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The 10 Best Design Hotels in Whitianga, New Zealand

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Wake up to lovely views of Mercury Bay from your private patio at Ohuka Place Homestay, just 10 minutes’ drive from the famous Lost Spring. Guests enjoy free Wi-Fi and BBQ facilities.

All rooms have a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a DVD player. Each room has an electric kettle and a private bathroom with a bathrobe, a hairdryer and free toiletries.

Super experience staying with Sue and Harvey. The room was outstanding. Comfortable, modern, with a wonderful view of the mountains and the ocean. Above all, we enjoyed the time with the hosts, their friendly breakfast and the time and interest they gave in talking to us and giving advice on travel. We certainly hope to visit again.

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9.6
Exceptional
122 reviews

Situated opposite Buffalo Beach, The Oceanside Motel features rooms with a private terrace or balcony offering views of Mercury Bay. It offers a portable barbecue, free beach towels, free kayak rental and free parking.

the hosts were very helpful, as we had a few weather issues !! ;-) also the cooked breakfast was very nice/ and plenty!

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8.6
Fabulous
498 reviews
Price from
£97
per night

Just 500 metres from Hahei Beach, Cathedral Cove Apartment offers free WiFi and free bicycles. Guests enjoy free snorkeling equipment and shovels to explore the famous Hot Water Beach, an 8-minute drive away.

Everything was perfekt! Such a clean and wonderful apartment, quite close to the beach. And the hosts were absolutely lovely! We had just a perfect stay :-)

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9.7
Exceptional
237 reviews
Price from
£115
per night

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These hotels offer something a little different in the way of design and usually sit in a trendy, urban part of town. More intimate than your average hotel, they offer high standards with a homely vibe.
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  • 7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 12 reviews
    Location was fantastic. Room layout was great. View was stunning and access to the beach was great. Kitchen was well equipped Whitianga was gorgeous - so much to do: Cathedral Cove glass bottom boat and hot water beach were two options we did.
    Carina 71
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £125.87
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 261 reviews
    The pool, spa and bbq area was neat, the interior design of the room was stunning, the bed was comfortable and shower pressure was incredibly strong. I loved how they left a hot water bottle on the bed.
    Brooke
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £60.49
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 306 reviews
    Really big cottages. Perfect for a small family. Good overall design and friendly service. Good facilities as well. Parking on site.
    K
    Young couple
  • 9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 9 reviews
    Quiet, comfortable, well-appointed, beautifully designed and executed. A unique, innovative and pleasurable place to stay. Very warm and generous hosts.
    Paul
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £120.01
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 97 reviews
    Beautiful location, the views were stunning. The accommodation was modern and clean. The hosts were really friendly and gave us some great recommendations for the local area. The breakfast before we left was lovely.
    Becky
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £73.45
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 301 reviews
    Units are spacious, a cool retro design and kitchen is well setup with everything you’d need for living away from home. Location is exceptional too with easy access to esplanade of cafes and marina.
    Shelley
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £120.01
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 97 reviews
    Stunning views, delicious breakfast every morning, hospitable hosts, stylish airbnb.
    Tali
    Young couple
  • 8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 39 reviews
    We stayed here right after Cyclone Gabrielle and the owner was very responsive in letting me know whether the roads were open and confirming the place was fine. The place was neat and tidy, excellent location, beds were comfortable and the decor was spot on. The kitchen is perfect if you want to cook some meals, with a nice large fridge. With plenty of seating and a great BBQ this house is perfectly designed house if you plan on spending some time outside.
    Tegan
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £125.87
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 261 reviews
    Rooms are absolutely stunning and very well kept. Laundry was very useful. Spa out the back was very relaxing with a beautiful view. Close to restaurants/cafes. Staff were very helpful and lovely. Very happy with our stay ❤️
    Kirstie
    Young couple
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 71 reviews
    Location was perfect, walking distance to all amenities - supermarkets, beach, ferry, the lost spring. Beach Folly is just gorgeous, everything I needed was available. Communication with Sheree was fantastic - she was so lovely to put the heaters on and close the curtains for me before I arrived. Too good!
    Libbie
    Solo traveller