The Far North
On SH10, 10km north of the turn-off to Whangaroa, this hostel has a deservedly great reputation – for its comfortable accommodation, bucolic setting and…
Must-see hotels in The Far North
The Far North
Across from the beach, this superb kauri villa (1880) has been beautifully restored and converted into an exceptional hostel. There’s no TV, which…
The Far North
This atmospheric 1861 kauri inn is now an elegant boutique hotel with contemporary design and top-notch furnishings in its six rooms and suites. It oozes…
The Far North
More like a family-run homestay than a backpackers hostel, this super-friendly hostel has only three bedrooms, shared bathrooms, and a separate cabin and…
The Far North
You'll need a car to get here, but the views from the generously proportioned deck more than justify the distance from the water. The two spacious rooms…
The Far North
Who cares if it’s a bit bourgeois for Ahipara? These two upmarket, self-contained apartments have watery views and there’s direct access to the beach. The…
Mangonui Waterfront Apartments Motel
The Far North
Character radiates from the kauri boards of these apartments, which occupy a set of historic houses on the Mangonui waterfront. Each is different, ranging…
The Far North
Six kilometres down an unsealed road on the Aupouri Peninsula’s east side, this unusual turreted house offers a homey environment and plenty of quiet…
Ramada Resort Reia Taipa Beach
The Far North
Renovated accommodation and a warm welcome combine at this long-standing resort, which offers a choice between beachfront and poolside studio units and…
The Far North
There’s a large range of accommodation on offer at this holiday park, including cabins, motel units and a worn but perfectly presentable YHA-affiliated…
Whatuwhiwhi Top 10 Holiday Park
The Far North
Sheltered by hills and close to the beach, this friendly neat complex has a great location, good facilities, free barbecues and a playground. It also…
The Far North
A large first-in, first-served (no bookings) camping ground at the peninsula's most beautiful beach, with flush toilets, drinking water and cold showers.
The Far North
Simple DOC site with flush toilets and cold showers, located by a stream near the white sands of Rarawa Beach.
The Far North
There's something very Australian-looking about this hilltop lodge, with its wide verandas and gum trees, tempered by Māori and Pacific design in the…
The Far North
Tauranga Bay Holiday Park has well-maintained accommodation on the picturesque beachfront, but it lacks trees and bears the brunt of the weather. A charge…
The Far North
Taking up the north end of the beach, this beachfront holiday park has only a handful of cabins but plenty of space to pitch a tent or park a campervan…
The Far North
Reached by the Wairakau Stream Track, this remote hut has 16 bunk beds and composting toilets. Bring everything else and book well ahead; it's usually…
The Far North
This old-style brick motel on the outskirts of town has clean and tidy units with full kitchens. There's also a barbecue area and swing set for the kids.
The Far North
Opting for a breezy Spanish style, this tidy motel has well-kept units set among palm trees and lawns, with a swimming pool.
DOC Kapowairua (Spirits Bay) Campsite
The Far North
Down the eastern end of long, lovely Spirits Bay, this conservation-department campsite has flush toilets and cold showers.
The Far North
Situated by the estuary at the east end of pretty Tapotupotu Bay. Expect flush toilets, cold showers and little else.
The Far North
DOC maintains a 12-person hut on Motukawanui Island, but you’ll need a boat or kayak to reach it and you’ll need to book ahead. Only water, mattresses and…
The Far North
Adequate motel accommodation positioned right by the main road, with manicured lawns facing the Houhora Harbour.
