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

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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

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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

Located within a 5-minute walk of Whitestone Cheese Factory, 289 Midway Motel is within a 15-minute stroll of North Otago Museum. The 11 rooms at this 3-star motel include kitchens, balconies, and refrigerators.
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What's nearby

  • North Otago Museum - 12 min walk - 0.7 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

Art Deco motel in Oamaru with free parking
Guests of 289 Midway Motel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and laundry facilities. There's free parking, and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for NZD 200 per vehicle one-way. Front-desk staff can assist with tours/tickets and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a garden and a picnic area.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with satellite channels and DVD players. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Kitchens, balconies or patios, and refrigerators are also standard.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

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

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room crib
  • 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 elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 1985
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

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
  • 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

  • This property welcomes pets for NZD 20 per accommodation, per stay
  • Dogs and cats only
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

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
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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

Is free cancellation available at 289 Midway Motel?

289 Midway Motel offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see near 289 Midway Motel?

This motel is located in Oamaru, just steps from Whitestone Cheese Factory. You'll also find North Otago Museum and Steampunk HQ less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at 289 Midway Motel?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does 289 Midway Motel feature a casino?

No, 289 Midway Motel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at 289 Midway Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Is 289 Midway Motel a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities at this motel that appeal to couples include a kitchen and a terrace.

Are there hot tubs at 289 Midway Motel?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this motel.

Does 289 Midway Motel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

289 Midway Motel offers continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will 289 Midway Motel allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at 289 Midway Motel for a fee of NZD 20 per accommodation, per stay.

Does 289 Midway Motel have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this motel.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at 289 Midway Motel?

Yes, every guestroom at 289 Midway Motel comes with a balcony.

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

Charlotte

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bed was comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

John

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Unfortunate and Uncomfortable Stay

👍 Like my review! We had a 2 night stay at Midway Motel in Oamaru, New Zealand as part of our trek across the country. We chose the place due to its value including a 5 minute drive to downtown, free onsite parking, and walking distance to several eateries. The studio was clean and spacious with fast internet. The bedroom had a comfortable queen sized bed and twin sized bed with pillows and several outlets nearby along a television. The bathroom had an effective toilet, a sink with plenty of counter space, a standing shower, and amenities (shampoo, body wash, women's toiletry bag). The kitchen had a dining table and chairs, utensils, plates, bowls, pots, pans, cups, glassware, microwave, stovetop, toaster, kettle for drinks (coffee, tea, chocolate), refrigerator, dish soap, and drying rack. However, our stay was made uncomfortable when a female owner confronted us about photos and videos we uploaded onto Google Maps about the room, our request for an additional key, our feedback to Expedia about her comment that we were not an older couple when requesting a bottom room floor, and our feedback about the lack of cleanliness of the kitchenette items that should've been thoroughly washed. Although we explained our side of the story, we did not feel welcomed by them and had to raise the issue to Expedia. Given this, we would not recommend this place and don't plan to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 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

Traveled 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

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