Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
( 09-379 6476;
www.doc.govt.nz
;
site per adult/child $10/5)
There are campsites at Harataonga Bay,
Medlands Beach, Akapoua Bay, Whangapoua, The Green (Whangaparapara) and Awana
Bay. All have basic facilities, including water, cold showers (except for at The Green), toi-
lets and a food-preparation shelter. You need to bring your own gas cooking stove as open
fires are prohibited. Book in advance online.
Aotea Lodge
MAP
( 09-429 0628;
www.aotealodge.com
;
41 Medland Rd; units $100-150; )
A well-tended, sunny garden
surrounds these reasonably priced units, perched on the hill just above Tryphena. They
range from a two-bedroom house to an unusual mezzanine unit loaded with bunks, and
each has its own cooking facilities.
APARTMENT
$$
Shoal Bay Lodge
MAP
( 09-429 0890;
www.shoalbaylodge.co.nz
;
145 Shoal Bay Rd; apt $160-290)
Hidden among the trees
these comfy self-contained apartments offer sea views, bird song and solar power. Best is
the three-bedroom lodge with its sunset-guzzling deck.
APARTMENT
$$
MOTEL
$$$
Tipi & Bob's Waterfront Lodge
MAP
( 09-429 0550;
www.waterfrontlodge.co.nz
;
38 Puriri Bay Rd; units $195-250)
West of Tryphena, these
smart motel-style units have some wonderful sea views and very helpful owners. The
complex includes a restaurant and bar, and there's also a compact double room available
for $135.
Sunset Waterfront Lodge
MAP
MOTEL
$$$
( 09-429 0051;
www.sunsetlodge.co.nz
;
Mulberry Grove; apt $195-245)
Gaze across the lawn to the sea
from the attractive studio units, or fight over who's going to get the pointy room in the
two-bedroom A-frame villas. There's a small shop and cafe next door.
Eating & Drinking
