| relaxed rooms feature verandahs and free wi-fi, as well as minifridges, microwaves, and tea and coffeemaking facilities. a 3-bedroom house has a private lawn and garden, plus a barbecue. on subtropical gardens, this upmarket hotel is a 10-minute walk from hahei beach and 2 km from the striking te whanganui-a-hei (cathedral cove) marine reserve. there's a rustic-chic bistro in a converted church. continental breakfast is available for a surcharge. upgraded cottages offer living areas and kitchenettes. check-in time: 1:00 pmcheck-out time: 10:00 am. cottages add flat-screen tvs. other amenities include a tv lounge with a library, and a bbq grill
Auckland Airport 2 hr 23
Otama Beach and Reserve (53 min) Hahei Beach (11 min) Mercury Bay Museum (33 min)
Charming displays on the history of fishing & other regional industries, plus a gift shop. Te Whanganui-A-Hei (Cathedral Cove) Marine Reserve (5 min)
Beach, snorkeling, and kayaking Te Pare point Hahei (17 min) Coromandel Peninsula (35 min)
Stunning beaches, dense forest & some of the last wild populations of the Kiwi bird. Purangi Winery (6 min)
Winery and wine Gemstone Bay (4 min) Mercury Bay (12 min) Mount Paku (30 min)
Volcanic double-peak providing a short hike to the summit for expansive views of the coastline. Cathedral Cove (5 min) Whiti Farm Park (20 min)
Park and zoo Gemstone Bay (4 min)
Snorkeling and beach Shakespeare Cliff Lookout (12 min) | 
