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A black car parked in front of a building with a white exterior and a black roof.

A multi-story hotel with a parking lot, outdoor seating, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

A kitchen with a countertop, a sink, and a window with blinds.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a large window.

1. Oamaru Motor Lodge

Oamaru North

Lynette

AU$121

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A building facade with ornate architectural details, including a central decorative panel and two symmetrical sculptures.

A bar area with a beer tap and a wine & beverage list sign.

A hallway with a staircase, a clock, and framed pictures on the walls.

A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a vase with purple flowers, and a framed artwork on the wall.

2. Brydone Hotel Oamaru

Oamaru

brett

AU$125

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A set of outdoor metal stairs with a handrail, leading up to a building entrance.

A modern bedroom with a red bed, a sliding glass door, and a small patio area with a table and chairs.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

A hotel courtyard with a paved walkway, a palm tree planter, and a building with multiple balconies and windows.

3. Heritage Court Lodge

Oamaru North

Patricia

AU$116

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A spacious lobby with a wooden floor, leather sofas, a red chair, and multiple hanging lights.

A reception desk with a glass top, wooden base, and three hanging lamps with a geometric pattern.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a unique X-shaped headboard, two bedside lamps, and a view through a window.

A wall of whisky labels in a room with wooden flooring and a staircase leading to another area.

4. Poshtel

Oamaru

Cheryl

AU$174

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A multi-story hotel with a brick driveway and a landscaped garden.

A multi-story building with balconies, outdoor seating, and large windows.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a built-in dishwasher, and a large sink.

A coastal landscape with a beach, rocky cliffs, and a distant view of mountains.

5. The Mews Oamaru

Oamaru

AU$152

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A commercial laundry area with two stacked washers and a dryer, a safety warning sign, and a potted plant.

A gym with weightlifting equipment, treadmills, and exercise balls.

A patio with a table and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and a brick wall.

A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a window with sheer curtains, and a view of trees outside.

6. ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge

Oamaru North

Kevin

AU$136

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A gym with multiple treadmills, red chairs, and a table.

A hotel room with two beds, a sink, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.

A compact kitchen with a stainless steel sink, a microwave, and a stove.

A motel with a red roof, a signboard, and a parking lot with cars.

7. Bella Vista Motel Oamaru

Oamaru

Peter

AU$154

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a blue sofa, a desk with a chair, a large window with a view of the city, and a painting on the wall.

A modern building with a car parked in front.

8. Joy 40 Apartments Oamaru

Oamaru

AU$185

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A building entrance with a covered porch, large potted plants, and a sign indicating a Sky lounge.

A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a dining table with chairs, and a refrigerator.

A neatly made bed with a white comforter, a rolled white blanket, and a dark blue throw blanket.

A kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel sink, a kettle, and a stove.

9. Alpine Motel

Oamaru

Tony

AU$113

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A room with two beds, a wooden table, and a television.

A motel with a covered patio, sliding glass doors to the rooms, and outdoor seating.

A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a desk, and a couch.

A two-story residential building with a paved driveway and a small porch area.

10. AAA Thames Court Motel

Oamaru

Brittney

AU$163

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A well-maintained garden with a flowering tree, a stone border, and a lawn.

A motel with a two-story structure, a covered parking area, and a staircase leading to the upper level.

A hotel with a two-story structure, a staircase leading to the upper level, and outdoor seating area with chairs and tables.

A neatly made bed with a white quilt, two striped pillows, and a black headboard. There are two bedside tables with lamps and a remote control on one.

11. 289 Midway Motel

Oamaru

AU$123

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A bar with a row of beer taps labeled with various brands and types.

A living room with a brown leather sofa, two armchairs, a small round table, and a window with a view of a building.

A room with two beds, wooden flooring, and a window with sheer curtains.

A historic building with a sign reading "HOTEL CRITERION."

12. Criterion Boutique Hotel

South Hill

Nicholas

AU$110

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A bed with a grey quilt and red pillows, a red and white striped throw, and a white headboard.

A room with a TV, a desk, two chairs, a bed, a small kitchen area, and a window.

A well-maintained garden with a palm tree, flowering plants, and a wooden fence.

A grassy outdoor area with a swing set and a slide.

13. Colonial Lodge Motel

Oamaru North

Brent

AU$144

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A restaurant with wooden beams, tables, chairs, and menu boards.

A billiards hall with a wooden counter, a digital scoreboard, and a glass display case.

A pool table, arcade machines, and a billiards table in a recreational area.

A landscaped garden with a gravel path, rocks, and flowering bushes.

14. Ascot Oamaru Motel

Oamaru North

Akuila

AU$163

includes taxes & fees

7 Nov - 8 Nov

A large, multi-story building with a symmetrical facade, multiple windows, and a central entrance.

A dining table with food and a building with a red roof in the background.

A grassy park area with trees and a building in the background.

A compact hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a kitchenette, and a large window.

15. Teschemakers Resort

Teschemakers

Jawid

AU$238

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern building with a glass facade overlooking a body of water.

A home theater room with a large screen, reclining seats, and a mural of autumn leaves.

A modern room with two purple armchairs, a small side table with a plant, and a large window offering a view of greenery and buildings.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a view of the sea, and a mounted TV.

16. Tirohanga Nui

South Hill

AU$588

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A stone building with a balcony, large windows, and well-maintained hedges.

A well-maintained lawn with neatly trimmed hedges and a stone building with a green roof.

A bedroom with a balcony, patterned wallpaper, a bed with a pink blanket, and a TV on the wall.

A dining area with a table set for four, a window with curtains, and a view of trees and a building.

17. Casa Nova House

Oamaru North

Bruce

AU$439

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A house with a large porch and a view of the Milky Way.

A dining room with a round table surrounded by chairs, large windows with stained glass, and a chandelier.

A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A room with a large window, two patterned armchairs, a wooden cabinet, and a vase with branches.

18. Pen-y-bryn Lodge

Holmes Hill

Brindan

AU$620

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A garden with various flowers and a wooden fence.

A covered outdoor area with a wooden deck, two potted plants with purple flowers, and a view of a well-maintained lawn and trees.

A modern kitchen with a bar area, a black leather sofa, and a dining table.

A small, single-story building with a red roof and large windows, surrounded by a gravel driveway and potted plants.

19. Glenavys Waitaki River Motor Camp - Caravan Park

Glenavy

Noni

AU$72

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

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Hotels recommended for families in Totara

Oamaru Motor Lodge

Oamaru North

AU$121

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

Brydone Hotel Oamaru

Oamaru

AU$125

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

Heritage Court Lodge

Oamaru North

AU$116

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

The Mews Oamaru

Oamaru

AU$152

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge

Oamaru North

AU$136

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

Bella Vista Motel Oamaru

Oamaru

AU$154

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

Alpine Motel

Oamaru

AU$113

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

AAA Thames Court Motel

Oamaru

AU$163

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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Top Totara Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Totara

Oamaru Motor Lodge

8/10 Good

"Comfortable room, Motel well located on main road to the north of the town."

Brydone Hotel Oamaru

10/10 Excellent

"Great staff and perfectly located"

Beautiful ocean view from this lovely holiday home

10/10 Excellent

"We loved our stay! Very clean and lovely views. Kids loved walking to the little park, enjoyed the river mouth area and walked the other direction to the sandy beach. Great takeaways from the spot right in kakanui on our second night. Lovely to be able to bring our dog, he was cozy in his crate and loved poking around the yard, which was very secure."

The Mews Oamaru

8/10 Good

"Staff were friendly and helpful"

Heritage Court Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Enjoyed my stay at Heritage Court Lodge. Spacious studio unit, quiet with minimal road noise. Friendly staff , reception personnel helpful."

Alpine Motel

8/10 Good

"Friendly staff, easy parking."

The Bach Retreat Kakanui

10/10 Excellent

"Great property for a family or get together! Cosy clean living spaces. Fire was fantastic for heating. Amazing showers! And a nice wee walk to the beach. Loved the location being so close to Oamaru."

Colonial Lodge Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Clear room and kitchen, helpful staff, easy parking! Recommend!"

AAA Thames Court Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, well stocked. Spacious bathroom."

More cheap accommodation in Totara

Criterion Boutique Hotel

3 Tyne St Oamaru Otago Region

AU$110

12 Oct - 13 Oct

includes taxes & fees

7/10 Good! (52 reviews)

Alpine Motel

285 Thames Street Oamaru

AU$113

12 Oct - 13 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8.2/10 Very good! (287 reviews)

BURNSIDE HOMESTEAD

527 Burnside Road Elderslie Otago

AU$394

8 Nov - 9 Nov

includes taxes & fees

5 Bed Panoramic Sea & Town View

23 Bedford Street Oamaru Otago

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The Nest on Till

35 Till Street Oamaru Otago

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Penguin Retreat

2 Arun St Oamaru OTA

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Frequently asked questions

What's the best place for a stay in Totara?

Poshtel, located 4.9 mi (7.9 km) from the heart of Totara, is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Two other options for your stay in the area are Oamaru Motor Lodge and Brydone Hotel Oamaru. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Totara.

What are some of the best holiday rentals that Totara has to offer?

"Beachfront Bliss with Stunning Sea Views – Perfect for Families & Friends": This holiday home rental outside of Totara offers a fireplace, a patio and a BBQ to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. It has 3 bedrooms, as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge and a stovetop, so that you can cook with friends or family. See all vacation rentals in Totara.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Totara, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Totara.

What is staying in Totara like?

Visitors will definitely enjoy all that Totara has to offer. There are 85 hotels and other accommodation options in the surrounding area. Find out more about Totara.

What are the top places to visit in Totara?

Places to visit in the wider area include Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct, Oamaru Harbour and Steampunk HQ. You'll also find Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony and Moeraki Boulders in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Totara guide.

What's the seasonal weather like in Totara?

The hottest months are usually February and January, with an average temperature of 14°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 8°C. Average annual precipitation for Totara is 807 mm.

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Our top choices for Totara hotels

1. Oamaru Motor Lodge

2. Brydone Hotel Oamaru

3. Heritage Court Lodge

4. Poshtel

5. The Mews Oamaru

6. ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge

7. Bella Vista Motel Oamaru

8. Joy 40 Apartments Oamaru

9. Alpine Motel

10. AAA Thames Court Motel

11. 289 Midway Motel

12. Criterion Boutique Hotel

13. Colonial Lodge Motel

14. Ascot Oamaru Motel

15. Teschemakers Resort

16. Tirohanga Nui

17. Casa Nova House

18. Pen-y-bryn Lodge

19. Glenavys Waitaki River Motor Camp - Caravan Park

Hotels recommended for families in Totara

Oamaru Motor Lodge

Brydone Hotel Oamaru

Heritage Court Lodge

The Mews Oamaru

ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge

Bella Vista Motel Oamaru

Alpine Motel

AAA Thames Court Motel

Top Totara Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Totara

Oamaru Motor Lodge

Brydone Hotel Oamaru

Beautiful ocean view from this lovely holiday home

The Mews Oamaru

Heritage Court Lodge

Alpine Motel

The Bach Retreat Kakanui

Colonial Lodge Motel

AAA Thames Court Motel

More cheap accommodation in Totara

Criterion Boutique Hotel

Alpine Motel

BURNSIDE HOMESTEAD

5 Bed Panoramic Sea & Town View

The Nest on Till

Penguin Retreat

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