In the North Canterbury district you will find great country accommodation close to Christchurch.  Accommodation options range from motels and holiday parks to bed and breakfasts, farm & country stays and luxury lodges.

Kaiapoi and Rangiora accommodation choices are varied, with the smaller towns hosting an array of cosy country accommodation.

North Canterbury bed and breakfasts and farm stays offer the opportunity to experience life in rural New Zealand.  Friendly locals will tell you where to find great recreation spots and country attractions.

If you are travelling by motor home or campervan, there are excellent holiday parks with a full range of facilities and dump stations. 

What to do and see locally

There are useful guides to help you plan your stay and give you ideas of what there is to do locally in the Waimakariri and North Canterbury region.

• Official Waimakariri Visitor Guide
• Walking & Cycling Waimakariri Guide
• North Canterbury Food & Wine Trail Guide
• Gardens of Waimakariri Guide

For a free copy of any (or all) of these guides contact the Kaiapoi i-SITE Visitor Centre.