Hibiscus Coast

Travel Guide

This is from a weekend trip to New Zealand in 2014.
The view of Auckland from Shakespear Regional Park, New Zealand
This is from a weekend trip to New Zealand in 2014.
I am here on a holiday but this is the beach I grew up on pure New Zealand love
Only 20 minutes north of Auckland harbour you can spend a day on the 3 km long sandy Orewa Beach. 
Perfect place for a day trip!

Where to stay in Hibiscus Coast

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

Stanmore Bay

While Stanmore Bay might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Big Manly Beach and Little Manly Beach.

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

Red Beach

Travelers 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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Manly

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

Manly
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Gulf Harbour

Travelers enjoy Gulf Harbour for its restaurants and lake views. Consider checking out Gulf Harbour Country Club while you're in the area.

Gulf Harbour
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Hatfields Beach

While Hatfields Beach isn't home to many top sights, Orewa Beach and Orewa – Te Ara Tahuna Estuary Cycleway are some notable places to visit nearby.

Hatfields Beach
Army Bay

Army Bay

While visiting Army Bay, you might make a stop by sights like Shakespear Regional Park and Whangaparaoa Golf Club.

Army Bay
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group

Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group

5 out of 5
83 Symonds Street, Box 2771 Auckland
The price is P5,656 per night from Apr 14 to Apr 15
P5,656
P6,505 total
Apr 14 - Apr 15
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,667 reviews)
Room was spacious; breakfast buffet had a lot of options. Concierge was helpful and coordinated in scheduling for airport shuttle. Shuttle accepted credit charge payment with service fee (common fee for credit card users in NZ). The complementary shuttle service to the wharf was a plus!

Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026

Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
Grand Millennium Auckland

Grand Millennium Auckland

5 out of 5
71 Mayoral Drive Auckland
The price is P6,917 per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
P6,917
P7,954 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,734 reviews)
What a great location! Really positive and helpful staff .

Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026

Grand Millennium Auckland
Hotel Grand Chancellor Auckland

Hotel Grand Chancellor Auckland

4.5 out of 5
80 Wellesley Street West Auckland Auckland
The price is P4,454 per night from Apr 12 to Apr 13
P4,454
P5,123 total
Apr 12 - Apr 13
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Popular attractions SkyCity Casino and Sky Tower ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (845 reviews)
It was awesome maybe just a heater just incase it gets cold

Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026

Hotel Grand Chancellor Auckland
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
Book a stay at this spa aparthotel in Orewa. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (341 reviews)
Unless you book the very best suite, then your experience will not be like the website photos. Great weather will make the facilities more usable. Looking forward to next time.

Reviewed on Mar 19, 2026

Marsden Suites Nautilus Orewa
Orewa Beachcomber

Orewa Beachcomber

4 out of 5
246 Hibiscus Coast Hwy Orewa Auckland
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Orewa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Orewa Beach and Orewa – Te Ara Tahuna Estuary ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (48 reviews)
Listing on Expedia shows a Washer/Dryer in the suite…it does not! There is one available in the common area for a fee! Host/Manager could not be bothered to come to office to discuss with me…instead spoke to me thru Ring intercom!

Reviewed on Mar 20, 2026

Orewa Beachcomber
Whangaparaoa Lodge Motel

Whangaparaoa Lodge Motel

4 out of 5
874 Whangaparaoa Rd Whangaparaoa
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Whangaparaoa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (526 reviews)
Close to a beach and restaurants. Quiet area to sit outside

Reviewed on Mar 9, 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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