What's the area like around Waihau Bay Beach?

If you're planning to come to the area to visit Waihau Bay Beach, take some time to see the rest of the sights while you're in town. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, you could search for properties close to public transport so it's easy to get around.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Waihau Bay Beach?

Lottin Point Motel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this 3-star property offers a restaurant and free WiFi. You'll find it 14.1 mi (22.6 km) from Waihau Bay Beach. Other good options in the area include Off the grid glamping and Nga Puriri Bed and Breakfast .

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20 Cheap Hotels Near Waihau Bay Beach

Whanarua Bay Cottages - The Cottage

14 km from Waihau Bay Beach

4.8/5 Exceptional! (8 reviews)

Whanarua Stay

"The property was Dog friendly, well equipped and catered to all our needs. Despite its location on the main coast road it was extraordinarily quiet. The availability of wifi to the property is by on-site prepay at $10 per GB. An excellent lesson in economy of use! Food wise, the traveler should ensure ..."

Reviewed on 20 Feb. 2021

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Secluded Getaway @ Whanarua Bay

14 km from Waihau Bay Beach

5/5 Exceptional! (12 reviews)

Lovely spot to stay - A1

"Fabulous location- great host Thanks Kim for the extras you provide for guests"

Reviewed on 12 Apr. 2021

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Whanarua Bay Cottages - Tree House

15 km from Waihau Bay Beach

5/5 Exceptional! (7 reviews)

Fishing trip

"Comfortable clean . As close as we could get at the time to waihau bay. Boat washing area. Everything we needed."

Reviewed on 15 Jul. 2021

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Whanarua Bay Cottages - The Bach

15 km from Waihau Bay Beach

4/5 Very Good! (2 reviews)

When its good to be central to nowhere

"A great little/big shaded base camp for the coastal drifters. Central to nowhere and quiet. Big enough to kick a ball in the shade, with a good-sized kitchen/entertaining area. Yet small enough to easily maintain through your stay. The only bug was that I couldn't get the wifi sorted, which would ..."

Reviewed on 15 Mar. 2021

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Lottin Point Motel

28 km from Waihau Bay Beach

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4.2/5 Excellent! (123 reviews)

"Excellent service with wonderful evening meal and great breakfast. Location is remote, very pleasant, scenic, and peaceful. Great experience."

Reviewed on 7 Oct. 2021

Lottin Point Cottage

29 km from Waihau Bay Beach

4.3/5 Excellent! (3 reviews)

"Great host. We arrived late with no food as we thought we could eat at the restaurant, turns out this is a separate business and not part of the cottage. Tim made sure we didnt go hungry and was an excellent bloke. The cottage was lovely and clean, and the views are superb. Thanks Tim."

Reviewed on 8 Apr. 2021

BIG FISH BACH close to beaches and excellent fishing

29 km from Waihau Bay Beach

4.7/5 Exceptional! (16 reviews)

Weekend trip

"Enjoyed this cool little Bach for our long weekend, easy communication with owner and plenty of space to park our boat inside the gate. Thanks!"

Reviewed on 8 Nov. 2021

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A Corner Spacious Holiday House

28 km from Waihau Bay Beach

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Nga Puriri Bed and Breakfast

44 km from Waihau Bay Beach

5/5 Exceptional! (1 review)

"Such a wonderful view! The view is hard beat and location is so quiet. Nicely positioned for Hicks Bay, not walkable but very short drive. Breakfasts were lovely with fresh homemade produce. A wonderful relaxing stay thank you."

Reviewed on 5 Feb. 2020

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Recent Reviews in Waihau Bay Beach
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5/5 Excellent

Weekend trip

"Enjoyed this cool little Bach for our long weekend, easy communication with owner and plenty of space to park our boat inside the gate. Thanks!"

A verified traveller stayed at BIG FISH BACH close to beaches and excellent fishing

Posted 3 weeks ago

5/5 Excellent

Fishing trip

"Comfortable clean . As close as we could get at the time to waihau bay. Boat washing area. Everything we needed."

A verified traveller stayed at Whanarua Bay Cottages - Tree House

Posted 5 months ago

5/5 Excellent

"Beautiful setting, very friendly motelier, thoroughly enjoyable meal, and introduction to some wonderful Gisborne wines that we later sourced for further enjoyment. Access is via a skinny windy road that we were glad not to meet others using!"

A verified traveller stayed at Lottin Point Motel

Posted 7 months ago

5/5 Excellent

Lovely spot to stay - A1

"Fabulous location- great host Thanks Kim for the extras you provide for guests"

A verified traveller stayed at Secluded Getaway @ Whanarua Bay

Posted 8 months ago

5/5 Excellent

A verified traveller stayed at Lottin Point Cottage

Posted 9 months ago

4/5 Good

When its good to be central to nowhere

A verified traveller stayed at Whanarua Bay Cottages - The Bach

Posted 9 months ago

5/5 Excellent

Peaceful cottage

"This is a cute old style kiwi cottage. Good facilities and well equipped. There were things of interest nearby but mostly needed the car to reach them. Easy to find with the owners instructions. Nice place to relax."

A verified traveller stayed at Whanarua Bay Cottages - The Cottage

Posted 11 months ago

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