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The Waimate Lodges

Property class: 2

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A modern building with a covered porch, large windows, and outdoor seating.
A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a shower, and a large mirror.
A compact kitchen with a dishwasher, microwave, and a window above the sink.
A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside lamps, and a window with a view of greenery.
A building with a sign that reads 'The Waimate Lodges.'

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is NZ$225
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept

Explore the area

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5-7 Timaru Road, Waimate, 7924
  • Place, St Patrick's Catholic Church
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Waimate Historical Museum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Seddon Square
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse)
    ‪62 min drive‬

Room options

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A modern building with a covered outdoor seating area, a fenced yard, and a clear sky.

Cabin, Mobility Accessible

  • 50 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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A modern building with a covered porch, large sliding doors, and outdoor seating.

Cabin

  • 50 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Large Single Beds

About the area

Waimate

The Waimate Lodges places you steps from St Patrick's Catholic Church and within a 10-minute stroll of Waimate Historical Museum. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi and Smart TVs. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas and luggage storage. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 30-minute drive of this Waimate hotel include Seddon Square and Riverstone Castle.

What's nearby

  • St Patrick's Catholic Church - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Waimate Historical Museum - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Seddon Square - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Caroline Bay Beach - 36 min drive - 58.6 km
  • Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony - 47 min drive - 61.1 km

Getting around

  • Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Waimate Town And Country Club - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Criterion Hotel - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Criterion Hotel - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Barn - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Empire Hotel - ‬8 min walk

About this property

The Waimate Lodges

WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

This Waimate hotel is smoke free.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • No smoking on site
The Waimate Lodges offers 6 accommodations with an iron/ironing board. 43-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels and Netflix. This Waimate hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Housekeeping is offered on request and change of bedsheets can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Housekeeping on request

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Fixed shower seat
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Grab bar in shower (89 centimetre high)
  • Grab bar near toilet (70 centimetre high)
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Raised toilet seat (50 centimetre high)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity (80 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (70 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-width doorways (80 centimetre wide)

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  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 20

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.5 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, American Express, debit cards and cash.

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at The Waimate Lodges?

Yep, The Waimate Lodges has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at The Waimate Lodges?

As of 14 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Waimate Lodges on 15 Sept 2026 start from NZ$225, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to The Waimate Lodges?

The closest beach to The Waimate Lodges is Caroline Bay Beach (41.3 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Waimate Lodges?

No, The Waimate Lodges does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Waimate Lodges?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Waimate Lodges?

No, only service animals are allowed.

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