Top Cottages in Waimate District in 2026

Change your mind
Book hotels with free cancellation
Treat yourself
Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels
Sign in
Be picky
Search almost a million properties worldwide

Check prices for these dates

In two weeks

In two months

In three months

In four months

Our top choices for Waimate District cottages

A modern house with a covered porch, large windows, and a view of the night sky.

1. Twizel Cottages

Twizel

Adam

A small, single-story cabin with a covered porch, a satellite dish, and a gravel driveway.

2. Copper John, close to the Ski Fields here in the McKenzie. Quiet and private.

Middle Valley

Richard A.

A coastal cityscape with historic buildings, a red car parked in the foreground, and a view of the sea under a cloudy sky.

3. Little Sweetie in the Heart of Old Oamaru

South Hill

Jock R.

AED 632 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Dec - 10 Dec

A chair with a textured cushion and a furry blanket.

4. Relax on Rata cottage 2

Twizel

Milo K.

A white building with a covered porch, surrounded by a field of sunflowers.

5. The Sun set Cottage 5min from Oamaru or Kakanui

Oamaru

Michelle B.

A modern house with a wooden deck, two gray bean bags, and a clear view of the front door.

6. Manuka Retreat

Ben Ohau

Ryan

A compact laundry area with a washing machine and dryer, a small shelf with a bottle, and a trash bin.

7. Hallewell Haven

Twizel

Tracey M.

A car parked in front of a building with a large open door, under a starry night sky.

8. GH Twizel Holiday Cottage located in Mackenzie star gazing reserve

Twizel

Andrea D.

A log cabin with a stone foundation, a sloped roof, and a wooden exterior.

9. Galaxy Lounge

Burkes Pass

A red building surrounded by green fields and trees, with a winding road nearby.

10. Romantic B&B Cottage Getaway on a Farm in the Countryside near Oamaru, South Island

Oamaru

AED 653 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Dec - 8 Dec

View all properties

Find vacation rentals that suit your style

Aparthotels

Apartments

Save an average of 15% on thousands of hotels when you're signed in

Top Waimate District Hotel Reviews

Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel

8/10 Good

"Quick easy checkin, room as described"

High Country Motel and Backpackers

8/10 Good

"Older but OK cabin. Had a distinct musty smell when I opened the door which I could never quite get rid of despite leaving the doors/windows open. The toilet in my room sounded like it was constantly running and could be heard even with the bathroom door closed. The shower was great, but be careful of leaving anything on the floor as water goes everywhere as there is no actual recess or lip to stop it. Good location for access to Aoraki/Mt Cook. Easy walks to get to supermarkets and restaurants."

Lake Ruataniwha Holiday Park

10/10 Excellent

"We had wanted to stay at Mt Cook resort but it was booked out so we chose the nearest location (60 kms away) at Twizel. There was a paucity of accommodation of what we wanted and we eventually opted with some trepidation for on-site accommodation at the Lake Ruataniwha Holiday Park. We had expected a very spartan arrangement but what a surprise. We had one of their 8 motel units. It was the best such unit we had had on our trip. Very spacious, suitably equipped, lovely outlook on the lawn and lake. The park had a superb barbecue area and a sauna (we did not use). Management was really convivial with the manager Tony and his support Britany very helpful. The other surprise was the town of Twizel. We had expected a one horse town with just a general store and a pub. We were wrong. It had fully developed market place with multiple shops including two supermarkets, several restaurants and a great pub in a very relaxed atmosphere thanks to abundant parking. So overall we had an enjoyable time and also got to see Mt Cook."

Room 1

Change your mind

Treat yourself

Be picky

Check prices for these dates

Our top choices for Waimate District cottages

1. Twizel Cottages

2. Copper John, close to the Ski Fields here in the McKenzie. Quiet and private.

3. Little Sweetie in the Heart of Old Oamaru

4. Relax on Rata cottage 2

5. The Sun set Cottage 5min from Oamaru or Kakanui

6. Manuka Retreat

7. Hallewell Haven

8. GH Twizel Holiday Cottage located in Mackenzie star gazing reserve

9. Galaxy Lounge

10. Romantic B&B Cottage Getaway on a Farm in the Countryside near Oamaru, South Island

Find vacation rentals that suit your style

Top Waimate District Hotel Reviews

Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel

The Mews Oamaru

Brydone Hotel Oamaru

Sierra Motel

High Country Motel and Backpackers

Lake Ruataniwha Holiday Park

Distinction Mackenzie Country Hotel

Mackenzie Motels

Ahuriri Motels

Explore a world of travel with Expedia