Opito Bay Travel Guide

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OPITO BAY, COROMANDEL PENINSULA, NEW ZEALAND, Panoramic view of a coastal town nestled beside a beautiful beach. Houses line the shore, with a sailboat visible on the water. Tranquil seaside scene.
OPITO BAY, COROMANDEL PENINSULA, NEW ZEALAND, Panoramic view of a coastal town nestled beside a beautiful beach. Houses line the shore, with a sailboat visible on the water. Tranquil seaside scene.
, OPITO BAY, COROMANDEL PENINSULA, NEW ZEALAND, Aerial view of a tranquil beach, houses nestled in the hills above. Sunny day, gentle waves.
OPITO BAY, COROMANDEL PENINSULA, NEW ZEALAND, Aerial view of a pristine beach, nestled between rolling hills and turquoise water. Coastal landscape with a sailboat in the distance.
Amazing day in Optio Bay, NZ - much quieter place to visit (not as many tourists) with some great little hikes (shown in picture), great swimming and kayaking!

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Hot Water Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park

Hot Water Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park

3 out of 5
790 Hot Water Beach Road, Waikato Hot Water Beach
The price is AU$119 per night from 17 Mar to 18 Mar
AU$119
17 Mar - 18 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this holiday park in Hot Water Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (578 reviews)
Very comfortable.

Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026

Hot Water Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park
Coromandel Shelly Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park

Coromandel Shelly Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park

2 out of 5
243 Colville Rd Coromandel Waikato
The price is AU$72 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
AU$72
16 Mar - 17 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly campsite in Coromandel. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Long Bay and Driving Creek Railway ...
Coromandel Shelly Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park
Pacific Harbour Villas

Pacific Harbour Villas

4 out of 5
223 Main Rd Tairua
The price is AU$198 per night from 7 Apr to 8 Apr
AU$198
7 Apr - 8 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach cabin in Tairua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Popular attractions Tairua Library and Pepe Reserve are located nearby.
8.6/10 Excellent! (210 reviews)
Nice clean waterfront room. Friendly and obliging staff.

Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

Pacific Harbour Villas
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Coromandel Shelly Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park

Coromandel Shelly Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park

2 out of 5
243 Colville Rd Coromandel Waikato
Stay at this family-friendly campsite in Coromandel. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Long Bay and Driving Creek Railway ...
Coromandel Shelly Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park
Pacific Harbour Villas

Pacific Harbour Villas

4 out of 5
223 Main Rd Tairua
Stay at this beach cabin in Tairua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Popular attractions Tairua Library and Pepe Reserve are located nearby.
8.6/10 Excellent! (210 reviews)
Nice clean waterfront room. Friendly and obliging staff.

Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

Pacific Harbour Villas
Waterfront Apartments Whitianga

Waterfront Apartments Whitianga

3.5 out of 5
2 Buffalo beach Road Whitianga WKO
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Whitianga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (242 reviews)
Super location excellent hosts would definitely stay there again

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Waterfront Apartments Whitianga
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Popular places to visit

Opito Point Historic Reserve

You can take time to visit Opito Point Historic Reserve during your travels to Opito Bay.

Opito Point Historic Reserve

Moore Park

Explore the great outdoors at Moore Park, a lovely green space in Opito Bay.

Moore Park

Activities

Cathedral Cove Kayak Tour

Cathedral Cove Kayak Tour

AU$173
per adult
Cathedral Cove Kayak Tour
Whitianga: Sailing Trip to Cathedral Cove

Whitianga: Sailing Trip to Cathedral Cove

AU$122
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Whitianga: Sailing Trip to Cathedral Cove
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