THE MEWS Oamaru

From

US$118

/ night

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From

US$118

/ night

About this property

Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, tour/ticket assistance, and a picnic area.

Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Room service
Housekeeping
Safe-deposit box
Picnic area/Tables

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Location

26 Exe Street, Oamaru, New Zealand

Whitestone Cheese Factory (0.3 Miles)

North Otago Museum (0.7 Miles)

Janet Frame House (0.7 Miles)

Oamaru Hospital (0.7 Miles)

Forrester Gallery (0.8 Miles)

St Lukes Anglican Church (0.8 Miles)

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Room options

Executive Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Room details

1 Large Double Bed

Sleeps 2

Heating

Wi-Fi (Free)

Kitchen

Traditional Studio

Room details

1 Extra-Large Double Bed

2 Single Beds

Sleeps 2

377 ft²

Heating

Wi-Fi (Free)

Kitchen

Patio

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, Ground Floor

Room details

1 Extra-Large Double Bed

Sleeps 2

431 ft²

Heating

Wi-Fi (Free)

Kitchen

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Room details

1 Extra-Large Double Bed

Sleeps 3

377 ft²

Balcony

Balcony or Terrace

Heating

Wi-Fi (Free)

Kitchen

Superior Double Or Twin Room

Room details

1 Extra-Large Double Bed

and

1 Single Bed

Sleeps 3

398 ft²

Heating

Wi-Fi (Free)

Kitchen

Guest reviews of THE MEWS Oamaru

8.8

Fabulous

Based on 646 verified reviews

Who stays here?

Business

11%

Couple

62%

Family

13%

Group

Solo

What guests think

AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews

Across recent reviews, travellers describe THE MEWS Oamaru as a clean, comfortable, well appointed motel with spacious rooms, many with spa baths, and friendly, helpful hosts, in a quiet yet convenient location a short walk or drive from Oamaru's attractions.

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What guests think

Guests also appreciate easy parking, a useful guest laundry, and good value. A few note occasional road or upstairs noise and isolated issues such as a musty smell, bedding or milk oversights, awkward shower design, or lack of air conditioning. Overall, it suits travellers seeking reliable motel comfort in Oamaru.

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Facilities

Easy on site parking and a useful guest laundry are appreciated. Little else about shared facilities is mentioned.

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Ross

27 Feb 2024

Stayed 1 night

A nice motel. The walk to Oamaru's Victorian Precinct was a little longer than I would have preferred, but otherwise I had no problem. The guest laundry was useful.

Kyoko

31 Dec 2024

Stayed 1 night

ジャグジーが良かった。部屋が広かった。掃除が行き届いていた。近くにTake awayがあった。駐車場が広かった。

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Michael

4 Feb 2023

Stayed 1 night

good location, easy parking, very quiet, friendly, great cleanliness, very comfortable, the only downfall was no air-conditioning

Lisa

19 Jan 2023

Stayed 19,376 nights

Spacious and well laid out unit in excellent condition and beautifully clean. Very comfortable for two nights for my husband and I with our teenage son. We easily cooked and did laundry here and highly recommend this place.

Richard

27 Apr 2024

Stayed 1 night

Surprisingly clean, convenient, and comfortable. We found it easy to park and later to drive to the blue penguin colony from here. Dominoes pizza was good not far away.

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness is consistently praised, with rooms and bathrooms described as spotless and well maintained. A small number reported issues such as a musty smell or bedding not refreshed.

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Jan

17 Apr 2023

Stayed 1 night

I can't recommend this property highly enough. Our room was extremely clean and well presented, with a well appointed kitchen area and comfortable beds. The bathroom was also spotless, with a high pressure shower and plenty of hot water.

Alan

4 Dec 2025

Stayed 1 night

Good standard motel. Spotless. 10-15 minute walk to central Oamaru

JIAQI

13 Jul 2025

Stayed 1 night

The motel is very good, I think it is the best choice in Oamaru. It has spa bath, very clean and all the other details are also very good. Definitely will come back.

Michael

28 Jan 2026

Stayed 2 nights

Very warm welcome and the room was very clean with modern facilties and a great bed.

Kerryn

2 Nov 2025

Stayed 1 night

Lovely clean room. Big spa bath. Comfortable bed. Warm and cozy room with great kitchenette.

Bruce

13 Mar 2023

Spotlessly clean and very comfortable. Great location and very quiet.

Brian

28 Oct 2025

Stayed 1 night

Excellent staff, extremely clean premises and room stocked as described.

Xia

24 Dec 2024

The bedding wasn't changed, and there were still hairs on the bed with a sweaty smell. Everything else was fine.

K M

29 Mar 2024

Stayed 1 night

The room was immaculate. The bed was nice and firm. The kitchen and bathroom were very clean and luxurious bathtub! We will definitely stay again!

Bryan

27 Jun 2025

Stayed 1 night

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

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Rooms

Rooms are spacious, modern, and comfortable, many with spa baths and kitchenettes; several note they are quiet. Isolated comments mention roadside or upstairs noise, firm beds, awkward shower over bath designs, or the lack of air conditioning.

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Kerryn

2 Nov 2025

Stayed 1 night

Lovely clean room. Big spa bath. Comfortable bed. Warm and cozy room with great kitchenette.

Marion

9 Apr 2023

Stayed 1 night

Only shower over bath This mainly because I dont have great balance and Iam not very tall. Everything else was very nice

O'Connor, Avon and

30 Jul 2023

Stayed 2 nights

Really enjoyed our stay. Motel unit was quiet, warm, modern tasteful decor. Great facilities. Loved having a spa bath, and shower was fab!

Liz

2 Apr 2025

Stayed 1 night

Beautiful quaint little spot to stay. Room was absolutely lovely with fluffy robes for when you are out of the spa bath. Young girl working reception on arrival waa sweet, pleasant and helpful. We had a downstairs room and didn’t hear noise from any other guests. Would highly recommended The Mews!

Kelly

20 Nov 2023

Stayed 1 night

Awesome place to stay, only thing was being near the main rd. Traffic was very loud during the night. But everything else was 5/5

Yvette

16 Nov 2023

Stayed 3 nights

Super comfy bed and lovely unit. Spa bath and shower were a bonus.

Stacey

29 Jul 2023

Stayed 1 night

Was a little bit noisy on the roadside. Beautiful room tho.

Sebastian

17 Oct 2025

Stayed 1 night

Fantastic place to crash after a long day of driving, in a quiet part of town, room is spacious, Netflix accounts included, and kitchen had a great selection of crockery and cutlery.

Virginia

27 Feb 2024

Stayed 1 night

arge room with king-size bed, kitchen facilities and a spa bath. Delightful! Easy walk to the Victorian area of town and to the blue penguins colony. Good value for the price.

Baz

21 Sept 2023

Stayed 3 nights

Host was very friendly and helpful. Our room was large and spacious and had a wonderful jet spa bath.

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Service

Service is frequently described as friendly, welcoming, and helpful, with easy check in and responsive hosts.

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Barbara

23 Jan 2023

Stayed 1 night

It appears that the property was recently renovated. It was clean and the room was spacious. While we did not use the kitchenette, it had everything one would need. Check in and check out was a breeze. The manager was very kind. I would recommend this property.

Harriet

5 Feb 2023

Stayed 1 night

Very comfortable room. Reception staff very helpful with all questions and with sorting out confusion with booking. Would definitely stay here again.

Simone

17 Jan 2023

Stayed 19,370 nights

Clean, modern, comfortable, quiet and reponsive to requests Thankss for a great stay

Liz

2 Apr 2025

Stayed 1 night

Jacquelyn

29 Oct 2025

Stayed 1 night

Easy check in, spacious room and clean. Only downside was no milk in the fridge. Fair but kept it from a 5 star

Billy

26 Feb 2024

Stayed 1 night

A nice place, manager friendly

Brian

28 Oct 2025

Stayed 1 night

Excellent staff, extremely clean premises and room stocked as described.

Nicholas

4 Jan 2024

Loved this property! I’d stay here again. Fantastic staff and lovely room.

Marina

13 Feb 2024

Stayed 1 night

We were only able to have a one night stay at this property. We would have liked to stay longer. Wonderful accommodation and Paula was an excellent host. This motel is a short walk from the Victorian precinct and other popular sightseeing spots in Omarau. Our room was very comfortable , very clean and very quiet. We did not hear any noise from other guests in the nearby rooms.

Bryan

27 Jun 2025

Stayed 1 night

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

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Location

Convenient for exploring Oamaru, with a 10 to 15 minute walk or short drive to the Victorian precinct, blue penguin colony, and town centre. Several note the setting is quiet.

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Hannu

9 Feb 2023

Stayed 1 night

Very nice motel in Oamaru. Large, clean, stylish and comfortable second floor room. Friendly host, he gave us all the information we needed. 5 min. drive from/to city center.

Ross

27 Feb 2024

Stayed 1 night

A nice motel. The walk to Oamaru's Victorian Precinct was a little longer than I would have preferred, but otherwise I had no problem. The guest laundry was useful.

Janet

27 Sept 2023

Stayed 2 nights

Quiet location & handy to town, very clean & comfortable. I was impressed.

Peter

25 Feb 2024

Stayed 2 nights

Spacious and comfortable. Close enough to town.

Alan

4 Dec 2025

Stayed 1 night

Good standard motel. Spotless. 10-15 minute walk to central Oamaru

Steve

31 May 2024

Stayed 2 nights

Lovely room in a modern quiet motel, recommend if you are in oamaru

William

20 Jan 2025

Stayed 2 nights

The quality of the room amenities was greatly appreciated. While slightly outside the CBD, most of the Oamaru attractions were easily visited on foot.

Jeffrey

5 Dec 2024

Stayed 1 night

A great place to stay. Near town centre. Plenty of places to visit. Quiet location.

Virginia

27 Feb 2024

Stayed 1 night

arge room with king-size bed, kitchen facilities and a spa bath. Delightful! Easy walk to the Victorian area of town and to the blue penguins colony. Good value for the price.

Richard

27 Apr 2024

Stayed 1 night

Surprisingly clean, convenient, and comfortable. We found it easy to park and later to drive to the blue penguin colony from here. Dominoes pizza was good not far away.

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Dining

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Darryl

15 Jul 2026

Stayed 1 night

Very easy check in and out. Clean and comfortable. Will stay again for sure.

Richard

15 Jul 2026

Stayed 4 nights

Great team nice manager

Lyn

7 Jul 2026

Stayed 2 nights

Everything was there that we needed. Lovely & warm on arrival which was great. Easy parking & nothing was far away.

Michelle

22 Jun 2026

Stayed 1 night

Excellent stay.

Louis

14 Jun 2026

Stayed 1 night

Good place to stay

Property policies

Check-in instructions

Everything you need to know for a smooth check-in.

Check-in

Check-out

From 14:00 to 20:00

Before 10:00

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Optional extras

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FAQs about THE MEWS Oamaru

Is parking available at the property?

Free self-parking is available on-site, but it is limited. Electric car charging stations are also provided.

What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

Continental breakfasts are available daily from 5:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee of approximately NZD 15.00 per person.

What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM, and check-out is by 10:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, and guests should contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival for arrangements.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property offers limited wheelchair accessibility, including accessible parking and public areas. However, specific features may vary, so it is advisable to contact the property for detailed information.

Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?

The property is centrally located in Oamaru, just a 5-minute walk from Whitestone Cheese Factory and 13 minutes on foot from Janet Frame House. It is also 0.9 miles from Steampunk HQ and 1 mile from Oamaru Gardens.

Are children allowed at the property?

Children are welcome at the property, and kids can stay for free up to a certain age, although the minimum age for free stay is not specified.

What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?

The property offers rollaway beds for a fee of NZD 30.00 per stay, and advance request or confirmation is required. Information about cribs is not specified.

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Prices for upcoming dates

November 2026

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
1	2	3 $108	4 $134	5 $144	6 $105	7 $164
8 $111	9 $141	10 $145	11	12 $144	13 $209	14 $180
15 $117	16 $149	17 $146	18 $148	19 $153	20 $143	21 $147
22 $203	23 $176	24 $205	25 $161	26 $143	27 $130	28 $138
29 $116	30 $120

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The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.

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
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Business details

Property registration number NZ Business Number. 9429035623137

Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 15.00 per person
Rollaway bed fee: NZD 30.0 per stay

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

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1 $134	2 $208	3 $166	4 $197	5 $174
6 $174	7 $159	8 $177	9	10 $191	11 $168	12 $197
13 $130	14 $194	15 $192	16 $150	17 $171	18 $159	19 $152
20 $133	21 $199	22 $178	23	24	25	26 $207
27 $178	28 $170	29 $205	30 $190	31 $180