A small country hotel in the heart of Glenavy, 15 minutes south of Waimate.  Sitting on the edge of the beautiful Waitaki river.    We have accommodation and food available.

Address: Redcliff Road, Glenavy
Phone:  03 689 3879

Situated beside State highway 1, halfway between Christchurch and Dunedin is the Historic Studholme Hotel. Built in 1916, the hotel has been completely restored back to its Victorian youth and provides guests a unique bed and breakfast destination.

Address: Murray Street, Studholme
Phone:  03 689 9815

Dine in and takeaway, bottle store, pet-friendly accommodation, freedom camping. Scenic 10-minute drive south-west of Waimate

The Makikihi Country Hotel offers guests quality, affordable country accommodation, and pride themselves on having just the right room to fit your needs.

Set on five acres just out of town, this heritage homestead offers a relaxed country stay with a mix of ensuite and shared-room options.

Address: 2488 Waimate Highway, Studholme
Phone: 027 510 8959

A 19th century homestead on a 3000 acre dairy farm bordering the Waitaki River, Station Peak Homestead offers guests an authentic country escape and experience. Farm tours, fishing, Waitaki Lakes. Alps2Ocean Cycle Trail official partner.

Address: 5272 Hakataramea Highway
Phone:  03 436 0797

Modern, private apartment in town with views to the Hunters Hills and the White Horse.

Spacious, well set up and easy access with ramps and wide doors - a comfortable spot to unwind.

A tranquil retreat in a beautiful setting where you can sit back and relax and listen to the birds, or treat yourself to a reflexology session.

Easy walking distance to town’s shops, cafés and restaurants. Quiet location with garden surroundings.

Set in the heart of Waimate, the Waimate Lodges has accommodation for everybody.

Coming soon…the e-Haus Lodge will offer guests self-contained accommodation adjacent to the Point Bush Ecosanctuary with a variety of recreational walking and MTB tracks.

Snuggle in style under the stars in your very own unique tree house perched high amongst the branches overlooking the dramatic contours of the majestic Hakataramea Valley. Soak in the luxury of your romantic getaway.

Set into the Hunters Hills, Mt Nimrod Pods is a private glamping spot for two with big views, native bush and a proper sense of getting away. Think wood-fired hot tub, open fire, stars overhead and birdsong in the morning - camping, but without roughing it.

Tucked beneath limestone cliffs on a working farm, Parimanui Hut is a private off-grid stay with big views from the Southern Alps to the Pacific on a clear day. Getting there is part of it - a 4WD transfer or short walk in - and once you’re there, it’s all outdoor showers, a wood-fired hot tub and time to slow right down.

The Matchbox is elevated glamping, set 200m up in the hills above Waimate with wide views from the Southern Alps to the Pacific. Compact, well designed and private, it sleeps four and comes with a hot tub, open deck and plenty of space to switch off.

The Jetty is lakeside glamping with front row views and room to breathe. Set beside a private lake near Waimate, it’s made for slow mornings, open water and long evenings by the fire.

Waimate District Council manage and run some of the best camping in the district, including in parks and reserves and at the Waimate Lakes.

The camping ground is managed by the Morven Domain Board. There are 12 power sites and 50+ non power sites. Toilets and kitchen. No showers. Domain and tennis courts available to use.

Fees and charges: Powered and non-powered sites, per person, per night $10.00

Address: 23 Morven Beach Road
Phone:  Julie Proffitt 03 689 4938 or 027 694 9565

This unique park offers nature at its best, nestled in the Hunter Hills next to native bush. Ocean and forest views.  Cabins, tourist flats, caravan and tent sites.

Address: Upper Mill Road, Waimate
Phone: 03 689 8057

Easy, affordable stay with powered and non-powered sites, cosy cabins and tidy shared facilities set in park-like grounds.

Walk to the river, grab a bite nearby or settle in and relax. NZMCA and Gold Card discounts available.

Address: 7-9Cherry Avenue, Glenavy
Phone: 03 689 2856