The Waterways Holidays

  • Plan, book, travel with confidence

  • Better together

    Save up to €900 when you book a flight and hotel together*

  • Find the right fit

    With over 300,000 hotels worldwide, it's easy to create a perfect package

  • Rest easy

    Plan, book, and manage your trip all in one place

Top hotels in The Waterways

Pauanui Pines Motor Lodge

Pauanui Pines Motor Lodge

3 out of 5
174 Vista Paku, Pauanui Beach Pauanui
The price is €129 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
€129
1 Jul - 2 Jul
includes taxes & fees
9.4/10 Exceptional! (121 reviews)
"Clean rooms, great facilities and excellent location."

Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026

Pauanui Pines Motor Lodge
Coastal Motor Lodge

Coastal Motor Lodge

3 out of 5
608 Tararu, South Highway 25 Thames
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €80 per night from 21 Jun to 22 Jun
€80
21 Jun - 22 Jun
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (275 reviews)
"Its an older place that the price reflects, but was clean stayed one night was close to where we wanted to be so absolutely 5 stars meet our needs perfectly"

Reviewed on 13 Jun 2026

Coastal Motor Lodge
Pacific Harbour Villas

Pacific Harbour Villas

4 out of 5
223 Main Rd Tairua
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €97 per night from 17 Jun to 18 Jun
€97
17 Jun - 18 Jun
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (226 reviews)
"The bathroom left a lot to be desired. The toilet was mounted on a piece of laminated wood, which did not look hygienic. The toilet seat was very loose. The whole studio looked like it could have had a deep clean around the edges. The bedding was very clean and the bed was comfortable. Location to ..."

Reviewed on 27 May 2026

Pacific Harbour Villas
See all 774 properties in The Waterways
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.

Stay near popular The Waterways attractions

The Lakes Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Pauanui at The Lakes Golf Course. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
See properties

Frequently asked questions

Can I cancel my flight booking to The Waterways due to COVID-19?
Many airlines now offer more flexibility due to COVID-19. Our convenient Customer Service Portal will help you answer most questions about changes to your flight. It's also worth checking the terms and conditions of your chosen carrier — preferably before locking in your seat!
What's the best way to find cheap flights to The Waterways that have flexible change policies?
It's as easy as 1-2-3 with Expedia. Firstly, type in your preferred travel dates and hit "Search." Step 2: Check "No change fee" below the "Flexible change policies" heading to the left of your screen. Step 3. Grab your cheap and flexible flight to The Waterways.
What are some of the general tips for travellers to The Waterways during the COVID-19 outbreak?
If it's your first time travelling during COVID-19, you'll notice a range of new regulations and rules in place. Follow these tips and make your escape to The Waterways go off without a hitch:
  • Before committing to anything, check if any travel restrictions apply — in both your destination and origin. Get the latest updates by reviewing government websites.
  • When you go through airport screening, keep your face mask on. You will be asked to lower it briefly to verify your identity. Those who refuse to wear a mask may be denied entry or boarding.
  • Rather than handing a TSA agent your boarding pass, position it straight on the scanner yourself. After that, hold it up for inspection.
  • TSA is now allowing passengers to take one container of hand sanitizer, up to 12 oz (350 ml) in size, in carry-on baggage. This will have to be removed from your bag at the X-ray machine for screening.
  • To reduce handling during screening, place personal items such as your phone and loose change into your carry-on rather than into the bins.
  • Separate any food you have for X-ray scanning. Food items often trigger the alarm. Putting them in a clear plastic bag and into a bin reduces the need for a TSA employee to touch and inspect your belongings.

Which airlines fly to The Waterways?
Air New Zealand offers flights into or near The Waterways, including 351 that travel to Hamilton Intl. Airport (HLZ) each month. Pick your holiday dates and then secure your fare early to score the best deal.
How can I find cheap tickets to The Waterways?
One of the best ways to find cheap tickets to The Waterways is to be flexible with your travel dates. Search for your flights, then click "flexible dates" at the top of your results. It will bring up the cheapest prices for nearby days. The best price for a flight to The Waterways in the last seven days was . Booking well in advance will usually help you score an even better deal.
How much is a flight to The Waterways?
In the last seven days, round-trip tickets to The Waterways sold for as low as and peaked at . For one-way trips departing from (), the cheapest seat during this same period was only .
What are the most popular airports to fly into in The Waterways?
Jet into Hamilton Intl. Airport (HLZ) and enjoy everything that The Waterways has to offer. As the region's main entry point, approximately 351 flights touch down here every month.
When is the cheapest time to fly to The Waterways?
If you'd rather spend your hard-earned holiday dollars getting to know The Waterways rather than on your flight there, depart earlier in the week. The cheapest day to fly is normally Tuesday, followed by Monday. With many people travelling on weekends, Saturday typically has the most expensive airfares.
How much is a plane ticket to The Waterways?
Ticket prices ranged from to in the last seven days. When you're ready to book, we'll help you lock in the best deal to The Waterways.
Which airlines with flights to The Waterways employ COVID-19 cleanliness policies?
To help you travel with more confidence, Air New Zealand has implemented a raft of enhanced measures including providing passenger masks and cleaning with disinfectant. These new cleanliness standards apply to its services in and out of The Waterways and across the Air New Zealand network.

Explore a world of travel with Expedia

* Savings based on package bookings compared to the price of the same components booked separately. Savings not available on all packages.