Waitawheta
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Tasman Holiday Parks – Waihi Beach
Room was clean but no hot water to clean dishes. There was a strom not shelter when you want to got out to the toilet in the middle of the night . So you come back to bed wet. Shower block was dirty and some ones hair ball every were. Nice place to stay but they need to do a bit more cleaning .
Reviewed on Mar 27, 2026
Tasman Holiday Parks – Beachaven
They’re a bit of places out there and I would stay at one of them. Minimal facilities despite don’t work and they didn’t tell us staff was super unfriendly and seemed to put out every time we talk to them and we’re rude. Stay somewhere else.
Reviewed on Apr 12, 2026
Pedlars Motel
Room was great. Bed could use a topper pad.
Reviewed on Apr 5, 2026
Lazy Days (at Whangamata)
When we got to the house it wasn’t the cleanest, it whole house smelt bad, one of the downstairs bedrooms smelt like someone had pissed in the corner & the rubbish & recycling bins had not been emptied. Who ever was there before us didn’t take much time (if any) to clean before leaving!My wife spent ...
Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026
Absolute beachfront! Sleeps 12+
Built 2011
Delightful elevated sunny S/C Studio
I just can’t fault the beautifully presented , peaceful stay in amongst luscious gardens , stunning. Everything you needed was provided ..plus. I have already rebooked. Cheers
Reviewed on Mar 18, 2026
Popular places to visit
Owharoa Falls
Join locals splashing in the pool of the first of three beautiful waterfalls dotted along the Taieri Stream outside Waikino.
Martha Mine
Learn about the evolution of gold and silver mining and go on a tour to get close to the huge open pit of this still active mine.
Gilmour Reserve
Explore the great outdoors at Gilmour Reserve, a lovely green space in Waihi. Amble around the area's beaches, or seek out its hiking trails.
Seddon St
You can find out about the history of Waihi when you stop by Seddon St. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
The Waterlily Gardens
The Waterlily Gardens is just one of the places to see in Waihi, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
Gold-mining Museum and Art Gallery
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Gold-mining Museum and Art Gallery in Waihi. Stroll along the beaches or seek out the hiking trails.
