 Good 471 reviews £89 includes taxes & fees 28 Mar - 29 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-28&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=1866983&PinnedHotelID=1866983&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119520000/119516300/119516212/5e727648.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Criterion Boutique Hotel South Hill - Free Wi-Fi - Housekeeping 7.2 Good 34 reviews £47 includes taxes & fees 25 Mar - 26 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-25&endDate=2026-03-26&selected=119516212&PinnedHotelID=119516212&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15400000/15390800/15390703/d093c1eb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Glenavys Waitaki River Motor Camp - Caravan Park Glenavy - Parking included - Laundry room - Microwave 8.8 Excellent 57 reviews £41 includes taxes & fees 18 Mar - 19 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-18&endDate=2026-03-19&selected=15390703&PinnedHotelID=15390703&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Chalet, 1 Bedroom, Garden Area | Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19630000/19626500/19626499/acb71873.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Central Chalets Alexandra - Pool - Hot tub - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi 9.8 Exceptional 184 reviews £86 includes taxes & fees 23 Mar - 24 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-23&endDate=2026-03-24&selected=19626499&PinnedHotelID=19626499&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34010000/34008800/34008733/9cb3042b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful ocean view from this lovely holiday home Kakanui - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly 9.6 Exceptional 266 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-31&endDate=2026-04-01&selected=34008733&PinnedHotelID=34008733&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Compare similar properties](/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-31&endDate=2026-04-01&selected=29137364&PinnedHotelID=29137364&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2&comparePropertyIds=29137364,1866983,119516212,15390703,19626499) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM Early check-in subject to availability Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property Guests must contact the property for check-in information To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Cleaning fee: NZD 30.0 per person, per stay. We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### National rating Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services. ### Property is also known as Penguin Retreat Apartment Oamaru Penguin Retreat Apartment Penguin Retreat Oamaru Penguin Retreat Oamaru Penguin Retreat Apartment Penguin Retreat Apartment Oamaru ## About the area South Hill, a neighbourhood in Oamaru, is home to this apartment. Auto Museum and Steam Train are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Whitestone Cheese Factory and Totara Estate. [Visit our Oamaru travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oamaru.dx9135) [View more Apartments in Oamaru](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oamaru-Apartments.d9135-aaApartments.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-45.10640%2C170.96867&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=yYPaKBTDBKCkqY-SdE1WmCj5xnk=) 2 Arun St, Oamaru, OTA, 9400 ### What's nearby - ![Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct which includes outdoor art](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635754738632/215bf64c-6c89-4828-b540-a677b5a538b0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - ![Oamaru which includes a bay or harbour and boating](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635149721057/0828c6f2-f21f-4371-a94d-aae72b428b05.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Oamaru Harbour 6 min walk \- 0.4 miles - ![Oamaru showing interior views and art](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526965317/f71abefb-3341-4746-b31a-502fc8a8deb9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Steampunk HQ 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - ![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=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony 15 min walk \- 0.8 miles - Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles ### Restaurants - Whitestone Cheese Diner & Deli 5 min drive - Coast 13 min drive - Indian Kitchen Restaurant 5 min drive - Harbour St Bakery 6 min walk - McDonald's 19 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Penguin Retreat pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Penguin Retreat? ### What time is check-in at Penguin Retreat? ### What time is check-out at Penguin Retreat? ### Where is Penguin Retreat located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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