What is South Hill like?

Travellers are sure to enjoy a stay in Oamaru's South Hill neighbourhood. Make sure that you visit Oamaru Harbour and Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct as part of your South Hill travel plans.

What's a favourite hotel to stay in South Hill?

Based on our traveller data, Criterion Boutique Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay in South Hill. It's a hotel offering free WiFi. Other good options for your stay in the neighbourhood include Tirohanga Nui and The Nest on Till .

How many hotels should I expect to find in South Hill?

If you're searching for places to stay in Oamaru, choose from one of Expedia's 12 hotels and other accommodation options in South Hill.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in South Hill, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available in South Hill.

What are the top things to see and do in South Hill?

Spend some time exploring the natural setting of South Hill with a visit to Oamaru Harbour and Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony. Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct and Grainstore Gallery are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. NZ Malt Whisky Company, Whitestone City and Auto Museum are just a few of the places to visit in and around South Hill. Woolstore Complex and Steampunk HQ are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Oamaru.

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Our top choices for South Hill hotels

A living room with a brown leather sofa, two armchairs, a small round table, and a window with a view of a building.

1. Criterion Boutique Hotel

South Hill

Nicholas

RM325 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A modern building with a glass facade overlooking a body of water.

2. Tirohanga Nui

South Hill

RM1,572 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A historic building with a sign for the Brydode Hotel.

3. Brydone Hotel Oamaru

1.4 km from South Hill

brett

RM369 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A multi-story hotel with a parking lot, outdoor seating, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

4. Oamaru Motor Lodge

Oamaru North, 3.3 km from South Hill

Lynette

RM359 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A spacious lobby with a wooden floor, leather sofas, a red chair, and multiple hanging lights.

5. Poshtel

1.6 km from South Hill

Cheryl

RM448 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A hotel courtyard with a paved walkway, a palm tree planter, and a building with multiple balconies and windows.

6. Heritage Court Lodge

Oamaru North, 3.4 km from South Hill

Patricia

RM377 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A multi-story hotel with a brick driveway and a landscaped garden.

7. The Mews Oamaru

2.2 km from South Hill

Mark

RM484 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a sink, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.

8. Bella Vista Motel Oamaru

1.9 km from South Hill

Peter

RM449 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a window with sheer curtains, and a view of trees outside.

9. ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge

Oamaru North, 2.8 km from South Hill

Kevin

RM381 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A neatly made bed with a white quilt, two striped pillows, and a black headboard. There are two bedside tables with lamps and a remote control on one.

10. 289 Midway Motel

2.2 km from South Hill

Wendy

RM388 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A building entrance with a covered porch, large potted plants, and a sign indicating a Sky lounge.

11. Alpine Motel

2.1 km from South Hill

Tony

RM338 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a blue sofa, a desk with a chair, a large window with a view of the city, and a painting on the wall.

12. Joy 40 Apartments Oamaru

1.7 km from South Hill

nathaniel

RM505 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A room with two beds, a wooden table, and a television.

13. AAA Thames Court Motel

2.3 km from South Hill

Margaret

RM496 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A bed with a grey quilt and red pillows, a red and white striped throw, and a white headboard.

14. Colonial Lodge Motel

Oamaru North, 4.8 km from South Hill

Brent

RM388 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A house with a large porch and a view of the Milky Way.

15. Pen-y-bryn Lodge

Historic Precinct, 1.1 km from South Hill

Brindan

RM1,795 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A landscaped garden with a gravel path, rocks, and flowering bushes.

16. Ascot Oamaru Motel

Oamaru North, 5.1 km from South Hill

WANLU

RM446 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A stone building with a balcony, large windows, and well-maintained hedges.

17. Casa Nova House

Oamaru North, 4.2 km from South Hill

Bruce

RM1,362 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A large, multi-story building with a symmetrical facade, multiple windows, and a central entrance.

18. Teschemakers Resort

8.5 km from South Hill

Jawid

RM621 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

A garden with various flowers and a wooden fence.

19. Glenavys Waitaki River Motor Camp - Caravan Park

23.8 km from South Hill

Noni

RM221 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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Compare popular hotels in South Hill

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Criterion Boutique Hotel	2.0 star property	7.0 Good 53 reviews	View
Tirohanga Nui	4.0 star property	10.0 Exceptional 1 review	View
Poshtel	5.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 435 reviews	View
Oamaru Motor Lodge	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 751 reviews	View
The Mews Oamaru	4.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 376 reviews	View

Where to stay in South Hill

Find the best South Hill areas for the activities you enjoy most.

A historic building with a clock tower and a statue.

Oamaru North

Oamaru North might not have many top sights, but Whitestone Cheese Factory and Steampunk HQ are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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A street with a red building, a sign for a gallery and studio, and a sign for natural limestone souvenirs.

Historic Precinct

While visiting Historic Precinct, you might make a stop by sights like Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct and Steampunk HQ.

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Weston

When in Weston, you can plan a visit to Steampunk HQ and Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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Ardgowan

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Ardgowan and surrounding area, you can visit Steampunk HQ and Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct.

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Holmes Hill

Holmes Hill might not have many top sights, but Oamaru Gardens and Steampunk HQ are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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Top South Hill Hotel Reviews

Poshtel

10/10 Excellent

"Steampunk character of the hotel was very cool & fun - from the unusual elevator to the lobby & room decor. The staff was very friendly & helpful. The room was comfortable with very high ceilings. Overall, very enjoyable stay."