Title: Visit Totara: 2026 Travel Guide for Totara, Thames | Expedia.com [Hotels in Totara](https://expedia.com/Totara-Hotels.d6132678.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Totara](https://expedia.com/Totara-Vacation-Rentals.d6132678.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Totara](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Totara.d6132678.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Totara](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Totara.d6132678.Car-Rental-Guide)[Totara Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Totara.d6132678.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Totara ## Travel Guide ## Visit Totara Things to do ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. 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(140 reviews) Good service Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F29%2F2026&endDate=3%2F30%2F2026&selected=4413559&PinnedHotelID=4413559&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6132678) ![Grafton Cottage & Chalets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7250000/7249700/7249666/0f9fbb20_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Grafton Cottage & Chalets 304 Grafton Road Thames $75 nightly $87 total Mar 20 - Mar 21 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this cottage in Thames. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (434 reviews) This has been one of our best stays in new zealand so far . The owner was very friendly, took us to our room and explained everything to us , unlike some places give you a key and you find your way . The views were beautiful. Would stay again and definitely recommend πŸ˜€ Reviewed on Mar 6, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F20%2F2026&endDate=3%2F21%2F2026&selected=7249666&PinnedHotelID=7249666&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6132678) ![Coastal Motor Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624400/9624384/54ad160e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Coastal Motor Lodge 608 Tararu, South Highway 25 Thames $85 nightly $99 total Mar 17 - Mar 18 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this motel in Thames. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Goldmine Experience and Thames Historical Museum are located ... 9/10 Wonderful! (259 reviews) Although old, the lodge was very comfortable and clean. Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F17%2F2026&endDate=3%2F18%2F2026&selected=9624384&PinnedHotelID=9624384&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6132678) [See all 311 properties in Totara](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=3%2F9%2F2026&endDate=3%2F10%2F2026®ionId=6132678) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Grafton Cottage & Chalets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7250000/7249700/7249666/0f9fbb20_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Grafton Cottage & Chalets 304 Grafton Road Thames Stay at this cottage in Thames. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (434 reviews) This has been one of our best stays in new zealand so far . The owner was very friendly, took us to our room and explained everything to us , unlike some places give you a key and you find your way . The views were beautiful. Would stay again and definitely recommend πŸ˜€ Reviewed on Mar 6, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Thames-Hotels-Grafton-Cottage-Chalets.h7249666.Hotel-Information) ![Avalon Motel Thames – Wenzel Motels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9627100/9627098/4d22682d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Avalon Motel Thames – Wenzel Motels 104 Jellicoe Crescent Thames Stay at this aparthotel in Thames. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Hauraki Rail Trail Thames and Goldfields Shopping ... 9/10 Wonderful! (173 reviews) Pool was there but we did not use it. A very short drive into town. Easy parking at property and in town. Comfy bed and everything was spotlesd. Decent sized room with outside seating area lovely in the evening Reviewed on Mar 3, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Thames-Hotels-Avalon-Motel-Thames.h9627098.Hotel-Information) ![Central location, & cosy setup](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53950000/53945900/53945876/5d37f3eb_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Central location, & cosy setup Whangamata Waikato Book a stay at this golf apartment in Whangamata. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Williamson Park and Kotuku Reserve are ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (69 reviews) The iaccommodation was clean and tidy. The host was very friendly and helpful and provided us with some delicious treats . The accommodation was close to shops and beach. Very much enjoyed. 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[](https://expedia.com/Thames-Hospital-Thames.d553248635977031252.Vacation-Attraction) #### Hauraki Rail Trail Thames You can take time to visit Hauraki Rail Trail Thames during your travels to Thames. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront. [](https://expedia.com/Hauraki-Rail-Trail-Thames-Thames.d553248621532610881.Vacation-Attraction) #### Goldfields Shopping Centre You can do some window-shopping at Goldfields Shopping Centre during your stay in Thames. Wander the riverfront and gardens in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Goldfields-Shopping-Centre-Thames.d6239401.Vacation-Attraction) #### Burke Street Wharf You can learn about the history of Thames with a trip to Burke Street Wharf. Wander the riverfront in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.com/Burke-Street-Wharf-Thames.d553248621532610882.Vacation-Attraction) #### Goldmine Experience You can browse the exhibits at Goldmine Experience, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Thames. Wander the riverfront in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.com/Goldmine-Experience-Thames.d553248621526967523.Vacation-Attraction) #### Thames Historical Museum You can browse the exhibits at Thames Historical Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Thames. Wander the riverfront and gardens in the area. 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