Waikino Travel Guide
Waihi





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Popular places to visit

Owharoa Falls
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.

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.

Martha Mine
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.

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.
The Waterlily Gardens
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.
Gold-mining Museum and Art Gallery
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Gold-mining Museum and Art Gallery in Waihi. Stroll along the beaches or seek out the hiking trails.
Things to do

Whangamata: Donut Island Guided Kayaking Experience

Bullswool Heritage Farm General Entry Ticket

Make Your Own Gin at the Matahui Gin Lab
Top hotels in Waikino

Tasman Holiday Parks – Waihi Beach
Room was clean but no hot water to clean dishes. There was a strom not shelter when you want to got out to the toilet in the middle of the night . So you come back to bed wet. Shower block was dirty and some ones hair ball every were. Nice place to stay but they need to do a bit more cleaning .
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026

Grafton Cottage & Chalets
Beautiful view
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026

Tasman Holiday Parks – Beachaven
Yes
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026

Rolleston Motel Thames – Wenzel Motels
Great customer service
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026

Pedlars Motel
Clean room. Spacious
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026

Avalon Motel Thames – Wenzel Motels
Easy check in, convenient location, we walked to the wharf and the shops. main road location but still quiet enough. Room was very spacious. Recommend this hotel.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
