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 travellers love the helpful staff and breakfast.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
15 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; check-in end time: 7:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 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
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
Children
Children (2 years old and younger) are not allowed
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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
Lift
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 curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Mini fridge
Free tea bags/instant coffee
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Awards and affiliations
Eco-certified property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and 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 that 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 that you 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 social distancing 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 4-minute walk from North Otago Museum and 9 minutes' walk from Steampunk HQ. Travellers say that this lodge is in a good location.
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Poshtel Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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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
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
12 Apr 2025
Great visit
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
Susanne, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 Oct 2024
Absolutely beautiful place to stay awesomely friendly staff.
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
30 Nov 2024
Really lovely decor, french press in room, lovely breakfast...Charming place
Denise
Denise, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
7 Jan 2025
What a cool place to stay. Front of house staff excellent. Really good continental breakfast.
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 Oct 2024
Fabulous hotel and a great location
Kate
Kate, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 Feb 2025
Won’t disappoint
Excellent! Great find and will definitely recommend to everyone.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 Sep 2024
The property was beautiful, rooms were stunning and the breakfast was absolutely beautiful totally recommended
Jasmine
Jasmine, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
24 Oct 2024
Nice hotel
Brian
Brian, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 Nov 2024
The historical decorating touches are beautifully curated and the breakfast was very nicely done with high quality coffee
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 Nov 2024
Thank you for the great experience first time we will definitely be back - very private 😀
Cecilia
Cecilia, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 Nov 2024
Property is centrally located and was well maintained.
Kim
Kim, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 Oct 2024
The staff are exceptional.
Meg
Meg, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
30 Sep 2024
Great place to stay for a night or 2. Close walking to Restaurants & bars. The place was clean, tidy & friendly staff.
Steve
Steve, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 Nov 2024
Great place!
Fabulous old building that’s now quirky and fun, in a steampunk kind of way. Just be warned, the lounge closes at 8pm and there's a bit of road noise, but otherwise highly recommended.
Richard
Richard, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
7 May 2024
Great place.
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
15 Jan 2025
The Poshtel was a very unique hotel the only problem we had was only very high windows could not see outside felt like we were in a bunker.
Richard
Richard, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
12 Mar 2025
Good but with limitations
When we checked-in we thought wow what an amazing hotel, that’s perfect in every way. However if you’re staying more than one night, be warned that our room had no storage space for clothes and only 2 clothes hangers. There’s one chair and no table, so for 2 people this could be an issue.
The bar and lounge are sealed off from 8pm to 8am, so you can’t make use of these facilities in the evening.
Patrick
Patrick, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 Apr 2024
Great Boutique Hotel
Lovely staff, clean hotel, very quirky, quiet rooms, glad we stayed here.
Deborah
Deborah, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
22 Jan 2025
Worth a try!
Woman checking me in was stellar - the lobby fun and quirky as were the rooms.
Breakfast was ok, no recycling offered, no organic options. All sweet options.
Room was clean and fun, mattress felt lumpy and was saggy.
Verified traveller
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 Nov 2023
Great place. Will definitely stay there again if I return to town.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
16 Sep 2024
Pleasant Surprise
The staff was extremely friendly and helpful. We loved the lobby and the room.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
16 Oct 2023
Great place to stay. Very helpful staff
John
John, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 Dec 2024
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Norman
Norman, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
7 Jan 2024
Beautiful hotel and good breakfast. Convenience location.
Bing
Bing, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
14 Jul 2023
Absolutely loved our stay. The staff were above and beyond helpful and friendly, and the room was beautiful.