--- title: "The Best Hotels Closest to Homunga Bay Beach in Waihi - 2026 Updated Prices | Expedia" description: "Stay close to Homunga Bay Beach. Search 4 hotels near Homunga Bay Beach in Waihi from £40. Compare room rates, hotel reviews and availability. Most hotels are fully refundable." canonical: "https://www.expedia.co.uk/Homunga-Bay-Beach-Hotels.0-l890195392160301056-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels" language: en-GB market: GB currency: GBP prices_as_of: 2026-11-15T21:26:27Z --- Plan your trip - [Waihi Travel Guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Waihi.dx6151590) - [Flights to Waihi](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Waihi.d6151590.Travel-Guide-Flights) - [Things to do in Waihi](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Waihi.d6151590.Travel-Guide-Activities) - [Car Hire in Homunga Bay Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Homunga-Bay-Beach.d890195392160301056.Car-Hire-Guide) - [Homunga Bay Beach Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Homunga-Bay-Beach-Waihi.d890195392160301056.Attraction) - [Holiday Rentals in Waihi](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Waihi-Holiday-Rentals.d6151590.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals) # Search Hotels Near Homunga Bay Beach, Waihi ![Summer seascape beautiful waves, blue sea water in sunny day. 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Tasman Holiday Parks – Waihi Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Waihi-Beach-Hotels-Waihi-Beach-TOP-10-Holiday-Resort.h9624286.Hotel-Information) ![A pool area with umbrellas and lounge chairs, surrounded by trees and a view of the ocean.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624300/9624286/088c5e5e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Location: 2.6 mi from Homunga Bay Beach - Guest rating: 9/10 (Wonderful, 210 reviews) - Price: £48, includes taxes & fees, 16 Nov - 17 Nov, for Our top choices for Homunga Bay Beach hotels - Review: Great place to stay, cabin great with everything you could need. Staff awesome. Kids play area great, just didn’t have our kid with us. Access to beach across the road & Waihi Beach is just lovely., by Tania ### [2\. Athenree Hot Springs & Holiday Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Waihi-Beach-Hotels-Athenree-Hot-Springs-Holiday-Park.h26972962.Hotel-Information) ![A swimming pool area with a wooden fence, a covered seating area, and a sign indicating 'Aloha Reef'.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26980000/26973000/26972962/6efec71b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Location: 6.3 mi from Homunga Bay Beach - Guest rating: 9.6/10 (Exceptional, 73 reviews) - Price: £65, includes taxes & fees, 16 Nov - 17 Nov, for Our top choices for Homunga Bay Beach hotels - Review: Everything excellent. Just one remark: I think it is a little bit overpriced :), by Lana ### [3\. Palm Pacific Resort and Motel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whangamata-Hotels-Palm-Pacific-Resort-And-Motel.h42117458.Hotel-Information) ![A rectangular swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by a wooden deck and palm trees.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42120000/42117500/42117458/14ee6080.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Location: 11.2 mi from Homunga Bay Beach - Guest rating: 9.2/10 (Wonderful, 106 reviews) - Price: £119, includes taxes & fees, 16 Nov - 17 Nov, for Our top choices for Homunga Bay Beach hotels - Review: Great location, great room - would love to go back in the Summer and take advantag e of the pool. Would definitely stay again, by Sadie ### [4\. Goldmine Motel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Waihi-Hotels-Goldmine-Motel.h27159253.Hotel-Information) ![An outdoor patio with a table and chairs, a large umbrella, and a garden area with plants and rocks.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27160000/27159300/27159253/c483fb9f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Location: 6.2 mi from Homunga Bay Beach - Guest rating: 9.2/10 (Wonderful, 124 reviews) - Price: £87, includes taxes & fees, 16 Nov - 17 Nov, for Our top choices for Homunga Bay Beach hotels - Review: Enjoyed our stay. Very clean, very quiet and comfortable. Would stay again., by Sharron ### [5\. Palm Motel Waihi](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Waihi-Hotels-Palm-Motel-Waihi.h9627360.Hotel-Information) ![A view of a house with a large palm tree and a wooden table and bench in the foreground.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9627400/9627360/bcc4d5df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Location: 6.5 mi from Homunga Bay Beach - Guest rating: 8.4/10 (Very good, 280 reviews) - Price: £76, includes taxes & fees, 16 Nov - 17 Nov, for Our top choices for Homunga Bay Beach hotels - Review: Easy to find and great parking etc. Room clean will definitely stay again if in Waihi for work again. , by Sacha ### [6\. Tasman Holiday Parks – Beachaven](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Waihi-Beach-Hotels-Beachaven-Top-10-Holiday-Park.h9624344.Hotel-Information) ![An outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, surrounded by palm trees and a wooden fence.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624400/9624344/d1d23693.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Location: 2.9 mi from Homunga Bay Beach - Guest rating: 8.8/10 (Excellent, 220 reviews) - Price: £40, includes taxes & fees, 6 Dec - 7 Dec, for Our top choices for Homunga Bay Beach hotels - Review: Very helpful, friendly and great staff. They put a lot on for the kids and families which was great. Whole campsite was family friendly. Beds were super comfy. Only thing was our cabin was quite run down, needed some tlc and a very big deep clean., by Renee Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. [View all properties](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-11-29&endDate=2026-11-30®ionId=890195392160301056&adults=2&sort=RECOMMENDED&openPlayBack=true) ## Compare popular hotels close to Homunga Bay Beach | Property | Property class | Guest rating | Breakfast included | Pool | Spa | Pet-friendly | WiFi included | | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | ------------------------ | ------------ | ------------------ | ---- | --- | ------------ | ------------- | | ![A pool area with umbrellas and lounge chairs, surrounded by trees and a view of the ocean.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624300/9624286/088c5e5e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=675&p=1&q=medium)Tasman Holiday Parks – Waihi Beach | 9.0Wonderful210 reviews | View | | | | | | | ![A swimming pool area with a wooden fence, a covered seating area, and a sign indicating 'Aloha Reef'.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26980000/26973000/26972962/6efec71b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=675&p=1&q=medium)Athenree Hot Springs & Holiday Park | 9.6Exceptional73 reviews | View | | | | | | | ![A rectangular swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by a wooden deck and palm trees.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42120000/42117500/42117458/14ee6080.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=675&p=1&q=medium)Palm Pacific Resort and Motel | 9.2Wonderful106 reviews | View | | | | | | | ![An outdoor patio with a table and chairs, a large umbrella, and a garden area with plants and rocks.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27160000/27159300/27159253/c483fb9f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=675&p=1&q=medium)Goldmine Motel | 9.2Wonderful124 reviews | View | | | | | | | ![A view of a house with a large palm tree and a wooden table and bench in the foreground.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9627400/9627360/bcc4d5df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=675&p=1&q=medium)Palm Motel Waihi | 8.4Very good280 reviews | View | | | | | | ## Other attractions near Homunga Bay Beach ### Gilmour Reserve ![A pond with a fountain, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635922900817/1a3b842e-b64c-4477-ac90-d576200d4d32.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=960&h=640&p=1&q=medium) Rating: 9.6/10 (4 reviews) Explore the great outdoors at Gilmour Reserve, a lovely green space in Waihi. Amble around the area's beaches or seek out its hiking trails. [See properties](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=553248635922900817) ### Martha Mine ![A large open-pit mine with terraced walls and a train on tracks in the foreground.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108228/3a24871e-2713-4cf8-a38b-a4a22752b750.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=960&h=640&p=1&q=medium) Rating: 9.4/10 (22 reviews) Learn about the evolution of gold and silver mining and go on a tour to get close to the huge open pit of this still active mine. [See properties](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=6108228) ### Waihi Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Waihi Beach during your trip to Waihi Beach? While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches. [See properties](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=825312137040482304) ### Surf beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Surf beach during your trip to Whiritoa? [See properties](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=890195376391798784) ### Gold Discovery Centre You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Gold Discovery Centre in Gold Coast. Take in the entertainment choices while you're in the area. [See properties](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=1038752558375862272) ## Top Homunga Bay Beach Hotel Reviews ### [Athenree Hot Springs & Holiday Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Waihi-Beach-Hotels-Athenree-Hot-Springs-Holiday-Park.h26972962.Hotel-Information) ![A swimming pool area with a wooden fence, a covered seating area, and a sign indicating 'Aloha Reef'.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26980000/26973000/26972962/6efec71b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Address: 1 Athenree Rd, Waihi Beach, Bay Of Plenty, 3177, NZ - Location: Athenree - Star rating: 4/5 - Guest rating: 9.6/10 (73 reviews) - Review: Peaceful location, very well maintained holiday park. All was clean and smart and the welcome was very warm. The Hot Pools within the complex are pristine and a pleasure to use. All in all a very pleasant stay., by Anonymous traveller, 19 February 2019, rated 10/10 Excellent ### [Pedlars Motel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Paeroa-Hotels-Pedlars-Motel.h12788278.Hotel-Information) ![A balcony with a wooden floor and glass doors leading to a covered outdoor area.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12790000/12788300/12788278/5b12d3ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Location: Paeroa - Review: Very clean and excellent value for money. Staff gave good recommendations on where to go to eat. Recommend Joe's across the road for breakfast., by Nathan, 28 July 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent ### [Purple Hen Country Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tauranga-Hotels-Purple-Hen-Guest-House.h21337315.Hotel-Information) ![A wooden pathway leading to a building with a metal grate at the entrance.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21340000/21337400/21337315/dcb6b160.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Location: Tahawai - Review: Lovely stay with gracious hosts, all amenities were excellent spacious and quiet with a lovely comfortable bed. It was a nice return visit, by EDWARD, 19 February 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent ### [Goldmine Motel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Waihi-Hotels-Goldmine-Motel.h27159253.Hotel-Information) ![An outdoor patio with a table and chairs, a large umbrella, and a garden area with plants and rocks.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27160000/27159300/27159253/c483fb9f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Address: 6 Victoria St, Waihi, Waikato, 3610, NZ - Location: Waihi - Star rating: 3/5 - Guest rating: 9.2/10 (124 reviews) - Review: Comfortable venue and patient/gracious hosts: we arrived later than ideal, but the team were very friendly and understanding. A good place to stay in Waihi as a base to explore Waikato or to head to Bay of Plenty or the Coromandel. Would recommend., by Anonymous traveller, 13 March 2025, rated 10/10 Excellent ### [Tasman Holiday Parks – Waihi Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Waihi-Beach-Hotels-Waihi-Beach-TOP-10-Holiday-Resort.h9624286.Hotel-Information) ![A pool area with umbrellas and lounge chairs, surrounded by trees and a view of the ocean.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624300/9624286/088c5e5e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Address: 15 Beach Road, Waihi Beach, 3611, NZ - Location: Waihi Beach - Star rating: 5/5 - Guest rating: 9/10 (210 reviews) - Review: Excellent, by Rhona, 17 September 2025, rated 10/10 Excellent ### [Kaimai View Motel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tauranga-Hotels-ASURE-Kaimai-View-Motel.h27174708.Hotel-Information) ![A swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by outdoor furniture and potted plants.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27180000/27174800/27174708/d02ca772.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Location: Katikati - Review: One night stopover. Clean, comfortable & easy access to shops for food. Can't fault it., by Gary, 20 January 2025, rated 8/10 Good ### [Seascape Villa Bed & Breakfast](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tauranga-Hotels-Seascape-Villa-Bed-Breakfast.h4294716.Hotel-Information) ![A person sitting on a rock overlooking a beach with a sunset in the background.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4300000/4294800/4294716/f8ebe9ff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Location: Bellevue - Review: We stayed for four nights and were welcomed into David and Tatiana's home. It is a fabulous house within reach of all the sights around Tuaranga. The breakfast is fantastic basically you can have whatever you want. David will tell you all you want to know about the area and also has some funny stories to tell. This is excellent accomidation with very friendly hosts, by Alan, 22 January 2016, rated 10/10 Excellent ### [850 Cameron Motel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tauranga-Hotels-850-Cameron-Motel.h9626706.Hotel-Information) ![A bakery display case with various pastries and desserts.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626800/9626706/3f9b59c8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Location: Tauranga South - Review: Motel is in excellent condition and well kept and managed by the staff. Central for the town and drive out to the Mount, by Anonymous traveller, 15 March 2019, rated 10/10 Excellent ### [Palm Pacific Resort and Motel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whangamata-Hotels-Palm-Pacific-Resort-And-Motel.h42117458.Hotel-Information) ![A rectangular swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by a wooden deck and palm trees.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42120000/42117500/42117458/14ee6080.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Address: 413 Port Rd, Whangamata, Waikato, 3620, NZ - Location: Whangamata - Star rating: 3/5 - Guest rating: 9.2/10 (106 reviews) - Review: Great location, great room - would love to go back in the Summer and take advantag e of the pool. Would definitely stay again, by Sadie, 16 July 2026, rated 8/10 Good ### [Central Motor Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hamilton-Hotels-Central-Motor-Lodge.h11464319.Hotel-Information) ![A nighttime view of a residential area with houses and a large industrial facility in the background.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11470000/11464400/11464319/bd9ab667.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Location: Morrinsville - Review: Room was spotless and very roomy and quiet. Check in was easy and staff were very friendly and welcoming. Everything you would need for a few nights away., by Paul, 25 January 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent ### [Te Aroha Motel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Te-Aroha-Hotels-Te-Aroha-Motel.h27432056.Hotel-Information) ![A sign for Te Aroha Motel with a mountainous backdrop.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27440000/27432100/27432056/93868c5c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Location: Te Aroha - Review: Immaculate condition and super clean. Great location and quiet. Perfect for what we needed., by Philippa, 11 January 2025, rated 10/10 Excellent ### [The Reef Beachfront Apartments](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tauranga-Hotels-The-Reef-Beachfront-Apartments.h9628681.Hotel-Information) ![A covered outdoor seating area with lounge chairs and a table, overlooking a beach with a clear view of the sea and a distant island.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9628700/9628681/f44399f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Location: Mount Maunganui - Review: Beautiful spacious apartments in a fantastic location that are spotlessly clean and provide all amenities needed for your stay Staff were very welcoming and helpful Secure underground car parking provided, by Julie, 9 February 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent ### [CitySide Hotel Tauranga](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tauranga-Hotels-CitySide-Hotel-Tauranga.h93425277.Hotel-Information) ![A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of greenery through the window.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93430000/93425300/93425277/85c6152e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Location: Tauranga - Review: Lovely room, nice location, by Nigel, 3 April 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent ### [Harbour View Motel and Water Front Apartments](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tauranga-Hotels-Asure-Harbour-View-Motel.h6722095.Hotel-Information) ![A wooden deck with a table and chairs overlooking a body of water.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6730000/6722100/6722095/91e72655.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Location: Tauranga - Review: Fantastic hosts who made us very welcome. Lots of extra little touches and attention to detail. Very eco conscious. Would definitely stay again. Xx, by Natasha, 5 January 2024, rated 10/10 Excellent ### [Quest Tauranga Central](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tauranga-Hotels-Quest-Tauranga-Central.h36274182.Hotel-Information) ![A view from a window overlooking a waterfront with buildings and a tree.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36280000/36274200/36274182/74e8a505.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Location: Tauranga - Review: Happy receptionist and very organised (wedge for the door provided, told us where to park etc). Rooms clean and comfortable. Central to Tauranga town I.e. a drive 16 minutes to the beach which has ample parking (unless the marathon is happening)., by Colin, 17 January 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent ### [Tairua Shores](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tairua-Hotels-Tairua-Shores.h430163.Hotel-Information) ![A natural rock formation with a cave-like opening.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/440000/430200/430163/c5d649b4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Location: Tairua - Review: We would highly recommend staying at Tairua Shores. The accommodation was clean, warm and well equipped with everything you might need for a stay in Tairua. My husband and I would definitely stay again., by Nicole, 8 July 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent ## Frequently Asked Questions ### What's the area like around Homunga Bay Beach? Homunga Bay Beach is located in Waihi. You'll find 142 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base. ### Where is the best place to stay near Homunga Bay Beach? [Orokawa Bay Retreat](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Waihi-Hotels-Orokawa-Bay-Retreat.h83654956.Hotel-Information) is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this lodge offers a full-service spa and free breakfast. It's located 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Homunga Bay Beach. Other good options within 5 miles include [Tasman Holiday Parks – Beachaven](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Waihi-Beach-Hotels-Beachaven-Top-10-Holiday-Park.h9624344.Hotel-Information) and [Tasman Holiday Parks – Waihi Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Waihi-Beach-Hotels-Waihi-Beach-TOP-10-Holiday-Resort.h9624286.Hotel-Information). ### How many hotels can I expect to find near Homunga Bay Beach? Expedia has 142 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Homunga Bay Beach. ### If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Homunga Bay Beach, will I receive a refund? Yes, the majority of room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best options available near Homunga Bay Beach.