115 Thames Street, 9400 Oamaru, New Zealand
#15 of 21 hotels in Oamaru
Guests' ChoiceBased on 959 hotel reviews
8.1Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.8
Location
9.3
Facilities
8.2
Staff
9.0
Value for money
8.3
Free WiFi
7.7
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 29 April 2024
Lori
United StatesOur room was very spacious and the hotel is in an excellent location. We were able to park our car behind the hotel. There is a Cafe off the lobby where we were able to purchase a nice breakfast.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 21 April 2024
Jesse
New ZealandIt is an older hotel so its layout was a minor rabbit warren getting from the carpark to our room. But the staff gave clear directions.
The Brydone is a historic hotel whose location is central to most attraction of Oamaru, The room was small but clean and comfortable with a great shower. The restaurant/café was great and comfortable, just right for listening to the jazz and blues performances we had come to see.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 20 April 2024
Peter
New ZealandWarm, comfortable, good shower, good parking. Good breakfast. Friendly reception.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 11 April 2024
Mark
New ZealandDecor was a bit tired
Liked the location
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 10 April 2024
David
United KingdomCentre of town
Nice modern room
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 6 April 2024
Jill
New ZealandThere was nothing to dislike. My only comment is that I had hoped for a bit more of a historic feel in the rooms. However, everything was up to standard.
The staff were very helpful and the room provided everything that was required to a good standard.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 4 April 2024
Heather
New ZealandShiny tiles on bathroom floor Light in hall shines around door during nite Carpark view but good security
Window opens - fresh air Comfy firm bed Bath as well as shower Spacious & quiet Lift to guest wing from carpark too Grand ol Dining room & food
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 1 April 2024
Jacinta
New ZealandWas a good stay. Receptionist was lovely, room was simple but nice. Perfect for what I needed.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 1 April 2024
Ashley
New ZealandNot applicable
Location Friendly staff Coffee and food Great atmosphere
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 26 March 2024
Malcolm
New ZealandVery central location. Comfortable room with great comfy leather chairs. Spacious bathroom.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 21 March 2024
Steve
New ZealandClose to town - has a lift - nice comfortable rooms and great bathroom - value for money
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 17 March 2024
Natalie
New ZealandNice and central
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 17 March 2024
Roger
United StatesThe old elevator could use some updating. A bright light in a broken plastic area near the controls made it difficult to use.
For an old hotel, it was o.k. The entry staircase is magnificant, but mostly an artifact.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 16 March 2024
Jen
CanadaGreat location in a funky little town.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 13 March 2024
Sonia
United StatesCute property with good bar and restaurant. Close to everything. Enjoyed our stay
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 10 March 2024
Cynthia
New ZealandNothing I didn't like, couldn't fault the place.
Upgraded rooms and brand-new bathroom in our suite but still kept the original theme of the building.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 8 March 2024
Ruth
CanadaBasic hotel room. Check in was easy, pleasant staff, and a lovely breakfast restaurant.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 7 March 2024
Cath
New ZealandThe heritage features
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 5 March 2024
Tobler
New ZealandWifi was so slow it didn't work was advertised as free wifi but had to hot spot from my phone
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 5 March 2024
Caroline
AustraliaAll good
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 25 February 2024
Berit
United StatesParking lot was unpaved
Location central to town and the Steam Punk amusements.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 22 February 2024
Eileen
New ZealandVery good, quite a few choices
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 21 February 2024
Amanda
AustraliaRoom was massive and spotless, we stayed in the heritage suit in the original part of the building. Location perfect for the Victorian quarter. We had a small meal in the evening which was filling.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 20 February 2024
Andrew
United KingdomAn old style hotel, bags of character, excellent location. Staff was very helpful. Good breakfast - good value. Very much liked Oamaru - restaurants, art shops, penguins.
Stayed in February 2024
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