opposite the scenic reserve, this quaint motel is also a 2-minute walk from the beach and 3 km from the treaty house museum. there's an outdoor pool with a sundeck, as well as a bbq area. parking is complimentary. the relaxed studios, as well as the airy 1- and 2-bedroom apartments, come with free wi-fi, kitchens and sofabeds. the studios and 1-bedroom units feature private balconies or garden patios. check-in time: 2:00 pmcheck-out time: 10:00 am Bay of Islands Airport 23 min
Hundertwasser Public Toilets (19 min) Quirky restrooms created by artist Friedensreich Hundertwasser with bright recycled glass & mosaics. Waitangi Treaty Grounds (6 min) Protected site of the signing of the first accord between the British Crown and the Maori people. Motuarohia Island / Roberton Island (52 min) The Rock Adventure Cruise (10 min) Cruise to the Hole in the Rock (10 min) Popular catamaran cruise to see dolphins & visit a legendary rock formation, a Maori freehold site. Flagstaff Hill Historic reserve (49 min) The Stone Store (28 min) This rustic 1832 landmark, the nation's oldest store, is now a gift shop for antique-chic goods. Pompallier Mission and Printery (47 min) Set in an 1842 historic building, this waterfront museum provides heritage exhibits & guided tours. Rainbow Falls (Waianiwaniwa) (29 min) A short, simple walk leads to this waterfall cascading into a swimming hole bordered by vegetation. Haruru Falls (7 min) Popular spot for scenic photos & kayaking near a small waterfall, with benches & picnic tables. Sea Shuttle Bay of Islands (10 min) Urupukapuka Island (1 hr 19) Camping and kayaking She's a Lady Sailing Adventures (11 min) |