Last updated on November 7th, 2023 at 12:16 pm
If you are looking for the best surf hotels in New Zealand, you came to the right place. In this article, you will find our top choices for a surf hotel in New Zealand, where you can score some good waves and enjoy a wonderful surf vacation.
To clarify, there are no fancy resorts in New Zealand. It is just a different kind of country. However, if you are looking to get away to a lovely holiday home in a quiet and simple place, you can definitely find some good options close to the best surf spots.
When booking a surf hotel in New Zealand, there are several parameters to consider. For example, the quality of the accommodation, the food, and the service you get are obviously important. However, as a surfer, the most important thing for you is to have easy access to the waves so you can surf as much as possible.
So, let’s get right to it, in detail; these are the best surf hotels in New Zealand:
Surf Fortress, Raglan
About 2 hours drive from Auckland, Raglan is the most famous surf spot in New Zealand. While this surf town offers several great breaks, the main attraction is the epic waves in Manu Bay. This left-hand point break produces up to 2 KM long rides, including some barreling sections. Although it can get crowded, this world-class wave must be on your list on your surf trip to New Zealand.
Located in Raglan, only a short walk from Manu Bay, Surf Fortress Hotel features accommodation with private parking and free Wifi. The property has 2 separate bedrooms, which include a kitchen with a fridge, dishwasher, and dining area. Guests of this holiday home can enjoy fishing nearby, explore the area, and, of course, surf one of the best waves in the world.
For more details about Surf Fortress Raglan, please click here.
Surf Break on Stent
Surf Highway 45, in the Taranaki area, is a long beach strip that hosts some of the best surf spots in the country. In fact, if you cruise around here, you can stop your car at any random spot and score great waves. The best breaks in this area are Ahu Ahu, Kumera Patch, Graveyards, Opunake Beach, Fitzroy Beach, and Stent Road.
Although this area doesn’t offer any fancy resorts, you can definitely find a few special accommodations with country style, pretty close to the surf. One of them is Surf Break on Stent in Okato. This holiday home has 4 bedrooms, a living room with a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen, and 2 bathrooms with a shower and a bath. Towels and bed linen are available as well.
For more details about Surf Break on Stent, please click here.
Pakiri Beach Holiday Park
Situated on the East Coast of New Zealand, the area of Te Arai offers some beautiful waves. The beach break here receives very consistent swells with hardly any crowds in the water. If you are looking to get away from tourism and find a quiet spot to have some peace of mind and good surfing, you will love it here.
Situated in Pakiri Beach, next to Te Arai, Pakiri Beach Holiday Park offers a children’s playground and free private parking. The park provides a range of accommodations, including self-catering apartments with sea views and a flat-screen TV. Basic rooms are also offered where guests can access shared kitchen and bathroom facilities. In the surroundings, you can enjoy various activities such as horse riding, fishing, canoeing, and, of course, surfing.
For more details about Pakiri Beach Holiday Park, please click here.
Surfer’s Sunshine Cottage, Piha
Piha, the black sand beach on the West Coast of Auckland, is another popular surf spot in New Zealand. Due to its high quality and the location close to the city, it can get very crowded, especially on weekends. However, if you are looking to score some good waves, it is definitely a place to consider.
Surfer’s Sunshine Cottage in Piha is a stunning holiday home. The property features 1 bedroom, a kitchen with fridge and oven, and 1 bathroom with a shower, a hairdryer, and a washing machine. Guests at the holiday home can enjoy fishing nearby or make the most of the garden.
For more details about Surfer’s Sunshine Cottage, please click here.
Castlepoint Holiday Park & Motels
Castlepoint Beach on the East Coast offers incredible surf conditions. The most significant advantage of this beach break is that it is well-sheltered from the winds. Therefore, if you get a windy day and the other spots are too choppy, here you will be able to ride a clean A-frame break.
Castlepoint Holiday Park & Motels offers accommodation right on the beach in Castlepoint. A flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a DVD player are available in some units. Some units also have a kitchen fitted with a dishwasher.
For more details about Castlepoint Holiday Park & Motels, please click here.
To summarize, these are our top recommendations for a surf hotel in New Zealand. Of course, there are other great hotels in this country, and with a little research on Booking.com, you can find them too. And remember, it’s all about having fun, riding waves, and meeting new people, and with the right attitude, you will have a great vacation, regardless of where you stay.
Before you go, don’t forget to check out our post about the best surf camps in New Zealand, and also the one about beginner surf beaches in New Zealand.
