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In Maori legend, the North Island of New Zealand was an enormous fish, caught by the adventurer Maui. For this reason, Northland is sometimes known as "The tail of the fish", Te Hiku o Te Ika. Northland Maori claim that Kupe made landfall at the Hokianga (although others claim this was at Taipa) in Northland.
If the Maori regard the region as the birthplace of the country, there can be no doubt that it was the European starting-point for modern New Zealand. Traders, whalers and sealers were among the first arrivals, and the gum and timber of the mighty kauri trees brought the early colonisers.
Today you can enjoy a leisurely tour choosing your accommodation in Northland from a huge range of hotels, motels, motor inns and luxury boutique accommodation, or experience Kiwi hospitality in homes offering Bed & Breakfast, farmstays and homestays.
Here are some highlights of Northland not to be missed:
Other Rural Northland
Prices from $160 to $250
2 rooms accommodating up to 4 guests
South side, Kerikeri Inlet 2 Km from KERIKERI town
Boutique Cottage Apartment overlooking Kerikeri Inlet, Bay of Islands. The self contained Luxury accommodation has two ensuite kingsize bedrooms, one of which converts to two singles. Fully equipped kitchen,Laundry.Dine Inside or out on the deck.WiFi. A rate for 2 guests and a rate for 4 guests.
Kaitaia
Prices from $130 to $350
4 rooms accommodating up to 8 guests
12km west of Kaitaia. Find us at 14 Kotare Street, Ahipara.
Stunning accommodation right on 90 Mile Beach * 2 fully self-contained Apartments * Unsurpassed sea views including picture-perfect sunsets * All bedrooms have private ensuites * Sky TV channels * Free Wi Fi *
Phone: 09 409 4007
Mobile (and SMS): +64278209403
Address: 14 Kotare Street, Ahipara
Whangarei
Prices from $99 to $159
1 room accommodating up to 4 guests
2.5hrs from Auckland 15mins east of Whangarei on harbourside
Start your Northland adventure with us as base. Quiet and peaceful family friendly accommodation in Whangarei Heads Area. 14ks east of Whangarei on the harbour. Top Storey has an open plan Garden Unit sleeps 4. Self contained with own access and self catering facilities. Restaurants close by.
Are you looking for Northland accommodation?
Check out the Northland accommodation page of the New Zealand B&B guide, which includes bed and breakfast's, farmstays, homestays, vineyard stays and self-catering accommodation. Or perhaps you would prefer luxury accommodation in northland?
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