Whangamata

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The morning beach.
Sunsets #beachbound
Cute little beach town with lots of great spots to eat and drink...beautiful ocean to play in #waterlust
Whangamata, New Zealand 🌊🌲
Whangamata is a small town that comes alive during the summertime. Offering fabulous swimming beaches, a spot for the boaties and many surrounding islands. To the left is Hauturu Island, which can be accessed during low tide, and to the right is Donut Island. Summer activities include the Summer Festival Annual Craft Market and also the famous Beach Hop.
Palm Pacific Resort and Motel

Palm Pacific Resort and Motel

3 out of 5
413 Port Rd Whangamata Waikato
Fully refundable
The price is ₩208,316 per night from Apr 1 to Apr 2
₩208,316
₩239,563 total
Apr 1 - Apr 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Whangamata. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private plunge pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (92 reviews)
Room was clean no parking for room handy location very close to town

Reviewed on Mar 3, 2026

Palm Pacific Resort and Motel
Hot Water Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park

Hot Water Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park

3 out of 5
790 Hot Water Beach Road, Waikato Hot Water Beach
The price is ₩106,630 per night from Mar 20 to Mar 21
₩106,630
₩122,624 total
Mar 20 - Mar 21
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly holiday park in Hot Water Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (580 reviews)
Very comfortable.

Reviewed on Mar 5, 2026

Hot Water Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park
Pacific Harbour Villas

Pacific Harbour Villas

4 out of 5
223 Main Rd Tairua
The price is ₩182,795 per night from Apr 13 to Apr 14
₩182,795
₩210,214 total
Apr 13 - Apr 14
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach cabin in Tairua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Tairua Library and Pepe Reserve are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (212 reviews)
Great being able to have our small dog with us.

Reviewed on Mar 13, 2026

Pacific Harbour Villas
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.
Pacific Harbour Villas

Pacific Harbour Villas

4 out of 5
223 Main Rd Tairua
Book a stay at this beach cabin in Tairua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Tairua Library and Pepe Reserve are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (212 reviews)
Great being able to have our small dog with us.

Reviewed on Mar 13, 2026

Pacific Harbour Villas
Grafton Cottage & Chalets

Grafton Cottage & Chalets

4 out of 5
304 Grafton Road Thames
Stay at this cottage in Thames. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (435 reviews)
Beautiful property, fun quirkiness, outstanding views! Spectacular value for the price. We got take out and watched the sunset from the deck, quite gorgeous. Highly recommend!

Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026

Grafton Cottage & Chalets
Avalon Motel Thames – Wenzel Motels

Avalon Motel Thames – Wenzel Motels

3 out of 5
104 Jellicoe Crescent Thames
Stay at this aparthotel in Thames. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Hauraki Rail Trail Thames and Goldfields Shopping ...
9/10 Wonderful! (174 reviews)
All good except for proximity to busy road just beyond the pleasant gardens and little pool which we didn’t use. But double glazing helped reduce noise.

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026

Avalon Motel Thames – Wenzel Motels
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.

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Reviews of Whangamata

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Top Destination
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Friendly town.

5/5 - Excellent

JANET

It looks like a nice small town. We ate dinner at the Fishing Club, where we had a nice meal at a reasonable price (after paying the $5 membership fee) while enjoying the view of the water.