13/06/2026
Heated pools, hot tubs or the beach? 👀
The good news is, you don’t have to choose.
Winter on New Zealand’s North Island has a way of slowing things down. A morning beach walk, an afternoon in the heated pool, a soak in the spa as the sun disappears, then doing it all again tomorrow.
Our favourite coastal stays this season:
👉 Papamoa Beach – ocean views and the largest saltwater pool in the Bay of Plenty
👉 Ohiwa Beach – a peaceful stretch of coastline made for slower days
👉 Hahei Beach – home to hot tubs and some of the Coromandel’s most iconic scenery
👉 Waihi Beach – just down the road and perfect for a seaside escape
👉 Miranda – with private hot tubs and a natural mineral hot pool waiting when you get back
Turns out beach holidays don’t hibernate for winter. 🌊