Tairua grew as a holiday resort where many New Zealanders have their holiday homes (baches). It's where they come for weekends and main holidays to relax, fish, sail, walk, cycle, play golf and entertain friends and family. But in recent years these towns have become touring centres for visitors from all over the world wanting to explore the whole of the Coromandel. All of the main sites are easy to get to for the day, with some of the most famous less than 30 minutes away. Two of these 'must-see' spots, Hot Water Beach and Cathedral Cove are just 25km drive. The Coromandel east and north coasts have countless fabulous beaches with gorgeous sand, each with their own character – some wild and isolated, some gentle with settlements, some on main routes, some requiring a hike through native bush to get there and almost all with some amazing wildlife – shore birds and sea mammals. Running down the spine of the peninsula is the Coromandel mountain range, high peaks formed by ancient volcanos, covered in forest. And the region's many historic towns, such as Coromandel, Thames and Waihi are all well worth a visit.
Local Attractions
Tairua, along with its twin town Pauanui that is across the harbour, are both on the Coromandel east coast (Pacific), 150km east of Auckland and some two hours north of Rotorua.
What our other guests had to say
We stayed here for thee nights and absolutely loved the accommodation. We were greeted by name on arrival. Accommodation is excellent room was spacious clean and lovely decorated. It was great to have your own patio area. There is also a guest sitting room and beautiful garden with a pool. Jane...
Elizabeth
I am sooo happy that my partner and I stayed here over the weekend. We stayed two nights and wished we could have stayed longer... Our room was beautifully laid out with a lovely bed and a wonderful bathroom... They have a gorgeous view out over the water and are within walking distance to the...
jayz1979, Auckland Central, New Zealand
This B&B ticks all the boxes. it feels like a home from home with its immaculate interior and tasteful decor. It is clean with very comfortable beds and a delicious breakfast. The swimming pool will come into its own on hot days. The hosts, Jane and Chris make you feel welcome and are a font...
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