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Brydone Hotel Oamaru

3.5 star property
Guests gather around the lobby's cozy fireplace or explore the city on rental bikes, while convenient amenities like laundry services create a homey atmosphere

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Located in the city center, Brydone Hotel Oamaru welcomes travelers with a warm lobby fireplace and an on-site restaurant serving breakfast and dinner. Amenities include dry cleaning, bike rentals, luggage storage, and free self parking. Guests appreciate the attentive staff.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is AED 295
AED 340 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Mar - 11 Mar

Room options

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Junior Suite | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Junior Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • City view
  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior King + Single

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Partial ocean view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Premium Queen | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Queen

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • City view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Queen + Single

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Partial ocean view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Family Studio | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Double | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Accessibility Studio | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Accessibility Studio

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • City view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Suite | Living area | TV

Classic Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • City view
  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Triple | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Triple

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Superior Twin | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Twin

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Traditional Double Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Traditional Double Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Partial ocean view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Oamaru, Brydone Hotel Oamaru is in the city center. National Bank and Janet Frame House are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Oamaru Harbour and Oamaru Gardens. Steam Train and Whitestone Cheese Factory are also worth visiting. Visit our Oamaru travel guide
Map
115 Thames Street, Oamaru, 9400

What's nearby

  • Oamaru showing art and interior views
    Steampunk HQ
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct which includes outdoor art
    Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Oamaru which includes boating and a bay or harbor
    Oamaru Harbour
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • North Otago Museum
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Janet Frame House
    8 min walk - 0.7 km

Restaurants

  • Whitestone Cheese Diner & Deli
    4 min drive
  • Indian Kitchen Restaurant
    4 min drive
  • Harbour St Bakery
    7 min walk
  • McDonald's
    8 min walk
  • Badger & Mackerel Messhall Espresso
    3 min walk

About this property

Brydone Hotel Oamaru

Hotel in the city center
Consider a stay at Brydone Hotel Oamaru and take advantage of a coffee shop/cafe, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a fireplace in the lobby. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast and dinner. In addition to a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), access to a nearby health club, and wedding services
  • An elevator, a 24-hour front desk, and free newspapers
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Brydone Hotel Oamaru boast thoughtful touches such as separate sitting areas, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • TVs with premium channels
  • Separate sitting areas, refrigerators, and electric kettles

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 14 to 25 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 4 meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 25.00

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately NZD 14 to 25 per person
  • Late check-out fee: NZD 25.00 (subject to availability)

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

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Brydone Hotel Oamaru
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Frequently asked questions

Is Brydone Hotel Oamaru pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Brydone Hotel Oamaru?

As of 6 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Brydone Hotel Oamaru on 10 March 2026 start from AED 295, 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?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Brydone Hotel Oamaru?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Brydone Hotel Oamaru?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for NZD 25.00 (subject to availability).

Where is Brydone Hotel Oamaru located?

Located in the heart of Oamaru, this hotel is steps from North Otago Museum and Oamaru Hospital. National Bank and Forrester Gallery are also within 5 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Brydone Hotel Oamaru Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

8.8

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 262 out of 591 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 233 out of 591 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 73 out of 591 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 591 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 591 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Pradeep

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place and very convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

rosemary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service, helpful, knowledgable staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service and staff were excellent. Felt very welcome
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Olwyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Great location for exploring the older part of town. On site free carpark
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff, always friendly, great location, good parking for a truck too.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Jie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is conviniently located at the heart of the historical centre and with a walking distance to see the penguins. Rooms are a little bit dated but reasonably well mantained.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, good restaurant, clean, comfortable room.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Heli

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location. Bed was very comfortable. The room was clean. The toilettries were of nice quality and contributing to a charitable cause. I appreciate that. Due to our schedule, we did not try the restaurant. Overall, we were very happy and had no issues.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ken and Erin

Liked: Cleanliness
Room very clean - staff very nice. In a good central location. Really enjoyed our breakfast. Overall good...
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay, centrally located to many amenities, nice staff, very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Thank you for a comfortable stay. The staff were incredibly friendly and the breakfast was superb.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice spacious room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and warm hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adriana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
So nice to stay in a historic (old by NZ standards at least :-D) building. It is beautiful and should be celebrated like that. It was also lovely to read the pamphlet about its history. I wish they could put the parapet back up!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice friendly place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, comfortable beds, great shower
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay, great staff, always very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

T G A Buma

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Last time I stayed at this Hotel was 30 years ago. Was perfectly adequate for a comfortable nights stay. Central Oamaru, so good location with plenty of free parking at the rear of the Hotel. Happy with my stay overall.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Gaye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient to get around Oamaru as central location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such an awesome hotel if you are looking for character, great meals in-house, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very conveniently located, close to Oamaru’s main attractions
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Just a good place to stay in the middle of town. Nice friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Its old world charm excellent service and lovely meals. Will certainly stay again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Central location. Clean and lots of parking. Older feel to the hotel as it was a historic building that eas renovated but lots of character.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025