Brydone Hotel Oamaru

Hotels
8.1 (1355 reviews)
115 Thames Street , Oamaru , nz

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Cons:
Lack of air conditioning
Some rooms dated

Categories

Cleanliness
7.95
Several reviews mention cleanliness positively, although some rooms seemed dated.
Service
8.45
Staff was consistently described as friendly and helpful throughout multiple reviews.
Location
8.45
Great location noted in numerous reviews, central to shops and activities.
Room Quality
7.95
Rooms varied in quality with some dated, but many enjoyed their stay in refurbished spaces.
Amenities
7.45
Amenities had mixed reviews, particularly regarding the lack of air conditioning.
Value for Money
7.95
Very good value according to multiple guests' comments.
Food and Beverage
8.45
Dinner and breakfast received positive remarks, with food described as good.
Overall Experience
8.15
Generally positive experiences with some minor complaints regarding specific room issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 05:45

Property Description

Historic Charm and Modern Comfort

Convenient Location and Nearby Attractions

Delicious Dining Options

Experience a blend of historic charm and modern comfort at Brydone Hotel Oamaru. Located in central Oamaru, our hotel offers free parking and a variety of room types to choose from. Explore the nearby attractions such as the Little Blue Penguin Colony and Whitestone Cheese Factory. Relax in spacious rooms equipped with satellite TV, and some even feature a luxury spa bath. Indulge in delectable meals at T Bar Restaurant, open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. With the Aquatic Centre and Botanic Gardens just a short walk away, there's plenty to see and do. Book your stay now and make unforgettable memories at Brydone Hotel Oamaru.

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: OAM

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for NZD 30 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.1
Based on 1355 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.95
Service: 8.45
Location: 8.45
Room Quality: 7.95
Amenities: 7.45
Value for Money: 7.95
Food and Beverage: 8.45
Overall Experience: 8.15
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Christine • solo_traveller • nz
10
2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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Mandy • couple • au
9
Welcoming staff, warm and comfy. Dinner was delicious, historical decor was amazing
Pros:

Great location, warm room, quiet and comfortable

2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
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Gordon • solo_traveller • nz
8
Very good thanks
Pros:

Room had been refreshed, small but adequate and comfortable

2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Robert • solo_traveller • nz
8
Great staff and location
Pros:

Warm and good location

Cons:

Bit noisy

2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Harbour • extended_group • nz
9
It was lovely
Pros:

The room was a brilliant size and it was very clean and tidy

Cons:

One recommendation is that their is on mirror in the actual room, the only mirror is in the bathroom, another mirror would be very helpful

2026-06-14 • via Nuitee
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Jess • couple • nz
10
Great stopover
Pros:

Easy spot, comfortable stay

2026-06-14 • via Nuitee
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Pamela • solo_traveller • nz
7
Pros:

Location

2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Linda • solo_traveller • nz
8
Pros:

Character hotel central to town.

2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Melissa • solo_traveller • nz
2
2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Hsieh • couple • au
10
Dream bedroom
Pros:

I want this to be my bedroom!

Cons:

I only stayed 1 night…

2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Geoff • couple • nz
9
Came for a birthday party, and accommodation was exactly what we needed.
Pros:

The shower was amazing.
Sunny room .
Very clean and tidy.

Cons:

N/A

2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Ella and GUY • family_with_children • nz
9
Nearby precinct of Oamaru / free parking./ Quiet stay
Pros:

Quiet, cotton sheets, friedly staff

Cons:

I felt the springs in the bed , not the best

2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Anne • couple • nz
10
Beautiful place,close to where we want to be. Staff was very nice
Pros:

Love the old look but it was still modern

2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Syed Rashidah • couple • sg
7
Location is good but size of toilet and bed can be better.
Pros:

Location is good. Toilet is too small. Bed is too small and springy mattress. Hotel has a restaurant so it is very convenient. Nice old building.

Cons:

Housekeeping knocked on our door before check out time of 10am.

2026-06-03 • via Nuitee
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Drew • solo_traveller • nz
10
Great location, super comfortable.
Pros:

Great location, plenty of parking.

Cons:

No negatives really.

2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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June • solo_traveller • nz
7
Very enjoyable
2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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Malcolm • solo_traveller • nz
7
2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • couple • nz
5
Pros:

really good location , close to heritage part

Cons:

super uncomfortable bed, walls way to thin can hear all the traffic outside and people in there rooms and corridors, definitely not worth the money we payed

2026-05-30 • via Nuitee
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Kevin • solo_traveller • nz
7
Comfortable
Pros:

Good location. good sized room

Cons:

no coach,
heating was adequate but might struggle mid winter
no cutlery, no plates etc

2026-05-28 • via Nuitee
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Iain • solo_traveller • nz
8
2026-05-27 • via Nuitee