North Island Travel Guide
If you’re planning your visit to the North Island of New Zealand, this page brings together all of the resources I have so far for the North Island. It’s a work in progress —
HANDPICKED HOTELS AND PLACES TO STAY
An ever-growing collection of my favourite places to stay in the North Island — independent, owner-operated lodgings that are special enough to plan your trip around.
THE COROMANDEL
Wairua Lodge: Rainforest River Retreat
Serene rooms tucked away in native bush, with river swimming, a hot tub under the stars, and a bush bath.
THE COROMANDEL
Wairua Lodge: Rainforest River Retreat
Serene rooms tucked away in native bush, with river swimming, a hot tub under the stars, and a bush bath.
TARANAKI
Ahu Ahu Beach Villas
Family owned and lovingly built, these villas overlook the wild west coast and have sustainability at their core.
THE COROMANDEL
Wairua Lodge: Rainforest River Retreat
Serene rooms tucked away in native bush, with river swimming, a hot tub under the stars, and a bush bath.
THE COROMANDEL
Buffalo Lodge
A forest retreat overlooking the Hauraki Gulf, with shared spaces that include a library and a help yourself veggie garden.
THE COROMANDEL
Wairua Lodge: Rainforest River Retreat
Serene rooms tucked away in native bush, with river swimming, a hot tub under the stars, and a bush bath.
