Waihi Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Waihi
Waihi and gold mining go way back and today the town and its mine are inseparable, both still going for gold.

Right beside the town of Waihi is the massive pit of the Martha Mine. With access ramps spiralling deep into the earth, this large open cut mine is still in use. Along with the Waihi Gold Discovery Centre, the mine tour tells the story of what makes Waihi shine. And, apart from gold and silver, there are more natural treasures to discover. The Karangahake Gorge, Waihi beach and Hauraki Rail Trail are just some of Waihi’s hidden gems.

Where to stay in Waihi

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Waikino

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Waikino and surrounding area, you can visit Owharoa Falls and Karangahake Gorge.

Waikino
Palm Motel Waihi
Palm Motel Waihi
3 out of 5
123 Parry Palm Avenue, Formerly 2 Parry Palm Avenue, Waihi
The price is AU$151 per night from 2 Apr to 3 Apr
AU$151
includes taxes & fees
2 Apr - 3 Apr
Stay at this 3-star motel in Waihi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Gold-mining Museum and Art Gallery and Waihi Arts ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (253 reviews)
"Its good it provided what we needed for the night."

Reviewed on 28 Feb. 2025

Palm Motel Waihi
Goldmine Motel
Goldmine Motel
3 out of 5
6 Victoria St, Waihi, Waikato
The price is AU$175 per night from 9 Apr to 10 Apr
AU$175
includes taxes & fees
9 Apr - 10 Apr
Stay at this 3-star motel in Waihi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Gold-mining Museum and Art Gallery and Waihi Arts ...
9/10 Wonderful! (100 reviews)
"Excellent stay, clean and quiet, Totally reccomend."

Reviewed on 27 Jan. 2025

Goldmine Motel
Waihi Cottage Entertainment
Waihi Cottage Entertainment
Waihi
The price is AU$199 per night from 20 Mar to 21 Mar
AU$199
includes taxes & fees
20 Mar - 21 Mar
Stay at this cottage in Waihi. Enjoy a water park and patios. Popular attractions Gold-mining Museum and Art Gallery and Waihi Arts Centre & Museum are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (36 reviews)
Waihi mini break
"Quaint railway cottage with train memorabilia. Its an olden day cottage but all modern comforts we needed, air con tv etc. Clean modern bathroom and adequate kitchen. Great spot right next to train station and rail trail it was fun sitting on the front porch with the dog, waving to the kids on the ..."

Reviewed on 18 Feb. 2025

Waihi Cottage Entertainment
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Waihi Cottage Entertainment
Waihi Cottage Entertainment
Waihi
Stay at this cottage in Waihi. Enjoy a water park and patios. Popular attractions Gold-mining Museum and Art Gallery and Waihi Arts Centre & Museum are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (36 reviews)
Waihi mini break
"Quaint railway cottage with train memorabilia. Its an olden day cottage but all modern comforts we needed, air con tv etc. Clean modern bathroom and adequate kitchen. Great spot right next to train station and rail trail it was fun sitting on the front porch with the dog, waving to the kids on the ..."

Reviewed on 18 Feb. 2025

Waihi Cottage Entertainment
Golden Valley Retreat by Tiny Away
Golden Valley Retreat by Tiny Away
Waihi
Stay at this vacation home in Waihi. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), patios, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Homunga Bay Beach and Orokawa Bay are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
"This was an excellent place to stay. We were given a warm welcome by the host and several dogs! The tiny house was in a paddock with sheep, a horse and chickens but was so peaceful. It was very clean and comfortable and, although compact, it had everything we needed including some breakfast items. ..."

Reviewed on 11 Jan. 2025

Golden Valley Retreat by Tiny Away
Oceanside Resort & Twin Towers
Oceanside Resort & Twin Towers
4 out of 5
1 Maunganui Road, Tauranga
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Tauranga. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,210 reviews)
"friendly staff good location ideal for short stay. was a little noisy with landscaping work below our apartment from early morning. otherwise we enjoyed the stay."

Reviewed on 20 Feb. 2025

Oceanside Resort & Twin Towers
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

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Owharoa Falls

5/5(5 reviews)

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.

Owharoa Falls
Martha Mine which includes heritage architecture

Martha Mine

5/5(5 reviews)

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.

Martha Mine
Gilmour Reserve

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.

Gilmour Reserve
Waihi featuring a small town or village

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.

Seddon St

The Waterlily Gardens

4.5/5(9 reviews)

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.

The Waterlily Gardens

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.

Waihi Arts Centre & Museum

Activities

Whangamata: Donut Island Guided Kayaking Experience

Whangamata: Donut Island Guided Kayaking Experience

AU$95
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Whangamata: Donut Island Guided Kayaking Experience
Katikati Gourmet Avocado Tasting

Katikati Gourmet Avocado Tasting

AU$68
per adult
Katikati Gourmet Avocado Tasting
Walk and talk

Katikati Avocado Adventure

AU$53
per adult
Katikati Avocado Adventure
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Reviews of Waihi

4.2
Top destination
5 - Excellent
14
5 - Excellent 42%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 42%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 12%
2 - Disappointing
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4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Gilmour Reserve has a nice trail that feeds into a river walk

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Great for Waihi Beach, good places to eat (e.g. German Bakery & Cafe). Quaint little town worth stopping at.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Everything was great about Waihi and the motel except for the very hard bed!

4/5 - Good

KDG

Plenty to do and great places to visit but not possible during working week

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

It’s so lovely, feels so safe that we going to move to Waihi...

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Lots to do and see in town, at nearby Waihi Beach, Whangamata, Tauranga, etc. a good base for exploring the area.

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Waihi Beach

Paeroa showing a waterfall

Paeroa