| there's also a bright studio apartment that sleeps up to 4 guests, featuring its own bathroom and dining area. a 2-minute walk from sandy beaches overlooking the bay of plenty, this laid-back hostel is a kilometre from both state highway 25 and the island view nature reserve. complimentary amenities include parking and breakfast served in a shared kitchen; there's also a garden with grilling facilities. no-frills mixed dorms sleep up to 6 guests in bunks, and there's a simple private room; all include free wi-fi and have a shared bathroom. the hostel offers surf and yoga lessons, and there are kayaks and surfboards available for rent.
Auckland Airport 2 hr 9
Pedal and Paddle (13 min) Island View Reserve (14 min) Whiritoa Beach (15 min) Waihi Gold Mine Tours (32 min) Wentworth falls (14 min) Pokohino Beach (21 min) Moana Point Reserve (6 min) Waihi Gold Discovery Centre (32 min) Whangamata Beach (19 min) Slipper Island / Whakahau (13 min) Williamson Park (5 min) Whiritoa Beach (15 min) Wharekirauponga Track (12 min) Orokawa Bay (43 min) | 
