Choose from our selection of five distinctive properties - all family-friendly, and located near the Northland city of Whangarei, yet close to glorious beaches, coves, cliffs and forests. Choose from Guesthouse - 2 bedroom, contemporary and modern. Cliff House - 3 bedroom, modern, cliff top location. The Bach - 2 bedroom hideaway with gorgeous deck. The Studio - Open plan with King plus bunk beds. Aria - 2 bedroom guest wing of larger house; very private with amazing views. Whichever you choose, we offer fantastic family package options including homecooked family meal and our 'Back to Nature' activity day for children - parents can join in or take time out. We provide food and drinks for the kids, and our fun attitude plus local knowledge ensures that you all have an amazing stay at Ara Roa. Activities on our Family Package include cockle gathering, sandboarding, pony rides, fishing (minimum age 6) and exploring NZ bush. Other local activities include Zion Wildlife Park, kayak trips, Poor Knights Marine Reserve plus NZ's stunning Bay of Islands on your doorstep. Our unique, gorgeous and family-friendly properties are a must to explore. Find out more here....
Just 100 metres from a beautiful beach, YHA Paihia offers a high standard of accommodation in a central location in the Bay of Islands town of Paihia. The hostel has lots of budget room choices, and most have ensuite bathrooms for your family's privacy. YHA Paihia also offers one fully self-contained apartment which sleeps up to 6 people with its own bathroom and fully equipped kitchen including dishwasher and laundry. The hostel features a covered outside area with heaters and free BBQ, internet access, full kitchens, lounge, movies, flat screen TV, friendly pet dog, laundry, free kayak hire, and tennis.
This is a perfect Paihia location, just 50m from the beach! Our one and two bedroom family units are serviced daily and include kitchen or kitchenette, TV, in-room WIFI connection, heaters and electric blankets. The motel features a year-round heated, saltwater swimming pool, spa pool, covered BBQ area, lovely garden area, access to tennis courts and guest laundry. Cots and highchairs are available and babysitting can be arranged. Courtesy transfers to and from Paihia. This is a great location from which to explore the beautiful Bay Of Islands and is just metres from the beach, restaurants, shops and wharf. Qualmark 3 star+
Breakaway Retreat is a purpose-built two bedroom guesthouse (1 King + 2 sgle beds) suitable for a family of up to four (or four + baby) and situated right on the beach front. It's spacious, open-plan and very family-friendly - fully equipped kitchen, large spa bath, separate laundry, spacious lounge, large selection of dvds suitable for children, BBQ and wrap-around decks with spectacular sea views are just some of the amenities. The large lawn is great for the kids to run around or kick a ball, and the property leads to a safe, sandy swimming beach (no roads to cross!) For the older children and parents there are 2 kayaks and lifejackets to use during their stay. There are also great fishing spots outside Breakaway Retreat. For the more adventurous family with a boat there is also water-skiing, diving, sailing, and windsurfing. We also have plenty of local walks that are suitable for children. Cots, highchair or toys are available on request. All located just 30km from Whangarei. Qualmark 4+
YHA Whangarei, Manaakitanga is a friendly, comfortable hostel, set in spacious grounds in a central location overlooking Whangarei harbour and the town basin. We are just 20 minutes walk from thousands of glow worms, stalactites and stalagmites in the fascinating Abbey Caves network, and just a short walk into the town centre. Accommodation includes a range of rooms, from private twins and doubles to multi-share rooms; ideal for families or groups of 4 or more. We also have family rooms with double bed and bunk. In the hostel’s common areas enjoy the warmth of a log fire in winter or relax in the BBQ area in summer. The accommodation here is quiet and relaxed with the large grounds surrounding the hostel inhabited by a wide range of birds.
Only 200 metres from a sandy beach and set in beautiful gardens, this luxury motel accommodation is a short walk to the famous Waitangi Treaty grounds. There is a pool, tennis court and kids playing area with adventure slide, swings and trampoline. From a two bedroomed apartment to studio unit, the rooms offer facilities such as DVD player, video player, kitchenette and satellite TV. Nautilus also provides a child minding service and they are the closest motel to Wairoa Adventure World.
This waterfront camping ground is set in the heart of the Bay of Island in park-like surroundings by the stunning Haruru Falls. All of the 14 units are self-contained with cooking facilities and breakfast available on request. Rooms have TV and in-house video and cots and high chairs are available. Restaurants and a general shop are within walking distance. Swimming and paddling pools as well as a children’s play area will keep the children happy and there is a BBQ area. The motor camp and camping grounds have their own private safe beach.
Thirty minutes away from beaches and set in spacious grounds, this motel offers a choice of 22 self contained units, 14 of which are on the ground floor. All units have cooking facilities and Sky TV. There is a swimming pool, playground and games room, as well as a barbecue. Continental and cooked breakfasts are available and they have high chairs and cots. Motel Sierra is an hour’s drive from the Bay of Islands and 3 km from the city centre on SH1.
