When is the best time to go to Waihopai?

The best time to go to Waihopai is during the summer months, from December to February, when the weather is at its warmest and most settled. During this period, you can expect average daily temperatures ranging from 15°C to 25°C, with longer daylight hours, making it ideal for outdoor activities. The region experiences less rainfall in summer compared to other seasons, offering more consistent conditions for exploring. This season is particularly good for families looking to enjoy the region's natural attractions. The warmer weather is superb for visiting the Queens Park and its aviary, exploring the tuatara enclosure, or spending an afternoon at the Waihopai River banks. Many local events and festivals also take place during the summer, providing additional entertainment. Couples looking for a relaxing break will also appreciate the summer months.

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A row of modern, low-rise buildings with a uniform architectural style, a well-maintained lawn, and a clear sky.

1. Ascot Park Hotel

Glengarry, 3.1 km from Waihopai

Jannette

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

2. Homestead Villa Motel

3.8 km from Waihopai

Owain

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a marble floor, a seating area with brown sofas, and a large white pillar.

3. Distinction Invercargill Hotel

Invercargill City Centre, 4.9 km from Waihopai

Graeme

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A tall, illuminated tower with a dome, featuring arched windows and a central staircase.

4. Tower Lodge Motel

Richmond, 3.8 km from Waihopai

Jeremy

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A building with a brick facade, a wooden bench, and a planter with a palm plant.

5. Admiral Court Motel & Apartments

Turnbull Thompson Park, 4.1 km from Waihopai

Peter

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A row of white houses with large windows and a grassy foreground.

6. Colonial Motel Invercargill

Richmond, 3.8 km from Waihopai

Sean

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A yellow car parked in front of a building with a reception sign.

7. Shelby Motor Lodge

Turnbull Thompson Park, 4.2 km from Waihopai

Suzanne

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a fan, and a view through a sliding glass door.

8. City Court

Richmond, 4 km from Waihopai

Maritza

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A hot tub with a wooden wall and a window.

9. Monarch Motel

Hawthorndale, 3.4 km from Waihopai

Lesley

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, a microwave, a mini-fridge, and a radiator.

10. Townsman Motor Lodge

Invercargill City Centre, 4.5 km from Waihopai

Matt

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A dining table with a plate of food, wine glasses, and a candle.

11. Kelvin Hotel

Invercargill City Centre, 4.8 km from Waihopai

Chris

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A hotel room with a wooden desk, a chair, a glass door, and a view of the outside.

12. ASURE Surrey Court

Turnbull Thompson Park, 3.9 km from Waihopai

Tammy

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A concrete staircase leading to a door, a metal bench, and a wall covered with red and purple flowers.

13. Comfort Inn Tayesta

Turnbull Thompson Park, 4.1 km from Waihopai

bart

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A building with a sign reading "QUEST" and "Pacific Radiology" on the facade.

14. Quest Invercargill Serviced Apartments

Invercargill City Centre, 5 km from Waihopai

Geoffrey

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

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

15. Bella Vista Motel Invercargill

Turnbull Thompson Park, 4.4 km from Waihopai

Kendal

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern hotel room with two beds, a dining area, and a sofa.

16. Hacienda Motel

Hawthorndale, 3.3 km from Waihopai

Debbie

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

17. Moana Court Motel

Hawthorndale, 3.5 km from Waihopai

MISS R L

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A motel sign with the number 388 and the name 'TAY MOTEL'.

18. 388 on Tay Motel

Turnbull Thompson Park, 3.9 km from Waihopai

korrie

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A row of motel buildings with white exteriors and red roofs, surrounded by a garden with purple flowers.

19. Bavarian Motel

Waikiwi, 3 km from Waihopai

Alan

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A garden pathway with brick pillars and a brick archway covered in flowers.

20. Queens Park Motels

Gladstone, 3.2 km from Waihopai

LISA

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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Our guide on where to stay in Waihopai

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A historic clock tower with a statue on top, surrounded by a landscaped garden and a road intersection.

Invercargill City Centre

Unique features of Invercargill City Centre include the theatres and bars. Make a stop by Civic Theatre or Toetoes Bay while you're exploring the area.

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Georgetown

Travellers like the parks in Georgetown, and Rugby Park Stadium is a top attraction you might want to visit.

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Richmond

Richmond is well liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Invercargill area, you might plan a trip to Rugby Park Stadium or Civic Theatre.

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Appleby

Appleby is noteworthy for its spas, and you can plan an outing to Rugby Park Stadium and Civic Theatre while you're in town.

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A historic tower with a dome, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear sky.

Turnbull Thompson Park

Turnbull Thompson Park is well liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Invercargill area, you might plan a trip to Rugby Park Stadium or Bill Richardson Transport World.

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Top Waihopai Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Waihopai

Kelvin Hotel

8/10 Good

"We booked a small room - they are small but functional, with the bathroom being almost as big as the room :) Very clean and comfortable with all you need for your stay. Great for a one night stay and very central."

Tower Lodge Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Our two bedroom unit was spotlessly clean, spacious, and warm. It was an old house converted to two flats, now motel units. As there were 4 of us (2 couples) we found that the toilet should be a separate room! And mirrors in the bedrooms would have been handy. I think that this unit will be upgraded to match the other units of the motel complex - which are exceptional - we’ve stayed in those before. The staff were very helpful."

Distinction Invercargill Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Nice hotel, quite new and rooms very well appointed. Only issue we had was we could hear people throwing weights around in the Gym at 6am in the morning from our room which was directly above the gym. Designer’s may have forgot that part of sound proofing. Restaurant in Hotel is excellent."

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4. Tower Lodge Motel

5. Admiral Court Motel & Apartments

6. Colonial Motel Invercargill

7. Shelby Motor Lodge

8. City Court

9. Monarch Motel

10. Townsman Motor Lodge

11. Kelvin Hotel

12. ASURE Surrey Court

13. Comfort Inn Tayesta

14. Quest Invercargill Serviced Apartments

15. Bella Vista Motel Invercargill

16. Hacienda Motel

17. Moana Court Motel

18. 388 on Tay Motel

19. Bavarian Motel

20. Queens Park Motels

Our guide on where to stay in Waihopai

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