Located near Oamaru Hospital and North Otago Museum, Poshtel offers a relaxing retreat with dry cleaning services. Connect to in-room WiFi, enjoy continental breakfast and appreciate the helpful staff who have left a lasting impression on previous guests.
Located near a train station, Poshtel is a great choice for a stay in Oamaru. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and breakfast.
Languages
English
At a glance
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Hotel size
15 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; 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 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Children (2 years old and younger) not allowed
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Caters to adults only
Property amenities
Food and drink
Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–10:00 AM
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Bike storage
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Television in common areas
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
40-inch flat-screen TV
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Electric kettle
Bathrobes
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Mini-fridge
Free tea bags/instant coffee
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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Awards and affiliations
Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
Fees & policies
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for NZD 45 per night
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Poshtel Hotel Oamaru
Poshtel Oamaru
Poshtel Lodge
Poshtel Oamaru
Poshtel Lodge Oamaru
Frequently asked questions
Does Poshtel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Poshtel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Poshtel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Poshtel?
Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Poshtel and nearby?
Recommended spots to visit include North Otago Museum (4-min walk) and Oamaru Hospital (6-min walk), along with Janet Frame House (7-min walk) and Steampunk HQ (9-min walk).
What's the area around Poshtel like?
Poshtel is a short 8-minute walk from Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail and 9 minutes' walk from Steampunk HQ. Travelers say this lodge is in a good location.
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Poshtel Reviews
Reviews
9.6
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Staff & service
9.4/10
Amenities
9.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Room
Service staff
Breakfast
Towns
Location
Boutique hotel
Store
Building
Bathroom
Couples
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as delicious, good, and substantial with a nice variety of fresh fruit and cereals. (30 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10
Really great stay and location was superb. Super friendly staff at reception. Helped answer any questions we had. Will definitely be back.
Nikeel
1-night trip
10/10
Excellent customer service, loved the hotel and the rooms and the breakfast!
Amy
1-night trip
10/10
A fabulous stay at Poshtel. I had an upstairs room (polo theme) which was so comfortable and quiet. The staff were amazing & the free breakfast was substantial and good quality. Nice extra touches like the pillow sleep spray. I will definitely stay here a 3rd time.
Kini
2-night trip
10/10
Very cool place in Oamaru. Friendly and helpful staff, cozy common spaces, well appointed room.
Nathan
2-night trip
10/10
Absolutely beautiful place to stay awesomely friendly staff.
Paul
1-night trip
10/10
Room was well appointed and interesting. Continental breakfast was delicious and the setting encouraged conversation.
RHONDA
1-night trip
10/10
This was the most spacious, comfortable place with a sprinkling of steam punk vibe we have ever experienced.
Irene
1-night trip
10/10
Loved that it wasn’t an “off the shelf” place but instead had character.
Marsha
1-night trip
10/10
Fabulous hotel and a great location
Kate
1-night trip
10/10
Amazing experience! An excellent place to stay. Great continental breakfast. Easy walking distance to the historic Victorian precinct and many other stores, shops and cafés.
Adam
1-night trip
10/10
Boutique hotel in an older building, with an eclectic art collection and subtle steampunk theme. Superb host, comfortable room, great breakfast options & cycle-friendly
Simon
1-night trip
10/10
Great experience!
Ellen
1-night trip
10/10
Really lovely decor, french press in room, lovely breakfast...Charming place
Denise
1-night trip
10/10
What a cool place to stay. Front of house staff excellent. Really good continental breakfast.
Mark
1-night trip
10/10
The property was beautiful, rooms were stunning and the breakfast was absolutely beautiful totally recommended
Jasmine
2-night trip
10/10
Great hotel in the middle of town. We could sort out quite a few things before our flight.
The lady at the reception was very kind and told us about the Penguin colony. The penguins wait for it to become dark before they come to the shore.
We also got a good recommendation for a restaurant close to the penguin colony.
Susanne
1-night trip
10/10
A quirky hotel in a quirky town. We really enjoyed both. Poshtel was clean and comfortable with a cool vibe. Staff were friendly and helpful 🙂
Samantha
1-night trip
10/10
The first thing that stands out is the eclectic collection of antiques for each themed room. It's definitely worth poking your head in some of the other rooms to see them. What a fun and funky hotel! The location is convenient for walking around town. There are several restaurants that are open seven days a week. Most of the shops, however, close at 5 PM. Parking is convenient. The staff was exceedingly friendly!!! The continental breakfast was fine. A nice variety of fresh fruit and cereals.
Kristine
1-night trip
8/10
Nice hotel
Brian
1-night trip
8/10
Very unique structure... you ring a bell and wait for host to open the door (a key code allows you to enter hotel on your own once you check in). Building is unique -- a loft-style bank / hunting lodge (yes, it is all of those things). Town has preserved much of its historic buildings, and repurposed them -- a bit of a walk to other attractions (Steampunk Museum, and blue penguin colony).
Victor T
1-night trip
10/10
The historical decorating touches are beautifully curated and the breakfast was very nicely done with high quality coffee
Robert
1-night trip
10/10
Excellent! Great find and will definitely recommend to everyone.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10
Thank you for the great experience first time we will definitely be back - very private 😀
Cecilia
3-night trip
8/10
Great place to stay for a night or 2. Close walking to Restaurants & bars. The place was clean, tidy & friendly staff.
Steve
1-night trip
10/10
Property is centrally located and was well maintained.