Waitawheta Travel Guide
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Tasman Holiday Parks – Waihi Beach
Room was clean but no hot water to clean dishes. There was a strom not shelter when you want to got out to the toilet in the middle of the night . So you come back to bed wet. Shower block was dirty and some ones hair ball every were. Nice place to stay but they need to do a bit more cleaning .
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Tasman Holiday Parks – Beachaven
Yes
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Pedlars Motel
Room was great. Bed could use a topper pad.
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Lazy Days (at Whangamata)
When we got to the house it wasn’t the cleanest, it whole house smelt bad, one of the downstairs bedrooms smelt like someone had pissed in the corner & the rubbish & recycling bins had not been emptied. Who ever was there before us didn’t take much time (if any) to clean before leaving!My wife spent ...
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Absolute beachfront! Sleeps 12+
Built 2011
Delightful elevated sunny S/C Studio
I just can’t fault the beautifully presented , peaceful stay in amongst luscious gardens , stunning. Everything you needed was provided ..plus. I have already rebooked. Cheers
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Popular places to visit
Owharoa Falls
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Owharoa Falls during your travels in Waihi. You can seek out the area's hiking trails and campsites.
Martha Mine
Learn about the evolution of gold and silver mining and go on a tour to get close to the huge open pit of this still active mine.
Gilmour Reserve
Explore the great outdoors at Gilmour Reserve, a lovely green space in Waihi. Amble around the area's beaches or seek out its hiking trails.
Seddon St
You can find out about the history of Waihi with a stop at Seddon St. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
The Waterlily Gardens
The Waterlily Gardens is just one of the places to see in Waihi, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
Gold-mining Museum and Art Gallery
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Gold-mining Museum and Art Gallery in Waihi. Stroll along the beaches or seek out the hiking trails.
Activities
- Whangamata Beach
- Bay of Plenty
- Karangahake Gorge
- Athenree Hot Springs
- Mokena Geyser
- Te Aroha Museum
- Hauraki Rail Trail - Day Rides
- Te Aroha Leisure Pools
- Kaimai Mamaku Forest Park
- Owharoa Falls
- Whangamata Marina
- Mills Reef Winery
- Martha Mine
- Williamson Park
- Orokawa Bay
- Historical Athenree Homestead
- Gilmour Reserve
- Gold-mining Museum and Art Gallery
- Whenuakura Island
- MacMillan Reserve
- Wharawhara Track
