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The Mews Oamaru

4.5 star property
Luxury eco-certified motel, walk to Whitestone Cheese Factory

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The Mews Oamaru

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Courtyard
BBQ/picnic area
Superior Double or Twin Room
Reception
Traditional Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible | Bathroom

Overview of The Mews Oamaru

Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Explore the area

Map
26 Exe Street, Oamaru, 9400
  • Popular LocationSteampunk HQ2 min drive
  • Popular LocationOamaru Harbour3 min drive
  • Popular LocationOamaru Blue Penguin Colony5 min drive
  • AirportDunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.)107 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Executive Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Executive Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | Terrace/patio

Executive Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Smart TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Ground Floor

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Ground Floor

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Ground Floor

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Smart TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Double or Twin Room

Terrace/patio

Superior Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Smart TV
Fan
Premium bedding
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Terrace/patio

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Smart TV
Portable fan
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Traditional Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Terrace/patio

Traditional Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Patio
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Smart TV
Fan
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Oamaru Motor Lodge
Free airport shuttle
Pet-friendly
Parking included
Free WiFi
4.8 out of 5, Exceptional, (601)
The price is AU$151
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Oamaru Motor Lodge

About the area

Oamaru

The Mews Oamaru places you in the centre of Oamaru, within just a 15-minute stroll of Whitestone Cheese Factory and Janet Frame House. Highlights at this eco-friendly motel include free self-parking, and in-room kitchens and free WiFi. .This smoke-free motel offers free WiFi in public areas, barbecues and a picnic area. Other amenities include laundry facilities, express check-out and tour/ticket assistance. Continental breakfast is available daily between 5:00 AM and 11:00 AM. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 4.5-property class Oamaru motel include Oamaru Gardens and Steampunk HQ.
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What's nearby

  • Whitestone Cheese Factory - 5 min walk
  • Oamaru Gardens - 19 min walk
  • Steampunk HQ - 2 min drive
  • Oamaru Harbour - 3 min drive
  • Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) - 107 min drive

Restaurants

  • Temptations Bakery - 12 min walk
  • McDonald's - 4 min walk
  • Fat Sally's Pub & Restaurant - 11 min walk
  • Scotts Brewing - 2 min drive
  • The Last Post Pub Restaurant - 20 min walk

About this property

The Mews Oamaru

Luxury eco-certified motel, walk to Whitestone Cheese Factory
The Mews Oamaru offers its guests tour or ticket assistance, a BBQ, and a picnic area. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. The eco-certified The Mews Oamaru also features laundry facilities, express check-out, and a front desk safe. Free self parking is available.

This 4.5-star Oamaru motel is smoke free.

  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 4 buildings
  • Built in 2010
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
The Mews Oamaru offers 18 accommodations with DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. Smart televisions come with premium satellite channels and Netflix. Accommodation at this 4.5-star motel has kitchens with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and portable fans. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage and the local economy.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available for a fee: NZD 15 per person

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • Built in 2010
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cot
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • CD player
  • DVD player
  • Netflix
  • Smart TV with premium digital channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 30.0 per stay.
  • 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 15.00 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 30.0 per stay

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
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
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, Union Pay, debit cards and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Property Registration Number NZ Business Number. 9429035623137

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

Qualmark® assigns an official star rating for accommodation in New Zealand. This Motel property is rated 4 star plus, and is displayed on this page as 4.5 stars.
Official New Zealand Rating provided by Qualmark®

Property is also known as

Highfield Mews Motel Oamaru
Highfield Mews Oamaru
Highfield Mews
Highfield Mews Motel
The Mews Oamaru Motel
The Mews Oamaru Oamaru
The Mews Oamaru Motel Oamaru

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Mews Oamaru?

The Mews Oamaru offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Mews Oamaru?

As of 26 Apr 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Mews Oamaru on 12 May 2024 start from AU$170.81, 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 The Mews Oamaru?

Yep, The Mews Oamaru has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Mews Oamaru?

The closest beach to The Mews Oamaru is Bushy Beach (3.6 km).

Is The Mews Oamaru family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities like laundry facilities and a BBQ, as well as highchairs and free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise The Mews Oamaru is a hit with families.

Does The Mews Oamaru serve breakfast?

You bet, continental breakfast is offered daily between 5:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Mews Oamaru?

No, The Mews Oamaru does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Mews Oamaru?

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

Are pets allowed at The Mews Oamaru?

No, only service animals are allowed.

The Mews Oamaru Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 205 out of 304 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 81 out of 304 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 304 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 304 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 304 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Mews was a great stay and our room worked extremely well for a one-night visit. Thankyou Elizabeth and Donald
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Barb

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Smelled musty.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious and comfortable. Close enough to town.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property with kitchen and verandah. Nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rita

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miriam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent, comfortable will book again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

WAI KEUNG

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this property! I’d stay here again. Fantastic staff and lovely room.

8/10 Good

Mike

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Need to advise people in upstairs units to be mindful of those below. Woken at 2am by upstairs people in unit 15
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023