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A stone building with a balcony, large windows, and well-maintained hedges.

A well-maintained lawn with neatly trimmed hedges and a stone building with a green roof.

A bedroom with a window overlooking palm trees, a bed with white and yellow bedding, and patterned wallpaper.

A dining area with a table set for four, a window with curtains, and a view of trees and a building.

1. Casa Nova House

Oamaru North, 3 km from North Otago Museum

Bruce

S$408

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A spacious lobby with a wooden floor, leather sofas, a red chair, and multiple hanging lights.

A wall of whisky labels in a room with wooden flooring and a staircase leading to another area.

A reception desk with a glass top, wooden base, and three hanging lamps with a geometric pattern.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a unique X-shaped headboard, two bedside lamps, and a view through a window.

2. Poshtel

0.4 km from North Otago Museum

Cheryl

S$175

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A black car parked in front of a building with a white exterior and a black roof.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a large window.

A multi-story hotel with a parking lot, outdoor seating, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

A hotel with a double-story structure, large windows, and a parking lot.

3. Oamaru Motor Lodge

Oamaru North, 2.1 km from North Otago Museum

Linda

S$129

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A multi-story hotel with a brick driveway and a landscaped garden.

A multi-story building with balconies, outdoor seating, and large windows.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a built-in dishwasher, and a large sink.

A hotel room with a desk, chair, bed, and kitchenette.

4. The Mews Oamaru

1 km from North Otago Museum

Mark

S$140

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A house with a large porch and a view of the Milky Way.

A spacious living room with a red carpet, a wooden coffee table, a sofa, and a chair. There are windows with curtains, a chandelier, and a fireplace.

A room with a large window, two patterned armchairs, a wooden cabinet, and a vase with branches.

A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

5. Pen-y-bryn Lodge

Historic Precinct, 1.3 km from North Otago Museum

Brindan

S$553

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A commercial laundry area with two stacked washers and a dryer, a safety warning sign, and a potted plant.

A patio with a table and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and a brick wall.

A gym with weightlifting equipment, treadmills, and exercise balls.

A street view of a hotel with a row of rooms on either side, a car parked in the middle, and a hill with houses in the background.

6. ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge

Oamaru North, 1.6 km from North Otago Museum

Kevin

S$122

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A room with two beds, a wooden table, and a television.

A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a desk, and a couch.

A motel with a covered patio, sliding glass doors to the rooms, and outdoor seating.

A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel sink, and a window above the countertop.

7. AAA Thames Court Motel

1.1 km from North Otago Museum

Brittney

S$147

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A building facade with ornate architectural details, including a central decorative panel and two symmetrical sculptures.

A hallway with a staircase, a clock, and framed pictures on the walls.

A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a vase with purple flowers, and a framed artwork on the wall.

A balcony with a view of a city street and buildings, a sofa, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

8. Brydone Hotel Oamaru

0.1 km from North Otago Museum

Paul

S$111

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A gym with multiple treadmills, red chairs, and a table.

A hotel room with two beds, a sink, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.

A parking lot with several cars, a McDonald's restaurant, and a building with a red roof.

A motel with a red roof, a signboard, and a parking lot with cars.

9. Bella Vista Motel Oamaru

0.7 km from North Otago Museum

Peter

S$137

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A set of outdoor metal stairs with a handrail, leading up to a building entrance.

A compact kitchen with a stainless steel sink, a microwave, and a kettle on the countertop.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

A modern bedroom with a red bed, a sliding glass door, and a small patio area with a table and chairs.

10. Heritage Court Lodge

Oamaru North, 2.2 km from North Otago Museum

Patricia

S$102

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A building entrance with a covered porch, large potted plants, and a sign indicating a Sky lounge.

A kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel sink, a kettle, and a stove.

A neatly made bed with a white comforter, a rolled white blanket, and a dark blue throw blanket.

A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a dining table with chairs, and a refrigerator.

11. Alpine Motel

0.9 km from North Otago Museum

Tony

S$108

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A well-maintained garden with a flowering tree, a stone border, and a lawn.

A hotel room with a bed, a purple sofa, a wooden coffee table, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

A motel with a two-story structure, a covered parking area, and a staircase leading to the upper level.

A hotel with a two-story structure, a staircase leading to the upper level, and outdoor seating area with chairs and tables.

12. 289 Midway Motel

1 km from North Otago Museum

Wendy

S$115

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A bar with a row of beer taps labeled with various brands and types.

A room with two beds, wooden flooring, and a window with sheer curtains.

A living room with a brown leather sofa, two armchairs, a small round table, and a window with a view of a building.

A historic building with a sign reading "HOTEL CRITERION."

13. Criterion Boutique Hotel

Historic Precinct, 0.3 km from North Otago Museum

Nicholas

S$109

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A modern building with a glass facade overlooking a body of water.

A modern house with large windows and a covered outdoor area.

A home theater room with a large screen, reclining seats, and a mural of autumn leaves.

A modern room with two purple armchairs, a small side table with a plant, and a large window offering a view of greenery and buildings.

14. Tirohanga Nui

Historic Precinct, 1.2 km from North Otago Museum

S$484

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a blue sofa, a desk with a chair, a large window with a view of the city, and a painting on the wall.

A modern building with a car parked in front.

15. Joy 40 Apartments Oamaru

0.7 km from North Otago Museum

S$173

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A bed with a grey quilt and red pillows, a red and white striped throw, and a white headboard.

A well-maintained garden with a palm tree, flowering plants, and a wooden fence.

A room with a TV, a desk, two chairs, a bed, a small kitchen area, and a window.

A modern kitchen with a built-in stove, a sink, and a compact refrigerator. There is a window above the sink with a view of greenery outside.

16. Colonial Lodge Motel

Oamaru North, 3.6 km from North Otago Museum

Brent

S$129

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A restaurant with wooden beams, tables, chairs, and menu boards.

A two-story building with a sign reading "Ascot Reception" above the entrance.

A pool table, arcade machines, and a billiards table in a recreational area.

A billiards hall with a wooden counter, a digital scoreboard, and a glass display case.

17. Ascot Oamaru Motel

Oamaru North, 3.9 km from North Otago Museum

Akuila

S$138

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A large, multi-story building with a symmetrical facade, multiple windows, and a central entrance.

A grassy park area with trees and a building in the background.

An interior of a church with wooden pews arranged in rows, a central altar, and stained glass windows.

A compact hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a kitchenette, and a large window.

18. Teschemakers Resort

9.5 km from North Otago Museum

Jawid

S$191

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A traditional room with a sofa set, a round coffee table, and a cabinet with glass doors.

A cozy interior with a wooden dining table, chairs, and a bookshelf.

A building with a covered porch, a chimney, and a garden with potted plants.

19. BURNSIDE HOMESTEAD

14.3 km from North Otago Museum

S$350

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to North Otago Museum

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Casa Nova House	10.0 Exceptional 13 reviews	View
Poshtel	9.6 Exceptional 433 reviews	View
Oamaru Motor Lodge	9.4 Exceptional 749 reviews	View
The Mews Oamaru	9.4 Exceptional 375 reviews	View
Pen-y-bryn Lodge	9.6 Exceptional 18 reviews	View

Top North Otago Museum Hotel Reviews

The Mews Oamaru

8/10 Good

"Staff were friendly and helpful"

Brydone Hotel Oamaru

10/10 Excellent

"Easy parking. Great room.Lots nearby restaurants"

Heritage Court Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Enjoyed my stay at Heritage Court Lodge. Spacious studio unit, quiet with minimal road noise. Friendly staff , reception personnel helpful."

Alpine Motel

8/10 Good

"Friendly staff, easy parking."

Bella Vista Motel Oamaru

8/10 Good

"Nice place to stay."

Colonial Lodge Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Clear room and kitchen, helpful staff, easy parking! Recommend!"

AAA Thames Court Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, well stocked. Spacious bathroom."

ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge

8/10 Good

"Nice place to stay."

Criterion Boutique Hotel

8/10 Good

"good stay"

Other attractions near North Otago Museum

A classical building with columns and the sign "Bank of New South Wales".

Forrester Gallery

8.6/10 (14 reviews)

In Oamaru’s Victorian Precinct is a magnificent historical building that houses a highly regarded art gallery where you will find eclectic exhibitions and exciting events.

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A large airship parked in front of a building with a sign that reads "INSERT 2 COINS."

Steampunk HQ

8.8/10 (231 reviews)

Try out interactive displays, marvel at intricate creations, get lost in a light show or just have some bizarre fun at this art gallery with a difference.

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A historic church with a tall spire, surrounded by a well-maintained garden and parked cars.

St Lukes Anglican Church

8.2/10 (26 reviews)

St Lukes Anglican Church is just one of the places to see in Oamaru, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's marina or experience its museums.

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Grainstore Gallery

8.4/10 (38 reviews)

Delve inside the minds of a group of local artists as you explore the curiosities of this fascinating gallery, housed within a former Victorian grain store.

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A steam locomotive on tracks in front of a building with a sign reading "STEAMPUNK HQ".

Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct

9.2/10 (273 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct in Oamaru. Stroll along the marina or experience the area's museums.

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Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail

8.4/10 (14 reviews)

You can take time to visit Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail during your travels to Oamaru. Amble around the area's marina or experience its museums.

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Woolstore Complex

8.6/10 (38 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Woolstore Complex during your travels in Oamaru. Amble around the area's marina or experience its museums.

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Auto Museum

9.2/10 (5 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Auto Museum in Oamaru. Stroll along the marina or experience the area's museums.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around North Otago Museum?

North Otago Museum is located in Oamaru. Travellers like the surrounding area for its historic landmarks. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 34 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near North Otago Museum?

Adjacent to North Otago Museum, Poshtel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this lodge offers free WiFi and parking. Other good choices within a short distance include Brydone Hotel Oamaru and The Mews Oamaru.

How many hotels will I find close to North Otago Museum?

Expedia has 34 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from North Otago Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near North Otago Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals available near North Otago Museum.

What can I see and do near North Otago Museum?

Janet Frame House, Totara Estate and Totara Estate are landmarks that you won't want to miss. You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony and Oamaru Gardens. Explore nature at Oamaru Harbour and Bushy Beach.

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Our top choices for North Otago Museum hotels

1. Casa Nova House

2. Poshtel

3. Oamaru Motor Lodge

4. The Mews Oamaru

5. Pen-y-bryn Lodge

6. ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge

7. AAA Thames Court Motel

8. Brydone Hotel Oamaru

9. Bella Vista Motel Oamaru

10. Heritage Court Lodge

11. Alpine Motel

12. 289 Midway Motel

13. Criterion Boutique Hotel

14. Tirohanga Nui

15. Joy 40 Apartments Oamaru

16. Colonial Lodge Motel

17. Ascot Oamaru Motel

18. Teschemakers Resort

19. BURNSIDE HOMESTEAD

Compare popular hotels close to North Otago Museum

Top North Otago Museum Hotel Reviews

The Mews Oamaru

Brydone Hotel Oamaru

Heritage Court Lodge

Alpine Motel

Bella Vista Motel Oamaru

Colonial Lodge Motel

AAA Thames Court Motel

ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge

Criterion Boutique Hotel

Other attractions near North Otago Museum

Forrester Gallery

Steampunk HQ

St Lukes Anglican Church

Grainstore Gallery

Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct

Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail

Woolstore Complex

Auto Museum

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