8.4 / 10 Guest Rating

Colonial Lodge Motel

Name: Colonial Lodge Motel
Address: 509 Thames Highway, Oamaru, nz
Rating: 8.4

509 Thames Highway, Oamaru, nz

from US$106 / night

About the Property

Free WiFi and Outdoor Amenities
Enjoy complimentary WiFi throughout the property and make use of the barbecue facilities and sunny terrace for a relaxing stay.

Convenient Location and Nearby Attractions
Located just a short drive from Oamaru Beach, and close to attractions like Oamaru Racecourse and the Blue Penguin Colony, explore the area with ease.

Family-Friendly Accommodation and Activities
With self-contained apartments featuring kitchenettes, a children’s playground with various amenities, and tour desk services, there's something for everyone at Colonial Lodge Motel.

Experience comfort, convenience, and fun all in one place at Colonial Lodge Motel. Book your stay now for a memorable getaway.

Facilities & Amenities

WiFi available

Free WiFi

Parking

Free Parking

Non-smoking rooms

Room service

Heating

Family rooms

Garden

Pets allowed

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Check-in

Check-out10:00 AM

Property Notes

Please note that there is a 2% charge when you pay with a credit card.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties. A deposit may be required at the property.

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Guests

1 night · 2 adults

Available Rooms

3 rates found

1/20

Studio

This heated studio offers a kitchenette with cooking facilities, and a seating area with a flat-screen TV.

29 sqm

Sleeps 2

1 Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)

Amenities

Coffee/tea makerShowerTVTelephoneHair dryerKitchenette

Room Option

Board / Meal

Price for 1 night

Superior Studio Plus

Non-refundable

Room Only

20% OFF$132.34

$105.87

Includes taxes & fees

1/22

One-Bedroom Apartment

This heated apartment offers a separate bedroom, a kitchenette with cooking facilities, and a seating area with a flat-screen TV.

36 sqm

Sleeps 3

1 Twin bed (90-130 cm wide)

1 Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)

Amenities

Coffee/tea makerShowerTVTelephoneHair dryerKitchenette

Room Option

Board / Meal

Price for 1 night

One-Bedroom Apartment

Non-refundable

Room Only

20% OFF$149.73

$119.78

Includes taxes & fees

1/17

Two-Bedroom Apartment

This heated apartment offers 2 separate bedrooms, a kitchenette with cooking facilities, and a seating area with a flat-screen TV.

50 sqm

Sleeps 5

2 Twin bed (90-130 cm wide)

Amenities

Coffee/tea makerShowerTVTelephoneHair dryerKitchenette

Room Option

Board / Meal

Price for 1 night

Family Two-Bedroom Apartment

Non-refundable

Room Only

20% OFF$174.1

$139.28

Includes taxes & fees

Guest Reviews

8.4

Excellent835 verified reviews

AI Summary

Guests highly rate the comfortable beds and frequently praise the quiet location.

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Joel

Verified booking

family_with_children

Standard Room

Stayed in May 21, 2026

"Warm, comfortable, helpful and friendly staff"

Good

6.0

Very friendly and welcoming staff Loved the extra added bonus of the motel cat

Shower- water pressure wasn’t good, unable to get warm shower temp (either boiling hot or freezing cold) Flushing toilet, woke whole room Bathroom sink tap loud when turned on Shower door broke (though fixed next day, by owner)

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Tracey

Verified booking

solo_traveller

Standard Room

Stayed in May 21, 2026

"Excellent"

Excellent

8.0

Great location to stop travelling from Chch to Invercargill.

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Meng Tsung

Verified booking

extended_group

Standard Room

Stayed in May 19, 2026

"Excellent"

Excellent

8.0

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Gregory

Verified booking

solo_traveller

Standard Room

Stayed in May 18, 2026

"Excellent"

Excellent

8.0

Clean and size of unit.

Shower pressure poor and shower head loose.

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Carol

Verified booking

couple

Standard Room

Stayed in May 17, 2026

"Exceptional"

Exceptional

9.0

Good location, clean and comfortable bed.

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Lisa

Verified booking

extended_group

Standard Room

Stayed in May 9, 2026

"Excellent"

Excellent

8.0

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Martina

Verified booking

solo_traveller

Standard Room

Stayed in May 8, 2026

"Exceptional"

Exceptional

10.0

Nice, clean & tidy & comfortable. Great TV channels & helpful owner.

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Amanda

Verified booking

family_with_children

Standard Room

Stayed in May 5, 2026

"Pleasant and comfortable"

Exceptional

9.0

Very clean tidy and spacious has everything for a comfortable stay, with a cute cuddly but very hungry cat!

We had the unit closest to the road so a bit noisy but to be expected.

Helpful?

Verified booking

extended_group

Standard Room

Stayed in May 3, 2026

"Exceptional"

Exceptional

10.0

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Thamm

Verified booking

solo_traveller

Standard Room

Stayed in May 2, 2026

"Excellent"

Excellent

8.0

The room was very clean. The bed & lounge chairs were very comfortable. Staff were friendly & helpful.

Helpful?

3 4 5

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Colonial Lodge Motel

About the Property

Facilities & Amenities

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Property Notes

Check Room Availability

Available Rooms

Studio

Amenities

One-Bedroom Apartment

Amenities

Two-Bedroom Apartment

Amenities

Guest Reviews

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