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Our top choices for Waimakariri River hotels

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

1. Oxford Village Motels

Oxford Village Motels
3.5 star property
3.8 km from Waimakariri River
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (155 reviews)
"Nice little motel .. warm and quiet"
Australia
Craig
The price is NZ$181
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Oxford Village Motels
A covered outdoor area with a wooden roof, benches, and a building entrance with a sign.

2. Methven Resort

Methven Resort
3.5 star property
55.1 km from Waimakariri River
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (203 reviews)
"A good spot to stay before heading up to Mt Hutt the following morning."
Australia
Ange
The price is NZ$133
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
Methven Resort
A modern building with a stone facade, large glass doors, and a wooden entrance.

3. Fable Terrace Downs Resort by Mgallery

Fable Terrace Downs Resort by Mgallery
4.5 star property
45.9 km from Waimakariri River
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (189 reviews)
"Great couples getaway. Really affordable for the great two bedroom unit."
Australia
Sara
The price is NZ$288
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Fable Terrace Downs Resort by Mgallery
A modern kitchen with a built-in oven, a sink, and a countertop. There is a bed with a view of the outdoors.

4. Darfield Motel

Darfield Motel
3.0 star property
18.4 km from Waimakariri River
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (143 reviews)
"Clean, quiet room in a good location."
United States
Carol
The price is NZ$167
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Darfield Motel
A hot tub surrounded by a wooden deck, with a seating area and a small fire pit.

5. Springfield Motel

Springfield Motel
2.0 star property
20.8 km from Waimakariri River
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (34 reviews)
"The room was spacious and charming, with a heated bed that made our stay extra cozy. The amenities were just right, and we really appreciated the fresh milk provided. The kitchen area was clean, and the location was fantastic. Overall, a lovely place to stay, and we thoroughly enjoyed our experience!"
United States
Ellen
The price is NZ$130
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Springfield Motel
A two-story house with a balcony, a satellite dish, and a staircase leading to the second floor.

6. Methven Motels & Apartments

Methven Motels & Apartments
4.0 star property
54.4 km from Waimakariri River
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (294 reviews)
"Great location."
Australia
Emma
The price is NZ$178
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Methven Motels & Apartments
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.

7. Rolleston Highway Motel

Rolleston Highway Motel
3.0 star property
32.8 km from Waimakariri River
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (331 reviews)
"Nice large room to stay and very convenient"
Australia
Mark
The price is NZ$140
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Rolleston Highway Motel
Two wine glasses on a table with a mountain view in the background.

8. Ski Time Lodge

Ski Time Lodge
4.0 star property
54.6 km from Waimakariri River
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (440 reviews)
"Great restaurant on site."
Australia
Crossley
The price is NZ$150
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Ski Time Lodge
A modern motel with a central entrance, two wings, and a clear sky.

9. Brookside Motel

Brookside Motel
2.0 star property
32.8 km from Waimakariri River
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (62 reviews)
"Great place to stay, stayed many times, very convenient and lots of eateries just down the road. Recommend to all"
Australia
Raymond
The price is NZ$170
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Brookside Motel
A two-story building with a sign reading "ABISKO Lodge."

10. Abisko Lodge

Abisko Lodge
3.5 star property
55 km from Waimakariri River
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (112 reviews)
"Good location"
Australia
Joanne
The price is NZ$172
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Abisko Lodge
A motel with multiple floors, a parking lot with several cars, and a sign indicating it is the Lincoln Motel on Maurice St.

11. Lincoln Motel

Lincoln Motel
4.0 star property
41.9 km from Waimakariri River
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (332 reviews)
"Beautiful motel extremely clean great service with everything you need close to all eateries and shops "
Australia
Tania
The price is NZ$193
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Lincoln Motel
A hot tub in a garden with a wooden deck, surrounded by greenery and a wooden fence.

12. Newlands B&B

Newlands B&B
3.0 star property
23.4 km from Waimakariri River
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (68 reviews)
"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...
Canada
Alexandra
The price is NZ$132
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Newlands B&B
Terrace/patio

13. Flockhill

Flockhill
5.0 star property
40.3 km from Waimakariri River
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"New lodge,lovely views .food good .The baby sheep and cows got my ♥️"
Finland
Emelie
Flockhill
A bar area with multiple taps, a stone wall, and a view of the restaurant in the background.

14. The Brown Pub

The Brown Pub
2.5 star property
54.8 km from Waimakariri River
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (124 reviews)
"Good location"
Australia
Angie
The price is NZ$98
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
The Brown Pub
A motel sign with a garden in front.

15. Mount Hutt Motels

Mount Hutt Motels
3.0 star property
54.4 km from Waimakariri River
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (93 reviews)
"Great motel and hosts"
Australia
Sandi
The price is NZ$197
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Mount Hutt Motels
A wooden deck with a railing overlooking a mountainous landscape.

16. Porters Lodge

Porters Lodge
2.5 star property
42.8 km from Waimakariri River
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (35 reviews)
"Unreal scenery, tasty menu and drinks, comfortable lodging! A perfect getaway!"
United States
Laurie
The price is NZ$229
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Porters Lodge
Property grounds

17. The Blue Pub

The Blue Pub
2.0 star property
54.7 km from Waimakariri River
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (62 reviews)
"Great place"
Australia
Steve
The price is NZ$97
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
The Blue Pub
A building with outdoor seating and blue lights.

18. Brinkley Resort

Brinkley Resort
2.5 star property
54.3 km from Waimakariri River
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (22 reviews)
"Great place to stay, "
Australia
johan
The price is NZ$243
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Brinkley Resort
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Compare popular hotels close to Waimakariri River

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Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand with a lamp, and a view of a garden through a glass door.
Oxford Village Motels
3.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
155 reviews
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A modern kitchen with a built-in oven, a sink, and a countertop. There is a bed with a view of the outdoors.
Darfield Motel
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
143 reviews
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A spacious lobby with a modern bar area, seating arrangements, and a large window providing natural light.
Novotel Christchurch Airport
4.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,121 reviews
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A modern motel with a central entrance, two wings, and a clear sky.
Brookside Motel
2.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
62 reviews
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A hotel room with a bed, a round mirror, a window with blue curtains, and a small window above the mirror.
Airport Birches Motel
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
668 reviews
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Top Waimakariri River Hotel Reviews

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

Brookside Motel

Brookside Motel
Rolleston

10/10 Excellent

Super clean and really nice lovely little hotel in Rolleston. Repeat customer. Coming back. Great value for money. Excellent for business travel.
Australia
Martin
Reviewed November 4, 2026
Brookside Motel

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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