Must-see hotels in Hauraki Gulf Islands

  • XSPOT

    Hauraki Gulf Islands

    Great Barrier's most spectacular accommodation option is also one of its more remote. A 25-minute drive from Tryphena – rent a 4WD vehicle – XSPOT is a…

  • Fossil Bay Lodge

    Waiheke Island

    Three cabins face the main building, which houses the communal toilets, kitchen and living area, and a compact self-contained upstairs apartment. …

  • Waiheke Dreams

    Waiheke Island

    Dream a little dream of a luxurious, modern, spacious, open-plan two-bedroom house on the crest of a hill with unsurpassed views over Oneroa Bay and the…

  • Trillium Lodge

    Hauraki Gulf Islands

    Uniquely constructed of giant logs milled on the island, Trillium Lodge is one of Great Barrier's more distinctive accommodation options. All of the six…

  • Enclosure Bay

    Waiheke Island

    If you're going to shell out for a luxury B&B, you expect it to be special, and that's certainly what's offered here. Each of the three guest rooms have…

  • Cable Bay Views

    Waiheke Island

    These three modern, self-contained studio apartments have stellar vineyard views and are handy to a couple of Waiheke's best vineyard restaurants. Check…

  • Beach House

    Hauraki Gulf Islands

    In the north of the island, on Kawau's best sandy beach, this upmarket complex has diverse accommodation options. Choose from beachfront suites, rooms…

  • Aotea Lodge

    Hauraki Gulf Islands

    A well-tended, sunny garden surrounds these reasonably priced units, perched on the hill just above Tryphena. They range from a two-bedroom house to an…

  • Medlands Beach Backpackers & Villas

    Hauraki Gulf Islands

    Chill out in the garden of this house on the hill, overlooking beautiful Medlands Beach. The backpackers' area is simple, with a little double chalet for…

  • Tawa Lodge

    Waiheke Island

    Between the self-contained two-person cottage at the front (pick of the lot, due to the sublimely romantic views) and the apartment and house at the rear…

  • Punga Lodge

    Waiheke Island

    Both the colourful en-suite rooms in the house and the self-contained garden units have access to decks looking onto a lush tropical garden. A renovation…

  • Tipi & Bob’s Waterfront Lodge

    Hauraki Gulf Islands

    West of Tryphena, these smart motel-style units have some wonderful sea views and helpful owners. The cheapest room doesn't lend itself to cat swinging,…

  • Oyster Inn

    Waiheke Island

    With a breezy and cool ambience inspired by classic American Cape Cod style, the Oyster Inn has just three rooms in the heart of the Oneroa shops. There…

  • Crossroads Lodge

    Hauraki Gulf Islands

    This low-key backpackers is 2km from the Great Barrier Aerodrome and Claris and close to forest walks and hot springs. Covered walkways connect the…

  • Hekerua Lodge

    Waiheke Island

    This secluded hostel is surrounded by native bush and has a barbecue, stone-tiled pool, spa pool, sunny deck and casual lounge area, plus its own walking…

  • Sunset Waterfront Lodge

    Hauraki Gulf Islands

    Gaze across the lawn to the sea from the attractive studio units, or fight over who’s going to get the pointy room in the two-bedroom A-frame villas…

  • Shoal Bay Lodge

    Hauraki Gulf Islands

    Hidden among the trees, this three-bedroom house offers sea views, birdsong and solar power. Arm yourself with a glass of wine and stake a place on the…

  • Poukaraka Flats Campsite

    Waiheke Island

    In Whakanewha Regional Park, this pretty but basic waterfront camping ground has toilets, outdoor cold showers, gas barbecues and drinking water.

  • Island Accommodation

    Hauraki Gulf Islands

    Offers a booking service, which is handy for finding self-contained houses for longer stays.

  • DOC Bunkhouse

    Hauraki Gulf Islands

    A house operated by DOC, with a full kitchen and proper bathrooms. Bring your own bedding.

  • DOC Campsite

    Hauraki Gulf Islands

    This DOC campsite has basic facilities, including water, cold showers, toilets and a food preparation shelter. You need to bring your own gas cooking…

  • DOC Campsite

    Hauraki Gulf Islands

    This DOC campsite has basic facilities, including water, cold showers, toilets and a food preparation shelter. You need to bring your own gas cooking…

  • Mt Heale Hut

    Hauraki Gulf Islands

    This DOC hut in the Great Barrier Forest has 20 bunk beds, cold running water, chemical toilets and a kitchen and dining area with a gas cooker. Bring…

  • Kaiaraara Hut

    Hauraki Gulf Islands

    This DOC hut in the Great Barrier Forest has bunk beds, cold running water, chemical toilets and a kitchen/dining area. Bring your own sleeping bag and…

  • Medlands Beach Campsite

    Hauraki Gulf Islands

    This beachside campsite offers simple facilities, including water, cold showers, toilets and a shelter for food preparation. Open fires are prohibited so…

  • Akapoua Bay Campsite

    Hauraki Gulf Islands

    This DOC campsite has basic facilities, including water, cold showers, toilets and a food-preparation shelter. You need to bring your own gas cooking…

  • The Green Campsite

    Hauraki Gulf Islands

    Offering basic facilities, including water, cold showers, toilets and a shelter for food preparation. Open fires are prohibited so you'll need to bring…

  • Harataonga Bay Campsite

    Hauraki Gulf Islands

    Offering basic facilities, including water, cold showers, toilets and a shelter for food preparation. Open fires are prohibited so you'll need to bring…

  • Whangapoua Campsite

    Hauraki Gulf Islands

    This campsite has basic facilities, including water, cold showers, toilets and a shelter for food preparation. Pack your own gas cooking stove as open…

  • Awana Bay Campsite

    Hauraki Gulf Islands

    Offering basic facilities, including water, cold showers, toilets and a shelter for food preparation. Bring your own gas cooking stove as open fires are…

  • DOC Campsite

    Hauraki Gulf Islands

    The DOC campsite requires bookings and provides toilets, cold showers and water. There's also a cottage that sleeps five ($60); bring your own linen and…

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