Title: Kawakawa Travel Guide: Best of Kawakawa, Northland Travel 2025 | 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 ![Kawakawa](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/180000/180401-Hundertwasser-Toilets.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Paihia which includes outdoor art](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/180000/180400-Hundertwasser-Toilets.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Paihia showing outdoor art](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/180000/180402-Hundertwasser-Toilets.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Paihia which includes outdoor art](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/180000/180399-Hundertwasser-Toilets.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Kawakawa](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/180000/180403-Hundertwasser-Toilets.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Kawakawa Things to do - Top hotels in Kawakawa - Top Holiday Rentals in Kawakawa ![Kingsgate Hotel Autolodge Paihia](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/26300/26206/8660070f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Kingsgate Hotel Autolodge Paihia 104 Marsden Road, Paihia £86 28 Oct - 29 Oct 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) I stayed at this hotel 2 different times during my holiday and both times the rooms were clean and comfortable, Our second stay was not booked correctly by expedia, but they were kind enough to give us a roomand refund the money for the stay on the wrong date expedia booked. Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=28%2F10%2F2025&endDate=29%2F10%2F2025&selected=26206&PinnedHotelID=26206&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634305079813) ![Copthorne Hotel and Resort Bay of Islands](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13000/12914/56840ddc_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Copthorne Hotel and Resort Bay of Islands 1 Tau Henare Drive, Waitangi £72 28 Oct - 29 Oct 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! (998 reviews) Check-in and check-out was easy. Wasn't aware of the bond. Parents need to mindful of their little ones in the hot tub there was one family of so many little kids under 8 that were in there in thier own and jumping off the high rocks Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=28%2F10%2F2025&endDate=29%2F10%2F2025&selected=12914&PinnedHotelID=12914&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634305079813) ![Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2400000/2398700/2398606/72b27035_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands 58 Seaview Road, Paihia £73 30 Oct - 31 Oct includes taxes & fees Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Paihia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Paihia Beach and Paihia Wharf are located ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (978 reviews) Nice generous room size and beds really good shower pressure definitely recommend and the price was really reasonable Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=30%2F10%2F2025&endDate=31%2F10%2F2025&selected=2398606&PinnedHotelID=2398606&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634305079813) [See all 506 properties in Kawakawa](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=28%2F10%2F2025&endDate=29%2F10%2F2025®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, 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! (708 reviews) Clean room. Walkable to everything. The view was beautiful. Very accommodating staff. Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Paihia-Hotels-Sea-Spray-Suites-Heritage-Collection.h2053938.Hotel-Information) ![Edgewater Palms Apartments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9627200/9627192/56700f07_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### 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 Paihia Wharf are located ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (260 reviews) We stayed for 1 night only in early October. The 2 bedroom apartment was excellent. The bathrooms and kitchen were very clean and tidy, as was the lounge area. There was ample parking in the basement area. The walk to the township of Paihia was along the sea-shore and was very pleasant, and close ... Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Paihia-Hotels-Edgewater-Palms-Apartments.h9627192.Hotel-Information) ![Bay of Islands Holiday Apartments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4300000/4292700/4292649/eefbab02_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Bay of Islands Holiday Apartments 52 Puketona Road, Paihia Stay at this 3.5-star golf apartment in Paihia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a free airport shuttle. Popular attractions Action World and Te Ti Bay are ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (61 reviews) It was very relaxing and peaceful with very comfortable bedding. Reviewed on 31 Aug 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Paihia-Hotels-Bay-Of-Islands-Holiday-Apartments.h4292649.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. 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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](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/180000/180401-Hundertwasser-Toilets.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 £84 per adult **90%** 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) ![Guided Caves Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46127771/13353eba-590d-41f3-82ae-cacd712fd61a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Glow Worm Caves Express Tour in Bay of Islands £67 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/glow-worm-caves-express-tour-in-bay-of-islands.a46127771.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 £58 per adult [](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 £58 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/hole-in-the-rock-tour-bay-of-islands-cruise.a48410498.activity-details) ![Bay of Islands: Awesome Day Sailing Tour with Island Stop](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4769913/c4e98d5c-e27f-4322-82f2-8392d740c1d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bay of Islands: Awesome Day Sailing Tour with Island Stop £76 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/bay-of-islands-awesome-day-sailing-tour-with-island-stop.a4769913.activity-details) ![Bay of islands Waterfall Cruise Kayaking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46006262/e9dc8eb2-d3fa-4839-9e4b-cb131b30e962.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bay of islands Waterfall Cruise Kayaking Tour £42 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/bay-of-islands-waterfall-cruise-kayaking-tour.a46006262.activity-details) [See all activities in Kawakawa](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Kawakawa.d553248634305079813.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Kawakawa ![Opua](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/f0a09ec5ac8715641b5d3ba2ce2949fa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Opua [](https://expedia.co.uk/Opua.dx6131736) ![Haruru Falls which includes a waterfall, kayaking or canoeing and a river or creek](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/178000/178990-Northlands.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Haruru [](https://expedia.co.uk/Haruru.dx6135281) - 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) - [Haruru Falls](https://expedia.co.uk/Haruru-Falls-Haruru.d6272438.Attraction) - [Russell Beach](https://expedia.co.uk/Russell-Beach-Russell.d6111726.Attraction) - [Ngawha Springs](https://expedia.co.uk/Ngawha-Springs-Ngawha-Springs.d553248621532610692.Attraction) - [The Parrot Place](https://expedia.co.uk/The-Parrot-Place-Kerikeri.d553248621532610702.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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