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Colonial Lodge Motel

3.5 star property
Motel in Oamaru with free parking

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

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is ₩106,210
₩122,142 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 22 - Aug 23

Room options

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 40 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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

Superior Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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

Superior Studio (Plus)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 40 sq m
  • 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
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 60 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive Two-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 6

One-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 3

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Two-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 5

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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

Studio Unit

  • Sleeps 2
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About the neighborhood

Located in Oamaru, Colonial Lodge Motel is in the city center. North Otago Museum and Steam Train are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include National Bank and Janet Frame House. Whitestone Cheese Factory and Totara Estate are also worth visiting.
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509 Thames Highway, Oamaru, 9400

What's nearby

  • Steampunk HQ - 6 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Oamaru Harbour - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Oamaru Gardens - 7 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony - 9 min drive - 6.2 km

Restaurants

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

About this property

Colonial Lodge Motel

Motel located in Oamaru North
A garden, a playground, and dry cleaning/laundry services are just a few of the amenities provided at Colonial Lodge Motel. Free in-room WiFi and a business center are available to all guests.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • Free self parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), smoke-free premises, and luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All guestrooms at Colonial Lodge Motel include amenities such as free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Kitchens, refrigerators, and microwaves

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, German

Property amenities

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

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

More

  • 1 floor
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

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

Pets not 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

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

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

Is Colonial Lodge Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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

As of Aug 18, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Colonial Lodge Motel on Aug 22, 2025 start from ₩106,210, 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 much is parking at Colonial Lodge Motel?

Self parking is free at this property.

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 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available from 9:00 PM–midnight for a fee.

What time is check-out at Colonial Lodge Motel?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is Colonial Lodge Motel located?

Located in Oamaru North, this motel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Whitestone Cheese Factory, Janet Frame House, and North Otago Museum. National Bank and Oamaru Hospital are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Colonial Lodge Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 114 out of 250 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 105 out of 250 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 250 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 250 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 250 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is so cute! Loved seeing the alpaca out the back too. Staff (Linda) was so lovely
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

LISA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jeni

Lovely motel - clean and well maintained but out of town
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great experience, quiet spacious 1br unit
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only a few units so not difficult to park. It had all you needed to stay for a few days. Lovely staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel Galvez

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
a nice place to stay and walk around.

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent front desk staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

jude

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great stay, nice and warm unit, host was very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Faye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This motel is pleasant and clean. Although a bit tired inside, it was tidy and adequate.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall we had a nice stay. Everything worked properly and the property manager was quite helpful. Property was a bit older and a bit tired, but we had a good stay nonetheless.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean, warm and tidy
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay. Not the modern rooms but clean and well equipped
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gaynor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay. The room was clean, warm and spacious enough. The bed was comfy and the linen was lovely
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the third time we have stayed here, and we will keep coming back as it is always spotlessly clean, and so quiet. The beds are extremely comfortable, and the staff always willing to answer any questions.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Comfortable 2 bedrooms

Comfortable two bedrooms, easy checkin /checkout and parking
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a good motel that provided me with everything I needed. The location was great to get onto the main highway
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff at this hotel were absolutely wonderful. They promptly changed our room without any questions, making our stay even more enjoyable. Highly recommend their excellent service!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Booked on line with this property. So smooth check in and ground floor room. There is a dairy across the road, restaurant 100m from motel. The supermarket is approx 2k away, fully recommend this a place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Inge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good value for money, the room was spacious, clean & comfortable. Definitely more than I expected for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Brent

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

2 nights in Oamaru

Weather was great, a lot to see and do in Oamaru, love the old area, great food and cool drinks
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
God location. The rooms are very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well positioned at the end of a long days drive with easy parking. Good comfortable beds for a good nights sleep. Just what we wanted.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jaxon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Had unit out the back very good nice and quite staff very friendly thank you
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

rodney j

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
very clean @ tidy with lots of off steet parking
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We kind of knew this would be a budget option but we didn't expect that there would be underfloor heating and it had everything we needed for our brief overnight stay. Would we stay again? Definitely! So easy and just the right amount of stuff to make you feel very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024