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.

Copthorne Hotel and Resort Bay of Islands
1 Tau Henare Drive, Waitangi
The price is NZ$189 per night from 23 July to 24 July
NZ$189
23 July - 24 July
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)
"Booking in did not go well. Its seems that when the people at the property know that you booked through Expedia, they give you any average room that is outdated, or in poor condition. I had to query the room allocation the next and the staff at the reception said that their was a mistake made. this ..."
Reviewed on 17 Jul. 2025

The Duke of Marlborough Hotel
35 The Strand, Bay of Islands, Russell
The price is NZ$158 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
NZ$158
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Russell. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (826 reviews)
"Historic charm, wonderful location, right on the waterfront, an icon."
Reviewed on 8 Jul. 2025

Kingsgate Hotel Autolodge Paihia
104 Marsden Road, Paihia
The price is NZ$152 per night from 27 July to 28 July
NZ$152
27 July - 28 July
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)
"It was really good place to stay for holiday"
Reviewed on 28 Jun. 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 WiFi, 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 WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Paihia Beach and St Paul’s Church are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (256 reviews)
"car park and drive way very nerrow"
Reviewed on 7 Jun. 2025

Blue Pacific Quality Apartments
166 Marsden Road, Paihia, Bay Of Islands, Paihia
Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Paihia. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Te Ti Bay and Action World are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (202 reviews)
"Great experience. Loved how they had thought about the little things e.g. multi plugs in the rooms, electric blankets, Sky TV, Kitchen stocked with oil, milk, paper towels, glad wrap etc. Spa was lovely :)"
Reviewed on 13 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.
Activities

Discover the Bay - Hole in the Rock cruise includes Island Lunch
NZ$180
per adult
94% of travellers recommend

*Popular Cruise Ship Tour* Bay of Islands and Glow Worm Caves Shore Excursion
NZ$225
per adult
90% of travellers recommend

Hole in the Rock Scenic Cruise including Dolphins and Island stop
NZ$160
per adult

Far North New Zealand Tour Including 90 Mile Beach and Cape Reinga from Paihia
NZ$175
per adult
90% of travellers recommend

Bay of Islands: Awesome Day Sailing Tour with Island Stop
NZ$175
per adult
- Bay Of Islands Vintage Railway
- Hundertwasser Public Toilets
- Kawiti Caves
- Bay of Islands
- Paihia Beach
- Paihia Wharf
- Haruru Falls
- Russell Beach
- Waitangi Treaty Grounds
- Flagstaff Hill
- Long Beach
- Rainbow Falls
- Fairy Pools
- Russell Christ Church
- Ngawha Springs
- Waitangi Golf Club
- Elliot Bay's Beach
- Stone Store
- Kerikeri Mission House
- Bay of Islands Marina
- Makana Confections
- The Parrot Place
- Ginns Ngawha Springs
- The Old Packhouse Market
- Cape Brett Lighthouse
- St Paul’s Church
- Takou Bay