Waipapa Bay accommodation from NZ$151

The Factory is 25 kilometres from the middle of Waipapa Bay. Or, alternatively, the Quality Suites Kaikoura is positioned 30 kilometres away. Two other accommodation options in the Waipapa Bay area are the Mediterranean Motel Kaikoura and the Alpine View Motel.

After you've hung out in Waipapa Bay for a while, explore Canterbury's many other delights. Canterbury is known for beaches, coastal plains and rivers, as well as common Canterbury tourist attractions like the old towns, churches and cathedrals. Common pastimes in this particular part of New Zealand include snowboarding and skiing.

Looking for more things to do? Kick back and spend the day enjoying the Kaikoura Beach, Kaikoura Museum and Fyffe House, which you'll find in Kaikoura, 35 kilometres to the south of Waipapa Bay. Should you wish to spend a night or two in Kaikoura, be sure to check out the Kaikoura Boutique Hotel and The Fairways Apartments. Or, you could stay in Hanmer Springs, 95 kilometres to the southwest of Waipapa Bay, where you can choose from the Hanmer Apartments and Alpine Adventure Holiday Park. Regardless of whether you're passing through or spending a few nights in Hanmer Springs, be sure to check out the Waiau Ferry Bridge, Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve and Hanmer Forest Park.

Woodbourne Airport is the most practical airport and is 70 kilometres from central Waipapa Bay. Nearby hotels include the Vintners Retreat and the Olde Mill House B&B & Bike Hire.