Thames Travel Guide

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Thames which includes a house
Butterfly and Orchid Garden featuring animals
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Thames showing signage
Thames which includes a small town or village
Grafton Cottage & Chalets

Grafton Cottage & Chalets

4 out of 5
304 Grafton Road, Thames
Stay at this 4-star cottage in Thames. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (396 reviews)
"Stayed during the off season - Warmly welcomed by the proprietor. Adorable room in a quiet area with a wonderful view of the Firth of Thames on a very scenic property. Great sense of privacy and peace. Highly recommend, and will definitely stay again if we get to come back!"

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025

Grafton Cottage & Chalets
Sunset Motel

Sunset Motel

3 out of 5
1017 Tararu Rd, Thames, Waikato
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Thames. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Burke Street Wharf and Goldmine Experience ...
9/10 Wonderful! (139 reviews)
"Our stay was most enjoyable Easy to find , clean tidy, helpful management Comfortable stay"

Reviewed on 20 Jun 2025

Sunset Motel
Avalon Motel Thames – Wenzel Motels

Avalon Motel Thames – Wenzel Motels

3 out of 5
104 Jellicoe Crescent, Thames
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Thames. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Hauraki Rail Trail Thames and Thames Historical ...
9/10 Wonderful! (155 reviews)
Kitchen needs a clean
"Property itself it’s great but the utensils in the kitchen need a good clean. Cups and cutlery were dirty, we had to rewash everything before we could use it. Cooktop dirty too. The rest of the property was nice and clean. No complaints"

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

Avalon Motel Thames – Wenzel Motels
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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

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

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

The Treasury

You can browse the exhibits at The Treasury, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Thames. Wander the riverfront and gardens in the area.

The Treasury

Thames Historical Museum

You can study the exhibits at Thames Historical Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Thames. Wander the riverfront and gardens in the area.

Thames Historical Museum

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