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Braemar Lodge And Spa

Braemar Lodge And Spa

4.5 out of 5
283 Medway Road Hanmer Springs
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$138 nightly
The price is $160 total per night from Feb 20 to Feb 21
$160 total
Feb 20 - Feb 21
Total with taxes and fees
9/10 Wonderful! (727 reviews)
Room a bit dated. But service was amazing

Reviewed on Jan 19, 2026

Braemar Lodge And Spa
Edit Hanmer Springs

Edit Hanmer Springs

4.5 out of 5
1 CONICAL HILL ROAD, 1 Hanmer Springs
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$122 nightly
The price is $141 total per night from Feb 19 to Feb 20
$141 total
Feb 19 - Feb 20
Total with taxes and fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (585 reviews)
The hotel is fantastic, set in gorgeous grounds. The staff are so friendly and helpful and everything is spotless! The bar and restaurant are wonderful and we had a fantastic dinner.

Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026

Edit Hanmer Springs
Alpine Adventure Holiday Park

Alpine Adventure Holiday Park

2.5 out of 5
200 Jack's Pass Rd Hanmer Springs
$42 nightly
The price is $49 total per night from Feb 9 to Feb 10
$49 total
Feb 9 - Feb 10
Total with taxes and fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (399 reviews)
Kind staff, clean room, many fun activities to do. Loved our stay and happy to return one day .

Reviewed on Jan 20, 2026

Alpine Adventure Holiday Park
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Waiau Essential Information

Language
English
Currency
New Zealand dollars
Max Temp Winter
50ºF
Max Temp Summer
65ºF
Top Sights
Mount Cookson and Mount Stewart

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a Waiau vacation package cost?
You'll find cheap prices on Expedia for your Waiau break. However, factors like your choice of hotel, the season and length of stay will determine how much your vacation to Waiau costs.
What are the cheapest months to go to Waiau?
February, November and December are great times to look for cheap Waiau vacation packages. Choosing to travel in less busy months means you can typically find lower prices on hotels and flights.
How many days is enough for Waiau?
With a well-planned itinerary, you can easily hit the main Waiau attractions in a few days. But if you prefer to discover hidden gems or go on day tours, consider booking your Waiau vacation for longer.
How to find the best Waiau package deals?
Use Expedia's handy filters to help you find some fabulous Waiau package deals. When you begin your search, just set your maximum budget and then order the results by "Price: low to high." If you're looking to save, plan your break for midweek, or browse for Waiau package deals in the low season. Play around with your travel dates and you may score even bigger discounts. As a rule of thumb, it's usually best to lock in your vacation package as early as possible.
Is it cheaper to book a Waiau vacation as a package?
An Expedia vacation package could land you significant savings when compared to arranging flights and hotels separately. Better still, you can tailor your Waiau trip to fit your exact style. Choose your preferred flight time, select the hotel type and add a car rental. Check out our great deals to see how much you can save.
When to book a vacation package to Waiau?
If you've got your Waiau vacation dates confirmed, book as early as you can to score some terrific deals. With Expedia, you can typically reserve some flights up to one year in advance. Prefer spontaneous adventures? Our last-minute deals are ideal for impromptu escapes.
How to plan a trip to Waiau?

  1. Choose the right time to travel: Your schedule, favorite season and the type of weather you enjoy can all influence your decision on when to go to Waiau.
  2. Budget wisely: Besides the cost of your hotel, you should consider other expenses too. These include food, flights and transportation. Also, set aside some extra funds for unexpected expenses that may come up during your trip to Waiau.
  3. Explore Waiau with our trip planning tool: Gain insights into the most popular attractions and best stays for your trip to Waiau. You can also save your favorite locations, collaborate with your group and manage all your plans in one place.
  4. Decide how long to go away for: Now that you're up to speed on Waiau, you can figure out the ideal length of your break. Put together a rough itinerary and allocate enough time to cover everything you want to do.
  5. Bundle your hotel and flights: Awesome destination, check. Length of stay, check. All that's left is to pick a Waiau vacation package that brings all your bookings together.
  6. Book any activities or day trips: Here's the fun part — organizing everything you want to do and see. Browse some of the exciting things to do in Waiau and book your tickets in advance to save time (and maybe some money too!).

Does Expedia offer Book Now, Pay Later Waiau vacation packages?
If you're anything like us, you love exploring new places but are not a fan of the price tag that can come with it. That's why we've created Book Now, Pay Later vacations. With help from online lender Affirm, you can break down the cost of your Waiau trip across 3, 6 or 12 months. There are also no late payment fees or hidden costs, so you can snap up great vacation packages with payment plans as soon as you spot them.
* Savings based on package bookings compared to the price of the same components booked separately. Savings not available on all packages.