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Criterion Boutique Hotel

Name: Criterion Boutique Hotel
Address: Criterion Boutique Hotel 3 Tyne Street, South Hill, Oamaru 9400, New Zealand
Telephone: +64 210 279 8714
Rating: 10

Criterion Boutique Hotel 3 Tyne Street, South Hill, Oamaru 9400, New Zealand

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10.0/101 reviews

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About Criterion Boutique Hotel

Welcome to Criterion Boutique Hotel, a charming retreat nestled in the heart of Oamaru's South Hill, where history and modern comfort meet! Prime Location Step outside and embrace the vibrant surroundings, with attractions like the Auto Museum, Steam Train, and Steampunk HQ all just a short stroll away. Immerse yourself in the charm of the Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct, just moments from your door. Comfortable Accommodations Relax in one of our seven thoughtfully designed guestrooms, each offering complimentary wireless internet access to keep you connected during your stay. Shared bathrooms ensure a cozy and social atmosphere among guests. Personalized Service With our attentive front desk staff available during limited hours, your comfort and needs are our top priority, creating a welcoming environment for all visitors. Don’t miss the chance to experience this delightful stay—book your room today!Read more

Where it sits

Criterion Boutique Hotel

Criterion Boutique Hotel 3 Tyne Street, South Hill, Oamaru 9400, New Zealand

-45.10284, 170.97022

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Amenities

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible
Accessible shuttle
No accessible shuttle

Essentials

Front desk (limited hours)

Why travelers notice Criterion Boutique Hotel

01
tony
Visitor-loved detail
Liked: Very small room for two people. Shared bathrooms ok. Very quirky and historical. A nice adventure
Nuitee
02
Bradley
Visitor-loved detail
Liked: The bed was hard enough to qualify as construction material, the curtains let in every bit of light, and the TV barely worked. For what they charge, you’d expect a bathroom in the room and a screen that does more…
Nuitee
03
Gregory
Visitor-loved detail
Liked: Although the rooms are small. The bed was comfortable and fresh. The kitchen and bathroom could be cleaner but were still satifactory
Nuitee
04
Rebecca
Visitor-loved detail
Liked: The guy who runs this is really nice and the beds have nice linen and the room is clean enough. While the rooms were in good condition, they were small and we booked the room because the listing said a bathroom w…
Nuitee
05
Levi
Visitor-loved detail
Liked: if you love a victorian vibe place this a hotel to stay. Me and my partner really love the place and their foods are superb.
Nuitee

What travelers say

What people like

Liked: Very small room for two people. Shared bathrooms ok. Very quirky and historical. A nice adventure
Liked: The bed was hard enough to qualify as construction material, the curtains let in every bit of light, and the TV barely worked. For what they charge, you’d expect a bathroom in the room and a screen that does more…
Liked: Although the rooms are small. The bed was comfortable and fresh. The kitchen and bathroom could be cleaner but were still satifactory
Liked: The guy who runs this is really nice and the beds have nice linen and the room is clean enough. While the rooms were in good condition, they were small and we booked the room because the listing said a bathroom w…

Watch-outs

Liked: Room was an absolute disappointment. Staff and I assume the owner don’t take responsibility for their broken and non-functioning stuff. Have a very short temper and are not very friendly towards their guests. Wou…

tony
Booking partner
4.0/10
Liked: Very small room for two people. Shared bathrooms ok. Very quirky and historical. A nice adventure

Shiu
Booking partner
3.0/10
Liked: Floor in my room 16 is about to collapse sorry but this is the fact was a cheap stay work out for us

Lukas
Booking partner
2.0/10
Liked: Room was an absolute disappointment. Staff and I assume the owner don’t take responsibility for their broken and non-functioning stuff. Have a very short temper and are not very friendly towards their guests. Would certainly not recommend at all and beware anyone else of that. Also do have a feeling that owner takes down negative reviews

Bradley
Booking partner
4.0/10
Liked: The bed was hard enough to qualify as construction material, the curtains let in every bit of light, and the TV barely worked. For what they charge, you’d expect a bathroom in the room and a screen that does more than static. It’s in the Oamaru Victorian precinct, and it shows, the place feels like it hasn’t been touched since the 1880s. If you’re into old pubs, weird stories, and things that may or may not go bump in the night, you’ll probably have a laugh. If you came for comfort, sleep, or anything modern, the ghosts will enjoy your suffering more than you will.

Gregory
Booking partner
4.0/10
Liked: Although the rooms are small. The bed was comfortable and fresh. The kitchen and bathroom could be cleaner but were still satifactory

Trudy
Booking partner
3.0/10
Liked: Staff weren't available when we arrived at appointed check-in time. When they did arrive, we were told which room we were in and that the key was in the door. No details were given about the facilities, wifi, how to get in if we were out after hours, etc. This was also the noisiest hotel that I have ever stayed in, and I've traveled all over the world. Very little soundproofing inside (we heard another guest's alarm going off for more than 5 straight minutes at 5:30 am) or outside (road noise, nearby church bell tower at every 15 minute interval). Cute historic building and very walkable location, but probably wouldn't stay here again.

Contact

Phone

+64 210 279 8714

Room types

Studio Suite

Sleeps 2

1 Double Bed Internet - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps Food & Drink - Toaster Sleep - Bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, towels, shampoo, and soap Comfort - Daily housekeeping Need to Know - No cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds available Non-Smoking

Standard Twin Room

Sleeps 2

2 Twin Beds Internet - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps Sleep - Bed sheets Bathroom - Towels Comfort - Daily housekeeping and heating Non-Smoking

Standard Double Room

Sleeps 2

1 Queen Bed Internet - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps Sleep - Bed sheets Bathroom - Towels Comfort - Daily housekeeping and heating Non-Smoking

Family Room

Sleeps 3

1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed Internet - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps Sleep - Bed sheets Comfort - Daily housekeeping Need to Know - No cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds available Non-Smoking

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Contributed: Phone · Rating 5

Booking partner

Contributed: Description · 4 amenities · 2★ · Rating 0 · 4 room types

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About Criterion Boutique Hotel

Why travelers notice Criterion Boutique Hotel

tony

Visitor-loved detail

Liked: Very small room for two people. Shared bathrooms ok. Very quirky and historical. A nice adventure

Nuitee

Bradley

Visitor-loved detail

Liked: The bed was hard enough to qualify as construction material, the curtains let in every bit of light, and the TV barely worked. For what they charge, you’d expect a bathroom in the room and a screen that does more…

Nuitee

Gregory

Visitor-loved detail

Liked: Although the rooms are small. The bed was comfortable and fresh. The kitchen and bathroom could be cleaner but were still satifactory

Nuitee

Rebecca

Visitor-loved detail

Liked: The guy who runs this is really nice and the beds have nice linen and the room is clean enough. While the rooms were in good condition, they were small and we booked the room because the listing said a bathroom w…

Nuitee

Levi

Visitor-loved detail

Liked: if you love a victorian vibe place this a hotel to stay. Me and my partner really love the place and their foods are superb.

Nuitee

What travelers say

What people like

Liked: Very small room for two people. Shared bathrooms ok. Very quirky and historical. A nice adventure
Liked: The bed was hard enough to qualify as construction material, the curtains let in every bit of light, and the TV barely worked. For what they charge, you’d expect a bathroom in the room and a screen that does more…
Liked: Although the rooms are small. The bed was comfortable and fresh. The kitchen and bathroom could be cleaner but were still satifactory
Liked: The guy who runs this is really nice and the beds have nice linen and the room is clean enough. While the rooms were in good condition, they were small and we booked the room because the listing said a bathroom w…

Watch-outs

Liked: Room was an absolute disappointment. Staff and I assume the owner don’t take responsibility for their broken and non-functioning stuff. Have a very short temper and are not very friendly towards their guests. Wou…

tony
Booking partner
4.0/10
Liked: Very small room for two people. Shared bathrooms ok. Very quirky and historical. A nice adventure

Shiu
Booking partner
3.0/10
Liked: Floor in my room 16 is about to collapse sorry but this is the fact was a cheap stay work out for us

Lukas
Booking partner
2.0/10
Liked: Room was an absolute disappointment. Staff and I assume the owner don’t take responsibility for their broken and non-functioning stuff. Have a very short temper and are not very friendly towards their guests. Would certainly not recommend at all and beware anyone else of that. Also do have a feeling that owner takes down negative reviews

Bradley
Booking partner
4.0/10
Liked: The bed was hard enough to qualify as construction material, the curtains let in every bit of light, and the TV barely worked. For what they charge, you’d expect a bathroom in the room and a screen that does more than static. It’s in the Oamaru Victorian precinct, and it shows, the place feels like it hasn’t been touched since the 1880s. If you’re into old pubs, weird stories, and things that may or may not go bump in the night, you’ll probably have a laugh. If you came for comfort, sleep, or anything modern, the ghosts will enjoy your suffering more than you will.

Gregory
Booking partner
4.0/10
Liked: Although the rooms are small. The bed was comfortable and fresh. The kitchen and bathroom could be cleaner but were still satifactory

Trudy
Booking partner
3.0/10
Liked: Staff weren't available when we arrived at appointed check-in time. When they did arrive, we were told which room we were in and that the key was in the door. No details were given about the facilities, wifi, how to get in if we were out after hours, etc. This was also the noisiest hotel that I have ever stayed in, and I've traveled all over the world. Very little soundproofing inside (we heard another guest's alarm going off for more than 5 straight minutes at 5:30 am) or outside (road noise, nearby church bell tower at every 15 minute interval). Cute historic building and very walkable location, but probably wouldn't stay here again.

Room types

Studio Suite

Sleeps 2

Standard Twin Room

Sleeps 2

2 Twin Beds Internet - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps Sleep - Bed sheets Bathroom - Towels Comfort - Daily housekeeping and heating Non-Smoking

Standard Double Room

Sleeps 2

1 Queen Bed Internet - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps Sleep - Bed sheets Bathroom - Towels Comfort - Daily housekeeping and heating Non-Smoking

Family Room

Sleeps 3

1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed Internet - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps Sleep - Bed sheets Comfort - Daily housekeeping Need to Know - No cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds available Non-Smoking

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