South Hill Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A sandy beach with scattered driftwood and sparse vegetation.
A marina with several sailboats and a green boat docked.
A coastal scene with boats docked at a pier and a hillside in the background.
A building with a sign reading "Grainstore Gallery" and a mannequin dressed in a crown.
A street with a red building, a sign for a gallery and studio, and a sign for natural limestone souvenirs.

Stay near popular South Hill attractions

A road with a green van, signs indicating 'PENGUINS CROSSING' and 'SLOW', and a speed limit sign of 30.
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Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony

9.0/10 (194 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony, a lovely green space in Oamaru. Amble around the area's marina or experience its museums.
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Our pick of the best South Hill Hotel Deals

Criterion Boutique Hotel

Criterion Boutique Hotel

2 out of 5
3 Tyne St Oamaru Otago Region
The price is AU$111 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
AU$111
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Oamaru. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Auto Museum and Woolstore Complex are located nearby.
7/10 Good! (52 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff and guests."

Reviewed on 31 Aug 2026

Criterion Boutique Hotel
Tirohanga Nui

Tirohanga Nui

4 out of 5
8A Tamar St Oamaru Otago Region
The price is AU$588 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
AU$588
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this lodge in Oamaru. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Oamaru Harbour and NZ Malt Whisky Company are located ...
Tirohanga Nui
Big space in a great location

Big space in a great location

Oamaru Otago Region
Stay at this holiday home in Oamaru. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions NZ Malt Whisky Company and Whitestone City ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (5 reviews)
"Good spot. There is a lot within walking distance (1.5-3km). The house is comfortable, but prepare to manage the heating and for some rooms to be cold. The view from the front room is great. The kitchen is light on amenities. Examples include no coffee maker (not even a press), no paper towels with ..."

Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

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Big space in a great location
Little Sweetie in the Heart of Old Oamaru

Little Sweetie in the Heart of Old Oamaru

Oamaru Otago
The price is AU$261 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
AU$261
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly cottage in Oamaru. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Grainstore Gallery and Alps 2 Ocean Cycle ...
10/10 Exceptional! (62 reviews)
"I had a wonderful trip and was able to rest well. Thank you so much."

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2026

Little Sweetie in the Heart of Old Oamaru
Oamaru Accommodation - Cozy On Till

Oamaru Accommodation - Cozy On Till

Oamaru Oamaru
The price is AU$214 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
AU$214
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this holiday home in Oamaru. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Oamaru Gardens and Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (16 reviews)
"Overall a good place to stay, excellent communication with the host. A little dated in decor but clean, tidy and comfortable. Tricky driveway to get into and out of… especially if a car is parked on the road opposite the house."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2026

Oamaru Accommodation - Cozy On Till
Cozy 2 Bedrooms Lavender Garden House at Oamaru, sweet as home!

Cozy 2 Bedrooms Lavender Garden House at Oamaru, sweet as home!

Oamaru Otago
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Oamaru. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions NZ Malt Whisky Company and Grainstore ...
10/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
"The place had everything we needed. Perfect!"

Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025

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Cozy 2 Bedrooms Lavender Garden House at Oamaru, sweet as home!
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Our guide on where to stay in South Hill

Find the best South Hill areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A historic building with a clock tower and a statue.

Oamaru North

Oamaru North might not have many top sights, but Whitestone Cheese Factory and Steampunk HQ are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

A street with a red building, a sign for a gallery and studio, and a sign for natural limestone souvenirs.

Historic Precinct

While visiting Historic Precinct, you might make a stop by sights like Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct and Steampunk HQ.

Ardgowan

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Ardgowan and surrounding area, you can visit Steampunk HQ and Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct.

Weston

When in Weston, you can plan a visit to Steampunk HQ and Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Holmes Hill

Holmes Hill might not have many top sights, but Oamaru Gardens and Steampunk HQ are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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