Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Waihi Beach travel guide

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You're Going to Love Waihi Beach

With a population of 2,014, Waihi Beach is a must-see destination in Bay of Plenty, New Zealand. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Waihi Beach to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Waihi Beach

Waihi Beach in October
Estimated hotel price
£55
1 night at 3-star hotel
Waihi Beach in October
Estimated hotel price
£55
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Waihi Beach

Plane

Although Waihi Beach doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Tauranga (TRG), which is located 36 km from Waihi Beach. The shortest flight to Waihi Beach from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 32h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Waihi Beach is to pick up a car hire from Auckland, which is about 122 km from Waihi Beach. You’ll find branches of New Zealand Discount Car Rentals and EZI, among others, in Auckland.

Plane

Although Waihi Beach doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Tauranga (TRG), which is located 36 km from Waihi Beach. The shortest flight to Waihi Beach from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 32h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Waihi Beach is to pick up a car hire from Auckland, which is about 122 km from Waihi Beach. You’ll find branches of New Zealand Discount Car Rentals and EZI, among others, in Auckland.

Airports near Waihi Beach

AKLAuckland Intl
HLZHamilton
TRGTauranga

Airlines serving Waihi Beach

Lufthansa
Good (8,213 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,576 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,210 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,065 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,473 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,556 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,252 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,659 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,734 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,195 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,984 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,609 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,535 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,430 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,480 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,599 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (3,040 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,907 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (318 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,040 reviews)
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Where to stay in Waihi Beach

Average rates range from around £68 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £53 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Waihi Beach

Hiring a car in Waihi Beach

Expect to pay £1.37 per litre in Waihi Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £16.41 and £21.88.

Expect to pay £1.37 per litre in Waihi Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £16.41 and £21.88.