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Criterion Boutique Hotel

2.0 star property
Hotel in Oamaru

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Standard Twin Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets
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Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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3 Tyne St, Oamaru, Otago Region, 9400
  • Place, Steampunk HQ
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Oamaru Harbour
    ‪3 min walk‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Twin Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Studio Suite | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Oamaru

Located in South Hill, Criterion Boutique Hotel is next to Auto Museum and Steam Train. This 7-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Steampunk HQ - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Oamaru Harbour - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Whitestone Cheese Diner & Deli - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Coast - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Indian Kitchen Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Harbour St Bakery - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Criterion Boutique Hotel

Hotel in Oamaru
Staff members can help with accommodation requests, and provide front-desk service during limited hours.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from noon - 8:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours.

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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

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

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near Criterion Boutique Hotel?

This hotel is situated in South Hill, just steps from Steampunk HQ and Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct, and within a short walk of Oamaru Harbour. You'll also find North Otago Museum and Janet Frame House less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Criterion Boutique Hotel?

No, there isn't parking at this hotel.

Does Criterion Boutique Hotel have a casino?

No, Criterion Boutique Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Criterion Boutique Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Are there hot tubs at Criterion Boutique Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Criterion Boutique Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Criterion Boutique Hotel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Criterion Boutique Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Criterion Boutique Hotel.

Does Criterion Boutique Hotel have connecting rooms?

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

Are there rooms with balconies at Criterion Boutique Hotel?

No, at Criterion Boutique Hotel, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Criterion Boutique Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 24 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

5.8/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

marivic

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Rebecca

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
The guy who runs this is really nice and the beds have nice linen and the room is clean enough. While the rooms were in good condition, they were small and we booked the room because the listing said a bathroom was among the room amenities. There were two clean bathrooms on the other side of the floor. It might be good to specify “shared bathroom” in the hotel description. If the kitchen were clean and free of clutter, I would have rated this 3 stars despite the amenity listing discrepancy. Unfortunately, the kitchen was unusable owing to a large box dumped on the cooker, other equipment left on the side by the sink and dirty dishes left there from when we checked in a few minutes before 2pm until we checked out just before 10am. I went to wash the dishes, but I couldn’t find a cloth, only dishwashing liquid. Food from the restaurant was stored in a deep freeze and a fridge was switched off. Another fridge freezer was switched on, but this would have benefited from being cleaned. I know the owners are new, so leaving this as constructive feedback.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Anna

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Levi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
if you love a victorian vibe place this a hotel to stay. Me and my partner really love the place and their foods are superb.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Joseph

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Linens are exceptional quality and very clean. Cannot praise this place highly enough. Exellent value for money. In the heart of the Heritage area. Jenny and Maryanne
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing building and warm, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025