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The Mews Oamaru

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Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony | Bathroom
Exterior
Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Point of interest
Courtyard

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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26 Exe Street, Oamaru, 9400
  • Place, Janet Frame House
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Steampunk HQ
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Oamaru Harbour
    ‪2 min drive‬

Room options

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Terrace/patio

Traditional Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Terrace/patio

Superior Double or Twin Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Terrace/patio

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Executive Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Oamaru

City center stay.Within a 15-minute walk of the motel, you'll find Whitestone Cheese Factory and Janet Frame House. Oamaru Gardens and Steampunk HQ are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Whitestone Cheese Factory - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Janet Frame House - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Steampunk HQ - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Grainstore Gallery - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Oamaru Harbour - 2 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Indian Kitchen Restaurant - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Harbour St Bakery - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Whitestone Cheese Diner & Deli - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Scotts Brewing - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Mews Oamaru

4.5-star motel near Whitestone Cheese Factory
The Mews Oamaru offers its guests barbecue grills, tour/ticket assistance, and a picnic area. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. 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. 50-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels and Netflix. Accommodations at this 4.5-star motel have kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and portable fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 5:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: NZD 15 per person

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • CD player
  • DVD player
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Stovetop
  • 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 available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Contactless check-out available

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 within 24 hours before arrival with 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

If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

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 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 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 smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. 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 each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

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

How close is The Mews Oamaru to the airport?

The Mews Oamaru is 87.5 mi (107-min drive) away from the Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Jun 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Mews Oamaru on Jun 3, 2026 start from CA $126, 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.

Does The Mews Oamaru have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Mews Oamaru.

How close is The Mews Oamaru to the beach?

This motel is 2.7 mi (7-min drive) from Bushy Beach and 11.7 mi (23-min drive) from Te Hakapureirei Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Mews Oamaru offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Mews Oamaru, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of NZD 15.00 per person. It's available every day from 5:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Mews Oamaru?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at The Mews Oamaru?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM.

Is there free parking at The Mews Oamaru?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does The Mews Oamaru have a pool?

The Mews Oamaru does not have a pool.

Does The Mews Oamaru have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is The Mews Oamaru to downtown Oamaru?

The Mews Oamaru is 0.5 mi away from Oamaru.

The Mews Oamaru Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 247 out of 363 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 95 out of 363 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 363 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 363 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 363 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, very comfortable and a good location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very warm welcome and the room was very clean with modern facilties and a great bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable, would be happy to stay again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dawid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay love the tub
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Bevan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

KELLY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay recommend
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent staff, extremely clean premises and room stocked as described.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So new and clean, spa bath was awesome, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sebastian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic place to crash after a long day of driving, in a quiet part of town, room is spacious, Netflix accounts included, and kitchen had a great selection of crockery and cutlery.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly hosts, modern facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Maree

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best property we have stayed in while travelling around for two weeks.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good standard motel. Spotless. 10-15 minute walk to central Oamaru
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kerryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely clean room. Big spa bath. Comfortable bed. Warm and cozy room with great kitchenette.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Stu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Accommodation
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Philippe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great place
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

May

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Will highly recommend to friends and families.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent position and extremely comfortable run by lovely people.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortableand d would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our favourite place to stay when in Oamaru.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the location is excellent and it was so much quieter than where I stayed on the main street earlier in the week for business
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place in Oamaru!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and modern and very central to all local attractions
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Pete

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff, clean and modern room - excellent
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this property! I’d stay here again. Fantastic staff and lovely room.
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10/10 Excellent

JIAQI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The motel is very good, I think it is the best choice in Oamaru. It has spa bath, very clean and all the other details are also very good. Definitely will come back.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025