Kawau Island
Travel Guide


Visit Kawau Island

The Beach House
Beautiful beach huts, in a stunning quiet bay. Kiera was a fantastic host, providing water, milk and freshly picked bananas! Kayaks and SUPs available. Beach houses are mostly well equipped. I'd recommend either visitors to bring or property to provide: large black bin bags, as all rubbish must be ...
Reviewed on 27 Jun 2025

Alpaca Manor
Clean, comfortable and quiet, good location for my final stop before cycling back to Auckland.
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025

Waves Motel
Yes
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026

Marsden Suites Nautilus Orewa
Clean room, great view, helpful staff, excellent location.
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025

Orewa Beachcomber
Room was clean and today. Good facilities.
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026

Whangaparaoa Lodge Motel
Right across the street from the sea. Spacious and clean. Has laundry facilities, but didn't see any sign for hours (and it was locked at 10pm). Steps only to 2nd floor.
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Popular places to visit

Auckland Ferry Terminal
Combining historic architecture with modern facilities, Auckland’s harbourside transport terminal is the place to embark on an adventure or simply sit with a coffee and watch the world go by.

Sky Tower
Gaze at the view across Auckland from the top of New Zealand’s tallest tower while dining in a rotating restaurant, or take a dive in a cable-controlled jump.

Eden Park
Catch an event at Eden Park during your trip to Auckland. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

SkyCity Casino
Why not roll the dice with a visit to SkyCity Casino during your time in Auckland? Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums.

University of Auckland
Enjoy the student vibe at University of Auckland during your visit to Auckland. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.

Mount Eden
Grab your walking boots and explore the historic buildings of the local village as well as a 19th century prison, before taking a peek into the volcano crater.
Things to do

Waiheke Island: Ferry & Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Tickets

Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket

Half-day Discover Auckland City Sightseeing Tour

Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Tour from Auckland with Lunch



