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Hotels in Waimate

While there aren't a whole lotta hotels in Waimate, New Zealand, there are 6 digs within 30 kilometres of the centre.

Base yourself at Ascot Oamaru Motel and Colonial Lodge Motel and you'll be exploring your way across Waimate before you know it.

Just 30 kilometres away from Waimate is the Northstar Motel. It's a great option if you still haven't found a place to spend a night or two.

Attractions and Hotels Near Waimate

Just can't keep those feet still? If you're nodding in agreement, then take off and check out the wider Canterbury region. The area is known for its gorgeous beaches, coastal plains and rivers. After staring slack-jawed at nature's masterpieces, check out popular tourist sights like old towns. Alternatively, have a crack at popular local activities like snowboarding and skiing.

Looking for things to do? Spend a few hours visiting the Blue-Penguin Colony and Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony. You'll find them in Oamaru, 30 kilometres to the south of Waimate. The Pen-y-bryn Lodge and Oamaru Motor Lodge are a few of the great apartment and hotel options here. 35 kilometres to the south of Waimate you can also stay at Awamoa, home to the AAA Thames Court Motel and Bella Vista Motel Oamaru. Bushy Beach and Whitestone Cheese Factory are popular attractions to check out when visiting Awamoa.

You'll find some great visitor attractions in Timaru. The Botanical Gardens, the South Canterbury Museum and the Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden are up there with the best. This regional centre can be found 50 kilometres north of Waimate and has a population of 28,000. If you decide to hang out for a while, keep the good times rolling with a visit to the DB Brewery and the Aigantighe Art Gallery. The Avenue Motor Lodge and Glendeer B&B Lodge are a couple of accommodation options in Timaru.

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