Oamaru Backpackers
47 Tees Street South Hill
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Why people book this hotel
“Quirky and creative, and comfortable”
“The common living room was very homey and spacious”
“Everything worked well and was clean”
“Very clean”
“Parking is easy”
“There is also heaps of on street parking available”
“Location is great”
“The location was great, very easy to get into town”
“We didn't have breakfast, only black tea as there wasn't any milk at 6 am, belie…”
Overview
Featuring free WiFi, Oamaru Backpackers offers budget accommodation in Oamaru. Some rooms feature views of the sea or garden. You will find a shared kitchen and common area at the property. Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony is 1.2 km from the property, while Steampunk HQ is just 450 metres away. There are shops, bars and restaurants within close walking distance from Oamaru Backpackers.
Traveller reviews
Izzie
solo_traveller
June 18, 2026
Super comfy, great views and very well set up. I loved the cosy vibe and how homely it was. Everything worked well and was clean
Emily Jacqueline
solo_traveller
June 13, 2026
It was very nice decorated and had a lot of extras.
Janine
extended_group
June 12, 2026
“Overall very happy with the accommodation, happy to stay there again and would recommend to others.”
We didn't have breakfast, only black tea as there wasn't any milk at 6 am, believe it arrived later.
Bronwyn
solo_traveller
May 28, 2026
“Creative and comfortable accommodation near Whitestone City”
Quirky and creative, and comfortable. Pleasant bedroom and living areas, comfy bed. Close to town, sea views.
Carolyn
couple
May 27, 2026
“Have stayed here a few times. Value for money.”
Location is great. Parking is easy. Very clean. Bonus for the washing machine.
Maxence
solo_traveller
May 1, 2026
“Just the best one in New Zealand”
Honestly one the best I've ever seen
Harete
couple
April 21, 2026
walls thin - heard snoring from next room all night long. Not a decent sleep regrettably
Emily
solo_traveller
April 20, 2026
“Amazing relaxing and comfortable”
The decoration inside was beautiful and very clean
YU HSIN
family_with_children
April 5, 2026
The view from the lobby is nice, and they have a cute garden where you can use the herbs they grow.
yayueh
extended_group
April 4, 2026
Everything is lovely
Jordan
family_with_children
March 29, 2026
The location was great, very easy to get into town. There is also heaps of on street parking available. The common living room was very homey and spacious
Wong
solo_traveller
March 24, 2026
Easy and simple to book and check in
Grace
solo_traveller
March 24, 2026
Clean， comfortable，private
Martin
couple
March 20, 2026
“Comfortable, well located, quiet and value for money”
Quiet and light and bright, clean
devina
solo_traveller
March 12, 2026
Amazing stay
Zhuqing
extended_group
March 11, 2026
“wonderful”
Big kitchen and clean bathroom
Johanna
couple
March 8, 2026
“We had an enjoyable stay at Oamaru Backpackers. You get good value for money.”
Liked our twin room which was more spacious than usual at a Backpackers. Loved all the plants inside and outside in every nook and corner. Inviting shared kitchen.
Janet
solo_traveller
March 6, 2026
“Our first visit to a backpackers as older ladies. It was a pleasant experience. So close to penguins we were able to wal”
Easy parking Clean room great view Good kitchen facilities Quiet
Ann Gee
couple
March 5, 2026
Room was clean, spacious, and well‑maintained/- Overall atmosphere felt safe and relaxing/Comfortable bed and good amenities provided/Convenient location close to the center/Easy parking
Katie
couple
March 2, 2026
“Great comfortable accomodation”
Comfortable bed, good communal living room area. Kitchen had pretty much everything you could want/ need. It’s a great place to stay once you can get past the aggressive messages all over the walls about fines and CCTV. Perfect for penguin viewing.
Facilities
Activities
Games room, Massage chair, Fitness/spa locker rooms
Cleaning services
Laundry room
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles, Indoor play area
Food & Drink
Breakfast options
General
Family rooms, Non-smoking rooms, Heating, Designated smoking area, Bicycle parking
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Kitchen
Shared kitchen
Outdoors
Sun terrace, Garden, Outdoor furniture, Picnic area
Parking
Street parking, Parking, Free parking, Parking on site
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, First aid kit available
Self check-in
Passport/ID information collected online before you arrive, Digital key access
Services
Laundry, Lockers, Shared lounge/TV area, Luggage storage
Family Room with Private Bathroom
The family room features a carpeted floor, heating, as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The family room provides executive lounge access, a seating area, a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as garden views. The unit offers 2 beds.
Double Room
The double room offers executive lounge access, a seating area, as well as a shared bathroom boasting a shower and a hairdryer. The unit has 1 bed.
Double Room with Garden View
The double room offers executive lounge access, a wardrobe, as well as a shared bathroom boasting a shower and a hairdryer. The double room features a carpeted floor, heating and garden views. The unit has 1 bed.
Standard Triple Room with Sea View
The triple room features executive lounge access, a seating area, as well as a shared bathroom boasting a shower and a hairdryer. The triple room offers a carpeted floor, heating and sea views. The unit has 2 beds.
Standard Twin Room with Garden View
The twin room provides a carpeted floor, heating, as well as a shared bathroom boasting a hairdryer. The twin room features a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, executive lounge access, a seating area, a wardrobe as well as garden views. The unit has 2 beds.
Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom
The quadruple room provides executive lounge access, a carpeted floor, as well as a shared bathroom featuring a shower and a hairdryer. The quadruple room features heating and garden views. The unit offers 4 beds.
Single Room with Garden View
The single room features a carpeted floor and heating, as well as a shared bathroom featuring a hairdryer. The single room is furnished with a desk and a seating area and provides executive lounge access, a wardrobe and garden views. The unit offers 1 bed.
Single Room with Sea View
The single room offers executive lounge access, a wardrobe, as well as a shared bathroom featuring a shower and a hairdryer. The unit offers 1 bed.
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