Kawakawa Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Visit Kawakawa
Where to stay in Kawakawa

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.

The Duke of Marlborough Hotel
35 The Strand, Bay of Islands, Russell
The price is £62 per night from 14 Aug to 15 Aug
£62
14 Aug - 15 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Russell. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (828 reviews)
Beautifully presented hotel on the harbour
"Beautifully presented historic hotel, right on the harbour front, well equipped spacious room, wonderful comfy bed"
Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

Copthorne Hotel and Resort Bay of Islands
1 Tau Henare Drive, Waitangi
The price is £76 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
£76
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Waitangi. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.6/10 Good! (999 reviews)
Not long enough
"Breakfast is well worth it. Great pool.area. Good options for parking. Especially liked the arrival.and departure drive in area for loading and unloading vehicles. We have already booked our room for.Jan 2026."
Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

Kingsgate Hotel Autolodge Paihia
104 Marsden Road, Paihia
The price is £67 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
£67
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Paihia. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (998 reviews)
Three night stay in paihia
"This is a lovely hotel right in the beach front. Unfortunately there were really bad storms prior to or arrival and the waves had come over the sea wall into the pool and flooded the basement. This resulted in the pool being closed for our three night stay. This out of anyone’s control but was a ..."
Reviewed on 19 Jul 2025
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
138 Marsden Road, Bay of Islands, Paihia
Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Paihia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Te Ti Bay and Paihia Wharf are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (695 reviews)
"We rented a 2 bed apartment and it was fabulous. Very spacious with great kitchen and washer and dryer. Nice toiletries. Very clean. Easy walking distance to the restaurants and supermarket and a stones throw from the beach."
Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

Edgewater Palms Apartments
8 - 10 Marsden Road, Paihia
Stay at this 4-star luxury aparthotel in Paihia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Paihia Beach and St Paul’s Church are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (257 reviews)
"Best Apartments in Paihia. Without a doubt"
Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025

Blue Pacific Quality Apartments
166 Marsden Road, Paihia, Bay Of Islands, Paihia
Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Paihia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Popular attractions Te Ti Bay and Action World are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (203 reviews)
Great value stay in a lovely location
"A clean, comfortable stay in a great location in Paihia. Lovely sunrise views from the apartment and we enjoyed the hot tub. Our room was spacious and a good size with dual bathrooms for a family. Helpful front desk staff and tour collection was easy from the end of the driveway. Great value for ..."
Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025
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.
Popular places to visit

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.

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.
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.
Things to do

*Popular Cruise Ship Tour* Bay of Islands and Glow Worm Caves Shore Excursion
£101
per adult
90% of travellers recommend

From Paihia: Scenic Cruise with Roberton Island Stopover
£60
per adult
90% of travellers recommend

Discover the Bay - Hole in the Rock cruise includes Island Lunch
£81
per adult
94% of travellers recommend

Hole in the Rock Scenic Cruise including Dolphins and Island stop
£72
per adult

Far North New Zealand Tour Including 90 Mile Beach and Cape Reinga from Paihia
£78
per adult
90% of travellers recommend