Title: Penguin Retreat Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Penguin Retreat Beach apartment in Oamaru with free parking ![Deluxe Villa, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29140000/29137400/29137364/e13e7c48.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29140000/29137400/29137364/131e5edb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Villa, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | In-room dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29140000/29137400/29137364/0f1a21fa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Villa, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | Living room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29140000/29137400/29137364/6e38eaef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Villa, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29140000/29137400/29137364/fa4343c0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Penguin Retreat provides amenities, such as a terrace and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ### Entire apartment Sleeps 10 ## Popular amenities - Outdoor space - Free WiFi - Parking included ## 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 Beach apartment in Oamaru with free parking 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 ### 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 ## 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 ### 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 For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system. ### 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 ![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 - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles - Oamaru Harbour - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles - Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles - Steampunk HQ - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles - Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles #### Restaurants - ‪Galleon Complex - ‬7 min drive - ‪Whitestone Cheese Diner & Deli - ‬5 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? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Penguin Retreat? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Penguin Retreat? > Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at Penguin Retreat? > Checkout is at 10 AM. ### Where is Penguin Retreat located? > Located in South Hill, this beach apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of NZ Malt Whisky Company, Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct and Grainstore Gallery. Oamaru Harbour and Auto Museum are also within 10 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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