Title: The Best Hotels Closest to Penguine Colony in Oamaru - 2025 Updated Prices | Expedia.co.uk

  

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## Top Trending Hotels Near Penguine Colony

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### Poshtel

1.5 mi from Penguine Colony

9.6/10

Exceptional

(323)

"Great room and lovely friendly team on reception! Will go back again ☺️"

£79

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oamaru-Hotels-Poshtel.h30982620.Hotel-Information)

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![Superior Double or Twin Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16440000/16431800/16431762/2d8e487e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

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### The Mews Oamaru

1.8 mi from Penguine Colony

9.4/10

Exceptional

(346)

"So new and clean, spa bath was awesome, friendly staff"

£80

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oamaru-Hotels-Highfield-Mews-Motel.h16431762.Hotel-Information)

![Family Apartment | Private kitchen | Electric kettle](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4520000/4517000/4516990/a5c69c50.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Executive Studio Apartment  | Private kitchenette | Electric kettle](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4520000/4517000/4516990/e87321ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

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### AAA Thames Court Motel

1.9 mi from Penguine Colony

9.2/10

Wonderful

(233)

"Great stay, basic but everything we needed."

£64

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oamaru-Hotels-AAA-Thames-Court-Motel.h4516990.Hotel-Information)

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### Brydone Hotel Oamaru

1.3 mi from Penguine Colony

8.6/10

Excellent

(547)

"Great stay."

£66

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oamaru-Hotels-Brydone-Hotel-Oamaru.h393302.Hotel-Information)

![Superior Studio (charges may applied for twin beds) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4480000/4478200/4478161/5c7e4789.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

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![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4480000/4478200/4478161/1705b26f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Bella Vista Motel Oamaru

1.6 mi from Penguine Colony

8.6/10

Excellent

(366)

"Nice hotel"

£72

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oamaru-Hotels-Bella-Vista-Motel-Oamaru.h4478161.Hotel-Information)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4480000/4478500/4478476/5232efc7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

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### 289 Midway Motel

1.8 mi from Penguine Colony

8.2/10

Very good

(303)

"Amazing customer service and quiet notwithstanding being on the SH1. Dog friendly too."

£73

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oamaru-Hotels-289-Midway-Motel.h4478476.Hotel-Information)

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![Standard Twin Room | Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119520000/119516300/119516212/e8420ae6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

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### Criterion Boutique Hotel

Historic Precinct, 1 mi from Penguine Colony

10/10

Exceptional

(2)

"Amazing building and warm, friendly staff."

£46

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oamaru-Hotels-Criterion-Boutique-Hotel.h119516212.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629100/9629021/4c7f6961.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

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![Executive One Bedroom Suite | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629100/9629021/07340187.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Studio Unit | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629100/9629021/5b469583.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge

Oamaru North, 2.2 mi from Penguine Colony

9.2/10

Wonderful

(301)

"Nice place to stay "

£89

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oamaru-Hotels-ASURE-Ambassador-Motor-Lodge.h9629021.Hotel-Information)

![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4840000/4831000/4830942/b7e89f9c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

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![Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4840000/4831000/4830942/c9540d93.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Superior Studio Suite | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4840000/4831000/4830942/d1e3d617.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Oamaru Motor Lodge

Oamaru North, 2.5 mi from Penguine Colony

9.4/10

Exceptional

(695)

"Nice place to stay "

£69

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oamaru-Hotels-Oamaru-Motor-Lodge.h4830942.Hotel-Information)

![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72940000/72936200/72936167/e7bc4a8c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72940000/72936200/72936167/f5e062fb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

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### Casa Nova House

Oamaru North, 3 mi from Penguine Colony

10/10

Exceptional

(6)

"Great place with super helpfull personal."

£214

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oamaru-Hotels-Casa-Nova-House.h72936167.Hotel-Information)

![Standard Two Bedroom Unit - 1 Queen, 3 Singles | In-room dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3880000/3874300/3874294/74681644.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

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![Premium Two Bedroom | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3880000/3874300/3874294/91a1e8c5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

 

### Heritage Court Lodge

Oamaru North, 2.5 mi from Penguine Colony

8.4/10

Very good

(377)

"Clean and quiet, bed really comfortable, staff friendly. Would stay again."

£64

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oamaru-Hotels-Heritage-Court-Motor-Lodge-Oamaru.h3874294.Hotel-Information)

![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6900000/6891700/6891693/5d2972ff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6900000/6891700/6891693/953b2906.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6900000/6891700/6891693/532a794c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6900000/6891700/6891693/477174dc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Colonial Lodge Motel

Oamaru North, 3.3 mi from Penguine Colony

8.6/10

Excellent

(256)

"Quiet and good value. Full cooking facilities."

£64

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oamaru-Hotels-Colonial-Lodge-Motel.h6891693.Hotel-Information)

![Banquet hall](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109380000/109376100/109376066/0773507c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109380000/109376100/109376066/53f1107a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Banquet hall](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109380000/109376100/109376066/d5e2d5c4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109380000/109376100/109376066/2acbdfdd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Teschemakers Resort

5.3 mi from Penguine Colony

9.2/10

Wonderful

(7)

"Very nice and quiet!"

£67

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Teschemakers-Hotels-Teschemakers-Resort.h109376066.Hotel-Information)

![Deluxe Studio, Private Bathroom | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1870000/1867000/1866983/33849f4a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Children’s activities](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1870000/1867000/1866983/93e3e138.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1870000/1867000/1866983/18a1db92.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1870000/1867000/1866983/7f8c71d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Ascot Oamaru Motel

Oamaru North, 3.5 mi from Penguine Colony

7.6/10

Good

(441)

"Friendly owners n staff. Been staying at this motel a few times per year whilst travelling South for a few years."

£84

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oamaru-Hotels-Ascot-Oamaru-Motel.h1866983.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121340000/121331500/121331413/a6d18f7a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

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![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121340000/121331500/121331413/e26f7eff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### White Oasis

Oamaru North, 2.7 mi from Penguine Colony

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oamaru-Hotels-White-Oasis.h121331413.Hotel-Information)

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## Top Penguine Colony Hotel Reviews

![ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629100/9629021/4c7f6961_y.jpg)

### ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Great room ,good firm bed. Nice reception staff and close to town."

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Oamaru-Hotels-ASURE-Ambassador-Motor-Lodge.h9629021.Hotel-Information)

![Criterion Boutique Hotel](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119520000/119516300/119516212/95751855_y.jpg)

### Criterion Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Linens are exceptional quality and very clean. Cannot praise this place highly enough. Exellent value for money. In the heart of the Heritage area. Jenny and Maryanne"

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Oamaru-Hotels-Criterion-Boutique-Hotel.h119516212.Hotel-Information)

![Poshtel](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30990000/30982700/30982620/9d86dc05_y.jpg)

### Poshtel

10/10 Excellent

"Great room and lovely friendly team on reception! Will go back again ☺️"

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Oamaru-Hotels-Poshtel.h30982620.Hotel-Information)

![Little Sweetie in the Heart of Old Oamaru](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71520000/71512300/71512286/3bfe4108_y.jpg)

### Little Sweetie in the Heart of Old Oamaru

10/10 Excellent

"This property is absolutely beautiful. We only had time for an overnight stay, but would highly recommend it for a longer stay. There is a steep walk up to the property, but there is just about everywhere in NZ. The accommodation is spotlessly clean and walking distance to the seals and penguins. Great place to stay. "

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Oamaru-Hotels-Little-Sweetie-In-The-Heart-Of-Old-Oamaru.h71512286.Hotel-Information)

![Alpine Motel](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2593000/2592954/f17a4ed6_y.jpg)

### Alpine Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent "

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Oamaru-Hotels-Alpine-Motel.h2592954.Hotel-Information)

![Brydone Hotel Oamaru](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/400000/393400/393302/5484cd94_y.jpg)

### Brydone Hotel Oamaru

10/10 Excellent

"Nice place to stay, centrally located to many amenities, nice staff, very friendly"

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Oamaru-Hotels-Brydone-Hotel-Oamaru.h393302.Hotel-Information)

![Oamaru Motor Lodge](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4840000/4831000/4830942/b7e89f9c_y.jpg)

### Oamaru Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Just an amazing experience "

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Oamaru-Hotels-Oamaru-Motor-Lodge.h4830942.Hotel-Information)

![Comfortable family home with beautiful wild gardens to enjoy.](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110860000/110854100/110854003/26a192b3_y.jpg)

### Comfortable family home with beautiful wild gardens to enjoy.

8/10 Good

"Internet reception very poor/no instruction for tv combined with poor internet reception we were unable to view any programs "

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Oamaru-Hotels-Comfortable-Family-Home-With-Beautiful-Wild-Gardens-To-Enjoy.h110854003.Hotel-Information)

![Heritage Court Lodge ](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3880000/3874300/3874294/74681644_y.jpg)

### Heritage Court Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel. Comfy bed clean & warm"

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Oamaru-Hotels-Heritage-Court-Motor-Lodge-Oamaru.h3874294.Hotel-Information)

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![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)

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### Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony

4.4/5 (96 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.

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![Oamaru showing rocky coastline, a bay or harbour and boating](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635149721057/ddfc9a54-a971-4653-8259-74b5bba04c9b.jpg)

### Oamaru Harbour

4.4/5 (150 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Oamaru with a trip to Oamaru Harbour. Amble around the area's waterfront or experience its museums.

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![Oamaru featuring street scenes and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635754738632/d2bac382-6c44-4c42-beb5-63d244b3810b.jpg)

### Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct

4.5/5 (144 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct in Oamaru. Stroll along the marina or experience the area's museums.

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### Grainstore Gallery

4.3/5 (29 reviews)

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.

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### NZ Malt Whisky Company

You can take time to visit NZ Malt Whisky Company during your travels to Oamaru. Stroll along the marina or experience the area's museums.

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### Auto Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Auto Museum in Oamaru. Stroll along the marina or experience the area's museums.

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### Woolstore Complex

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Woolstore Complex during your travels in Oamaru. Amble around the area's marina or experience its museums.

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## Frequently asked questions

### What's the area like around Penguine Colony?

> Penguine Colony is located in Oamaru. You'll find 54 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

### What's the best hotel to stay near Penguine Colony?

> [Brydone Hotel Oamaru](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oamaru-Hotels-Brydone-Hotel-Oamaru.h393302.Hotel-Information) is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and free parking. It's located 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Penguine Colony. Other good options within 5 miles include [289 Midway Motel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oamaru-Hotels-289-Midway-Motel.h4478476.Hotel-Information) and [Poshtel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oamaru-Hotels-Poshtel.h30982620.Hotel-Information).

### How many hotels can I expect to find close to Penguine Colony?

> Expedia has 54 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Penguine Colony.

### If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Penguine Colony, will I receive a refund?

> Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review top deals close to Penguine Colony.

### What can I see and do near Penguine Colony?

> You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at North Otago Museum, Auto Museum or Steam Train. National Bank, Janet Frame House and Totara Estate are well-known local landmarks worth a visit. You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony and Oamaru Gardens.