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289 Midway Motel

★★★ 289 Thames Street, Oamaru, NZ

7.5 guest rating· 1268 reviews

About this hotel

Convenient Location

Located just a 7-minute walk from Oamaru Town Centre, 289 Midway Motel offers easy access to nearby attractions and amenities.

Comfortable Accommodation

Each self-contained unit at the motel features a fully equipped kitchen, spacious living and dining areas, and satellite TV with a wide selection of channels for entertainment.

Great Facilities

Guests can take advantage of the shared balcony, barbecue facilities, free off-street and undercover parking, as well as complimentary Wi-Fi access. Additionally, the motel offers guest laundry, a children's playground, and a helpful tour desk for a hassle-free stay.

Book your stay at 289 Midway Motel for a relaxing and enjoyable experience in Oamaru.

Rooms & rates

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One-Bedroom Apartment

Sleeps 5 · 45 m² · 3× Twin bed, Queen bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Kitchen
  • Coffee/tea maker

Boasting a private entrance, this apartment comes with 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. Meals can be prepared in the kitchen, which features a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and an oven. This apartment has a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a balcony. The unit has 4 beds.

Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Sleeps 5 · 48 m² · 2× Queen Bed, Twin bed

  • Desk
  • Balcony or patio
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Coffee/tea maker

<p><strong>2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed</strong></p><p>517-sq-foot room with a balcony/patio </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Bedroom </p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Flat-screen TV, premium channels, and DVD player</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Kitchen with refrigerator, stovetop, microwave, and coffee/tea maker</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Blackout drapes/curtains and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Iron/ironing board, desk, and wardrobe or closet; cribs (free) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping and heating</p><p>Non-Smoking, pet friendly</p>

Two-Bedroom Apartment

Sleeps 6 · 70 m² · Twin bed, Double bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Kitchen
  • Coffee/tea maker

This spacious apartment features a separate living area and fully equipped kitchen.

Studio

Sleeps 3 · 32 m² · Twin bed, Queen bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Kitchen
  • Coffee/tea maker

This self-contained studio features a refrigerator, kettle and a microwave. It also includes an private bathroom and a 32-inch LCD TV.

King Studio

Sleeps 2 · 34 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Kitchen
  • Coffee/tea maker

This refurbished studio has a modern kitchen and bathroom.

Superior Family Room

Sleeps 5 · 45 m² · 2× Twin bed, 2× Queen bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Kitchen
  • Coffee/tea maker

The fully equipped kitchen has a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and an oven. A seating area with a flat-screen TV, a desk, a balcony and a private bathroom are offered in this spacious family room. The unit has 4 beds.

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Fitness center
  • Free Parking
  • Pets allowed
  • Tour desk
  • Room service
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • BBQ facilities
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Fire extinguishers
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  • Guest room sealed after cleaning
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Heating
  • Invoice provided
  • Laundry
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Luggage storage
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Security alarm
  • Smoke alarms
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Sun terrace

Location

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289 Thames Street, Oamaru, NZ

Check-in
from 02:00 PM to 09:00 PM
Check-out
until 10:00 AM

What guests say7.51268 reviews

+ Clean rooms+ Friendly staff+ Good locationOld facilitiesPoor water pressureNoise issues
Cleanliness7.1
Service8.1
Location8.6
Room Quality7.5
Amenities6.6
Value for Money7.5

Guest review

8.0

Very welcoming would stay again

AARON · NZ · 2026-07-24

Guest review

6.0

The shower had no water pressure

Pete · NZ · 2026-07-24

Lovely time in the small town.

8.0

Easy to find, location for us was good, had all the facilities that we required.

A bit of road noise, but nothing major.

Audrey · GB · 2026-07-22

Adequate for an overnight stay, what you get looks slightly different to what you see

7.0

Good towels, comfortable bed, central location, clean, plenty of heating including electric blankets, self contained with an oven if needed

Soap sachets that were hard to open for the shower, minimal milk supplied.

Sandy · NZ · 2026-07-19

Good to know

If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform 289 Midway Motel in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

A deposit may be required at the property.

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 allowed. Charges may be applicable.

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 25 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.