Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
Oamaru Harbour - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
Restaurants
Galleon Complex - 4 min drive
McDonald's - 5 min walk
Harbour St Bakery - 2 min drive
Kfc - 5 min walk
Indian Kitchen Restaurant - 17 min walk
About this property
AAA Thames Court Motel
AAA Thames Court Motel is a great choice for a stay in Oamaru. You'll have free perks such as WiFi and self-parking. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
10 rooms
Arranged over 1 level
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Free off-site parking nearby
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–8:00 AM
Room service (limited hours)
Travelling with children
Playground
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in reception
Luggage storage
Facilities
3 buildings/towers
Garden
Room amenities
Be entertained
DVD player
Television
Home comfort
Heating
Electric kettle
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Egyptian cotton sheets
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Kitchen
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 15.00 for adults and NZD 15.00 for children
Policies
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
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Frequently asked questions
Does AAA Thames Court Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, AAA Thames Court Motel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at AAA Thames Court Motel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at AAA Thames Court Motel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at AAA Thames Court Motel?
Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
What is there to do at AAA Thames Court Motel and nearby?
AAA Thames Court Motel has a garden.
Does AAA Thames Court Motel have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?
Yes, a kitchen is available in every room.
What's the area around AAA Thames Court Motel like?
AAA Thames Court Motel is in the heart of Oamaru, a short 5-minute walk from Whitestone Cheese Factory and 13 minutes' walk from North Otago Museum.
AAA Thames Court Motel Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
9.2/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
26 July 2024
Kate
Kate, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 July 2024
Easy to do check in.
Jui Khoon
Jui Khoon, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
19 July 2024
Stewart
Stewart, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
12 July 2024
Very comfortable
Joanne
Joanne, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
6 July 2024
Basic clean great price - easy access
David
David, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
20 June 2024
The unit was spacious and clean. The kitchen was spotless. However, we did find the unit was not equipped to handle wintry conditions. Main heater was blowing hot air but wasn't effective in warming up the room as the air was directed to the floor in front of it and it would shut off itself after some time. There was a small portable heater in the wardrobe/storage space which we tried to use in the room but it wasn't enough. We did not use the spare pillows in the wardrobe because they did not look like they were changed before our stay (looked dusty). Luckily, heated blankets were provided but we found that some were unplugged from the power sockets and we had to move the beds around ourselves a bit to get the power supply connected. The location was along a major road so there could be a bit of noise in the early night but nothing disrupting our sleep. I do think the laundry usage hours (1PM-7PM) was a bit too restrictive for short-term guests.
Verified traveller
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
14 June 2024
Good tidy and clean
Anthony
Anthony, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
9 June 2024
The room was nice & clean, enough space for 4 people. But I was not comfortable with speaking voice & footsteps from upstairs.
Taeko
Taeko, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
9 June 2024
All good and nice
Anthony
Anthony, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
27 May 2024
Handy location and reasonably quiet.
Limited heating in the lounge on a cold day.
No hair shampoo or conditioner.
Brenda
Brenda, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 May 2024
It was a great comfortable unit
Sarah
Sarah, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
27 Mar 2024
It was convenient
Glynnis
Glynnis, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
19 Feb 2024
good motel
Very good motel walkable into Oamaru however if visiting the penguins then it is a car ride away.
John
John, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
18 Feb 2024
Very happy with my stay. One of the cleanest motel rooms I’ve stayed in. Great facilities, room was a great size, had everything you’d need. Owner was very helpful. Would definitely stay again. Can’t speak more highly of this property.
Peter
Peter, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
7 Feb 2024
What a real gem of a surprise
Large rooms, great service, good parking, very clean, great kitchen and bathroom
Chinese restaurant across the road cheap large beautifully cooked take away or eat in. We took away.
Close to all the town and quiet
Bruce
Bruce, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
6/10 Good
31 Jan 2024
There were dozens of flies in the bath room...
Luke
Luke, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
12 Jan 2024
Great place to stay a night or two. Main highway busy but not to bad late at night
Maureen
Maureen, 1-night family trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
5 Jan 2024
Richard
Richard, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
20 Dec 2023
Sun
Sun, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
5 Dec 2023
it was lovely and quiet. the reception guy was very nice and really helpful
Kathy
Kathy, 2-night family trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
5 Dec 2023
stayed here with the family for one night on our tour of New Zealand. Came to see the penguins. Owners were right on site to answer any questions and very informative. At the quiet end of town so no traffic but convenient to both dining groceries and shopping. Could walk to center of town in 25 minutes.
sherry
sherry, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
21 Nov 2023
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
14 Nov 2023
Great price but could use some updating.
Rena
Rena, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
5 Nov 2023
May Khine
May Khine, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
31 Oct 2023
Great motel.
Good motel for a rest stop on our way to Dunedin. Nice clean spacious room. Comfy king size bed with good linen. Good sized bathroom with shelves in the shower! Very useful but rare! Although on the Highway room was quiet and good curtains cut out the light.