Waikino Travel Guide
Waihi
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Popular places to visit
Owharoa Falls
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Owharoa Falls during your travels in Waihi. You can seek out the area's hiking trails and campsites.
Martha Mine
Learn about the evolution of gold and silver mining and go on a tour to get close to the huge open pit of this still active mine.
Seddon St
You can find out about the history of Waihi with a stop at Seddon St. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
Gilmour Reserve
Explore the great outdoors at Gilmour Reserve, a lovely green space in Waihi. Amble around the area's beaches or seek out its hiking trails.
The Waterlily Gardens
The Waterlily Gardens is just one of the places to see in Waihi, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
Waihi Arts Centre & Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Waihi Arts Centre & Museum in Waihi. Stroll along the beaches or seek out the hiking trails.
Things to do
Bullswool Heritage Farm General Entry Ticket
Top hotels in Waikino
Grafton Cottage & Chalets
Second time we've stayed at Grafton Cottages. Such a warm welcome, so chilled and relaxing with amazing views.
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
Tasman Holiday Parks – Waihi Beach
Very clean room! This is a perfect location for families. It is set up to entertain the kids. I enjoyed the stream running through the community , with the eels in it. Quick walk to the beach too!
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Tasman Holiday Parks – Beachaven
The camp location was close and very handy to the beach. Our two bedroom villa was great for size for our family of two adults and two teenagers. Cafe/ coffee/ food are within five min walking distance...perfect! Loved the pizza oven, but unfortunately there was very little wood stocks to use. However, ...
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Purple Hen Country Lodge
Loved everything about our stay. Great location, hospitable owners, beautiful grounds, cute chickens. Clean room and comfy bed, not en-suite but private bathroom for every room, hot shower with very good shower pressure, lovely common kitchen and lounge areas. Would have stayed longer had we ...
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2025
Avalon Motel Thames – Wenzel Motels
Fantastic room with two separate bedroom areas. Comfy beds. Great kitchen. Slightly strange shower with a domed room, but had everything we needed. Pool was ok, but a bit dirty. Staff were lovely. Location was good.
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Palm Motel Waihi
Clean and in a handy location
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
