Thames Coast Travel Guide

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Sunset from Waiomu beach - a little hamlet on the Thames to Coromandel coastal road.
Sunset from Waiomu beach - a little hamlet on the Thames to Coromandel coastal road.
Canyoning down the Sleeping God Canyon in Thames.
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Grafton Cottage & Chalets

Grafton Cottage & Chalets

4 out of 5
304 Grafton Road Thames
The price is AU$138 per night from 8 Apr to 9 Apr
AU$138
8 Apr - 9 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this cottage in Thames. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (435 reviews)
Beautiful property, fun quirkiness, outstanding views! Spectacular value for the price. We got take out and watched the sunset from the deck, quite gorgeous. Highly recommend!

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Grafton Cottage & Chalets
Coastal Motor Lodge

Coastal Motor Lodge

3 out of 5
608 Tararu, South Highway 25 Thames
The price is AU$139 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
AU$139
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Thames. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 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 25 Feb 2026

Coastal Motor Lodge
Rolleston Motel Thames – Wenzel Motels

Rolleston Motel Thames – Wenzel Motels

3 out of 5
105 Rolleston Street Thames
The price is AU$162 per night from 21 Mar to 22 Mar
AU$162
21 Mar - 22 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Thames. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Hauraki Rail Trail Thames and Goldfields Shopping Centre ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (254 reviews)
The paint at the bottom of pool has been discolored and looks ugly. So we were reluctant to use it.

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Rolleston Motel Thames – Wenzel Motels
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Grafton Cottage & Chalets

Grafton Cottage & Chalets

4 out of 5
304 Grafton Road Thames
Stay at this cottage in Thames. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (435 reviews)
Beautiful property, fun quirkiness, outstanding views! Spectacular value for the price. We got take out and watched the sunset from the deck, quite gorgeous. Highly recommend!

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Grafton Cottage & Chalets
Avalon Motel Thames – Wenzel Motels

Avalon Motel Thames – Wenzel Motels

3 out of 5
104 Jellicoe Crescent Thames
Stay at this aparthotel in Thames. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 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 3 Mar 2026

Avalon Motel Thames – Wenzel Motels
Comfort Inn Sunset

Comfort Inn Sunset

3 out of 5
1017 Tararu Rd Thames Waikato
Stay at this apartment in Thames. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Goldmine Experience and Goldfields Shopping Centre ...
9/10 Wonderful! (153 reviews)
Great place in a good location !! If your looking for an adventure in the area, try canyoning with canyons NZ - soo fun- one of the most beautiful and unique things we did on the north island, full day adventure was worth it!!

Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

Comfort Inn Sunset
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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.

Popular places to visit

Thames Hospital

If Thames Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Thames.

Thames Hospital

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.

Hauraki Rail Trail Thames

Rapaura Water Gardens

Explore the great outdoors at Rapaura Water Gardens, a lovely green space in Coromandel Forest Park. Take some time to visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Rapaura Water Gardens

Goldfields Shopping Centre

You can do some window-shopping at Goldfields Shopping Centre during your trip to Thames. Wander the riverfront and gardens in the area.

Goldfields Shopping Centre

Burke Street Wharf

You can learn about the history of Thames with a visit to Burke Street Wharf. Wander the riverfront in this relaxing area.

Burke Street Wharf

Goldmine Experience

You can browse the exhibits at Goldmine Experience, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Thames. Wander the riverfront in this relaxing area.

Goldmine Experience

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