Waihi Travel Guide

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Waihi

Waihi and gold mining go way back and today the town and its mine are inseparable, both still going for gold.

Right beside the town of Waihi is the massive pit of the Martha Mine. With access ramps spiralling deep into the earth, this large open cut mine is still in use. Along with the Waihi Gold Discovery Centre, the mine tour tells the story of what makes Waihi shine. And, apart from gold and silver, there are more natural treasures to discover. The Karangahake Gorge, Waihi beach and Hauraki Rail Trail are just some of Waihi’s hidden gems.

Where to stay in Waihi

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Waikino

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Waikino and surrounding area, you can visit Karangahake Gorge and Owharoa Falls.

Waikino
Palm Motel Waihi

Palm Motel Waihi

3 out of 5
123 Parry Palm Avenue, Formerly 2 Parry Palm Avenue, Waihi
The price is AU$130 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
AU$130
30 Oct - 31 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in Waihi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Gold-mining Museum and Art Gallery and Waihi Arts ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (260 reviews)
It was central to the places we were going to close to town good welcome to the property apon checking in apart form the weather most enjoyable stay

Reviewed on 2 June 2025

Palm Motel Waihi
Goldmine Motel

Goldmine Motel

3 out of 5
6 Victoria St, Waihi, Waikato
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$178 per night from 31 Oct to 1 Nov
AU$178
31 Oct - 1 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in Waihi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Gold-mining Museum and Art Gallery and Waihi Arts ...
9/10 Wonderful! (108 reviews)
Our room was so spacious the bed very comfortable. The heat pump was difficult to navigate or we didn't know how to operate it.

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

Goldmine Motel
Waihi Cottage Entertainment

Waihi Cottage Entertainment

Waihi
The price is AU$194 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
AU$194
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this cottage in Waihi. Enjoy a water park, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Gold-mining Museum and Art Gallery and Waihi Arts Centre ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (44 reviews)
Great little cottage with everything you need....easy to warm up particularly with the cold night we had Loved watching the train go past. Highly recommend

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

Waihi Cottage Entertainment
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Waihi Cottage Entertainment

Waihi Cottage Entertainment

Waihi
Stay at this cottage in Waihi. Enjoy a water park, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Gold-mining Museum and Art Gallery and Waihi Arts Centre ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (44 reviews)
Great little cottage with everything you need....easy to warm up particularly with the cold night we had Loved watching the train go past. Highly recommend

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

Waihi Cottage Entertainment
Lovely 4-bedroom villa in Waihi

Lovely 4-bedroom villa in Waihi

Waihi, Waikato Region
Stay at this villa in Waihi. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Seddon St and Martha Mine are located ...
Lovely 4-bedroom villa in Waihi
Wood Pigeon Cottage- Pet friendly 2kms from Hauraki Rail Trail-Free Breakfast

Wood Pigeon Cottage- Pet friendly 2kms from Hauraki Rail Trail-Free Breakfast

Waihi
Stay at this cottage in Waihi. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a garden. Popular attractions Owharoa Falls and Karangahake Gorge are located nearby.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (36 reviews)
I loved this place, Communication can be a problem as there is very little cell phone signal, but then that is exactly what I was looking for. Pets were welcome. We have a minor medical problem and the host was on hand to help based on her years of experience. Will defiantly be going back there ...

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Wood Pigeon Cottage- Pet friendly 2kms from Hauraki Rail Trail-Free Breakfast
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Waihi

4.2
Top destination
5 - Excellent
14
5 - Excellent 42%
4 - Good
14
4 - Good 42%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 12%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 3%
1 - Terrible
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4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Gilmour Reserve has a nice trail that feeds into a river walk

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Great for Waihi Beach, good places to eat (e.g. German Bakery & Cafe). Quaint little town worth stopping at.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Everything was great about Waihi and the motel except for the very hard bed!

4/5 - Good

KDG

Plenty to do and great places to visit but not possible during working week

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

It’s so lovely, feels so safe that we going to move to Waihi...

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Lots to do and see in town, at nearby Waihi Beach, Whangamata, Tauranga, etc. a good base for exploring the area.

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