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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.

1. Oamaru Motor Lodge

Oamaru North

Lynette

S$117

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

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

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

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

A bar area with a beer tap and a wine & beverage list sign.

2. Brydone Hotel Oamaru

Oamaru

brett

S$112

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

A spacious lobby with a wooden reception desk, red chairs, hanging pendant lights, and a bar area in the background.

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

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

3. Poshtel

Oamaru

Cheryl

S$136

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

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

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

A coastal landscape with a beach, rocky cliffs, and a distant view of mountains.

4. The Mews Oamaru

Oamaru

Mark

S$139

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 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 bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a window with sheer curtains, and a view of trees outside.

5. ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge

Oamaru North

Kevin

S$110

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

A neatly made bed with a white quilt, two striped pillows, and a black headboard. There are two bedside tables with lamps and a remote control on one.

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

6. 289 Midway Motel

Oamaru

Wendy

S$104

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 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 courtyard with a paved walkway, a palm tree planter, and a building with multiple balconies and windows.

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

7. Heritage Court Lodge

Oamaru North

Patricia

S$98

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

A living room with a sofa and a dining table with chairs. There is a kitchen area with cabinets and a microwave. A flat-screen TV is mounted on the wall.

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

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

8. Alpine Motel

Oamaru

Tony

S$94

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

A two-story residential building with a paved driveway and a small porch area.

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

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

9. AAA Thames Court Motel

Oamaru

Margaret

S$147

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 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 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.

A grassy outdoor area with a swing set and a slide.

10. Colonial Lodge Motel

Oamaru North

Brent

S$117

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

A compact kitchen with a stainless steel sink, a microwave, and a stove.

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.

11. Bella Vista Motel Oamaru

Oamaru

Peter

S$138

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

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

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

A formal dining room with a wooden table, chairs, a cabinet, and two flags.

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

12. Criterion Boutique Hotel

South Hill

Nicholas

S$97

includes taxes & fees

7 Nov - 8 Nov

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

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

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

A dining table with food and a building with a red roof in the background.

13. Teschemakers Resort

Teschemakers

Jawid

S$193

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

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.

14. Joy 40 Apartments Oamaru

Oamaru

S$170

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 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 landscaped garden with a gravel path, rocks, and flowering bushes.

15. Ascot Oamaru Motel

Oamaru North

WANLU

S$139

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

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

A bedroom with a balcony, patterned wallpaper, a bed with a pink blanket, and a TV on the wall.

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

16. Casa Nova House

Oamaru North

Bruce

S$407

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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

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.

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

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

17. Tirohanga Nui

South Hill

S$488

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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

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

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

18. Pen-y-bryn Lodge

Holmes Hill

Brindan

S$557

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A garden with various flowers and a wooden fence.

A view through a sliding glass door into a backyard with a wooden deck, a metal fence, and various shrubs and trees.

A modern kitchen with a bar area, a black leather sofa, and a dining table.

A small, single-story building with a red roof and large windows, surrounded by a gravel driveway and potted plants.

19. Glenavys Waitaki River Motor Camp - Caravan Park

Glenavy

Noni

S$67

includes taxes & fees

17 Nov - 18 Nov

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Top Totara Hotel Reviews

Ascot Oamaru Motel

8/10 Good

"The room is quite spacious. It has kitchenware but no stove, which makes cooking inconvenient. Also, I booked a two‑bedroom unit but was given a studio instead. Fortunately, the front‑desk staff were very helpful and changed it for me."

Alpine Motel

8/10 Good

"Motel clean and comfortable. Great location. Well serviced daily. Management most accommodating."

AAA Thames Court Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Really nice property and well taken care of . The staff were super nice and help. It's a great location."

Oamaru Motor Lodge

8/10 Good

"Comfortable room, Motel well located on main road to the north of the town."

Brydone Hotel Oamaru

10/10 Excellent

"Great staff and perfectly located"

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."

Colonial Lodge Motel

10/10 Excellent

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

ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge

8/10 Good

"Nice place to stay."

Criterion Boutique Hotel

8/10 Good

"good stay"

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Alpine Motel

285 Thames Street Oamaru

S$94

18 Oct - 19 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8.2/10 Very good! (289 reviews)

Criterion Boutique Hotel

3 Tyne St Oamaru Otago Region

S$97

7 Nov - 8 Nov

includes taxes & fees

7/10 Good! (52 reviews)

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527 Burnside Road Elderslie Otago

S$354

24 Oct - 25 Oct

includes taxes & fees

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Frequently asked questions

What's the best place for a stay in Totara?

Poshtel, located 4.9 mi (7.9 km) from the heart of Totara, is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Two other options for your stay in the area are Oamaru Motor Lodge and Brydone Hotel Oamaru. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Totara.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Totara, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Totara.

What is staying in Totara like?

Visitors will definitely enjoy all that Totara has to offer. There are 85 hotels and other accommodation options in the surrounding area. Find out more about Totara.

What are the top places to visit in Totara?

Places to visit in the wider area include Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct, Oamaru Harbour and Steampunk HQ. You'll also find Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony and Moeraki Boulders in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Totara guide.

What's the seasonal weather like in Totara?

The hottest months are usually February and January, with an average temperature of 14°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 8°C. Average annual precipitation for Totara is 807 mm.

Totara Hotels from S$67

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Our top choices for Totara hotels

1. Oamaru Motor Lodge

2. Brydone Hotel Oamaru

3. Poshtel

4. The Mews Oamaru

5. ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge

6. 289 Midway Motel

7. Heritage Court Lodge

8. Alpine Motel

9. AAA Thames Court Motel

10. Colonial Lodge Motel

11. Bella Vista Motel Oamaru

12. Criterion Boutique Hotel

13. Teschemakers Resort

14. Joy 40 Apartments Oamaru

15. Ascot Oamaru Motel

16. Casa Nova House

17. Tirohanga Nui

18. Pen-y-bryn Lodge

19. Glenavys Waitaki River Motor Camp - Caravan Park

Top Totara Hotel Reviews

Ascot Oamaru Motel

Alpine Motel

AAA Thames Court Motel

Oamaru Motor Lodge

Brydone Hotel Oamaru

Heritage Court Lodge

Colonial Lodge Motel

ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge

Criterion Boutique Hotel

More cheap stays in Totara

Alpine Motel

Criterion Boutique Hotel

BURNSIDE HOMESTEAD

5 Bed Panoramic Sea & Town View

The Nest on Till

Penguin Retreat

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