Accommodation and Food
Below are some accomodation and food options for those wanting to stay in the mid and Far North.
South Hokianga
Wisteria Way at Waimamaku
Beautiful rustic country style cottages and backpacker accommodation surrounded by beautiful gardens and fruit trees. The shared kitchen has everything you need and the best part is the friendly and helpful owners, Teresa and Bruce. There is also a coffee shop and gift shop to enjoy. (price guide $)
7108 State Highway 12, (Corner of Wekaweka Road and SH 12) Waimamaku
Globetrekkers Lodge at Omapere
A beautiful and relaxed backpackers lodge located directly across from the beach, with indoor-outdoor ambience and dramatic views over the harbour and sand dunes. Come and enjoy their hospitality with fully equipped shared kitchen. BBQ area, extensive terrace & gardens.
281 State Highway 12, Omapere (price guide $)
Opononi Lighthouse Motel at Opononi
Comfortable beach front accommodation with either garden views or views of the harbour and the sand dunes. Each unit has its own deck and there is an undercover barbecue area and private spa pool. The motel is only 500 metres away from the local store, post office, takeaways and hotel.
45 State Highway 12, Opononi (price guide $$)
Opononi Hotel at Opononi
The hotel has ten harbour-side hotel rooms – designer decorated with balconies, some with sea views, and less than a minute’s walk to the beach. Enjoy the “Boar & Marlin” Restaurant overlooking the harbour, talking with the locals in the bar, or eating takeaways on the beach.
19 State Highway 12, Opononi (price guide $$)
The Postmasters Lodgings at Rawene
A unique and charming bed and breakfast situated on the waterfront offering guests panoramic views of the picturesque harbour. Guests will be transported back in time as they step inside and are greeted with sumptuous bedrooms and an eclectic range of furniture and fittings that evoke a bygone era.
3 Parnell Street, Rawene, (price guide $$$)
The Boatshed Cafe at Rawene
Beautiful old building which has been lovingly decorated and sits right out over the water. Savour the relaxed atmosphere while enjoying the beautiful coastal views and great food served by friendly staff.
8 Clendon Esplanade, Rawene (price guide $$)
Okopako Lodge near Opononi
A spacious, reasonably priced lodge situated on a family eco-farm which is one of the open gardens on the Northland Edible Garden Trail. There are large decks with panoramic views of the countryside, native bush and Hokianga Harbour. Shared lounge, ablutions and fully equipped kitchen. Also available are cabins, camp sites and self contained vehicle sites.
140 Mountain Road, Opononi. (price guide $)
Walk in the Footprints of Kupe at Opononi
Check out this unique cultural encounter, journeying into te ao Māori, the Māori world. Experience a 75-minute multisensory journey of guided storytelling – through art, taonga (cultural treasures), film, performance, digital interaction, and the splendour of Hokianga’s natural surroundings. Brought to you by Kupe's descendants. Kupe’s arrival to Te-Hokianga-nui-ā-Kupe, the Hokianga Harbour, around 950 years ago marked the beginning of our nation’s human story.
41 State Highway 12, Opononi (price guide $$)
https://maneafootprints.co.nz/
Bay of Islands
Copthorne Hotel and Resort Bay of Islands at Paihia
A waterfront location nested in 60 acres of subtropical gardens within the Waitangi National Trust Reserve. The resort is a harmony of nature and comfort. Each of the 140 guest rooms includes its own patio or balcony, assuring great views of the bay, harbour or garden. There is a restaurant and indoor/outdoor bar.
1 Tau Henare Drive, Paihia (price guide $$$)
https://www.millenniumhotels.com/en/bay-of-islands/copthorne-hotel-and-resort-bay-of-islands/#home
Magic Cottages at Takou River
Beautiful, luxury retreats on the banks of the picturesque Takou River. The secluded romance of Magic Cottages was voted one of the Top Ten Luxury Lodges in New Zealand. For the ultimate barefoot indulgence, browse our luxury packages. Certified organic, eco-focused luxury.
660 Takou Bay Road, 20 mins from Kerikeri (price guide $$$$)
https://www.takouriver.com/?fbclid=IwAR3pKjMOGxnXekl7cr09cx3Diz1I-H6HQX4TcSquumoqDnfEY6L6a9vOu7U
The Ark at Cottle Hill Creek
A unique, floating, eco houseboat sitting peacefully in a corner of a small private lake on a 16-acre farmlet, complete with goats, sheep, chickens, ducks, pigs and horses. Row or kayak on the lake, take a walk around the property, bird watch, or say hello to the animals. Enjoy the sound of kiwi in the evening.
Cottle Hill Road, 5 mins from Kerikeri (price guide $$$)
https://www.cottlehillcreek.com/
Wharepuke Subtropical Accommodation at Kerikeri
Stylish self catering, eco cottages in a quiet location nestled amongst 2 hectares of award winning subtropical gardens. Enjoy the MĀHA Restaurantwith award winning chef, the Art Gallery of Internationally acclaimed artwork and a new Sculpture Parkonsite
190 Kerikeri Road, Kerikeri (price guide $$$)
http://www.accommodation-bay-of-islands.co.nz/kerikeri-motel/
Woodlands Motel & Event Centre at Kerikeri
A quiet and relaxed atmosphere with a unique environment set back off the road on 22 hectares (50 acres) of non-native bushland. You will find yourself in your own little piece of paradise, Fantastic value with facilities and room styles to suit a range of needs.
126 Kerikeri Road, Kerikeri (price guide $$)
Relax a Lodge at Kerikeri
A cosy place with loads of character surrounded by an organic orange and mandarin orchard. Relax on the spacious terrace while the sun is setting, swim in the pool or just sit back and watch the oranges grow. Feed Kiki and Hamish, the Kunekune pigs, and collect a freshly laid egg from the chickens.
1574 Springbank Rd (SH 10), 5 mins from Kerikeri (price guide $)
Down to Earth at Kerikeri
An environment to relax in and to get off the grid, all set within a 10 acre beautiful rural valley where the natural ecology is being restored. Accommodation available in eco caravans or sites are available for camper van parking. Treat yourself to a deep tissue massage by Nadege.
852 Waimate North Road, 10 mins from Kerikeri (price guide $)
Village Mall Eateries at Kerikeri
Pleasant courtyard in the centre of Kerikeri with outside seating under a cool arbour of grapevines with a choice of food from Curry King Indian Restaurant, Singho Thai Restaurant, Cafe Jerusalem and The Village Cafe.
83 Kerikeri Road, Kerikeri (price guide $$ - $)
https://www.curryking.co.nz/ or https://www.singhothai.co.nz/ or https://cafejerusalem.co.nz/ or https://www.facebook.com/thevillagecafekerikeri/
Plough & Feather Restaurant at Kerikeri
English style gastro pub with a Northland twist in a delightful setting between the Stone Store and Hone Heke’s pa site on the river bank. Enjoy the garden bar with pub food or the indoor restaurant. In the car park is NZ's oldest fruit tree: a 205 year old pear tree which is still going strong.
215 Kerikeri Road, Kerikeri (price guide $$$ - $$)
https://ploughandfeather.co.nz/
Bay of Islands Lodge at Paihia
Located centrally in Paihia and only 250 metres from the beach, restaurants and cafes. Rooms with ensuite bathrooms are available for solo travellers, couples, groups and families. Their large communal kitchen, cozy lounge, and outdoor courtyard with barbeque, is just the place to relax, connect and enjoy the evening after days spent exploring the Northland Edible Garden Trail. They are committed to sustainable tourism and support the fantastic work of Project Island Song. https://youtu.be/0t1COX4hMqg
11 MacMurray Road, Paihia (price guide $) 10% discount if you book directly and say that you are on the Northland Edible Garden Trail.
https://bayofislandslodge.com/
Far North
Taipa Beach Resort at Taipa
43 room resort situated in the heart of Doubtless Bay with a stunning absolute beachfront location, swimming pool, hot spa and tropical gardens. Enjoy the award-winning restaurant, cafe, licensed bar, BBQ areas or a stroll along the beach.
22 Taipa Point Road, Taipa (price guide $$)
https://taipabeachresort.co.nz/
Mangonui Hotel at Mangōnui
Peaceful and serene with beautiful balcony views of the harbour, this 3-star hotel offers a restaurant, bar, takeaways or shared kitchen. Nearby is a popular Thai restaurant and the world famous licensed Mangonui Fish Shop perched out over the water next to the wharf which the fishing boats use.
112 Waterfront Road, Mangōnui (price guide $)
Endless Summer Lodge at Ahipara
Lovingly restored 1870's beachfront kauri villa at Shipwreck Bay with stunning sea-views of the spectacular southern end of 90-Mile Beach. Own room or shared room, modern shared bathrooms and a well equipped shared farmhouse style kitchen. 10 minutes drive from Kaitaia.
245 Foreshore Road, Ahipara (price guide $)
Kapowairua (Spirits Bay) Campsite near Cape Reinga
DoC campsite with cold water showers and compost toilets just 5 minutes walk to two spectacular beaches. Wild and remote. Bring your own food. A perfect place for fishing, swimming and walking. At the end of Spirits Bay Road, 1 hour and 30 mins north of Kaitaia. (price guide $)
Nearby is another DoC campsite at the end of Tapotupotu Road.
https://kapowairua.nz/ or https://www.taputaputa.nz/
Serafina's Campervan Park and Gardens near Kaitaia
Delightful 5 acre Samoan inspired botanical gardens which include plantings of fruit trees, sugar cane, taro and lots of bananas. It has been lovingly established and maintained by Murray and Serafina Lay for the last 21 years.
6987 SH 1, Pamapuria, Kaitaia (price guide $) Self contained camper vans only.
https://www.facebook.com/serafinasparkandgardens
