| on 22 hectares of bushland, this secluded, low-key motel is 2 km from the stone store, new zealand's oldest stone building, 3 km from rainbow falls waterfall and 6 km from bay of islands airport. amenities include an outdoor pool, a hot tub, gardens and a river for swimming. room service is available. airy rooms have free wi-fi, tvs, kitchenettes and patios. breakfast, packed lunches and evening meals are available for a fee. freebies include parking and an airport shuttle. there's a relaxed bar with outdoor seating. upgraded rooms add living/dining areas and full kitchens. a bbq area, conference rooms and coin-operated laundry are on-site. check-in time: 2:00 pmcheck-out time: 10:00 am
Bay of Islands Airport 9 min
Waitangi Mountain Bike Park (27 min) Rainbow Falls (Waianiwaniwa) (4 min)
A short, simple walk leads to this waterfall cascading into a swimming hole bordered by vegetation. Cruise to the Hole in the Rock (23 min)
Popular catamaran cruise to see dolphins & visit a legendary rock formation, a Maori freehold site. St James Anglican Church (15 min) Waitangi Treaty Grounds (24 min)
Protected site of the signing of the first accord between the British Crown and the Maori people. Marsden Estate (6 min)
Wine, chardonnay, winery, and wine tasting Haruru Falls (18 min)
Popular spot for scenic photos & kayaking near a small waterfall, with benches & picnic tables. Flagstaff Hill Historic reserve (1 hr 13) The Parrot Place (3 min)
Parrots and zoo Pompallier Mission and Printery (1 hr 11)
Set in an 1842 historic building, this waterfront museum provides heritage exhibits & guided tours. The Stone Store (17 min)
This rustic 1832 landmark, the nation's oldest store, is now a gift shop for antique-chic goods. Rewa's Village (19 min) Motuarohia Island / Roberton Island (1 hr 16) | 
