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Your Waiareka Junction Holiday

Reserving a Waiareka Junction holiday package is an excellent way to become acquainted with this unique neighbourhood. From its well-known places to its lesser-known treasures, a world of discovery is waiting. Wondering where to go during your trip to Waiareka Junction? Nearby attractions like Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony, Oamaru Harbour and Oamaru Gardens are good places to start. Expedia will help you turn your ideal Waiareka Junction holiday into reality, whatever your travel plans or budget.

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This is the front of the Steampunk HQ building. It's a gallery that is totally dedicated to Steampunk. Steampunk is a funky art form that mixes the future with the past. Think victorian era, Jules Verne and time travel. Well worth a visit

Historic Precinct

2 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

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

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Our pick of the best Waiareka Junction Hotel Deals

Brydone Hotel Oamaru

Brydone Hotel Oamaru

3.5 out of 5
115 Thames Street Oamaru
The price is AU$137 per night from 30 Jan to 31 Jan
AU$137
30 Jan - 31 Jan
includes taxes & fees
8.4/10 Very Good! (583 reviews)
Excellent location. Bed was very comfortable. The room was clean. The toilettries were of nice quality and contributing to a charitable cause. I appreciate that. Due to our schedule, we did not try the restaurant. Overall, we were very happy and had no issues.

Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026

Brydone Hotel Oamaru
Oamaru Motor Lodge

Oamaru Motor Lodge

4 out of 5
391 Thames Highway Oamaru
The price is AU$174 per night from 2 Feb to 3 Feb
AU$174
2 Feb - 3 Feb
includes taxes & fees
9.4/10 Exceptional! (707 reviews)
The room was spotless and very comfortable. Check in was quick and easy. Despite being on SH1 there was no noise in the evening and we slept well.

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Oamaru Motor Lodge
Criterion Boutique Hotel

Criterion Boutique Hotel

2 out of 5
3 Tyne St Oamaru Otago Region
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$91 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
AU$91
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
6.6/10 (15 reviews)
Very small room for two people. Shared bathrooms ok. Very quirky and historical. A nice adventure

Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025

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Where should I stay in Waiareka Junction?
With loads to explore in Waiareka Junction, it's a good idea to lock in a hotel close to its attractions. Steampunk HQ, Oamaru Harbour and Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony are some popular ones to add to your itinerary.
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Discover the most popular places to visit in Waiareka Junction

Oamaru showing outdoor art

Steampunk HQ

4/5(40 reviews)

Try out interactive displays, marvel at intricate creations, get lost in a light show or just have some bizarre fun at this art gallery with a difference.

Steampunk HQ
In Oamaru there's a little blue penguin colony where you can pay to see a show and learn about the penguins and watch them come in for the night. Penguins in New Zealand are only around at dusk when they swim in from a day at sea for the night.

Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony

4.5/5(31 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.

Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony

Whitestone Cheese Factory

4.5/5(29 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Whitestone Cheese Factory during your stay in Oamaru. Amble around the area's marina or experience its museums.

Whitestone Cheese Factory
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