Title: Kawakawa Travel Guide: Best of Kawakawa, Northland Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Kawakawa](https://expedia.co.uk/Kawakawa-Hotels.d553248634305079813.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Kawakawa](https://expedia.co.uk/Kawakawa-Holiday-Rentals.d553248634305079813.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Kawakawa Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Kawakawa.d553248634305079813.Car-Hire-Guide)[Kawakawa Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Kawakawa.d553248634305079813.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Kawakawa Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Sunny day aerial view of people fishing on Coromandel Wharf and relaxing on the beach in Waitawa Regional Park, Kawakawa, Auckland, New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634305079813/fb879831-f586-48cd-afef-1c9fcd403345.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Sunny day aerial view of people fishing on Coromandel Wharf and relaxing on the beach in Waitawa Regional Park, Kawakawa, Auckland, New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634305079813/fb879831-f586-48cd-afef-1c9fcd403345.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Cape Brett Lighthouse and Cape Brett Hut in Rawhiti New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634305079813/9ce7e2e7-e550-4103-a31f-e599a08722b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![People gather Waitawa Regional Park beach for swimming and relaxation, with many cars parked along the scenic coastal road in Kawakawa, Auckland, New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634305079813/261b5704-378d-4a9f-a70d-944f4d21a8b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Hundertwasser Public Toilets which includes art and interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634305069934/9cbd393f-ba1f-4f8a-8fca-36306ed47384.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Kawakawa Where to stay Things to do ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-uk-fr-de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Holiday Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and holiday homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.co.uk/cheap-deals?rfrr=DX_SPRING_PROMO_553248634305079813) ### Where to stay in Kawakawa ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Waiomio Waiomio might not have many top sights, but Bay Of Islands Vintage Railway and Hundertwasser Public Toilets are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kawakawa-Waiomio.dx553248634779716343) - Top hotels in Kawakawa - Top Holiday Rentals in Kawakawa ![Kingsgate Hotel Autolodge Paihia](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/26300/26206/e69356ab_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Kingsgate Hotel Autolodge Paihia 104 Marsden Road Paihia £100 29 Mar - 30 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Paihia. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews) Nice room, comfortable bed Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F03%2F2026&endDate=30%2F03%2F2026&selected=26206&PinnedHotelID=26206&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634305079813) ![Paihia Pacific Resort Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/580000/575600/575504/25c15d47_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Paihia Pacific Resort Hotel 27 Kings Road Paihia Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £83 10 Mar - 11 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Paihia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (593 reviews) TV had white circles throughout the screen. The venue is a little tired and in need of some updates. Really dislike the payment surcharge as well. Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F03%2F2026&endDate=11%2F03%2F2026&selected=575504&PinnedHotelID=575504&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634305079813) ![Copthorne Hotel and Resort Bay of Islands](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13000/12914/58f7aefb_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Copthorne Hotel and Resort Bay of Islands 1 Tau Henare Drive Waitangi £101 30 Mar - 31 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach hotel in Waitangi. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ... 7.8/10 Good! (1,005 reviews) Great location. Quite old property thats been refurbished but still has the feeling of a church camp. Pleasant but very basic rooms. Lack of adequate soundproofing between lower and upper floors .... If you're planning on staying here take my advice and don't let them put you on the ground floor ... Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=30%2F03%2F2026&endDate=31%2F03%2F2026&selected=12914&PinnedHotelID=12914&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634305079813) [See all 501 properties in Kawakawa](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=09%2F03%2F2026&endDate=10%2F03%2F2026®ionId=553248634305079813) 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. ![Sea Spray Suites ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2060000/2054000/2053938/f5ace243_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sea Spray Suites 138 Marsden Road Paihia Stay at this beach aparthotel in Paihia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Paihia Beach and Te Ti Bay are located ... 9/10 Wonderful! (732 reviews) Hotel very attentive with information pre check-in and on arrival. Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Paihia-Hotels-Sea-Spray-Suites-Heritage-Collection.h2053938.Hotel-Information) ![Blue Pacific Quality Apartments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1910000/1903400/1903388/fd47ad90_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Blue Pacific Quality Apartments 166 Marsden Road Paihia Stay at this beach aparthotel in Paihia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Te Ti Bay and Te Tii Marae Waitangi are located ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (217 reviews) Lovely and clean room, comfy warm bed and nice view Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Paihia-Hotels-Blue-Pacific-Quality-Apartments.h1903388.Hotel-Information) ![Outrigger Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6960000/6953200/6953178/c0696d80_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Outrigger Motel 45 Williams Road Paihia Stay at this beach aparthotel in Paihia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Paihia Beach and Paihia Wharf are located ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (200 reviews) A little tired, close walking distance to everything. Was good last minute accomodation. Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Paihia-Hotels-Outrigger-Motel.h6953178.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Kawakawa](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=553248634305079813&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) 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. ## Check Kawakawa hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248634305079813&startDate=2026-03-08&endDate=2026-03-09)[8 Mar - 9 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248634305079813&startDate=2026-03-08&endDate=2026-03-09) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248634305079813&startDate=2026-03-09&endDate=2026-03-10)[9 Mar - 10 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248634305079813&startDate=2026-03-09&endDate=2026-03-10) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248634305079813&startDate=13%2F03%2F2026&endDate=15%2F03%2F2026)[13 Mar - 15 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248634305079813&startDate=13%2F03%2F2026&endDate=15%2F03%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Bay Of Islands Vintage Railway](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635923092514/48488631-ba8f-4e1a-b294-0d04e16242e7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bay Of Islands Vintage Railway All aboard! This classic train ride in Kawakawa takes you back in time and provides a memorable experience for the whole family. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Bay-Of-Islands-Vintage-Railway-Kawakawa.d553248635923092514.Attraction) ![Hundertwasser Public Toilets showing art and interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634305069934/739614fc-383c-491d-9c1a-a80b49294ae0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hundertwasser Public Toilets You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Hundertwasser Public Toilets in Kawakawa. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hundertwasser-Public-Toilets-Kawakawa.d553248634305069934.Attraction) #### Kawiti Caves Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Kawiti Caves during your travels in Kawakawa. Visit the area's spas or amble around its beautiful beaches. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kawiti-Caves-Kawakawa.d553248634015503689.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Cape Reinga - the top of New Zealand where two oceans meet.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/726566/1dddf5d2-b433-4424-b8c0-fa14a8dc2321.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Far North New Zealand Tour Including 90 Mile Beach and Cape Reinga from Paihia £86 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/far-north-new-zealand-tour-including-90-mile-beach-and-cape-reinga-from-paihia.a726566.activity-details) ![Bottlenose Dolphins in the wild](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/726562/b9b25ee6-e8af-4d16-bf56-82b8084798a1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Discover the Bay - Hole in the Rock cruise includes Island Lunch £84 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/discover-the-bay-hole-in-the-rock-cruise-includes-island-lunch.a726562.activity-details) ![Tall Ship Sailing in the Bay of Islands](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44822610/3f00e8d2-7ff4-4fad-9c48-524afa683f61.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bay of Islands Tall Ship Sundowner Sailing £44 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/bay-of-islands-tall-ship-sundowner-sailing.a44822610.activity-details) ![Paihia/Russell: Hole in the Rock & Bay of Islands Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48137548/0002adaa-7a88-4069-b229-0718c92e3556.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### From Paihia: Hole in the Rock Cruise & Island Tour: 3 Hour £64 per adult **88%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-paihia-hole-in-the-rock-cruise-island-tour-3-hour.a48137548.activity-details) ![Hole in the Rock Tour & Bay of Islands Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48410498/5e8275dd-5277-4d72-9e9e-cbb19c14272c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hole in the Rock Tour & Bay of Islands Cruise £64 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/hole-in-the-rock-tour-bay-of-islands-cruise.a48410498.activity-details) ![Haruru Waterfalls and Glow Worm Caves Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50911019/9483f8f0-877a-46be-ae9b-18771a900519.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Haruru Waterfalls and Glow Worm Caves Tour £70 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/haruru-waterfalls-and-glow-worm-caves-tour.a50911019.activity-details) [See all activities in Kawakawa](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Kawakawa.d553248634305079813.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Kawakawa ![Bay of Islands, New Zealand. Panoramic view of yachts moored off the coast at Opua](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6131736/65cc6f2e-caa4-4262-b8f4-ef28847f5c73.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Opua ![Aerial view of the Haruru Falls cascading over rugged, dark rocks into a serene, emerald pool surrounded by lush greenery, Haruru Falls, Bay of Islands, New Zealand.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6135281/7f32efc3-b016-40eb-93ac-52b0a580eae4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Haruru - Cities near Kawakawa - Places of interest [Opua](https://expedia.co.uk/Opua.dx6131736)[Haruru](https://expedia.co.uk/Haruru.dx6135281) - [Bay of Islands ](https://expedia.co.uk/Bay-Of-Islands-Northland.d6024124.Attraction) - [Paihia Wharf ](https://expedia.co.uk/Paihia-Wharf-Paihia.d6291934.Attraction) - [Russell Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Russell-Beach-Russell.d6111726.Attraction) - [Haruru Falls ](https://expedia.co.uk/Haruru-Falls-Haruru.d6272438.Attraction) - [Ngawha Springs ](https://expedia.co.uk/Ngawha-Springs-Ngawha-Springs.d553248621532610692.Attraction) - [Stone Store ](https://expedia.co.uk/Stone-Store-Kerikeri.d6166269.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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