Alpine Motel

2.5 star property

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Kitchen Studio | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
1 Bedroom | Desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
2 Bedroom | Desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
2 Bedroom | Desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
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Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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285 Thames Street, Oamaru, 9400
  • Place, Whitestone Cheese Factory
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Steampunk HQ
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Oamaru Harbour
    ‪20 min walk‬

Room options

Kitchen Studio

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Studio

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

1 Bedroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Executive 1 Bedroom

  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

2 Bedroom

  • 68 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Single Beds

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About this property

Alpine Motel

Motel in Oamaru with free parking
This motel features laundry facilities, tour/ticket assistance and free self-parking. WiFi in public areas is free.
Alpine Motel offers 10 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to balconies. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

This Oamaru motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch Smart televisions come with satellite channels. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Alpine Motel. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Whitestone Cheese Factory. Free WiFi in public areas, free self-parking and laundry facilities are available.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Services include tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage
  • Just a 3-minute walk from Whitestone Cheese Factory and 11 minutes on foot from North Otago Museum
  • Dogs welcome for a fee
Alpine Motel offers its guests tour/ticket assistance and laundry facilities. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Oamaru motel.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 20

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 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 48 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
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: NZD 20 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: NZD 20 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: NZD 20 (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds and on-site parking
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 48 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 7:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. The credit card used when booking the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo ID. Other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.

Property is also known as

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Alpine Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 90 out of 239 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 97 out of 239 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 239 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 239 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 239 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very easy place to find. We only stayed one night, so to have bottle store and plenty of takeaway options was very much appreciated.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Andy

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Comfy bed and a good shower.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaye

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an excellent motel. Quiet and warm It has older decor, but it is clean and functional. The owner is a lovely lady very welcoming and helpful Would definitely recommend this motel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners are a lovely couple, really helpful and pleasant to deal with, rooms are adequteley sized amd cleaned on a regular basis.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly staff. Thanks Doris, you are top notch!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lyn

Old but clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adi

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very comfortable bed and ample room, this accommodation suited our needs well.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

STEPHEN

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The motel is close to town with adequate off-street parking. It has double glazing at the front which reduces the road noise. The interior is dated but clean. The staff are friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Ange

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfy beds, able to get washing done by the owner
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent host,very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient location, comfortable unit
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roxane

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location in downtown. Staff was very kind and helpful. Comfortable bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Mark

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
A lot of road noise but you are on a main road but having double glazing didn't help much.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Alison

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable bed
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Sandy

Liked: Cleanliness
Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked all
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarut, Kingsford

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

frank

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Run down, poor value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024