WELCOME TO WAIHĪ BEACH
At the northern tip of the Coastal Bay of Plenty lies Waihī Beach, a bustling beachside village which is home to cute boutique shops, eateries and 9-kilometres of white sand beach.
Located 40 minutes' drive north from Tauranga, Waihī Beach is a great place to stay if you’re looking for an old-school, kiwi beach holiday. We’re talking ice cream, fish and chips, running across the hot sand and splashing about in the waves for hours on end - this is where the magic happens.
what to do in Waihī Beach
You could easily spend all your time at the beach, or explore the walking and cycling tracks surrounding Waihī Beach.
Carbon Neutral Scenic Helicopter Flight Package
A stunning scenic flight to a beautiful cafe at Waihi for lunch followed by driving back to Tauranga in the latest Tesla Model X.
The Village, Waihi Beach
SHOP - DINE - DISCOVER in The Village, Waihi Beach. At the heart of Waihi Beach - on Wilson Road - is our vibrant beach village, with fabulous cafes & eateries, stylish fashion + homeware stores, and all the supplies you could need for your beach break
Athenree Wetland Loop Walk
Orokawa Bay Walk
Waihi Beach Heli lunch/brunch
A brief Scenic flight up the white sandy beach to Waihi's award winning Surf Shack Eatery for a delectable lunch before returning .
Homunga Bay
The Trig Walk
Cobra Classic
Helicopter scenic flight to a relaxed lunch before taking to the roads in a Ford powered V8 AC Cobra.
Sunday Homestore
Sunday is a Homeware and Lifestyle store for people who love good design and contemporary interiors.
Anzac Bay to Te Ho Pā Site
where to stay in Waihī Beach
Between Waihī Beach and Bowentown, there are some great holiday park accommodation options. Or for something more private, you’ll find plenty of motels and bed and breakfast accommodation in Waihī Beach.
Beaches Motel
Come and stay at Beaches Motel, the closest motel to beautiful Waihi Beach. An ideal location for families, couples or groups to base themselves while exploring the surrounding area.
Athenree Homestead Trust
Tipsy Seagull
Centrally located modern home.
Waihi Beach Paradise Resort
Just two hours from Auckland International Airport, surrounded by some of NZ's best coastal and bush walks, biking trails, and mining history is Waihi Beach Paradise Resort.
Sunrise B&B Waihi Beach
Sunrise is a luxury bed & breakfast 3 bedroom apartment. Enjoy sea views from this beautifully furnished ground floor suite with a private guest patio, lounge and bathroom. Premium continental breakfast included.
Beach Pacific Apartments
Welcome to Beach Pacific Apartments. Experience Waihi Beach and stay in our beautiful and modern apartments situated in the heart of Waihi Beach Village.
Bowentown Beach Holiday Park
Stunning walks along Waihi Beach. With Ocean beach and Harbour to enjoy. Great for fishing or relaxing in the sun. Ocean View Motels to sites we have a range of accommodation.
Tasman Holiday Parks – Beachaven
Tasman Holiday Parks - Beachaven is located at the northern end of Waihi Beach only a few minutes walk from swimming, surf and sunbathing. We offer a good choice of accommodation including Motels, Lodges, Tent and Caravan and Campervan sites.
Rehutai Apartments
Te Rehutai Luxury Apartments offers two great apartments right in the heart of beautiful Waihi Beach.
Rehutai, the Māori word for sea spray, is a fitting moniker for the apartments. Less than a five-minute walk from one of New Zealand’s safest – and most stunning – surf beaches.
Vitamin Sea - Waihi Beach Holiday Home
Vitamin Sea is a 3 bedroom 2 bathroom Waihi Beach holiday home with Sky TV with Sports, unlimited Wi-Fi and a Smart TV to use your own Netflix.
Art Retreat
Painting retreat over 2 nights. Fun and affordable kiwi beach holiday at the gateway to the Coromandel. Fully catered for with one night out, join like-minded people to enjoy tapping into your creativity.
Orokawa Bay Retreat
Luxury 4 bedroom, self-catered lodge overlooking Orokawa Bay at the North end of Waihi Beach.
Athenree Hot Springs & Holiday Park
Athenree Hot Springs & Holiday Park is your family park of choice. We have a range of accommodation options to suit every budget and all guests have the use of our two chemical free natural mineral pools during their stay.
Tasman Holiday Parks - Waihi Beach
Whether you're on holiday, visiting friends and relatives or attending events in and around Waihi Beach, Tasman Holiday Parks - Waihi Beach provides the perfect spot for families, couples, groups, international travellers and business people.
Places to Eat & Drink in Waihī Beach
Enjoy dinner at the beachfront restaurant, grab a coffee from one of the cool cafés tucked away in the village, or hit the 4 Square (a small supermarket) and grab some food for the BBQ.
STORIES AND TALES OF WAIHĪ BEACH
Meet the locals and discover the stories.
itineraries & travel plans for Waihī Beach
We’ve done the hard work so you don’t have to. Check out some of our suggested itineraries and travel plans for Waihī Beach.
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