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.

Seatonwood Villas - Farm Stay & B&B is the perfect place to launch your New Zealand holiday. We have wonderful outdoor areas where adults can relax or children can use up some excess energy, but viewing our deer and other farm animals is probably the most fun of all. Located in a private, peaceful and very safe area just 30 kilometers from Christchurch International Airport. We can also provide evening meals.

Newly built, lovely self-contained two bedroom cottage set on our 10 acre lifestyle block with mountain views. Only 5km from Oxford township. Fully furnished to a high standard, spacious open plan living area. The cottage is lovely & waRM.
The main bedroom has a queen sized bed & the second bedroom has a double bunk-bed (double bottom, single top) & single bed. A double futon may be placed in the lounge area behind the sofa on request. The cottage is ideally suitable for up to six guests but can sleep up to eight for short periods. The cottage is self catering, with a complete modern kitchen. The cottages contain all you need for a relaxing break!

Hanmer Resort Motels are located right in the heart of the beautiful alpine village. We are also situated on a quiet side street away from the main road and traffic noise but only one minutes walk from the world-famous Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve as well as restaurants, bars, cafes, shops and many attractions. Our large 2-bedroom villas and family apartments have full kitchens, court yards and undercover parking for cars. Swings for the children. Pets by arrangement. Set on more than 5000sq meters of flat landscaped grounds with lawn, trees and gardens.

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.

The Team at Kaikoura Peketa Beach welcomes you to our Holiday Park and we hope to make your stay a spectacular and memorable Kiwi camping experience.
With breath-taking mountain views and the beach right at your doorstep, Peketa Beach is the place to stay! Out of town, away from the hustle and bustle, but close enough to all the local tour attractions and activities. Wake to a magnificent sunrise stretching over the only beachfront holiday park in Kaikoura set for a new day of adventure or relaxation.
We can offer the best beachfront powered sites in Kaikoura and large powered sites. Pitch your tent on the beachfront or amongst the native trees. Cabin accommodation is available for couples and families.

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.

Enjoy Hanmer Springs scenic surroundings while relaxing in one of our modern, clean and comfortable rooms. We have 32 modern, spacious units including studios, spa units, and complete 1, 2 and 3-bedroom spa suites. Each room has either a king-size bed or king and a single, a kitchenette and an ensuite bathroom.

Sky TV, Free WiFi, BBQ area, Off-street parking, Mountain Bike storage and Guest Laundry are some of the facilities we offer to ensure your stay is comfortable.

No need to leave the complex either as we have a licensed restaurant adjoining the property - offering breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Free guest BBQ also available.

We are an hour and a half out of Christchurch and just under three hours to Picton. We are ideally positioned for people seeking a rest stop between destinations or for people wishing to explore the North Canterbury area.
We offer seven, one, two bedroom units, all units have their own en suite bathrooms and living areas, as well as cooking facilities.