Tairua Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Tamara
Photo by Tamara
Photo by Beth Davis
Photo by Beth Davis
Photo by Sapphire Beaumont
Photo by Sapphire Beaumont

Go with the flow in Tairua and discover its volcanic peaks, island dive spots and surf beaches at your own leisure.

Tairua means “two tides”. One tide reaches its harbour at the Tairua River mouth and the other laps at Tairua Beach. In between stand the twin peaks of Mount Paku, a volcano with views of some the best dive spots of the Coromandel Peninsula. Tairua’s twin town Pauanui is just a short ferry ride away. The region’s true hidden gem is Otara Bay. You can only get there by following a bush track from Sailor’s Grave Beach. Shh, don’t tell anyone!

Pacific Harbour Villas

Pacific Harbour Villas

4 out of 5
223 Main Rd, Tairua
The price is AU$162 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
AU$162
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach cabin in Tairua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Tairua Library and Pepe Reserve are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (181 reviews)
"Had to have shower with the cockroaches... was dark on the side of kitchen where plugs were as no lighting as it is only over sink by window. No milk for room (not sure if meant to be provided) no information in room about Tairua or resort. Overall stay was very pleasant"

Reviewed on 18 Aug. 2025

Pacific Harbour Villas
Tairua Shores

Tairua Shores

3.5 out of 5
156 Main Road, Coromandel Peninsula, Tairua
The price is AU$173 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
AU$173
21 Aug - 22 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly motel in Tairua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Pepe Reserve ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (132 reviews)
"Clean, quiet, and helpful staff and would stay longer next time."

Reviewed on 17 Aug. 2025

Tairua Shores
Paku Lodge Resort

Paku Lodge Resort

3 out of 5
10 The Esplanade, PO Box 63, Tairua
The price is AU$141 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
AU$141
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in Tairua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (225 reviews)
"Fantastic place, charming, quiet, Terry a great host/owner; beautiful location 2.5 km walk to downtown Tairua but pitch dark at night, glad I had a reflector vest Basics in place for cooking, TV has Netflix, prime and good channels. Water across the street, complimentary kayaks and shovels for hot ..."

Reviewed on 23 Jun. 2025

Paku Lodge Resort
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Pacific Harbour Villas

Pacific Harbour Villas

4 out of 5
223 Main Rd, Tairua
Stay at this 4-star beach cabin in Tairua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Tairua Library and Pepe Reserve are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (181 reviews)
"Had to have shower with the cockroaches... was dark on the side of kitchen where plugs were as no lighting as it is only over sink by window. No milk for room (not sure if meant to be provided) no information in room about Tairua or resort. Overall stay was very pleasant"

Reviewed on 18 Aug. 2025

Pacific Harbour Villas
Paku Lodge Resort

Paku Lodge Resort

3 out of 5
10 The Esplanade, PO Box 63, Tairua
Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in Tairua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (225 reviews)
"Fantastic place, charming, quiet, Terry a great host/owner; beautiful location 2.5 km walk to downtown Tairua but pitch dark at night, glad I had a reflector vest Basics in place for cooking, TV has Netflix, prime and good channels. Water across the street, complimentary kayaks and shovels for hot ..."

Reviewed on 23 Jun. 2025

Paku Lodge Resort
Paku Paradise, Tairua.

Paku Paradise, Tairua.

Tairua
Stay at this vacation home in Tairua. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Mount Paku and Pauanui Beach are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (129 reviews)
midwinter at Paku Paradise
"I've stayed here multiple times and the location still leaves a warm and positive impression. Easy access with whatever you need to keep you comfortable, off street parking is always a bonus for unpacking/ repacking. Even in winter you can be warm and cosy as you watch the sea and birds wheeling ..."

Reviewed on 3 Jul. 2025

Paku Paradise, Tairua.
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Popular places to visit

Mount Paku

Mount Paku

4.5/5(16 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Paku during your travels in Tairua. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Mount Paku

Paaku

Find out about the history of Tairua when you spend time at Paaku. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Paaku

Tairua Library

Tairua Library is just one of the places to see in Tairua, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Tairua Library

Cities near Tairua

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Pauanui