Whitianga offers a dazzling array of activities for couples, families, or groups for a holiday all year round. It is the best place to make your base, to experience this region.
The 4-star three level hot property The Crow’s Nest Apartments, offers an affordable price, with an inviting and relaxing atmosphere. Ideally located only 50 metres from the beachside esplanade and beautiful Buffalo Beach, 250 metres from the wharf, marina, and a fabulous park. Have dinner at the restaurant across the road and breakfast at one of the many cafes just around the corner. Plus, town is only a 5-minute stroll away. Why would you stay anywhere else?
Accommodation offers spacious, air conditioned, modern tastefully appointed fully self-contained, non serviced apartments with full kitchen and laundry facilities, private balconies, or courtyards many with views of town or the water of Mercury Bay. Added bonuses of off-road parking, FREE Wi-Fi, FREE Sky TV (50+ channels), lift and wheelchair accessible ground floor apartments. If you are traveling alone or with a group of up to 8 people we have an apartment for you. See our Group section for details on multiple apartment bookings.
One, two, three or four bedroom apartments available.
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nestled in a quiet street yet within metres from Mercury Bay, charming restaurants, outdoor adventure, marina, nearby shopping and town centre.
Complimented with exceptional service, spacious tastefully decorated self contained apartments with all the latest mod cons plus many offering beach or water views.
Choose us for your Whitianga accommodation stay.
Whitianga is a vibrant seaside town with numerous events, galas and fairs happening all year round.
Scallop Fesitval, Whitianga Summer Concert, The K2 Cycle, Beach Hop, Leadfoot Festival and many more.
Our accommodation is superbly located just a stone throw from everything.
Catering for everyone all seasons. A huge selection of services and sightseeing is available. From beach fun, fishing, kayaking, sailing, diving and many other water activities, the great outdoors, rejuvenate, relaxation, adventure and even a little bit of history thrown in.
The Lost Spring: Geo-thermal pools + cocktails - 10 min walk
Buffalo Beach - 50 metres. Wharf/Ferry & Park - 250 metres
Restaurants, Cafes, Bars, Main Street / Town, Visitors Information Centre & Cinema / Movies - 5 minute stroll
Supermarket & Mini Golf - 15 minute stroll
Depending on which area of Auckland you are travelling from it will take you around 3-3.5 hours to get to our Whitianga accommodation.
We have free unlimited WIFI and SKY TV with 50+ channels.
Each apartment comes with at least 1, sometimes 2 carparks. These are at the back of the building and some are covered.
Head south out of Auckland, your escape starts as you turn off SH2. Perhaps take a chilled out day with some stops enroute. Head along the Hauraki Plains. Maybe take a break and divert to Ngatea Watergardens or Blueberry Orchard (December to February). Continue on and cross over the Kopu Bridge. Head left at the roundabout continuing on SH25 into Thames the old mining town rich in history. Continue north on the coastal road to Coromandel Town. A detour off the main road at Tapu for a lunch stop perhaps is highly recommended – Koru at Rapaura Watergardens (please note this is closed for winter season). This route is scenic as the coast is lined with Pohutukawa Trees. Photo stop opportunity as your descend into Coromandel Town at Kereta Hill.
Coromandel Town had New Zealand’s first gold strike and its historical buildings remind you of this era. Take some time to wander around or head out to the Driving Creek Railway for a great experience with a great story. Back in the car, continue up and around the coast and in about an hours time you will find yourself in Whitianga as you drive past Matarangi, Kuaotunu & Wharekaho Beaches.
If you are looking for one more thing to do on your way to Whitianga, at Te Rerenga go left and head to Whangapoua Beach. There is a short 30 minute walk into the unspoilt New Chum Beach. Don’t forget your camera. It will take you about 40mins from Whangapoua Beach to get you to your accommodation at Crow’s Nest Apartments.
Head north out of Tauranga on SH2 past Katikati onto Waihi. Visit the Waihi Gold Discovery Centre and learn about the past and present gold story. Visit the Waterlily Gardens see the beauty of this place before back onto SH25. Continue through Whiritoa, then onto Whangamata. A great place to break the trip. Good coffee from Port Road Project or lunch at sixfortysix. There is a stunning 40m waterfall just south in Wentworth Valley if you have time.
Continuing on SH25/Tairua Rd with the river on your right. You’ll come into the pretty seaside village of Tairua which is a great place to stop. Let the kids out at the park for a run around or bite to eat at one of the many eateries. Back on the road there is a great photo opportunity at the top of Pumpkin Hill. Continue driving and head into Whenuakite with the turn off to the iconic Hot Water Beach on your right. Something special and unique is available here all year round. Pack a spade or buy/hire locally and you can create your own spa pool in the sand! Time it right (two hours either side of low tide) and the right beach location.
Next is Hahei an idyllic beach set in a marine reserve. Its the gateway point to the famous Cathedral Cove. Only accessible on foot or by boat (Cathedral Cove Water Taxi – weather permitting). A “must visit” site. Beautiful snorkelling or diving opportunities plus amazing coastline photo shots. Maybe a drink from the local craft brewer The Pour House.
Back onto SH25 and travel about 20 minutes and you’ll arrive in Whitianga. We would recommend you base yourself for at least 3 nights to do justice to the region with all its attractions and sites to see.
Head out of town on SH26 to Morrinsville, via Te Aroha then onto Paeroa. Recommend a stop here for that iconic picture of the L & P soft drink bottle. This town is also known as the “antique capital of New Zealand” with its many stores so check out to see if you can get a bargain. Continue on SH26 to Kopu then right onto SH25A. Up and over the hills for about 40 minutes then you back onto SH25 through to the seaside village of Tairua. Tairua can be a good place to stop and recharge the batteries before heading over the Tairua hill on to Whitianga. Grab a coffee and have a little play at the park.
Back on the road and up over the Tairua hill, stopping to get a photo at the top of Pumpkin Hill before continuing on and arriving in Whenuakite. If you are looking for a little walk before arriving in Whitianga, turn right at the turn off just after Whenuakite and head into Cooks Beach.
Cooks Beach a historically significant area with Captain Cook anchoring in this long sandy bay in 1769. This area offers bush tracks with awesome views, Shakespeare Reserve, Flaxmill Bay, Front Beach, picturesque Lonely Bay & ferry landing (the oldest wharf in Australasia, built in 1837) where you can take a quick harbour ride to Whitianga (passenger ferry only). If you are not in a hurry, be sure to check out Mercury Bay Estate for wine tasting, cellar door sales or dining.
Head back to the Whenuakite turn off and travel about 35 minutes and you will arrive in Whitianga. The local town of the area where we would recommend you base yourself for at least 3 nights to do justice to the region.
We had a great welcome from the managers of the apartments who looked after us very well. The apartment was very well appointed with all the modern fittings and cooking facilities which was a pleasure to stay in. The beds were very comfortable and we had a lovely view seawards.
Service was amazing, room was clean and well equipped and great location. I would stay there again in a heartbeat. There’s a fantastic rooftop deck, bed was comfortable, incredibly spacious and an all-around enjoyable stay.
We had a good to night stay in these apartments. .there is plenty of room.. a very good kitchen with all you need. Location is great. Close to town and the beach..we had a ground level apartment with access from the road which suited us well
This is our 2nd visit to Crows Nest in Whitianga, and will definitely come again. Close & convenient to all amenities (we walked everywhere we needed), and very helpful staff. When coming to Whitianga, you need to have this place on your list.
Clean and spacious accommodation. Great location. Close to restaurants, cafes for breakfast all within walking distance. Had everything we needed in the room. Great value for money. We had a special and memorable stay. We will return again in the future.
