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1. Criterion Boutique Hotel

Criterion Boutique Hotel
2.0 star property
South Hill
7.0 out of 10, Good, (50 reviews)
"Short stay, good for a hassle free bed when travelling/stopping through, great staff, very clean"
Australia
Nicholas
The price is S$79
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Criterion Boutique Hotel
Terrace/patio

2. Tirohanga Nui

Tirohanga Nui
4.0 star property
South Hill
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
The price is S$491
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
Tirohanga Nui
Exterior detail

3. Brydone Hotel Oamaru

Brydone Hotel Oamaru
3.5 star property
1.4 km from South Hill
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (641 reviews)
"Great location"
Australia
Lea
The price is S$119
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Brydone Hotel Oamaru
Interior

4. Poshtel

Poshtel
5.0 star property
1.6 km from South Hill
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (421 reviews)
"Cool hotel, nice atmosphere and great location. Breakfast was good too."
Australia
Joshua
The price is S$141
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Poshtel
Courtyard

5. The Mews Oamaru

The Mews Oamaru
4.5 star property
2.2 km from South Hill
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (371 reviews)
"Good place to stay"
Australia
Louis
The price is S$142
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug
The Mews Oamaru
Aerobics facility

6. Bella Vista Motel Oamaru

Bella Vista Motel Oamaru
4.0 star property
1.9 km from South Hill
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (380 reviews)
"Great would definitely recommend "
Australia
Piki
The price is S$135
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Bella Vista Motel Oamaru
Lobby

7. Alpine Motel

Alpine Motel
2.5 star property
2.1 km from South Hill
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (283 reviews)
"Room clean and comfortable, plenty of parking and staff very accommodating."
Australia
Peter
The price is S$96
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Alpine Motel
Electric vehicle-charging station

8. Oamaru Motor Lodge

Oamaru Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Oamaru North, 3.3 km from South Hill
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (744 reviews)
"Convenient, quiet and well priced."
Australia
Cathryn
The price is S$120
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Oamaru Motor Lodge
Exterior

9. 289 Midway Motel

289 Midway Motel
3.0 star property
2.2 km from South Hill
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (329 reviews)
"Free parking. Conveniently located and reasonable budget accommodation "
Australia
Sarah
The price is S$117
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
289 Midway Motel
Egyptian cotton sheets, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

10. AAA Thames Court Motel

AAA Thames Court Motel
3.0 star property
2.3 km from South Hill
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (262 reviews)
"Clean room, well stocked. Spacious bathroom."
United States
Brittney
The price is S$160
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
AAA Thames Court Motel
Staircase

11. Heritage Court Lodge

Heritage Court Lodge
4.0 star property
Oamaru North, 3.4 km from South Hill
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (407 reviews)
"We always enjoy staying here when traveling through Oamaru very friendly staff and clean"
Australia
Roger
The price is S$106
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
Heritage Court Lodge
Laundry room

12. ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge

ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Oamaru North, 2.8 km from South Hill
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (319 reviews)
"Great stay"
Australia
Kevin
The price is S$115
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge
Exterior

13. Pen-y-bryn Lodge

Pen-y-bryn Lodge
5.0 star property
Historic Precinct, 1.1 km from South Hill
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (18 reviews)
"I had a wonderful stay at Pen-y-bryn Lodge. The property is a beautiful historic building with a peaceful atmosphere, and the room was spacious, spotless, and full of character. The hosts were extremely friendly and welcoming, making the stay feel warm and personal. Overall, a fantastic experience — I would highly recommend this lodge to anyone visiting Oamaru."
Singapore
xander
The price is S$488
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Pen-y-bryn Lodge
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

14. Colonial Lodge Motel

Colonial Lodge Motel
3.5 star property
Oamaru North, 4.8 km from South Hill
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (277 reviews)
"Underfloor heating in rooms was amazing!, also had extra heaters in rooms. Comfortable beds"
Australia
Adrian
The price is S$136
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Colonial Lodge Motel
Daily continental breakfast for a fee

15. Ascot Oamaru Motel

Ascot Oamaru Motel
3.0 star property
Oamaru North, 5.1 km from South Hill
7.6 out of 10, Good, (483 reviews)
"Very clean room and helpful staff"
Australia
Akuila
The price is S$144
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Ascot Oamaru Motel
Exterior

16. Casa Nova House

Casa Nova House
5.0 star property
Oamaru North, 4.2 km from South Hill
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"Excellent accommodation and experience, wonderful staff"
Australia
Bruce
The price is S$407
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug
Casa Nova House
Exterior

17. Teschemakers Resort

Teschemakers Resort
3.0 star property
8.5 km from South Hill
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"Very nice and quiet!"
Australia
Jawid
The price is S$201
includes taxes & fees
29 Aug - 30 Aug
Teschemakers Resort
Garden

18. Glenavys Waitaki River Motor Camp - Caravan Park

Glenavys Waitaki River Motor Camp - Caravan Park
3.0 star property
23.8 km from South Hill
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (64 reviews)
"Very good stay"
Australia
Noni
The price is S$72
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Glenavys Waitaki River Motor Camp - Caravan Park
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Where to stay in South Hill

Find the best South Hill areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A historic building with a clock tower and a statue.

Oamaru North

Oamaru North might not have many top sights, but Whitestone Cheese Factory and Janet Frame House are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

A street with a red building, a sign for a gallery and studio, and a sign for natural limestone souvenirs.

Historic Precinct

While visiting Historic Precinct, you might make a stop by sights like Grainstore Gallery and Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct.

Weston

When in Weston, you can plan a visit to Janet Frame House and Steampunk HQ, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Ardgowan

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Ardgowan and surrounding area, you can visit Janet Frame House and Steampunk HQ.

Holmes Hill

Holmes Hill might not have many top sights, but Oamaru Gardens and Grainstore Gallery are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Top South Hill Hotel Reviews

Poshtel

Poshtel

8/10 Good
"We liked the quirky nature of Poshtel. The room we were in was very dark with extremely high windows. There was a lot of street noise on the Friday night. The continental breakfast was good with plenty of choices. Parking was just on the street with metered parking to be aware of."
Susie 2-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Poshtel

Frequently asked questions

What is South Hill like?
Travellers are sure to enjoy a stay in Oamaru's South Hill neighbourhood. Make sure that you visit Oamaru Harbour and Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct as part of your South Hill travel plans.
What's a favourite hotel to stay in South Hill?
Based on our traveller data, Criterion Boutique Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay in South Hill. It's a hotel offering free WiFi. Other good options for your stay in the neighbourhood include Tirohanga Nui and The Nest on Till.
How many hotels should I expect to find in South Hill?
If you're searching for places to stay in Oamaru, choose from one of Expedia's 13 hotels and other accommodation options in South Hill.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in South Hill, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available in South Hill.
What are the top things to see and do in South Hill?
Spend some time exploring the natural setting of South Hill with a visit to Oamaru Harbour and Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony. Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct and Grainstore Gallery are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. NZ Malt Whisky Company, Auto Museum and Woolstore Complex are just a few of the places to visit in and around South Hill. Steam Train and Steampunk HQ are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Oamaru.

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