Waihemo Lodge Hotel — Palmerston, Otago

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12 Room Types

About Us

Your Home Away from Home in East Otago

Located in the heart of Palmerston, Otago, Waihemo Lodge Hotel is a welcoming country hotel offering comfortable accommodation, delicious dining, a friendly public bar, and a fully stocked on-site liquor store.

Whether you're visiting for business, exploring the stunning East Otago region — including the famous Moeraki Boulders and Shag Point — or simply passing through, you'll enjoy genuine Southern hospitality, hearty meals, and a relaxed atmosphere.

✓ Check-in from 2:00 PM

✓ Checkout by 10:00 AM

✓ Free On-Site Parking

✓ Free WiFi Throughout

✓ Restaurant & Bar

✓ Wheelchair Accessible

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Accommodation

Choose Your Room

From cosy budget singles to private ensuite rooms — we have something for every traveller and every budget.

Private Ensuite

Queen Room with Ensuite

A comfortable queen bed with private ensuite bathroom, air conditioning, heating, TV, and tea/coffee facilities. Perfect for couples.

Private Ensuite Air Con Heating TV Tea/Coffee WiFi

Family Room with Shared Ensuite — Family Room - Shared Bathroom

Family

Family Room with Shared Ensuite

Double bed plus single bed with a shared ensuite bathroom between two rooms. Great value for families or small groups.

Shared Ensuite Heating TV Tea/Coffee WiFi

Budget Friendly

Twin Single Room

Two single beds sharing a bathroom down the hall. Great for travellers on a budget or friends sharing. Heating, TV, and WiFi included.

Shared Bathroom Heating TV Tea/Coffee WiFi

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On-Site

Everything You Need

From free parking to a full restaurant and bar — we've got you covered from arrival to departure.

Free Parking

Ample on-site parking at no extra cost

Truck Parking

On-site parking suitable for larger vehicles

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Free WiFi

High-speed WiFi throughout the property

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Restaurant

Hearty meals and local favourites

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Public Bar

A friendly bar open to guests and locals

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Breakfast

Continental breakfast from $15/person

Meeting Room

Business meeting space available

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Accessible

Wheelchair accessible property

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24-Hour Reception

We're always here when you need us

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ATM On-Site

Cash machine available on the premises

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Explore East Otago

What's Nearby

Waihemo Lodge is the perfect base for exploring some of the South Island's most iconic natural landmarks.

30 min south · State Highway 1

Moeraki Boulders

Famous spherical boulders scattered along Moeraki Beach, formed over millions of years — one of New Zealand's most iconic natural landmarks.

25 min south · Shag Point Rd

Shag Point

Wildlife reserve home to yellow-eyed penguins, New Zealand fur seals, and Hector's dolphins — best viewed at dawn or dusk from the clifftop.

55 min west · Macraes Flat

Macraes Gold Mine

New Zealand's largest operating gold mine, set in a dramatic schist-rock landscape. Guided tours reveal the history and scale of East Otago's gold mining heritage.

20 min west · Palmerston area

Puketapu

Scenic walking tracks wind through rolling farmland to panoramic viewpoints over the Otago hinterland and coast — ideal for an easy half-day outing.

12 km north · ~15 min drive

Trotters Gorge Scenic Reserve

A 152-hectare reserve where limestone and greywacke cliffs tower over native bush. Loop walks wind past caves, rock formations, and panoramic views of the coast.

30 km north · ~25 min drive

Kātiki Point Lighthouse

One of New Zealand's oldest wooden lighthouses, first lit in 1878. Set within a wildlife reserve at Moeraki with sightings of yellow-eyed penguins and fur seals.

Ready to Book Your Stay?

No online payment required — simply book your room and pay on arrival. Call us direct or book online.

Book Online 📞 03 465 1700

Free cancellation up to 7 days before check-in · Pay at hotel · No credit card required

Southern Hospitality
at its Finest

Your Home Away from Home in East Otago