What's it like in Ardgowan?

Travellers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Oamaru's Ardgowan neighbourhood.

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

Yes, most hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals in Ardgowan.

What are the top things to see and do in Ardgowan?

A few places to visit in the area around Ardgowan include Janet Frame House, Whitestone Cheese Factory and Oamaru Gardens. While you're out sightseeing, North Otago Museum and National Bank are a couple of additional sights to visit in Oamaru.

Top 10 Ardgowan Hotels of 2025

Top 10 Hotels in Ardgowan

Relax in a serene hot tub surrounded by lush vegetation and a tranquil body of water.

"Lovely, cozy place. Super nice owners"

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20 Aug - 21 Aug

Welcome to the entrance of our hotel, featuring a grand double door and a cozy waiting area with a bench.

"Friendly staff.... relaxing....will be back "

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31 Jul - 1 Aug

Altar at the center, surrounded by rows of pews and adorned with flowers.

"Very friendly host, and they make great chocolates right there on site. Would go again"

Experience the hotel's elegant entrance and enjoy a moment of relaxation in the covered outdoor seating area.

"Nice place to stay "

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3 Aug - 4 Aug

Stunning hotel entrance with central staircase and flanked wings featuring outdoor seating areas.

"So new and clean, spa bath was awesome, friendly staff"

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2 Aug - 3 Aug

Classical architecture with ornate detailing and arched windows.

"Great place to stay"

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4 Aug - 5 Aug

Relax in a patio with wicker chairs and a glass table, surrounded by potted plants and a warm terracotta floor.

"Unique graceful spreading layout adds wonder to this attractive Victorian B & B. The gardens in spring are a riot of color, the food delicious and the bed comfortable. The hosts, James and James are delightful. "

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31 Jul - 1 Aug

Compact kitchen with microwave, oven, and refrigerator, featuring a window above the sink.

"Great stay, basic but everything we needed."

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3 Aug - 4 Aug

Welcome to Motel, where guests can enjoy views of the surrounding area from the large windows.

"Excellent accommodation and very helpful owners."

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31 Jul - 1 Aug

Stroll through the beautifully maintained garden, surrounded by a variety of flowering plants and shrubs.

"Very good stay"

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31 Jul - 1 Aug

Stylish hotel with a central corridor and two-story buildings, featuring large windows and a warm atmosphere.

"Nice place to stay "

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31 Jul - 1 Aug

Enjoy a peaceful view of the surrounding neighborhood from the large window in this stylish room, featuring a TV, table, and comfortable seating area.

"Location is good and close to town."

Enjoy meals in this dining area with a table for four, overlooking a serene landscape with trees and a clear sky.

"Great place with super helpfull personal."

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31 Jul - 1 Aug

Kitchen with a view, featuring a stove, sink, and microwave.

"This is an excellent motel. Quiet and warm It has older decor, but it is clean and functional. The owner is a lovely lady very welcoming and helpful Would definitely recommend this motel. "

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2 Aug - 3 Aug

Two single beds with headboards and pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with sheer curtains.

"Nice place to stay"

Stunning two-story building with a garden and a large window on the second floor.

"This place is so cute! Loved seeing the alpaca out the back too. Staff (Linda) was so lovely "

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31 Jul - 1 Aug

Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, flat-screen TV, and sliding glass door leading to a balcony with an outdoor view.

"Sorry to say our room did not meet the motel's name 'bella vista' because our view was hardly attractive (room 7)"

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5 Aug - 6 Aug

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Where to stay in Ardgowan

Find the best Ardgowan areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Oamaru North

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

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South Hill

3 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

If you're spending some time in South Hill, Oamaru Harbour and Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct are top sights worth seeing.

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Weston

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

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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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Waiareka Junction

While there might not be top attractions in Waiareka Junction, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Oamaru Gardens and Steampunk HQ.

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Top Ardgowan Hotel Reviews

Poshtel

10/10 Excellent

"Another fabulous stay at this fantastic hotel. Love the themed rooms and interesting decor throughout the place. Fabulous breakfast. It would be good if there was recycling in the kitchen area - no where to put cleaned yogurt pottels etc. In the rooms recycling is promoted but not in the kitchen area where there is glass and plastic that can be recycled going straight in the bin destined for landfill."

Brydone Hotel Oamaru

10/10 Excellent

"It was a lovely room. Just the right size for our one night stay. We were annoyed that the electric blanket was incredibly hard to find and plug in to use. I broke my permanent bracelet trying to lift the whole mattress to get to the plug on both beds. The heater has 3 different places to make sure it is on (overkill), had to call the desk to get it working. Positives: it is a lovely old hotel with a quirky room system. A few stairs to conquer but also a small elevator. It is very central to everything. A lovely walk up amd down the road to find quaint shops and wonderful old buildings. The people were nice and the cleaning lady was especially perky in the morning. Everyone seemed.to be happy to work there. "

ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Very accommodating manager. Couldn't do more to make us comfortable!! One criticism is the shower was tricky!! Hot water didn't come on easily. We eventually got it going after seeing the notice on the wall. The shower floor was very slippery, as the curtains didn't keep the outside dry, so quite dangerous when wet. I had to dry the floor leading to the toilet to prevent my husband, and myself, from slipping. Needs an air vent/ expel fan. The kitchen could benefit also from an expel fan. "

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