Rodney District

Travel Guide

Goat Island Marine Reserve in New Zealand
Goat Island Marine Reserve in New Zealand
I am here on a holiday but this is the beach I grew up on pure New Zealand love
Te Arai point, a couple of hours north of Auckland, New Zealand. This was the last sunrise of 2014
Quick little walking trail has amazing views. There's a shallow cave below this too!

Where to stay in Rodney District

I am here on a holiday but this is the beach I grew up on pure New Zealand love

Stanmore Bay

While Stanmore Bay isn't home to many top sights, Big Manly Beach and Little Manly Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Stanmore Bay
On the right you will find this incredible ripple sculptures

Red Beach

Travellers like the golf courses in Red Beach, and Peninsula Golf Club is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Red Beach
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Gulf Harbour

Restaurants and lake views are just a few things travellers like about Gulf Harbour. A stop by Gulf Harbour Country Club is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

Gulf Harbour
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Manly

While visiting Manly, you might make a stop by sights like Little Manly Beach and Big Manly Beach.

Manly
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Arkles Bay

While there might not be top attractions in Arkles Bay, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Little Manly Beach and Big Manly Beach.

Arkles Bay
Farmland on west coast of New Zealand with harbor shallows full of mangroves.

Parakai

You'll enjoy the monuments and spas in Parakai. You might want to make time for a stop at Parakai Springs or Kaipātiki Recreation Reserve.

Parakai
Waves Motel

Waves Motel

4 out of 5
Corner Hibiscus Coast Highway & Kohu St Orewa
The price is €122 per night from 5 Mar to 6 Mar
€122
5 Mar - 6 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Orewa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (643 reviews)
It was nice to have an outdoor area right outside the room with table and chairs. Convenient access to the beautiful beach just a few steps away.

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

Waves Motel
Marsden Suites Nautilus Orewa

Marsden Suites Nautilus Orewa

4 out of 5
9-13 Tamariki Avenue Orewa NZ
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €137 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
€137
16 Mar - 17 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa aparthotel in Orewa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (333 reviews)
This place is incredible! High rise tower in the center of town with views of the beach from the 4th floor pool deck! Dedicated spot in the parking ramp for your unit. We were upgraded and the upgraded unit was very nice. Nice balcony space off bedroom and living room. Large living space. I would ...

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026

Marsden Suites Nautilus Orewa
Orewa Beachcomber

Orewa Beachcomber

4 out of 5
246 Hibiscus Coast Hwy Orewa Auckland
The price is €119 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
€119
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Orewa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Orewa Beach and Orewa – Te Ara Tahuna Estuary ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (39 reviews)
Just about everything we could need. Impressed with the layout of the room: lounge/diner/kitchenette with double doors to ample bedroom, then sliding door to bathroom consisting of bathtub, separate shower (large), WC and basin.

Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

Orewa Beachcomber
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Marsden Suites Nautilus Orewa

Marsden Suites Nautilus Orewa

4 out of 5
9-13 Tamariki Avenue Orewa NZ
Stay at this spa aparthotel in Orewa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (333 reviews)
This place is incredible! High rise tower in the center of town with views of the beach from the 4th floor pool deck! Dedicated spot in the parking ramp for your unit. We were upgraded and the upgraded unit was very nice. Nice balcony space off bedroom and living room. Large living space. I would ...

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026

Marsden Suites Nautilus Orewa
Orewa Beachcomber

Orewa Beachcomber

4 out of 5
246 Hibiscus Coast Hwy Orewa Auckland
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Orewa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Orewa Beach and Orewa – Te Ara Tahuna Estuary ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (39 reviews)
Just about everything we could need. Impressed with the layout of the room: lounge/diner/kitchenette with double doors to ample bedroom, then sliding door to bathroom consisting of bathtub, separate shower (large), WC and basin.

Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

Orewa Beachcomber
Whangaparaoa Lodge Motel

Whangaparaoa Lodge Motel

4 out of 5
874 Whangaparaoa Rd Whangaparaoa
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Whangaparaoa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (522 reviews)
Warm welcome, staff very helpful. Room well appointed, excellent breakfast

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

Whangaparaoa Lodge Motel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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