Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Papatowai has a couple of short walks, a picnic spot at the mouth of the Tahakopa
River, a handful of accommodation options and a general store selling petrol.
Sleeping
SLOPE POINT
Slope Point Backpackers
( 03-246 8420;
www.slopepoint.co.nz
;
164 Slope Point Rd; sites per person from $12, dm $22-27, d $47, unit $87;
)
This rural property has modern dorms and rooms, along with a great-value self-
contained unit. There are grassy tent pitches and gravel sites for campervans, and the
owners' children are always keen to show off the working farm. Board games, puzzles
and loads of magazines take the place of TV.
HOSTEL
$
CURIO BAY
Curio Bay Holiday Park
( 03-246 8897;
valwhyte@hotmail.com
;
601 Curio Bay Rd; sites unpowered/powered 2 people $20/30)
Tucked
into an outcrop between Curio and Porpoise Bays, within easy walking distance to both,
this camp offers private campsites hidden in a sea of tall flax. It's a truly beautiful place to
camp, despite seriously ancient amenities. Long-promised upgrades are apparently in the
pipeline. Guided nature walks are available.
HOLIDAY PARK
$
HOSTEL
$
Lazy Dolphin Lodge
( 03-246 8579;
www.lazydolphinlodge.co.nz
;
529 Curio Bay Rd; dm/d/tw $35/76/76; )
This perfect hy-
brid of seaside holiday home and hostel is looking totally swell. Light and airy bedrooms
sport cheerful linen, and there are two kitchens and lounges. The upstairs area is king for
its deck overlooking Porpoise Bay.
Curio Bay Boutique Studios
( 03-246 8797;
www.curiobay.co.nz
;
501 Curio Bay Rd; d $160-200)
Three plush units are on offer here
- one apartment attached to the hosts' house, and two similar down the road. All are self-
contained, decorated in rustic, beachy style, with big windows and sun-drenched decks
right next to the beach. A larger cottage is good for groups. Lovely options offering a
touch of romance.
APARTMENTS
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