Title: Waipara Travel Guide: Best of Waipara, Canterbury Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Waipara](https://expedia.co.uk/Waipara-Hotels.d6353248.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Waipara](https://expedia.co.uk/Waipara-Holiday-Rentals.d6353248.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Waipara Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Waipara.d6353248.Car-Hire-Guide)[Waipara Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Waipara.d6353248.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Waipara Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Panoramic of vineyards, Waipara, North Canterbury, New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6353248/f36bae06-fc45-4574-8db6-a44ce8b30ea9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Grape tendrils grow looking for support along a trellis in summer in a vineyard in New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6353248/947aad31-b789-4834-b85c-7bd652bfa614.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Summertime in a vineyard in Waipara, New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6353248/b7878c95-8ff9-47a6-a8ba-37a3e9b54ead.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Waipara](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6353248/91014c64-69aa-4f62-8805-4052da5acacf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Waipara Things to do - Top hotels in Waipara - Top Holiday Rentals in Waipara ![Kumiko's Guest House](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98510000/98505600/98505532/f6ee2559_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Kumiko's Guest House 618 Omihi Rd Waipara Canterbury £713 1 Apr - 2 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury guesthouse in Waipara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an on-site winery. Popular attractions Sherwood Estate Winery and Torlesse Wines ... [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F04%2F2026&endDate=02%2F04%2F2026&selected=98505532&PinnedHotelID=98505532&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6353248) ![Russell's Cabins](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97320000/97320000/97319921/2de590d6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Russell's Cabins 618 Omihi Road Waipara £214 14 Apr - 15 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this cabin in Waipara. Enjoy free parking, a garden and a picnic area. Popular attractions Sherwood Estate Winery and Torlesse Wines are located ... 10/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews) Exceptional stay at this off-the-grid cabin in the heart of Waipara wine country. Sue was an incredibly gracious host and the setting (especially the views and bath) were amazing. Highly recommend! Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=14%2F04%2F2026&endDate=15%2F04%2F2026&selected=97319921&PinnedHotelID=97319921&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6353248) ![Barb's Place](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16370000/16367700/16367683/9294653e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Barb's Place 7a Johnston Street Waipara NorthCanterbury Stay at this B&B in Waipara. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Torlesse Wines and Waipara Springs Winery are located ... [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F04%2F2026&endDate=11%2F04%2F2026&selected=16367683&PinnedHotelID=16367683&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6353248) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F04%2F2026&endDate=11%2F04%2F2026&selected=16367683&PinnedHotelID=16367683&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6353248) [See all 52 properties in Waipara](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=28%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026®ionId=6353248) 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. ![Russell's Cabins](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97320000/97320000/97319921/2de590d6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Russell's Cabins 618 Omihi Road Waipara Stay at this cabin in Waipara. Enjoy free parking, a garden and a picnic area. Popular attractions Sherwood Estate Winery and Torlesse Wines are located ... 10/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews) Exceptional stay at this off-the-grid cabin in the heart of Waipara wine country. Sue was an incredibly gracious host and the setting (especially the views and bath) were amazing. Highly recommend! Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Waipara-Hotels-Russells-Cabins.h97319921.Hotel-Information) ![Rangiora Eco Holiday Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20030000/20025600/20025547/574ce37b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Rangiora Eco Holiday Park 337 Lehmans Road Rangiora Stay at this cabin in Rangiora. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool and Wi-Fi (surcharge). Popular attractions Rangiora Racecourse and Arlington Reserve are ... 7.4/10 Good! (155 reviews) Communication was wonderful. Very welcoming at reception. Great for a low budget family stay. Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Rangiora-Hotels-Rangiora-Eco-Holiday-Park.h20025547.Hotel-Information) ![Your home away from home](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38010000/38001300/38001288/14868f47_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Your home away from home Rangiora Rangiora Stay at this holiday home in Rangiora. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Elephant Park and Dudley Park are located ... 10/10 Exceptional! (158 reviews) Everything was top notch!!!! Wonderful place to stay!!! Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Rangiora-Hotels-Your-Home-Away-From-Home.h38001288.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Waipara](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6353248&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) 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. ## Check Waipara hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6353248&startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-28)[27 Mar - 28 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6353248&startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-28) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6353248&startDate=2026-03-28&endDate=2026-03-29)[28 Mar - 29 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6353248&startDate=2026-03-28&endDate=2026-03-29) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6353248&startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026)[27 Mar - 29 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6353248&startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit #### Waipara Springs Winery You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Waipara Springs Winery during your travels to Waipara. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Waipara-Springs-Winery-Waipara.d553248621532610352.Attraction) #### Sherwood Estate Winery You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Sherwood Estate Winery during your travels to Waipara. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sherwood-Estate-Winery-Waipara.d553248621562625144.Attraction) #### Weka Pass Railway You can study the exhibits at Weka Pass Railway, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Waipara. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Weka-Pass-Railway-Waipara.d553248621532610351.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Waipara Valley Wine Tasting Tour with Lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/251969/f297d9e9-066f-45a4-86c9-c447bd023655.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Waipara Valley Wine Tasting Tour with Lunch £87 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/waipara-valley-wine-tasting-tour-with-lunch.a251969.activity-details) ![Hill top views](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50793461/0a092519-b495-4f33-8f1c-2a03f0983acf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Merino Farm Experience £42 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/merino-farm-experience.a50793461.activity-details) ![Waipara Wine Trail Group Tour From Christchurch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49991253/01d719e3-9276-4c00-94d2-bffc3b236548.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Waipara Wine Trail Private Group Tour From Christchurch £104 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/waipara-wine-trail-private-group-tour-from-christchurch.a49991253.activity-details) ![Wine trail and Christchurch City day tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45271723/a5330b13-6a0b-4b18-b798-5e9c42c407d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wine trail and Christchurch City - Luxury, Small Group Tour £276 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/wine-trail-and-christchurch-city-luxury.a45271723.activity-details) ![Exclusive access to this coastal sheep farm - what a view](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49506720/47e0d66e-060e-41ad-ac9a-b954bd2996dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sheep Farm Day Trip from Christchurch + Lunch and Winery visit. £130 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sheep-farm-day-trip-from-christchurch-lunch-and-winery-visit.a49506720.activity-details) ![Waipara Wine Experience for 2 or more, inc tastings and lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1897064/8574ba0e-9813-429f-8fb8-fc9b4dc384a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Waipara Wine Experience for 2 or more, inc tastings and lunch £88 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/waipara-wine-experience-for-2-or-more.a1897064.activity-details) [See all activities in Waipara](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Waipara.d6353248.Travel-Guide-Activities) - Cities near Waipara - Places of interest - [Torlesse Wines ](https://expedia.co.uk/Torlesse-Wines-Waipara.d553248621532610353.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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