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Colonial Lodge Motel

3.5 star property
3.5-star motel in Oamaru North

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Garden
Property grounds
Children's play area - outdoor
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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509 Thames Highway, Oamaru, 9400
  • Place, Whitestone Cheese Factory
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Steampunk HQ
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Oamaru Harbour
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Studio | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Studio (Plus) | Living room | Flat-screen TV

Superior Studio (Plus)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

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

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 646 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

One-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 3

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Studio

  • Sleeps 2

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Studio Plus

  • Sleeps 3

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive Two-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 6

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Two-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 5

Studio Unit

  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Oamaru

Oamaru North stay.Your stay at this Oamaru North motel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Whitestone Cheese Factory and Janet Frame House. North Otago Museum and National Bank are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Whitestone Cheese Factory - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Janet Frame House - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Steampunk HQ - 6 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail - 6 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Oamaru Harbour - 6 min drive - 3.0 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Whitestone Cheese Diner & Deli - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Indian Kitchen Restaurant - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Harbour St Bakery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Fat Sally's - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Colonial Lodge Motel

3.5-star motel in Oamaru North
WiFi is free in public spaces. You'll find a business center on site. Colonial Lodge Motel also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and a picnic area. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Oamaru motel is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Colonial Lodge Motel offers 10 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Accommodations at this 3.5-star motel have kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include showers.

This Oamaru motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 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

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 16 per person

Things to do

  • Playground

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in fee for check-in between 9:00 PM and midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 7:00 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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 30.0 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 15.0 per day.

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 per person
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 9:00 PM and midnight
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 15.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 30.0 per day
  • 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Colonial Lodge Motel Oamaru
Colonial Oamaru
Colonial Lodge Motel Motel
Oamaru Best Western
Colonial Lodge Motel Oamaru
Colonial Lodge Motel Motel Oamaru

Frequently asked questions

Does Colonial Lodge Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Colonial Lodge Motel.

How much does it cost to stay at Colonial Lodge Motel?

As of Nov 27, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Colonial Lodge Motel on Dec 5, 2025 start from $96.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How close is Colonial Lodge Motel to the beach?

This motel is 4.3 mi (10-min drive) from Bushy Beach and 13.3 mi (26-min drive) from Te Hakapureirei Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Colonial Lodge Motel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Colonial Lodge Motel, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of NZD 16 per person. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Colonial Lodge Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Colonial Lodge Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Colonial Lodge Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Colonial Lodge Motel have a pool?

Colonial Lodge Motel does not have a pool.

Does Colonial Lodge Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Colonial Lodge Motel to downtown Oamaru?

Colonial Lodge Motel is 2.1 mi away from Oamaru.