Affordable accommodation only a 15-minute drive from the beach at Paihia, offering 3 x 2-bedroom units, 1 x spacious studio unit and 6 x studio units.

All units contain small kitchenette with cooking facilities, WiFi, Freeview TV and ensuite bathroom. On-site facilities include laundry, BBQ, boat parking and fish cleaning area.

Historically a coal mining town, Kawakawa is the gateway to the Bay of Islands and is a central stop for most Northland activities that are all within a reasonable driving distance. An ideal location for exploring Paihia, Kerikeri, Opua, Russell and Kaikohe. Take a day trip further afield to Opononi, Whangaroa, Kaitaia or Cape Reinga.

Kawakawa township is located 50m from motel, offering all necessary services. Kawakawa is the only town in New Zealand that boasts a train that offers daily rides through the centre of the street and is also home to the world famous Hundertwasser-designed public toilets, the only building in the Southern Hemisphere designed by the Austrian-born artist.

Host: Lester Perry..