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Castle Court Motel

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includes taxes & fees
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Warkworth Lodge

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includes taxes & fees
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Orewa Motor Lodge

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Orewa Beachcomber

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Northridge Country Lodge

Northridge Country Lodge

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Parakai Geothermal Motel

Parakai Geothermal Motel

Parakai Geothermal Motel
2.5 star property
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8.0 out of 10, Very good, (83)
"Unit 7 was rustic but enjoyed the isolation from the other units. "
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Manuka Views - Close to Thermal Hot Pools

Manuka Views - Close to Thermal Hot Pools

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9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (12)
"I enjoyed my stay; everything I may have needed was already there. Extremely clean, tidy and a peaceful place to stay."
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The price is NZ$171
includes taxes & fees
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Manuka Views - Close to Thermal Hot Pools
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Top Makarau Hotel Reviews

Orewa Beachcomber

Orewa Beachcomber

10/10 Excellent
"The clean and very comfortable. The staff did a great job of ensuring that we had everything we needed. Once again the staff were great!"
David 4-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Orewa Beachcomber

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Makarau Resort information

Number of reviews
3,856
Accommodation
0 Resort
Lowest Price
NZ$105
Highest Price
NZ$354

Frequently asked questions

What is Makarau like for a resort holiday?
Expedia can help you browse resorts and other accommodation options that have similar amenities and comforts. If you have trouble with finding a resort in Makarau that meets your needs, you can use the search page filters to look for hotels, or search for properties that offer amenities such as pools or all-inclusive rates. We make it easy to book great accommodation so you can focus on creating your trip itinerary.
What can I do in Makarau?
If you're interested in local sights, Kaipara Harbour, Parakai Springs and Snowplanet are some places to visit nearby. Other attractions in the area include Orewa Beach and Wenderholm Regional Park.
What's the seasonal weather in Makarau?
The hottest months are usually February and January, with an average temperature of 19°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 13°C. Average annual precipitation for Makarau is 1258 mm.
What's the best way to get to and around Makarau?
Fly into Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.), which is located 35.3 mi (56.8 km) away from the city centre. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.

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