North Canterbury, Family Accommodation

Wacky Stays offer unique accommodation that will provide a memorable place to stay for you and the family.  They have a Colonial Wagon (sleeps two), House Truck (sleeps two or three), Farmers Cottage (sleeps up to six + a baby), Yurt (large 7M - sleeps up to four), Tipi (large 7M – sleeps up to four).  Staying with Wacky Stays also provides you with FREE unlimited entry to the Kaikoura Farm Park (during open hours), PLUS two hours in the park before opening to general public.  All guests enjoy exclusive access to our early morning animal feeding.  Families will love Wacky Stays!

2 and 3 bedroom, Qualmark rated 5 star apartments, just a few minutes stroll from the Hot Pools and restaurants of Hanmer Springs. All rooms have King beds and the spacious living space includes a private balcony and separate dining area. Our three bedroom suites have two separate bathrooms, ideal for families.

A quiet family park set amongst the beautiful Hanmer Forest and only 2km from the town centre  There is a range of accommodation on offer from The Smithy (a unique alpine experience), to self-contained units, family cabins, powered and non-powered sites. Facilities include: outdoor games, BBQ facilities and plenty of space to explore.

There is a great range of quality self-contained accommodation, including motels, ensuite cabins and cabins available at the Alpine Pacific Holiday Park. Facilities include: heated swimming pool, hot pools, BBQ area, children's trampoline, mountain bike hire, SKY TV and portacot and highchairs for hire.

Located 1km east of Oxford township our comfortable and affordable self contained accommodation is situated in 4 acres of glorious gardens. One self contained cottage (sleeps 4), or The Barn (sleeps 5).

Located in the alpine village of Hanmer Springs and set off the road we are only 200m walk from the thermal hot pools, shops, restaurants and cafes. Accommodation is a range of studio, one and two bedroom units with a great range of amenities. Facilities include: children's playground, petanque, outdoor swimming pool, children's DVD and games.

Offering spacious apartment-style units there are one or two bedroom units to choose from each with kitchen facilities making for a comfortable home away from home. A gateway to many attractions including horse treks, jet boating, mountain biking and beaches - you can even day trip to Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools. Christchurch Airport is only 20 minutes away.

Luxury, three-bedroom accommodation on the beachfront near Kaikoura. The 100 year old dairy factory is full of character and has been converted to provide private, absolutely gorgeous accommodation for you and your family. The house features three bedrooms and one bathroom with open-plan kitchen, dining and lounge. Log burner and heated flooring throughout and luxurious furnishings and fittings. You are fully self-contained at The Factory and gourmet breakfast is included. Enjoy your own courtyard with outdoor furniture and spa. The main part of the factory includes laundry, library and office with computer, which you are welcome to use. This beautiful home is beachfront with mountain backdrop, and just 10 minutes drive from Kaikoura.

With lots of family-friendly facilities, there is an outdoor swimming pool, tennis court, petanque court, on-site restaurant, bookings and tour desk. The Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools & Spa is located directly across the road and is a must visit for all families. Accommodation ranges from superior, deluxe or garden rooms but ideal for families is their self-contained 2 bedroom villas.

Ten cute timber chalets, well spaced, completely detached and fully self contained, in spacious, park-like setting. The chalets are either one or two bedrooms and for added luxury we also have a very spacious, brand new one bedroom spa chalet. Large childrens' play area and trampoline on-site and excellent mountain views.