Opito Bay Travel Guide

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OPITO BAY, COROMANDEL PENINSULA, NEW ZEALAND, Panoramic view of a coastal town nestled beside a beautiful beach. Houses line the shore, with a sailboat visible on the water. Tranquil seaside scene.
OPITO BAY, COROMANDEL PENINSULA, NEW ZEALAND, Panoramic view of a coastal town nestled beside a beautiful beach. Houses line the shore, with a sailboat visible on the water. Tranquil seaside scene.
, OPITO BAY, COROMANDEL PENINSULA, NEW ZEALAND, Aerial view of a tranquil beach, houses nestled in the hills above. Sunny day, gentle waves.
OPITO BAY, COROMANDEL PENINSULA, NEW ZEALAND, Aerial view of a pristine beach, nestled between rolling hills and turquoise water. Coastal landscape with a sailboat in the distance.
Amazing day in Optio Bay, NZ - much quieter place to visit (not as many tourists) with some great little hikes (shown in picture), great swimming and kayaking!

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Hot Water Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park

Hot Water Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park

3 out of 5
790 Hot Water Beach Road, Waikato Hot Water Beach
The price is £61 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
£61
12 Mar - 13 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this holiday park in Hot Water Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (571 reviews)
Friendly staff, great pool, walking distance from the beach

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Hot Water Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park
Coromandel Shelly Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park

Coromandel Shelly Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park

2 out of 5
243 Colville Rd Coromandel Waikato
The price is £51 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
£51
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly campsite in Coromandel. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Long Bay and Driving Creek Railway ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (107 reviews)
Staff were courteous and polite, grounds neat and well presented. Rooms need maintenance, dining chairs need replacing beds were comfortable, did not think the room was well presented for value .

Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026

Coromandel Shelly Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park
Albert Number 6 Motel

Albert Number 6 Motel

3 out of 5
6 Albert Street Whitianga
The price is £78 per night from 18 Mar to 19 Mar
£78
18 Mar - 19 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Whitianga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and free bicycles on-site. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (419 reviews)
Very friendly and helpful staff made or stay really relaxing and enjoyable. Room comfortable and their organised systems made life easy. Helped with extras like a spade and towel for the hot water beach and discounts and suggestions for outings. Loved it all.

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Albert Number 6 Motel
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Coromandel Shelly Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park

Coromandel Shelly Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park

2 out of 5
243 Colville Rd Coromandel Waikato
Stay at this family-friendly campsite in Coromandel. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Long Bay and Driving Creek Railway ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (107 reviews)
Staff were courteous and polite, grounds neat and well presented. Rooms need maintenance, dining chairs need replacing beds were comfortable, did not think the room was well presented for value .

Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026

Coromandel Shelly Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park
Oceans Resort Whitianga

Oceans Resort Whitianga

4.5 out of 5
18 Eyre Stree Whitianga
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Whitianga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Cathedral Cove and Hahei Beach are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (314 reviews)
Clean room, good location, friendly staff, safe area, lots of room, good parking options.

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

Oceans Resort Whitianga
Waterfront Apartments Whitianga

Waterfront Apartments Whitianga

3.5 out of 5
2 Buffalo beach Road Whitianga WKO
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Whitianga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (238 reviews)
The staff were very friendly and very helpful during pur stay.

Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026

Waterfront Apartments Whitianga
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Popular places to visit

Opito Point Historic Reserve

You can take time to visit Opito Point Historic Reserve during your travels to Opito Bay.

Opito Point Historic Reserve

Moore Park

Explore the great outdoors at Moore Park, a lovely green space in Opito Bay.

Moore Park

Things to do

Cathedral Cove Kayak Tour

Cathedral Cove Kayak Tour

£90
per adult
Cathedral Cove Kayak Tour
Orua Sea Cave

Sea Cave Adventures in Whitianga

£62
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sea Cave Adventures in Whitianga
Whitianga: Sailing Trip to Cathedral Cove

Whitianga: Sailing Trip to Cathedral Cove

£64
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Whitianga: Sailing Trip to Cathedral Cove
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Cities near Opito Bay

Coromandel Peninsula which includes forest scenes

Coromandel Forest Park

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