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The Mews Oamaru

4.5 star property
Eco-certified motel in Oamaru with free parking

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Superior Double or Twin Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
This eco-certified motel in charming Oamaru provides the essentials travelers need: in-room WiFi, laundry facilities, and luggage storage. Guests can park for free and easily walk to unique local attractions like Steampunk HQ, Whitestone Cheese Factory, and Janet Frame House.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Tomorrow

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Executive Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | Terrace/patio

Executive Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Ground Floor | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Ground Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Terrace/patio

Superior Double or Twin Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Terrace/patio

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Premium bedding
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Terrace/patio

Traditional Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Oamaru, The Mews Oamaru is in the city center and near a metro station. Whitestone Cheese Factory is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Oamaru Gardens and Oamaru Harbour. Janet Frame House and Steampunk HQ are two other places to visit that come recommended.
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Map
26 Exe Street, Oamaru, 9400

What's nearby

  • Whitestone Cheese Factory - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Steampunk HQ - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Oamaru Gardens - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Oamaru Harbour - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) - 107 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whitestone Cheese Diner & Deli - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Indian Kitchen Restaurant - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Harbour St Bakery - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Fat Sally's - ‬11 min walk

About this property

The Mews Oamaru

Eco-certified motel near Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony
Located close to Whitestone Cheese Factory and Janet Frame House, The Mews Oamaru provides laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Smoke-free premises, luggage storage, and a front-desk safe
Room features
All guestrooms at The Mews Oamaru offer thoughtful touches such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Highchairs and free infant beds
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • Smart TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, kitchens, and refrigerators

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.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 5:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: NZD 15 per person

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • Built in 2010
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • CD player
  • DVD player
  • Netflix
  • Smart TV with premium digital channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Stovetop
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
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; 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
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 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 (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 30.0 per stay
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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.

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds, rollaway/extra beds, and sofa beds
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
Property Registration Number NZ Business Number. 9429035623137

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Highfield Mews Motel Oamaru
Highfield Mews Oamaru
Highfield Mews
Highfield Mews Motel
The Mews Oamaru Motel
The Mews Oamaru Oamaru
The Mews Oamaru Motel Oamaru

Frequently asked questions

Is The Mews Oamaru pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Mews Oamaru?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Mews Oamaru?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM.

What time is check-out at The Mews Oamaru?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is The Mews Oamaru located?

Located in the heart of Oamaru, this eco-certified motel is within a 15-minute walk of Whitestone Cheese Factory and Janet Frame House. Oamaru Gardens and Steampunk HQ are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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