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289 Midway Motel

3.0 star property
3-star Art Deco motel with free WiFi

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Front of property
Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
Basic Studio | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living area | Flat-screen TV, DVD player
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included

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 | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Basic Studio

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Living area | Flat-screen TV, DVD player

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

  • 517 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed

  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom

  • 517 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

King Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Studio

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

One-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Two-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Superior Family Room

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Beds and 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Oamaru

In Oamaru .Within a 15-minute walk of the motel, you'll find Whitestone Cheese Factory and North Otago Museum. National Bank and Oamaru Hospital are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Whitestone Cheese Factory - 4 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Steampunk HQ - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Oamaru Harbour - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony - 5 min drive - 1.7 miles

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

3-star Art Deco motel with free WiFi
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. Accommodations at this 3-star motel have kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, and microwaves. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Oamaru motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip 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

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

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

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

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

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 percent 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 cribs (infant beds)!

Property 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: approximately NZD 16 for adults and 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 percent

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 rating system.

Property is also known as

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289 Midway Motel Oamaru
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Frequently asked questions

Does 289 Midway Motel have an airport shuttle?

289 Midway Motel offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of NZD 200 per vehicle, one-way.

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

As of Mar 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 289 Midway Motel on Apr 8, 2025 start from $82.49, excluding 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.

How close is 289 Midway Motel to the beach?

This motel is 2.6 mi (7-min drive) from Bushy Beach and 11.6 mi (23-min drive) from Te Hakapureirei Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does 289 Midway Motel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at 289 Midway Motel, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of NZD 16 for adults and NZD 16 for children. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at 289 Midway Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at 289 Midway Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at 289 Midway Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does 289 Midway Motel have a pool?

289 Midway Motel does not have a pool.

Does 289 Midway Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is 289 Midway Motel to downtown Oamaru?

289 Midway Motel is 0.4 mi away from Oamaru.

289 Midway Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 101 out of 284 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 111 out of 284 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 60 out of 284 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 284 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 284 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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 traveler
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

Traveled 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

Traveled with group, Business traveler
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

Traveled 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

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

10/10 Excellent

li

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

6/10 Okay

Martin

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heath

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Brent

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
a couple of nights in Oamaru
First time to stay here, value for money, warm and tidy
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amelia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Although it was an older building - the stay was good. The place was clean and tidy. Great stay thank you
Stayed 1 night in May 2024