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A modern hotel room with a black leather sofa, a small coffee table, a dining table with chairs, and a large window with a view of the outdoors.

A building with a covered walkway, large windows, and a parking lot.

A compact kitchenette with a microwave, kettle, and sink.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bench, a bedside table, and a painting on the wall.

1. Rolleston Highway Motel

32.8 km from Waimakariri River

Lynley

฿2,193

฿2,522 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A modern motel with a central entrance, two wings, and a clear sky.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinetry, a built-in dishwasher, and a countertop with a coffee maker and cups.

A modern hotel room with two beds, a large window, a flat-screen TV, and a built-in air conditioning unit.

A modern building with a glass door entrance, outdoor air conditioning units, and a brick wall.

2. Brookside Motel

32.8 km from Waimakariri River

Mark

฿2,865

฿3,294 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A hot tub in a garden with a wooden deck, surrounded by greenery and a wooden fence.

A two-story house with a covered patio, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and various plants.

A gravel driveway leading to a stone wall with a sign that reads "NEWLANDS."

A modern living room with a wooden dining table, black chairs, a sofa, and a fireplace.

3. Newlands B&B

23.4 km from Waimakariri River

"The room was clean and quite appealing. Because we were the only guests, we had the shared bathroom and toilet for ourselves. There was also a little private deck associated with the room which was great. The owners seemed to be nice but there was not much interaction happening as they kept to themselves. The location is great and folks who like the country side will enjoy it, as it has a quite nice garden and rural surroundings. The reason why we give it only three stars is that there was no...

Alexandra

฿2,210

฿2,541 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A spacious lobby with patterned floor tiles, a chandelier, and two leather armchairs.

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a vase of flowers, a chair, and a lamp.

A banquet hall with round tables, white tablecloths, and chairs.

A hotel lobby with patterned flooring, a reception desk, seating area, and a chandelier.

4. Wigram Hotel

37.5 km from Waimakariri River

Fiona

฿3,061

฿3,520 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern kitchen with a built-in oven, a sink, and a countertop. There is a bed with a view of the outdoors.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

A balcony with a view of neighboring buildings, a small table with chairs, and a potted plant.

A hotel with a visible sign indicating it is a hotel.

5. Darfield Motel

18.4 km from Waimakariri River

Carol

฿2,734

฿3,144 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A modern outdoor seating area with metal chairs and tables, a well-maintained lawn, and a building with large windows in the background.

A modern kitchen with a built-in microwave, stainless steel sink, and a kettle on the countertop.

A modern building with a parking lot, multiple balconies, and a clear sky.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.

6. Airport Delta Motel

35.6 km from Waimakariri River

Lynley

฿3,205

฿3,686 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A hot tub surrounded by a wooden deck, with a seating area and a small fire pit.

A modern living room with a sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a kitchen area with a stove and bar stools.

A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and a red chair.

A wooden cabin with a snow-covered roof and a brick wall, surrounded by snow-laden trees.

7. Springfield Motel

20.8 km from Waimakariri River

Luke

฿1,930

฿2,219 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A compact hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a dresser, and a small kitchenette.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a lamp.

A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in appliances, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.

A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a living room with a sofa and a coffee table.

8. Airport Christchurch Motel

35.5 km from Waimakariri River

Kay

฿3,205

฿3,686 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, a wardrobe, and an air conditioning unit.

A patio with a table and chairs, a sliding glass door, and a wooden pergola.

A compact living space with a kitchen, dining area, and seating.

A modern kitchen with a stainless steel sink, a faucet, and a backsplash with a mosaic tile pattern.

9. Airport Gateway Christchurch

35.5 km from Waimakariri River

Salmin

฿3,271

฿3,761 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A modern motel with a sign indicating it is the Airport Palms Motel.

A street view of a motel with two-story buildings, a clear directional arrow on the road, and a sign indicating the entrance to the Airport Palms Motel.

A neatly made bed with a dark quilt, two bedside lamps, a remote control, and a wall-mounted artwork.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in oven, and a coffee maker. There is a dining area with a black table and chairs, and a vase with flowers on the table.

10. Airport Palms Motel

35.5 km from Waimakariri River

Michelle

฿3,428

฿3,942 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A hotel room with a large scenic wall mural, a TV mounted on the wall, a bar area with stools, and a seating area with a chair and a small table.

A motel reception building with a brick facade, large windows, and a sign above the entrance.

A modern kitchen with a dining area, a large window, and a mural of a mountain landscape.

A motel reception with a sign above the entrance, a brick facade, and a view of a forest through the glass doors.

11. Northwood Motor Lodge

36.8 km from Waimakariri River

Miranda

฿2,593

฿2,982 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, two blue armchairs, a round table with a vase, and a ceiling with hanging plants.

A modern hotel with a prominent 'NOVOTEL' sign, featuring a sleek, contemporary design with large windows and a structured facade.

A modern restaurant with high ceilings, large windows, and a variety of seating arrangements including tables and chairs.

A modern lounge area with sofas, tables, and a view of a cityscape.

12. Novotel Christchurch Airport

33.7 km from Waimakariri River

jignesh

฿5,435

฿6,250 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a round mirror, a window with blue curtains, and a small window above the mirror.

A compact kitchenette with a microwave, sink, and small refrigerator. There is a dining table with chairs and a TV mounted on the wall.

A residential house with a driveway leading to a garage, surrounded by greenery and a tree.

A residential building with a small garden, outdoor seating, and a clear sky.

13. Airport Birches Motel

35.3 km from Waimakariri River

Adi

฿2,603

฿2,993 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A couple dining at an outdoor restaurant with a view of a modern building and lush greenery in the background.

A woman and a child in a hot tub with a glass roof and outdoor seating area in the background.

A bartender pouring a drink into a martini glass at a bar with a variety of liquor bottles in the background.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, kitchenette, and a large TV.

14. Commodore Airport Hotel

35.1 km from Waimakariri River

Faye

฿4,935

฿5,676 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a small round table, and a dining area visible through an open door.

A reception desk with a calendar, a clock, and a wall of brochures.

A sign for the Airways Motel with a 'No Vacancy' message.

A hotel room with a large bed, two wall-mounted lights, a chair, and a balcony with a view.

15. Airways Motel

35 km from Waimakariri River

Stephen

฿2,510

฿2,887 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand with a lamp, and a view of a garden through a glass door.

A motel with multiple rooms, a covered parking area, and a mountain view in the background.

A compact kitchen with a sink, a coffee maker, a microwave, and an oven.

A modern building with a parking lot, outdoor seating area, and landscaped garden with various plants.

16. Oxford Village Motels

3.8 km from Waimakariri River

Floyd

฿2,996

฿3,445 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A train station with a luggage storage area, a ticket counter, and a computer displaying Google.

A sign for 'jailhouse accommodation' with a brick wall and greenery.

A hotel corridor with a central staircase, multiple doors, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

A hotel corridor with a central staircase, white railings, and purple lighting.

17. Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel

41.8 km from Waimakariri River

Caoilte

฿1,540

฿1,770 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A modern lobby with grey upholstered chairs, a round wooden table, and a vase of flowers on a black side table.

The entrance of Sudima Hotels with glass doors, a concrete wall, and a delivery truck in the background.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a laptop, and a vase with green apples.

A corridor leading to a restaurant with glass doors and a sign reading "ach-eron restaurant & bar".

18. Sudima Christchurch Airport

33.9 km from Waimakariri River

Theresa

฿5,738

฿6,599 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A modern bedroom with a sofa, a bed, a nightstand, and a hanging light fixture.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and dining area with chairs and a glass table.

A living room with two grey sofas, a small white table, and a dining table with chairs.

A living room with two blue sofas, a round coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

19. Adelphi Motel

41.1 km from Waimakariri River

Christmas

฿2,880

฿3,312 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A modern hotel with multiple floors, outdoor seating, and illuminated entryways.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a kitchenette.

A parking lot with a black SUV, a building with a modern design, and a clear sky with clouds.

A modern room with a large window, a sofa with red cushions, a small table, and two chairs.

20. V Motel

38.8 km from Waimakariri River

Cheyenne

฿2,705

฿3,111 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Waimakariri River

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Rolleston Highway Motel	9.4 Exceptional 325 reviews	View
Brookside Motel	9.6 Exceptional 60 reviews	View
Newlands B&B	9.2 Wonderful 68 reviews	View
Wigram Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 172 reviews	View
Darfield Motel	9.2 Wonderful 142 reviews	View

Top Waimakariri River Hotel Reviews

Sudima Christchurch Airport

10/10 Excellent

"The rooms were clean, the bar and restaurant areas were cozy and welcoming, and the complimentary shuttle made it easy to get to the airport on time for my flight."

Airport Christchurch Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Great property, with excellent staff"

Airport Delta Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Great place - seems newly renovated, quiet rooms, nice space bath, clean and well maintained."

Novotel Christchurch Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Always find Novotel Christchurch Airport a wonderful, friendly and inviting place to finish a New Zealand Holiday. The approximately to the Airport makes those early morning flight bearable"

Brookside Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Great very new place. Good location south of town. Parking limited but done street parking available. Recommended as good value"

Harewood Lodge

8/10 Good

"Overall, it was a pleasant stay. However, it needs to be clearer that the lower-priced options have a shared bathroom (the pictures of the bathroom should not be included in the room pictures). We were able to upgrade rooms, and it was much nicer. Be mindful that there isn't usually a person at reception and if you want to get in contact, you need a New Zealand based number."

Commodore Airport Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay Best for the money that we paid. Great restaurant with fantastic food. Staff were polite, helpful and responsive. Good vibes all around, suitable to all kinds of travellers. My whole family loved it. Will recommend anyone to give it a try, won’t be disappointed."

Springfield Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Great location. Kind host. No thrills but everything that you need in a good room."

North South Holiday Park

10/10 Excellent

"Self-contained 2 bedroom unit was great. Stayed for work - everything works as it is supposed to and was clean, tidy and comfortable."

Other attractions near Waimakariri River

Waimak Alpine Jet

Enjoy an outing to Waimak Alpine Jet during your stay in Springfield. Amble around the area's parks or visit its churches.

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Oxford Museum

8.0/10 (4 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Oxford Museum during your travels in Oxford. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.

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Mt Cheeseman Ski Area

8.0/10 (1 review)

Hit the slopes in Springfield with a visit to Mt Cheeseman Ski Area. Amble around the area's parks or visit its churches.

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A and P Showgrounds

9.0/10 (2 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at A and P Showgrounds, a lovely green space in Oxford. Take in the museums while you're in the area.

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Pearson Park

6.0/10 (1 review)

Explore the great outdoors at Pearson Park, a lovely green space in Oxford. Take in the museums while you're in the area.

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Hororata Golf Club

8.8/10 (5 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Glentunnel at Hororata Golf Club. Amble around the area's parks or visit its churches.

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Kirwee Domain

Explore the great outdoors at Kirwee Domain, a lovely green space in Kirwee.

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Fowler Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Fowler Reserve, a lovely green space in Kirwee.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Waimakariri River?

If you're planning to come to the area to visit Waimakariri River, take some time to see the rest of the sights while you're in town. This family-friendly area is known for its array of dining options and charming cafes. You'll find 6 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Waimakariri River?

Located 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Waimakariri River, Oxford Village Motels is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data. Other good choices around the area include Darfield Motel and Springfield Motel.

How many hotels are there close to Waimakariri River?

Expedia has 6 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Waimakariri River.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Waimakariri River, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals near Waimakariri River.

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Our top choices for Waimakariri River hotels

1. Rolleston Highway Motel

2. Brookside Motel

3. Newlands B&B

4. Wigram Hotel

5. Darfield Motel

6. Airport Delta Motel

7. Springfield Motel

8. Airport Christchurch Motel

9. Airport Gateway Christchurch

10. Airport Palms Motel

11. Northwood Motor Lodge

12. Novotel Christchurch Airport

13. Airport Birches Motel

14. Commodore Airport Hotel

15. Airways Motel

16. Oxford Village Motels

17. Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel

18. Sudima Christchurch Airport

19. Adelphi Motel

20. V Motel

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Top Waimakariri River Hotel Reviews

Sudima Christchurch Airport

Airport Christchurch Motel

Airport Delta Motel

Novotel Christchurch Airport

Brookside Motel

Harewood Lodge

Commodore Airport Hotel

Springfield Motel

North South Holiday Park

Other attractions near Waimakariri River

Waimak Alpine Jet

Oxford Museum

Mt Cheeseman Ski Area

A and P Showgrounds

Pearson Park

Hororata Golf Club

Kirwee Domain

Fowler Reserve

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