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289 Midway Motel

3.0 star property
3-star Art Deco motel with free WiFi

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Front of property
Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
289 Thames Street, Oamaru, 9400
  • Steampunk HQ
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Oamaru Harbour
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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Basic Studio | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Basic Studio

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Living area | Flat-screen TV, DVD player

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 517 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 517 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

King Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Studio

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

One-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Two-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Superior Family Room

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Beds and 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Oamaru

In Oamaru .Within a 15-minute walk of the motel, you'll find Whitestone Cheese Factory and North Otago Museum. National Bank and Oamaru Hospital are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • North Otago Museum - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Steampunk HQ - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Oamaru Harbour - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Galleon Complex - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Harbour St Bakery - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Kfc - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Indian Kitchen Restaurant - ‬2 min drive

About this property

289 Midway Motel

3-star Art Deco motel with free WiFi
289 Midway Motel offers its guests a terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. The business-friendly 289 Midway Motel also features a picnic area, laundry facilities, and complimentary use of a nearby fitness facility. Self parking is free.

This Art Deco Oamaru motel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1985
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
289 Midway Motel offers 11 accommodations with DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Accommodations at this 3-star motel have kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, and microwaves. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Oamaru motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room crib
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: NZD 16 for adults and NZD 16 for children

Things to do

  • Playground

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in fee for check-in between 9:30 PM and midnight

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 2:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • Pets: NZD 20 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 16 for adults and NZD 16 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 200 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: NZD 200
  • Pet fee: NZD 20 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 9:30 PM and midnight
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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, debit cards, and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does 289 Midway Motel have an airport shuttle?

289 Midway Motel offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of NZD 200 per vehicle, one-way.

How close is 289 Midway Motel to the beach?

This motel is 2.6 mi (7-min drive) from Bushy Beach and 11.6 mi (23-min drive) from Te Hakapureirei Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does 289 Midway Motel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at 289 Midway Motel, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of NZD 16 for adults and NZD 16 for children. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at 289 Midway Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at 289 Midway Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at 289 Midway Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does 289 Midway Motel have a pool?

289 Midway Motel does not have a pool.

Does 289 Midway Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is 289 Midway Motel to downtown Oamaru?

289 Midway Motel is 0.4 mi away from Oamaru.

289 Midway Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 103 out of 292 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 113 out of 292 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 64 out of 292 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 292 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 292 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Basic, clean accommodations

Clean, basic motel. Large room with a kitchette. Near a McDonald's and some other restaurants. Short drive to Oamaru historic centre
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Ange

Business traveler
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and spacious. We were very pleased. Only improvement would be better placement of power points.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David, Macquarie Park

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Older property but clean and with full kitchen facilities . Bed also comfortable. Set back from main road so noise was not a problem. Short drive into town.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

JENEFER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really clean and modern, very spacious ! Central to historical part of town and lovely Public Gardens!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Cleanliness and presentation was exceptional I’ve stayed in many types of accommodation around the South Island and this motel was by far the best. Good price too liked that I could park right outside my downstairs studio
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Alan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Liked the property for being able to go to the penguin colony at night. We thought we would have a bad nights sleep when we arrived and heard and saw the road however we were pleasantly surprised it wasn’t the case. I specifically said I would pay at property so when we arrived and went to pay the motel had already taken the money out of my account this accrued a surcharge which was why we weren’t paying that way. The lady tried to put the money back onto my account but she couldn’t. Maybe if someone says “pay at property” it should be left like that until guests arrive
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Bonita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Good size old kitchen

Good location Very good size room Old kitchen (i think the small stove is a 1970s model?) and bathroom Functional and in good working order Good helpful reception
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Kathy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was clean enogh but very dated. The water flow was very erratic.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Gail L

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Our ensuite room was very large but very outdated. The sheets and bathroom fixtures were clean but the flooring needed replacing or an extremely thorough cleaning. It had a full kitchen. Convenient to food and we walked to the White City.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good price and clean

It was ok for our 1 night. The room is dated but clean and functional. The mattress is old and not very comfortable. However everyone has different sleeping preferences when it comes to a mattress. No air conditioning. I would recommend for a short stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bed was comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

John

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Unfortunate and Uncomfortable Stay

👍 Like my review! We had a 2 night stay at Midway Motel in Oamaru, New Zealand as part of our trek across the country. We chose the place due to its value including a 5 minute drive to downtown, free onsite parking, and walking distance to several eateries. The studio was clean and spacious with fast internet. The bedroom had a comfortable queen sized bed and twin sized bed with pillows and several outlets nearby along a television. The bathroom had an effective toilet, a sink with plenty of counter space, a standing shower, and amenities (shampoo, body wash, women's toiletry bag). The kitchen had a dining table and chairs, utensils, plates, bowls, pots, pans, cups, glassware, microwave, stovetop, toaster, kettle for drinks (coffee, tea, chocolate), refrigerator, dish soap, and drying rack. However, our stay was made uncomfortable when a female owner confronted us about photos and videos we uploaded onto Google Maps about the room, our request for an additional key, our feedback to Expedia about her comment that we were not an older couple when requesting a bottom room floor, and our feedback about the lack of cleanliness of the kitchenette items that should've been thoroughly washed. Although we explained our side of the story, we did not feel welcomed by them and had to raise the issue to Expedia. Given this, we would not recommend this place and don't plan to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Bernard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Handy location, good value

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Cheng Choo

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service

Noisy

This is a farm stylay type of accomodation. The room is self contained with a small fridge, closet, a queen bed, toilet and bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

K

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Leon

An older motel which has not been fully updated. However the room was very clean, the manager/staff friendly and w enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Deb

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Julie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Very comfortable bed. Good kitchen and bathroom. Needed a hairdryer.. if staying there ask for ground floor room as stairs difficult
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Anthony

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Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room is fine. Spacious, two sinks, class, etc 15 minute walk to get to Victorian precinct. Fine if you are able to walk comfortably.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024