Title: Matauri Bay Travel Guide: Best of Matauri Bay, Northland Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Matauri Bay](https://expedia.co.uk/Matauri-Bay-Hotels.d6052668.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Matauri Bay](https://expedia.co.uk/Matauri-Bay-Holiday-Rentals.d6052668.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Matauri Bay Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Matauri-Bay.d6052668.Car-Hire-Guide)[Matauri Bay Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Matauri-Bay.d6052668.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Matauri Bay Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Rainbow Warrior Memorial sculpture in Matauri Bay, Northland, New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6052668/806c5af1-6389-4104-b98f-339fc57344a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Rainbow Warrior Memorial sculpture in Matauri Bay, Northland, New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6052668/806c5af1-6389-4104-b98f-339fc57344a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Campers and beachgoers enjoy a sunny day at the beach. Families relax and play near campsites. MATAURI BAY, NORTHLAND, NZ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6052668/c26374c8-ef53-4a13-b46d-042a83af73fd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Rainbow Warrior Memorial sculpture in Matauri Bay, Northland, New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6052668/829242e7-0ab2-4aab-8335-bb55a5868f9c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![A beautiful beach in the north of the country.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6052668/1180fb15-c2e3-4dcf-be3d-32c486fb2ad6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Matauri Bay 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_6052668) - Top hotels in Matauri Bay - Top Holiday Rentals in Matauri Bay ![Rosewood Kauri Cliffs](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/910000/907500/907498/d955e1f4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Rosewood Kauri Cliffs 139 Tepene Tablelands Road Matauri Bay £2,141 21 Feb - 22 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury lodge in Matauri Bay. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Matauri Bay Beach and Rainbow Warrior Memorial ... 10/10 Exceptional! (11 reviews) Great golf course! Wonderful stay !Staff could not be better. Reviewed on 19 Nov 2023 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=907498&PinnedHotelID=907498&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6052668) ![Relax while taking in the expansive sea views](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33560000/33557100/33557034/128fdc9c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Relax while taking in the expansive sea views Matauri Bay Northland Stay at this holiday home in Matauri Bay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Matauri Bay Beach and Rainbow Warrior Memorial ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (114 reviews) Mow the lawns would be more presentable Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F02%2F2026&endDate=26%2F02%2F2026&selected=33557034&PinnedHotelID=33557034&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6052668) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F02%2F2026&endDate=26%2F02%2F2026&selected=33557034&PinnedHotelID=33557034&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6052668) ![Private beach log cabin with boat ramp on 60 acre coastal property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37860000/37858000/37857909/5769eaf8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Private beach log cabin with boat ramp on 60 acre coastal property Matauri Bay Northland Stay at this beach cabin in Matauri Bay. Enjoy a private beach, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Omorere Reef and Matauri Bay Beach are located ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (20 reviews) The cabin was tidy and the private little bay right at your door was beautiful. Check in and out was so easy. Host was lovely and accomodating. 10/10 experience. Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F02%2F2026&endDate=26%2F02%2F2026&selected=37857909&PinnedHotelID=37857909&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6052668) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F02%2F2026&endDate=26%2F02%2F2026&selected=37857909&PinnedHotelID=37857909&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6052668) [See all 543 properties in Matauri Bay](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=12%2F02%2F2026&endDate=13%2F02%2F2026®ionId=6052668) 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. ![Relax while taking in the expansive sea views](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33560000/33557100/33557034/128fdc9c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Relax while taking in the expansive sea views Matauri Bay Northland Stay at this holiday home in Matauri Bay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Matauri Bay Beach and Rainbow Warrior Memorial ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (114 reviews) Mow the lawns would be more presentable Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Matauri-Bay-Hotels-Relax-While-Taking-In-The-Expansive-Sea-Views.h33557034.Hotel-Information) ![Private beach log cabin with boat ramp on 60 acre coastal property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37860000/37858000/37857909/5769eaf8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Private beach log cabin with boat ramp on 60 acre coastal property Matauri Bay Northland Stay at this beach cabin in Matauri Bay. Enjoy a private beach, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Omorere Reef and Matauri Bay Beach are located ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (20 reviews) The cabin was tidy and the private little bay right at your door was beautiful. Check in and out was so easy. Host was lovely and accomodating. 10/10 experience. Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Matauri-Bay-Hotels-Private-Beach-Log-Cabin-With-Boat-Ramp-On-60-Acre-Coastal-Property.h37857909.Hotel-Information) ![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! (728 reviews) The images shown on the website are deceiving. Only a few units are renovated and only the front ones have water views. The photos are wide angle shots making the rooms look spacious The hotel rooms are old and have had a band aid job. The rooms and furnishing are dark and depressing and there is ... Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Paihia-Hotels-Sea-Spray-Suites-Heritage-Collection.h2053938.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Matauri Bay](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6052668&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 Matauri Bay hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6052668&startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12)[11 Feb - 12 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6052668&startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6052668&startDate=2026-02-12&endDate=2026-02-13)[12 Feb - 13 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6052668&startDate=2026-02-12&endDate=2026-02-13) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6052668&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6052668&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6052668&startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026)[20 Feb - 22 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6052668&startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit #### Rainbow Warrior Memorial Learn about the local history of Matauri Bay when you spend time at Rainbow Warrior Memorial. Amble around the area's white-sand beaches or visit its spas. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Rainbow-Warrior-Memorial-Matauri-Bay.d6111752.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Stone Store & Mission Station](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1760218/ded1a2d4-ed21-45a3-a89e-faabc4179af3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Shore Excursion To Historic Kerikeri Including Lunch £93 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/shore-excursion-to-historic-kerikeri-including-lunch.a1760218.activity-details) ![Picture 1 for Activity From Paihia or Kerikeri: Bay of Islands Wine Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44506890/406e5ce5-434a-4fad-9911-9e99bfec46bb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Paihia or Kerikeri: Wine, Spirit, & Craft Beer Tour £93 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/paihia-or-kerikeri-wine.a44506890.activity-details) [See all activities in Matauri Bay](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Matauri-Bay.d6052668.Travel-Guide-Activities) - Cities near Matauri Bay - Places of interest - [Rainbow Warrior Memorial ](https://expedia.co.uk/Rainbow-Warrior-Memorial-Matauri-Bay.d6111752.Attraction) - [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) - [Doubtless Bay ](https://expedia.co.uk/Doubtless-Bay-Northland.d6135273.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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