Kaipara

Top hotels

• Just 400 metres from the Northern Wairoa River, Hobson's Choice Motel offers studios and apartments with a kitchenette and outdoor patio.

  “Although the facility is aged it was comfortable & the location is very handy to all amenities.”

  Hobson's Choice Motel

  Average review score: 7.9

• Offering free WiFi and free parking, Mangawhai Lodge is located at Mangawhai Heads, halfway between Auckland Airport and the Bay of Islands.

  “Lovely location with great views from room and balcony, clean comfortable room, and great breakfast. Very friendly knowledgeable host. Would definitely recommend”

  Mangawhai Lodge

  Average review score: 9

• Set in Matakohe, Paparoa Motor Camp offers accommodation with free WiFi and flat-screen TV, as well as a shared lounge and a garden.

  “Everything you could possibly need- laundry and dryer, heating, cute clean cabins, very quiet, great kitchenette”

  Paparoa Motor Camp

  Average review score: 7.7

• Located on the Kauri Coast, the Parkview Motel features a pool and barbecue facilities. The property is just 2 minutes’ drive from the town’s centre and a 15-minute walk from Northern Wairoa River.

  “Convenient for the town, good parking outside the room, an outside sitting area near the pool and good value for money.”

  Parkview Motel

  Average review score: 8.4

• Nestled on a ridge overlooking the vast Waipoua Forest, where iconic kauri trees have been living for 3,000 years, Waipoua Lodge offers luxury accommodation in an original homestead.

  “It is a beautiful lodge in the Waipoua nature. Very relaxing with flowers, trees, and friendly cat. All foods the owner's family cook are truly excellent. What shall I say... it is honest, sincere and delicious, which you can not expect in any five star restaurant. This represents this precious lodge and owner family. Thank you Grace, her mother, and Johnti.”

  Waipoua Lodge

  Average review score: 9.4

• Offering a garden, Baylys Beach Holiday Park offers accommodation located a 10-minute drive from Dargaville. There is a seating and/or dining area in some units.

  “Fantastic cabin #6. Had the best nights sleep, very comfortable bed, and cooking facilities made for a great stay. Close to the beach.”

  Baylys Beach Holiday Park

  Average review score: 8.5