Winton accommodation

Winton is situated on the Invercargill-Queenstown highway. The town is named after Thomas Winton, a well-known stockman of the 1850s who regularly camped in the area. Travellers find Winton a handy refreshment stop on the way north or south – there are character cafés and friendly pubs. If you’re looking for a holiday that’s big on tranquillity, the local rivers are well stocked with brown trout. You’ll find an assortment of hotel and motel accommodation. For an authentic Southland experience, check out the farmstays and country homestays in the area.