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A beachside playground with a slide and climbing structures, adjacent to a grassy area and a view of the sea.

1. Camp Waipu Cove

Waipu

￥13,738 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 18 - Nov 19

A wooden deck with a table and chairs, surrounded by various tropical plants and a pathway.

2. Waipu Cove Resort

Waipu

￥23,444 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

A lakeside view with a wooden deck, a hammock, and a fenced area with a vehicle.

3. Chalet on the banks of the Waipu River

Waipu

￥15,024 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 17 - Nov 18

A bathtub filled with water, surrounded by lanterns, on a wooden deck.

4. Waipu Glamping-sleeps up to 5

Waipu

￥21,650 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 30 - Dec 1

A bedroom with a bed, a small desk, and a window.

5. Ensuite cabin at Waipu. Close to gorgeous beaches and 3kms to waipu town.

Waipu

￥19,753 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 20 - Nov 21

A rocky beach with large boulders and a clear view of the ocean.

6. Mangawhai Retreat Apartments

Mangawhai

￥15,954 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 19 - Nov 20

A compact kitchen with a dining area, a built-in oven, and a window with blinds.

7. ASURE Avenue Heights Motel

Avenues

￥16,054 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

A covered outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a hot tub, and a wooden table.

8. Beks Retreat, 100 metres walk to Estuary,

Mangawhai Heads

￥20,120 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 17 - Nov 18

A modern living room with a white sofa, a coffee table, and large windows offering a view of the landscape.

9. BEACHFRONT holiday home with stunning views& modern comforts -1h35 from Auckland

Ruakākā

￥67,387 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A trampoline with a safety net enclosure in a backyard.

10. Beach getaway

Ruakaka

￥36,364 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 20 - Nov 21

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Top Waipu Hotel Reviews

Camp Waipu Cove

Waipu

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Waipu Cove Resort

Waipu

10/10 Excellent

Michele

A room with a sliding glass door leading to a deck with outdoor seating.

The Hideout

Mangawhai

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Mangawhai Retreat Apartments

Mangawhai

10/10 Excellent

RH

A cozy indoor space with a foosball table, wooden tables, chairs, and a piano.

Kauri Villas

Parua Bay

10/10 Excellent

C

A living room with a beige sofa, colorful patterned wallpaper, a pool table, and a small wooden table.

Lupton Lodge

Glenbervie

10/10 Excellent

House and grounds are wonderful as is the owner Andy. Everything one could need is here. The breakfast was superb. Quiet, peaceful and every amenity taken care of. After a day on the water at Poor Knights this was a welcomed retreat. Dinner prepared optionally or at their suggestion we picked up fabulous fish and chips and ate outside on the patio. Perfect ending to a perfect day Thank you. We will definitely be back!

S & J Gott

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, a mirror, and a view of the outdoors.

Bella Vista Motel Whangarei

Avenues

10/10 Excellent

Heather

A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV, two beds, a sofa, and a small table.

Kensington Motel

Kensington

10/10 Excellent

Connie

A view from a window with a wooden staircase leading to a balcony, overlooking a lush garden with various tropical plants and a building in the background.

Comfort Hotel Flames Whangerei

Onerahi

10/10 Excellent

MATTHEW

A playground with a swing set and a slide, surrounded by trees.

Castle Court Motel

Wellsford

10/10 Excellent

Anonymous traveler

A swimming pool surrounded by tropical plants and a wooden fence.

Cheviot Park Motor Lodge

Woodhill

10/10 Excellent

Anonymous traveler

A room with a large window, a potted plant, a black chair, and a patterned cushion.

Quest Whangarei

Whangarei Central

10/10 Excellent

Teri

A pool area with a view of a garden through a lattice window.

Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre

Riverside

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

An outdoor patio area with picnic tables and umbrellas, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

Discovery Settlers Hotel

Regent

10/10 Excellent

It's a little bit outside Whangarei, but really I don't know why you would want to stay in the town itself since all the fun locations are closer to the coast. Overall it's a great hotel if you need a place to crash for a couple of nights. The standard rooms are small, but they have everything you need and are quite clean for a motel. The staff is friendly and the main lounge/restaurant area is comfortable and spacious. Can't really go wrong staying here if you don't want luxury.

Michael

Frequently Asked Questions

What's Waipu like for family-friendly vacations?

The relaxing destination of Waipu is a good choice if you've been considering a getaway with your kids. The beaches, camping sites, and excursions are just some of the things that make this a good place for family vacations. Take to the air and fly into Whangarei (WRE), which is located 15.7 mi (25.3 km) from the city center.

When’s the best time to book a family-friendly vacation in Waipu?

The hottest months are usually February and January with an average temp of 66°F, while the coldest months are July and August with an average of 54°F. Average annual precipitation for Waipu is 45 inches.

What's there to see and do with your family in Waipu?

While you and your family are visiting Waipu, you might want to check out some kid-friendly attractions such as Mangawhai Village Market and Mangawhai Public Library. Make sure you have lots of time for activities like Kaiwaka Library and Waipu Cove Beach.

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Our top choices for Waipu family-friendly hotels

1. Camp Waipu Cove

2. Waipu Cove Resort

3. Chalet on the banks of the Waipu River

4. Waipu Glamping-sleeps up to 5

5. Ensuite cabin at Waipu. Close to gorgeous beaches and 3kms to waipu town.

6. Mangawhai Retreat Apartments

7. ASURE Avenue Heights Motel

8. Beks Retreat, 100 metres walk to Estuary,

9. BEACHFRONT holiday home with stunning views& modern comforts -1h35 from Auckland

10. Beach getaway

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Top Waipu Hotel Reviews

Camp Waipu Cove

10/10 Excellent

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