| amenities include an outdoor saltwater pool, a trampoline and coin-operated laundry facilities. check-in time: 2:00 pmcheck-out time: 10:00 am. some units add sitting and dining areas. the airy rooms feature panoramic windows, most with water views, free wi-fi, and flat-screen tvs with dvd players, plus kitchenettes and terraces. set 500 m from the bay of islands, this relaxed motel is an 11-minute walk from a bus stop and 5 km from treaty house museum. there's free parking and picnic/bbq areas. pets are permitted; fees may apply
Bay of Islands Airport 18 min
Cruise to the Hole in the Rock (6 min)
Popular catamaran cruise to see dolphins & visit a legendary rock formation, a Maori freehold site. The Stone Store (23 min)
This rustic 1832 landmark, the nation's oldest store, is now a gift shop for antique-chic goods. Waitangi Treaty Grounds (7 min)
Protected site of the signing of the first accord between the British Crown and the Maori people. Urupukapuka Island (1 hr 25)
Camping and kayaking Motuarohia Island / Roberton Island (58 min) Flagstaff Hill Historic reserve (56 min) The Rock Adventure Cruise (5 min) Pompallier Mission and Printery (54 min)
Set in an 1842 historic building, this waterfront museum provides heritage exhibits & guided tours. She's a Lady Sailing Adventures (6 min) Taiamai Tours Heritage Journeys (5 min) Rainbow Falls (Waianiwaniwa) (24 min)
A short, simple walk leads to this waterfall cascading into a swimming hole bordered by vegetation. Haruru Falls (18 min)
Popular spot for scenic photos & kayaking near a small waterfall, with benches & picnic tables. Hundertwasser Public Toilets (26 min)
Quirky restrooms created by artist Friedensreich Hundertwasser with bright recycled glass & mosaics. | 
