From fancy to freedom camping.

Thames has an array of accommodation options. From century old B&Bs to rural Air BnBs, historic hotels to motels with pools, bush or beach campsites to freedom camping facilities. Find them all here.

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Coastal Motor Lodge

Coastal Motor Lodge is a four star Qualmark rated Motel located five minutes north of Thames at the gateway of the magnificent Coromandel Peninsula. Accommodation is set amongst beautiful lush grounds directly opposite the Hauraki Gulf and provides a range of quality accommodation including elevated seaview studio chalets, family room, [...]

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Grafton Cottage & Chalets

Grafton Cottage & Chalets offers unique and peaceful accommodation in a secluded, tree-lined setting far from any traffic noise. Grafton Cottage & Chalets boutique accommodation provides an individually designed studio plus 1 and 2 bedroom cedar chalets. All have en-suites, spacious adjoining decks, and tea and coffee facilities, electric blankets, [...]

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Grahamstown Inn

The Grahamstown Inn is one of the most popular restaurants in Thames. It is the favourite nightlife venue with a friendly, relaxed atmosphere where locals and visitors alike get together to socialise over a few drinks and enjoy delicious cuisine, prepared by skilled chefs using the best New Zealand produce [...]

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Kauaeranga Visitor Centre (DoC)

The Kauaeranga Visitor Centre (DoC) is one of the busiest in New Zealand. It’s your gateway to the Kauaeranga Valley, Coromandel Forest Park. Start your journey here, grab a map, book a campsite, chat with a DoC ranger about the latest track conditions and advice, or pick up last-minute tramping [...]

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Rapaura Watergardens

Discover Serenity at Rapaura Watergardens: A Hidden Gem on New Zealand’s Coromandel Peninsula Nestled within the lush embrace of the Coromandel Forest Park, Rapaura Watergardens offers a sanctuary where nature’s artistry and human creativity intertwine. Spanning 64 acres of New Zealand regenerating bush, award-winning estate invites visitors to immerse themselves [...]