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Pen-y-bryn Lodge

5.0 star property
Victorian Oamaru lodge in Holmes Hill with free breakfast

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Exterior
Exterior
The Park Room
Modern European cuisine
View from room

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$514
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb

Explore the area

Map
41 Towey Street, Oamaru, 9401
  • NZ Malt Whisky Company
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • St Lukes Anglican Church
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Oamaru Gardens
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Oamaru (OAM)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

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The Garden Room

The Garden Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2015
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed OR 2 Single Beds and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed

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The Nest Room

The Nest Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2015
Blackout curtains
  • 45 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed OR 2 Large Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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The Elizabeth Room

The Elizabeth Room

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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The Park Room

The Park Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed OR 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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The Victoria Room

The Victoria Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
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The price is AU$203
for 1 cabin
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
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About the area

Oamaru

A luxury stay in the heart of Oamaru awaits you at Pen-y-bryn Lodge. Within a 20-minute stroll, you'll find Oamaru Gardens and Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct. Highlights at this Victorian lodge include free cooked-to-order breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .The restaurant, Gourmet Dinner, serves Modern European cuisine and is open for dinner. At the lodge's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour gym and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this 5-property class Holmes Hill lodge include Oamaru Harbour and Steampunk HQ.
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What's nearby

  • Oamaru Gardens - 18 min walk
  • Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct - 19 min walk
  • Oamaru Harbour - 19 min walk
  • Steampunk HQ - 20 min walk
  • Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) - 106 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Galleon Complex - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Harbour St Bakery - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Coast Restaurant & Cafe - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Kfc - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Pen-y-bryn Lodge

Victorian Oamaru lodge in Holmes Hill with free breakfast
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A 24-hour fitness centre, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the luxury Pen-y-bryn Lodge. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Victorian Oamaru lodge.

  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1889
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Pen-y-bryn Lodge offers 5 accommodations with iPod docking stations and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. This Oamaru lodge provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, designer toiletries and complimentary toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, French, German, Russian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Gourmet Dinner

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Library

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • IPod dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests should be aware that 2 dogs reside at this property

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children 12 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 12 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Children 12 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

Pen-y-bryn
Pen-y-bryn Lodge
Pen-y-bryn Lodge Oamaru
Pen-y-bryn Oamaru
Pen y bryn Lodge
Pen-y-bryn Lodge Lodge
Pen-y-bryn Lodge Oamaru
Pen-y-bryn Lodge Lodge Oamaru

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Pen-y-bryn Lodge?

Yep, Pen-y-bryn Lodge has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Pen-y-bryn Lodge?

As of 16 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pen-y-bryn Lodge on 23 Feb 2025 start from AU$513.93, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Pen-y-bryn Lodge?

The closest beach to Pen-y-bryn Lodge is Bushy Beach (2.7 km).

What makes Pen-y-bryn Lodge a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Pen-y-bryn Lodge.

Does Pen-y-bryn Lodge serve breakfast?

Sure does, complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Pen-y-bryn Lodge?

No, Pen-y-bryn Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Pen-y-bryn Lodge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Modern European cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Pen-y-bryn Lodge?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at Pen-y-bryn Lodge?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Pen-y-bryn Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Suwei

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very special
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
James and James are the perfect hosts. We have a fantastic experience. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brindan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful house with wonderful art and interesting and friendly hosts. Loved the book about the art and objects. Enjoyed game of snooker. Would have loved to stay longer
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place. Highly recommended.
Really beautiful historic home converted in to a lodge. Food was creative, beautifully served and delicious, much of it from the home's garden and local producers. Lovely appointed rooms with everything you could need. Friendly, low key hosts. Close to town centre and historic area.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

J

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely a great place to stay. Very kind host, Gorgeous garden, beautiful house, nice infrastructure, delicious breakfast. I’ll absolutely come back. Thank you so much for looking after us!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice accommodation and friendly hosts
Great location and very nice accommodation. Homemade food items including jam, honey, etc. Owners are very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

6/10 Okay

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is a B&B, so mind Q's ands P's
This is an awesome property, but for a solo traveler, who paid for a double room - my friend was on a budget - I think this Estate is more about form than substance. When I arrived, one of the owners (I think) met me at the door with an umbrella - nice touch - but then said, "I thought you would be two!?" Well, of course the default on hotels.com is 2, so already I felt tension in the air. He was very nice to me until I booked another night. My friend on a budget visited and the proprietors treated him like a curiosity as he stood on the patio with the rain pouring down in buckets. They invited him in, we went into the drawing room, and since I had paid for it, I invited my friend to breakfast the next morning, but he later canceled, feeling uncomfortable. I felt fine until the next day when I was asked to a tip for a one-inch square of "harvested" honey. The food is very good. The accommodations are terrific, but the sense of welcomeness is lacking, and while you worry whether you will disturb their - or his - routine, if you ask questions, you feel as if you are disturbing their - or his - routine. That's as honest as I can say, especially for the price.

10/10 Excellent

Chris, Madison, CT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely perfect in every way!
Not only is the lodge gorgeous and in a great location, but what really makes Pen y Bryn special is the personal attention from the owners. James greeted us by the car with an umbrella, offered us gourmet cookies he had baked that morning, later met us and the other guests in the drawing room for complementary wine and gourmet appetizers he had made! He is truly a warm, fascinating person and shared many amazing stories of his travels. The lodge is reminiscent of a Scottish estate and we were welcome to wander about enjoying the diverse artwork, play snooker in the billiards room, admire the gardens. Each room has a name and makes you feel like a guest in a European castle...exquisite furnishings, decor, and view. The lodge is a mere 5 minutes from the blue penguin colony, which was our primary reason for visiting. Our only regret is that we did not stay longer! We are traveling around the entire South Island and by far this was our favorite place! Would love to return and will definitely tell everyone who plans to come to New Zealand to stay at Pen y Bryn! Thanks James and James!!! You guys are awesome!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good standard of facilities and service,excellent meals, a thoroughly enjoyable ambience and experience

10/10 Excellent

gary, bethesda md

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Historic restored lodge
Stayed here one night. The American ex-pat owners have restored this lodge to a very high level. The guest rooms (we saw two) are beautiful as are the common areas. The owners are very proud of the lodge and enthusiastic about explaining its history. Although we did not eat dinner at the lodge (our mistake for not booking it before we arrived) James served us canapés and wine (both of very high quality) and we had an informative conversation about Oamaru and things to do. James made reservations for us and got us tickets to view the penguins returning at dusk. (A must see activity - get premium seating.). In hindsight we should have stayed at the lodge two nights having dinner there at least once. There is a lot to see in and around Oamaru. The lodge is pricey but worth it. It's not a place for kids though; the furnishings are too exquisite and without tv they may be too rambunctious.

10/10 Excellent

lloyd, New Zealand - Otago

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Ronny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Sensationell!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2017