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Thames accommodation and places to stay: motels, lodges, B&Bs, old pubs, youth hostels,
backpackers, retreats, remote campsites and holiday parks with cabins and van
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Junction Hotel (Est 1869) Thames
Located in the heart of historical downtown, local Saturday market in front of the hotel and just minutes away from the stunning Kauaeranga Valley. Clean comfortable welcoming environment, rooms start at $30, tea, coffee and free WiFi. Stop for a drink at our newly renovated bar. ‘The Junction is sure to please.’
700 Pollen Street, Thames
Phone 07 868 6008
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Avalon Motel
We have 10 self contained studio and family units and one executive suite with ensuite spa pool. Off street parking, indoor spa & sauna, SKY TV, laundry, large garden with BBQ area and playground. Cooked continental breakfast available. Seasonal rates apply. On SH25 just south of Thames
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Thorold Country House B&B
Relax in our peaceful country home ideally situated on 6 acres on the Coromandel Peninsula
with views over the Firth of Thames. 2 luxury guest rooms with private bathroom in main house, spacious 2 bedroom self-contained Garden Apartment and large secluded swimming pool all set in subtropical gardens. Dinner by arrangement.
At Kopu, 5 minutes from Thames on SH26.
Hosts: Wendy & Gary
Phone: 07 868 8480
Email: thorold@xtra.co.nz |
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Corolight B&B
Enjoy the expansive rural & water views and magnificent sunsets from our elegant home with tranquil surroundings. Thames luxury accommodation and retreat offers two rooms (one with queen sized bed, the other with a super king or twin), private guest lounge with Sky TV & DVD, a fully equipped kitchenette, a conservatory and large guest bathroom including spa bath. Relax in comfort and privacy. Retreat bookings welcome.
Contact: Julia & Bob Bissett
108 Whitehead Way, Parawai, Thames 3500
Ph 07 8685538 Fax 07 8685537
Mob 021 1848334
Email: julia@corolight.co.nz
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The Sunset Motel
Base yourself with us while exploring the Coromandel Peninsula. Suitable for family holidays, business or adventure, 2 units on the beach front, 1 cottage, 1 studio, 5 units with a garden courtyard, all close to the sea. All units self contained with separate luxurious bedrooms (except studio). BBQ area, guest laundry and fantastic sea views.
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Kauaeranga Valley - Department of Conservation
See virgin native forest, majestic kauri trees, clear rivers, waterfalls, tramping and walking tracks, birdlife and the breathtaking ‘Pinnacles’. There are several campsites (some with BBQs), trampers huts & the 80 bunk Pinnacles Hut.
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Chartré Manor B&B
The manor has 3 luxury guest rooms with ensuites and the self contained cottage sleeps 4 with a romantic open fire for cosy winter nights. The 2½ acre garden setting on the hills overlooking Thames is peaceful and relaxing, the views and sunsets spectacular! Enjoy the pool and gazebo.
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Huia Lodge B&B
Enjoy the peace and quiet of the Kauaeranga Valley in comfort at Huia Lodge. Each unit has an ensuite with queen and single bed and tea/coffee making facilities. Set in 3½ acres of tranquil bush, pasture and orchard just 10 mins from Thames with views over the valley to the mountains. Bush walks.
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Rendezvous Motel Kopu Corner
The first motel on the Coromandel. All spacious ground floor units with cooking facilities, 1 or 2 bedroom (sleeps 6). Family bar and restaurant across the road. Close to golf and bowls. Stay a few days and explore the Peninsula. Parking for self con-tained campervans. On SH25 5 mins sth of Thames.
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Brookby Motel
Quiet bush setting. 4 one bedroom units and 2 studios. King or queen beds, laundry, SKY TV, DVD in all units. Just a short walk to central Thames for shopping and cafes. Continental or English breakfast.
A rippling brook, A tranquil scene, A place to rest, A traveller's dream.
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Puru Park Motel - Thames Coast
One and two bedroom self contained units. Minutes from the beach & boat ramp. Handy to the bowling club, local gardens, bush walks, tennis courts and playground. Ten minutes to restaurants. A good base for exploring the Coromandel Peninsula.
Hosts Peter and Lesley Bithell
2 West Crescent, Te Puru
Ph/Fax 07 868 2686
Email: bithell@xtra.co.nz
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Thames Valley Motel & Restaurant
Ngatea is the first town out of Auckland on SH2 and just fifteen minutes from Thames and the Coromandel. Close to the Ngatea cafes, craft shops, the Water Gardens and Wilderness Gems. 5 ground floor units which sleep 4, queen size beds and parking right outside the door.
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Imperial Hotel (The Impie)
Bar & Food; Big screen sport, live music or just a beer with friends. 15 machine gaming room. Friendly, comfortable and safe. All day menu 11am - 6pm, 7days. Dinner Thu-Sat.
Accommodation: single, twin and double rooms, backpackers dorm. Reas. tariff, lounge and kitchen. ‘Stay for the moment, Stay a while!’
Cnr Pollen & Sealey Streets Thames
Phone 07 868 6200 Fax 07 868 6200 |
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Brian Boru Hotel Thames
Historic and iconic Thames hotel with adjacent motel. Relive the old days in the bar with olde worlde decor. Restaurant with full menu. Comfortable accommodation in the nearest motel units to the town centre, 15 studio units, some with double spa. Also hotel rooms.
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Ocean View on Thames Bed & Breakfast
Enjoy the tranquility of our delightful bush setting, with glorious views over the Firth of Thames. Relax in our outdoor spa and enjoy the sunset. Guest BBQ facilities. Only two minutes from the town centre and coast. An ideal base from which to explore the beautiful Coromandel.
Tariff: Queen room $130 Twin room $120
Two bed apartment $150 double - $25 each extra person
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Sunkist International Backpackers
Enjoy our 140 year old, history filled building. Spacious rooms, sun drenched garden with BBQ, huge lounge, kitchen, laundry, 24hr internet, pool table. Free town bikes, coffee, tea and smiles. QUALMARK 4 STAR. Rental cars available. Use our Sunkist Shuttle for the Kauaeranga Valley. Free Info Centre pickup.
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Tuscany on Thames Motel
14 luxurious suites with king/queen beds. Kitchens, superb tiled and mirrored bathrooms with double spa baths. Swimming pool. Close to all amenities. Base yourself here to explore the beautiful Coromandel Peninsula. Qualmark 4 Star plus.
SH25 Thames just 1 min from town.
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Coastal Motor Lodge
Famously located just 2ks north of the centre of historic Thames, the Coastal Motor Lodge is situated right on the coast in lovely gardens between the sea and native bush. QUALMARK 4 STAR (Excellent)
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Dickson Holiday Park - Thames
Clean, Green and Friendly! 3.5 km north of Thames town centre. Family accommodation, motels, flats, cabins & vans. Backpacker rooms plus tent, camper & caravan sites at affordable prices. Solar heated pool for summer, bushwalking from the door, boat ramp and fishing just up the road.
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Te Mata Lodge - Thames Coast
One and two bedroom self-contained cottages and cabins in idyllic and peaceful river valley. Enjoy kayaking, trout fishing, swimming hole, bush walking and gold panning. Just a few minutes to the beach. A central base for exploring the Coromandel Peninsula.
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Rapaura in the Tapu Valley
Rapaura is a 64 acre private estate with native trees, ferns, lily ponds and a bushwalk to a cascading waterfall. Self catering boutique accommodation. 'KORU at rapaura' serves home-cooked specialties and 'dam' good coffee! Open 7 days, 9am 'til 5pm; winter hours may vary. 6.5 ks from Tapu on the Tapu-Coroglen Rd.
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Tapu Creek Campervan Park
Lovely family holiday park set in 2.3 acres of sheltered parkland in the
Tapu Valley. 20 landscaped sites, powered and watered, toilet block and
public dump station. Facilities include a barbecue area, picnic tables, and
a beautiful creek to cool off in. Local Facilities include hotel, service station, restaurant and store a few
minutes drive away. 22.5 Km North of Thames only 90 minutes from Auckland and Waikato.
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Corolight B&B
Enjoy the expansive rural & water views and magnificent sunsets from our elegant home with tranquil surroundings. Thames luxury accommodation and retreat offers two rooms (one with queen sized bed, the other with a super king or twin), private guest lounge with Sky TV & DVD, a fully equipped kitchenette, a conservatory and large guest bathroom including spa bath. Relax in comfort and privacy. Retreat bookings welcome.
Contact: Julia & Bob Bissett
108 Whitehead Way, Parawai, Thames 3500
Ph 07 8685538 Fax 07 8685537
Mob 021 1848334
Email: julia@corolight.co.nz
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Miranda Holiday Park
The Miranda Holiday Park has 1 and 2 bedroom chalets, tourist lodge with own rooms, power & tent sites, BBQs, playground, Sky TV and all modern facilities. Enjoy the Astrograss tennis court and our own hot natural mineral pool. All just 45 minutes from Auckland Airport.
NEW ZEALAND TOURISM AWARDS WINNER - Qualmark 5 Star
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Bay View Hotel Kaiaua
We welcome you to our friendly Lounge Bar, large sunny Garden Bar and Award Winning Restaurant which has a full menu including fresh seafood and the famous Kaiaua Fish and Chips. Takeaways, bottle shop and Motel accommodation. Close to the Miranda Hot Pools.
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Orere Point Top 10 Holiday Park
A family camp set in a peaceful park-land paradise next to a fresh water river. 5 mins walk to a safe beach with great fishing and boating. Suits all budgets from camping to self-contained units. Just 1 hour from Airport. Your Leisure, Our Pleasure! Orere Point Top 10 Holiday Park.
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Kaiaua Motor Camp (EcoQuest)
Our campground is spacious, quiet and on the beach with excellent fishing, bushwalks and close to the Miranda Shorebird Centre. Cabins, powered sites and tent sites, classroom, modern kitchen and bathroom facilities. Please ring ahead as we are often prebooked by groups.
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| Thames and Thames Coast |
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| Avalon Motel SH 25 Thames close to town & golf club, Sky, indoor spa, sauna |
07 868 7755 |
| Puru Park Motel Thames Coast bush walks, 2 mins to beach & boat ramps |
07 868 2686 |
| Rapaura Watergardens Tapu Valley lodge & cottage - see activities ad |
07 868 4821 |
| Rendezvous Motel Kopu, first motel for the Coromandel |
07 868 8536 |
| Sunkist International Backpackers 506 Brown Street Thames |
07 868 8808 |
| Sunset Motel Tararu water's edge |
07 868 8573 |
| Tapu Creek Campervan Park Tapu Valley, river swimming |
07 868 4560 |
| Te Puru Beach Holiday Park Cabins, power & non-power sites, 2 mins to boat ramp |
07 868 2879 |
| The Seabird Coast |
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| Kaiaua Motor Camp Coast Rd Kaiaua cabins, power & non-power sites |
09 232 2712 |
| Orere Point Holiday Park |
09 292 2774 |
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