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289 Midway Motel

3.0 star property
Art Deco motel in Oamaru with free parking

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Front of property
Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living area
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Basic Studio | Private kitchen
Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$155
includes taxes & fees
12 May - 13 May

Explore the area

Map
289 Thames Street, Oamaru, 9400
  • Steampunk HQ
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Oamaru Harbour
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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Basic Studio

Basic Studio

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Single Beds

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Living area

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Single Beds

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Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Bed

King Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Studio

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

One-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Single Beds

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Two-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Single Beds

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Superior Family Room

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Single Beds and 2 Queen Beds

Superior One-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Bed

About the area

Oamaru

At 289 Midway Motel you'll be within just a 5-minute stroll of Whitestone Cheese Factory and within 15 minutes of North Otago Museum. Highlights at this Art Deco motel include free self-parking, and in-room kitchens and free WiFi. .This business-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, a picnic area and tour/ticket assistance. Each morning continental breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 9:00 AM. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a 15-minute walk of this 3-property class Oamaru motel include National Bank and Oamaru Hospital.
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What's nearby

  • North Otago Museum - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Steampunk HQ - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Oamaru Harbour - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony - 5 min drive - 2.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Galleon Complex - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Harbour St Bakery - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Kfc - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Indian Kitchen Restaurant - ‬2 min drive

About this property

289 Midway Motel

Art Deco motel in Oamaru with free parking
289 Midway Motel offers its guests a terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. The business-friendly 289 Midway Motel also features a picnic area, laundry facilities, and complimentary use of a nearby fitness facility. Self parking is free.

This Art Deco Oamaru motel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1985
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
289 Midway Motel offers 11 accommodations with DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Accommodation at this 3-star motel has kitchens with fridges, stovetops and microwaves. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Oamaru motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: NZD 16 for adults and NZD 16 for children

Things to do

  • Playground

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • Free cot
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in fee for check-in between 9:30 PM and midnight

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for 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
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 2:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • Pets: NZD 20 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately NZD 16 for adults and from NZD 16 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 200 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: NZD 200
  • Pet fee: NZD 20 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 9:30 PM and midnight
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at 289 Midway Motel?

289 Midway Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at 289 Midway Motel?

As of 2 May 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 289 Midway Motel on 12 May 2025 start from AU$155.44, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at 289 Midway Motel?

Yep, 289 Midway Motel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to 289 Midway Motel?

The closest beach to 289 Midway Motel is Bushy Beach (3.5 km).

Is 289 Midway Motel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and laundry facilities, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that 289 Midway Motel is a hit with families.

Does 289 Midway Motel serve breakfast?

Yep, continental breakfast is available daily from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at 289 Midway Motel?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at 289 Midway Motel?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

289 Midway Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 102 out of 288 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 111 out of 288 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 63 out of 288 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 288 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 288 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mike, Rangiora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A place to stay for the night.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and spacious. We were very pleased. Only improvement would be better placement of power points.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Bernard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Handy location, good value

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Cheng Choo

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service

Noisy

This is a farm stylay type of accomodation. The room is self contained with a small fridge, closet, a queen bed, toilet and bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

K

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Leon

An older motel which has not been fully updated. However the room was very clean, the manager/staff friendly and w enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Deb

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Julie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Very comfortable bed. Good kitchen and bathroom. Needed a hairdryer.. if staying there ask for ground floor room as stairs difficult
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Anthony

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Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room is fine. Spacious, two sinks, class, etc 15 minute walk to get to Victorian precinct. Fine if you are able to walk comfortably.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Handy to business area shops etc. A basic no frills motel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Phillipa

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Cost effective and clean

A cost effective motel, on the main road but very quiet at night. Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
At this price point not much to complain about. It’s tidy a little dated but has all the things you need for an overnight stay. It’s near the main road so a bit of traffic noise but so are many of the motels in oamaru.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Corey

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Not bad priced for money
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Bruce

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was big, but everything was old. Bed worn out 10 years ago, couches needed to be cleaned, sticky. Wooden furniture hadn’t been cleaned correctly, finish was sticky. Not recommended unless they do some updating
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Kent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Limited parking, but easy location. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Don

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

LORRAINE

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My only complaint was very little water pressure in bathroom and shower otherwise very clean, tidy and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Agam

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Facilities and room were really good and convenient
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good basic accommodation, on highway so a little noisy later in day and early morning.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deb

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

li

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024