Alpine Motel

2.5 star property

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Executive 1 Bedroom | Desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Executive 1 Bedroom | Desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
2 Bedroom | Desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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285 Thames Street, Oamaru, 9400
  • Place, Janet Frame House
    ‪11 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
(12 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Studio

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

1 Bedroom

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

Executive 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

2 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 68 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Alpine Motel

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
  • Limited on-site self parking

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 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.

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. 101 out of 267 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 108 out of 267 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 267 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 267 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 267 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy stay. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Kaye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very tidy, good size for 2 people, walking distance to all shops and dining, very adequate for our 2 night sray
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice place, nothing fancy but all you need
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Alpine motel staff we're super friendly and helpful would highly recommend this motel will definitely be staying again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness
A bit dated but clean tidy and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place for a one night stop to break up a long drive. The owners are relatively new so bear that in mind when looking at older reviews. Very clean and spacious
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Irene

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good amenities. Staff helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The door lock needs some attention, otherwise all good.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barry

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

8/10 Good

Andy

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

10/10 Excellent

Ian

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place quiet and convenient close to town and sightseeing.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adi

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Brian

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. We were able to check in earlier than we had selected when booking and the staff were absolutely lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ANTHONY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Excellent nights stay, did exactly what we needed it to do.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Place was great value for money
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Kristin

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Dirt dump. Gross. Didn’t touch the furniture or bedspreads all night. Grateful we got out without bedbugs.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good clean motel with friendly helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Helen

Liked: Room comfort

Comfortable stay

Comfortable stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wynn

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

8/10 Good

Geoff

Liked: Cleanliness
It suited our budget and it was nice and close to places of interest
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kaye

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
Verified

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