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Food scene
Great food & a great atmosphere, on the weekends there is often live music.
Only a 3 minute walk from the bach!
The Bowentown Cafe
1 Pio RdGreat food & a great atmosphere, on the weekends there is often live music.
Only a 3 minute walk from the bach!
Right on the beach! Try and get a seat on the deck for unobstructed view.
78 locals recommend
Flatwhite Waihi Beach
21 Shaw RdRight on the beach! Try and get a seat on the deck for unobstructed view.
Now called The Surf Shack. They do the most amazing pancakes and have an extensive menu.
17 locals recommend
Surf Shack Eatery
123 Emerton RdNow called The Surf Shack. They do the most amazing pancakes and have an extensive menu.
Boutique chocolate shop - my favourite is mint (think fresh mint plant rather than peppermint).
Delicious treat!
Chez Moi - The swiss chocolate shop
29 Wilson RdBoutique chocolate shop - my favourite is mint (think fresh mint plant rather than peppermint).
Delicious treat!
Sightseeing
There are many little cafes and shops on the main street of Waihi Beach that are worth a visit. You can sometimes find a bargain at the Opp shop!
111 locals recommend
Waihi Beach
Ocean View RoadThere are many little cafes and shops on the main street of Waihi Beach that are worth a visit. You can sometimes find a bargain at the Opp shop!
My favourite beach access
I prefer this beach access for ocean beach swimming, during the summer school holidays they have lifeguards/flags. There is plenty of parking, the toilets are close by and there is a dairy a 2 minute walk away that does scoop ice-cream!
Island View Esplanade Reserves
7 Tuna AveI prefer this beach access for ocean beach swimming, during the summer school holidays they have lifeguards/flags. There is plenty of parking, the toilets are close by and there is a dairy a 2 minute walk away that does scoop ice-cream!
Great beach for families that dont want the waves of the ocean beach. Also can great walking tracks and view points of the beautiful scenery.
14 locals recommend
Anzac Bay
Great beach for families that dont want the waves of the ocean beach. Also can great walking tracks and view points of the beautiful scenery.
Hot pools
You can pay to use the Hot Springs, they have 1 larger pool for all ages and a smaller one for adults only - great for winter stays or those colder spring months.
24 locals recommend
Athenree Hot Springs & Holiday Park
1 Athenree RdYou can pay to use the Hot Springs, they have 1 larger pool for all ages and a smaller one for adults only - great for winter stays or those colder spring months.