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South Sea Hotel

2.5 star property
Waterfront Oban inn with bar/lounge

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Beach nearby
Bar (on property)
Outdoor dining
Exterior
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
South Sea Hotel is a haven by the ocean, where guests can unwind in the garden or enjoy a drink at the bar. With laundry facilities and luggage storage, this hotel offers convenience and connection.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Non-smoking
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (10)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar/lounge
  • Garden
  • Front desk safe
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Picnic area
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Fridge
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Parking on-site
  • Hairdryer

Room options

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Standard Room, Shared Bathroom (Cottage Twin)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Hotel Seaview Double plus Single

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Standard Room, Shared Bathroom (Hotel Twin Room)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Traditional Hotel Double plus Single

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
2 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Studio, Kitchenette (Studio Units)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Standard Room, Shared Bathroom (Hotel Double Room)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, Shared Bathroom (Cottage Queen)

1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, Shared Bathroom (Cottage Queen)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, Shared Bathroom (Hotel Single room)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, Shared Bathroom (Seaview)

1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, Shared Bathroom (Seaview)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Map
26 Elgin Terrace, Halfmoon Bay, 9846

What's nearby

  • Bunkhouse Theatre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Presbyterian Church Hall - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Rakiura Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Observation Rock - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Rakiura National Park - 33 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

  • Stewart Island (SZS-Ryans Creek) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪South Sea Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Snuggery - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Kai Kart - ‬2 min walk
  • bird on a pear
  • Drunken Octopus

About this property

South Sea Hotel

Situated by the ocean, South Sea Hotel is a great choice for a stay in Oban. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and full breakfast is available daily. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 27 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternative location: [At the bar.]
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • Bar/lounge

What to do

  • Pool table
  • Beach nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Fridge

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 10 to 30 per person

Policies

This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

South Sea Hotel Oban
South Sea Oban
South Sea Hotel Inn
South Sea Hotel Halfmoon Bay
South Sea Hotel Inn Halfmoon Bay

Frequently asked questions

Does South Sea Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, South Sea Hotel 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 South Sea Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

What are the check-in and check-out times at South Sea Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

What is there to do at South Sea Hotel and nearby?

South Sea Hotel has a picnic area and a garden.

What's the area around South Sea Hotel like?

South Sea Hotel is located on the waterfront, a short 2-minute walk from Bunkhouse Theatre and 4 minutes' walk from Rakiura Museum.

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South Sea Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Service staff
Room
Food
Location
Bar
View
Restaurant
Towns
Pub
Ferry

What guests liked

  • The property's bar and restaurant served great food and had friendly staff, with many guests enjoying their dining experiences. (10 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Great location, friendly staff and good food at the hotel
Jindina, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

excellent location, dinning options
Halina, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Very homely, beautiful spot and friendly, helpful staff
Karen, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great location
Sharon, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Really enjoyed our stay- comfortable, quaint, great location, accessible to everything, lively pub and a good restaurant.
William, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

Great location, good restaurant.
John, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Very central to everything for us and great dining.
Ivy, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Awesome food & stafff
Mark, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Lovely staff, clean room with everything we needed, perfectly placed in the lovely town.

8/10 Good

Superb location for any visit to Oban
Carolyn, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Clean,reasonably priced, comfortable accommodation after tramping... highly recommend.
Mandy, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Close to everything and a great Pub
Dana, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Stewart Island stay

Good stay at good old Kiwi pub. Prices were fair and food and drink was good Would definitely stay there again
CARSWELL, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

Enjoyed everything accessible and convenient and friendly people
Patricia, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great place to stay on Stewart Island. Easy access from the ferry and walkable everywhere. Bar was excellent and laundry facilities a real help
Jarrod, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great stay at the South Seas over Christmas. Great meals at the restaurant and a great locality.

10/10 Excellent

The location was great, center of everything with a pub and restaurant in the building.
John, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

I could stay here comfortably. Very good hotel!
Takashi, 3-night trip

8/10 Good

It had a convenient location to all activities and the section we stayed in was relatively new
Michael, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Loved the place
maureen, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The Hotel had everything you needed for a relaxed holiday, the staff were very accomidating and a great view from a relaxing lounge.
Marion, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Good service & amazing views
WARREN, 2-night trip

6/10 Okay

Convenient location
Shazia, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Best place to go.

I had a great time and lovely meals in the bar also the staff where very friendly and helpful 😊
Tony, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Our room was lovely and the service by staff was friendly and efficient.
Maxwell, 2-night trip