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Top hotels in The Waterways

Ocean Breeze Resort

Ocean Breeze Resort

3.5 out of 5
34 Pauanui Boulevard Pauanui
9.2/10 Wonderful! (73 reviews)
Great apartment with full kitchen. Very nicely decorated and across from the beach. Highly recommend! And restaurants nearby were outstanding (Cabana and The Lical).

Reviewed on 28 Apr 2025

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Ocean Breeze Resort
Albert Number 6 Motel

Albert Number 6 Motel

3 out of 5
6 Albert Street Whitianga
The price is €82 per night from 18 Dec to 19 Dec
€82
18 Dec - 19 Dec
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (396 reviews)
Room great. Staff very helpful.

Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025

Albert Number 6 Motel
Waterfront Apartments Whitianga

Waterfront Apartments Whitianga

3.5 out of 5
2 Buffalo beach Road Whitianga WKO
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €118 per night from 18 Dec to 19 Dec
€118
18 Dec - 19 Dec
includes taxes & fees
9.4/10 Exceptional! (220 reviews)
Clean rooms and well appointed.

Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025

Waterfront Apartments Whitianga
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Frequently asked questions

Can I cancel my flight booking to The Waterways due to COVID-19?
Many airlines now offer more flexibility due to COVID-19. Our convenient Customer Service Portal will help you answer most questions about changes to your flight. It's also worth checking the terms and conditions of your chosen carrier — preferably before locking in your seat!
What's the best way to find cheap flights to The Waterways that have flexible change policies?
It's as easy as 1-2-3 with Expedia. Firstly, type in your preferred travel dates and hit "Search." Step 2: Check "No change fee" below the "Flexible change policies" heading to the left of your screen. Step 3. Grab your cheap and flexible flight to The Waterways.
What are some of the general tips for travellers to The Waterways during the COVID-19 outbreak?
If it's your first time travelling during COVID-19, you'll notice a range of new regulations and rules in place. Follow these tips and make your escape to The Waterways go off without a hitch:
  • Before committing to anything, check if any travel restrictions apply — in both your destination and origin. Get the latest updates by reviewing government websites.
  • When you go through airport screening, keep your face mask on. You will be asked to lower it briefly to verify your identity. Those who refuse to wear a mask may be denied entry or boarding.
  • Rather than handing a TSA agent your boarding pass, position it straight on the scanner yourself. After that, hold it up for inspection.
  • TSA is now allowing passengers to take one container of hand sanitizer, up to 12 oz (350 ml) in size, in carry-on baggage. This will have to be removed from your bag at the X-ray machine for screening.
  • To reduce handling during screening, place personal items such as your phone and loose change into your carry-on rather than into the bins.
  • Separate any food you have for X-ray scanning. Food items often trigger the alarm. Putting them in a clear plastic bag and into a bin reduces the need for a TSA employee to touch and inspect your belongings.

Which airlines fly to The Waterways?
Air New Zealand offers flights into or near The Waterways, including 351 that travel to Hamilton Intl. Airport (HLZ) each month. Pick your holiday dates and then secure your fare early to score the best deal.
How can I find cheap tickets to The Waterways?
One of the best ways to find cheap tickets to The Waterways is to be flexible with your travel dates. Search for your flights, then click "flexible dates" at the top of your results. It will bring up the cheapest prices for nearby days. The best price for a flight to The Waterways in the last seven days was . Booking well in advance will usually help you score an even better deal.
How much is a flight to The Waterways?
In the last seven days, round-trip tickets to The Waterways sold for as low as and peaked at . For one-way trips departing from (), the cheapest seat during this same period was only .
What are the most popular airports to fly into in The Waterways?
Jet into Hamilton Intl. Airport (HLZ) and enjoy everything that The Waterways has to offer. As the region's main entry point, approximately 351 flights touch down here every month.
When is the cheapest time to fly to The Waterways?
If you'd rather spend your hard-earned holiday dollars getting to know The Waterways rather than on your flight there, depart earlier in the week. The cheapest day to fly is normally Tuesday, followed by Monday. With many people travelling on weekends, Saturday typically has the most expensive airfares.
How much is a plane ticket to The Waterways?
Ticket prices ranged from to in the last seven days. When you're ready to book, we'll help you lock in the best deal to The Waterways.
Which airlines with flights to The Waterways employ COVID-19 cleanliness policies?
To help you travel with more confidence, Air New Zealand has implemented a raft of enhanced measures including providing passenger masks and cleaning with disinfectant. These new cleanliness standards apply to its services in and out of The Waterways and across the Air New Zealand network.
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