Places to stay near Piha Beach

West of the Moon

A hidden gem situated in the Waitakere Ranges, Karekare has left many astonished by its natural structures and the peaceful charm that comes along with it. Where the black sand beach meets the tumultuous Tasman Sea , it was the location for the beach scenes for the 1993 Academy Award winning film 'The Piano' . A mighty waterfall. Captivating sunsets. Walking tracks guaranteed to be among the best Aotearoa has to offer, with diverse native flora and birdlife and impressive coastal views.

Piha House with Breathtaking Views

Feel on top of the world at this modern holiday home with breathtaking views North to Piha Beach and Lion Rock. Surrounded by native forest, high on the Te Ahuahu ridge-line you can relax in an environment of modern design, sun-soaked decks, and tranquility that will quiet even the busiest of minds. Located close to Piha Beach (5min drive) and Karekare Beach (8min drive). The popular and scenic Mercer Bay Loop track is also located just at the end of the road for wilderness explorer’s.

Piha Designer House - Ocean Views - 2 brm

Designed to capture the sun and the sweeping ocean view. Wood-burner for cosy winter nights and unlimited fibre broadband wifi for Netflix. Pull back the ranch sliders in summer and open the house to the outdoors. Relax with dinner, drinks and the setting sun on the covered outdoor deck. Underfloor heating the bathrooms provides all year comfort. It's a 5min walk down the road to the start of the beach track and then a 20min stroll through the bush down to the beach (or a 3min drive!)

Piha Beach Bungalow OutstandingViews, beach 5mwalk

Piha Beach Bungalow is 5 minutes walk to beach, 10 minutes walk to piha store, café, library, art gallery, tennis court and bowling club, It has 180 degree views of the ocean yet is secluded being tucked back into hill and sheltered from prevailing winds. It has easy street level access. Come and relax in our quintessential Kiwi surf bach, lounge on comfortable cushions under the pohutakawa trees and listen to the waves in the background and watch the sun set over the ocean.

Tranquil Karekare Valley Home

Tranquil Valley Home, 4 guests 2 upstairs bedrooms. A walk on Karekare beach is one of the most memorable walks in the country. Some of the local bush and coastal walks are also highly rated. Karekare had some significant flooding in February 2023. There are still some road works being completed. We inform guests about these at the time of the booking. Our place and Karekare is now fine and safe to visit. We look forward to having you stay. Stephen

Ruruwai - Perfectly positioned in Piha

This near new, high end, 1 bedroom, apartment like property is situated in a prime Piha location walking distance to everything. This property combines luxury with a relaxed beach feel and all the mod cons you could ask for. Fully self contained, it boasts a full sized kitchen, and beautiful bathroom with walk in shower. Open up the huge sliding doors and look out to Lion Rock and across the river to the Waitakere Ranges national park across the road.

Piha Surf House - Piha Beach

Piha Beach voted Number 1 Best Beach in the World! Stunning 2 bedroom Kiwi Bach experience, set in absolute total privacy. Quite possibly the most spectacular exclusive, private views of South Piha beach. Relax to sound and sight of surf and native bird song, right in front of you, in total peace and quiet surrounded by native bush completely away from neighbours and car park noise. Genuine Kiwi Bach experience, a place to make happy memories.

Incredible Views Kiwi Bach

Come and stay in our stylish 1950s bach with one of the best views in Piha. Set back from the road, the house feels wonderfully isolated as it sits level with the tree-tops. The amazing view from the deck looks down on South Piha and up the coast to the headland. To the right you can see up the distant valley of native forest. There's two sunny living areas, a simple kitchen, shower and downstairs there's two bedrooms.

Misty Mountain Hut - Piha

A tiny isolated hut amidst Kauri and Rimu trees to escape the world, self check in. Outdoor Fire, long drop, outdoor hot shower/bath. Surrounded by Tuis and Wood pigeons the hut is close to Piha and Karekare…or simply stay and enjoy nature. Beaches are 10 minutes away by car. Grocery shopping and gassing up recommended beforehand. Misty Mountain Hut supports local Piha staff by paying $40/hr.

Piha Vista

Our house offers direct access to beach and bush walks with magnificent views of North Piha beach, the caves surf break & stunning evening sunsets. It's a luxury modern home with all amenities. All beds are made up and ready for you on arrival & the linen is supplied free. Plenty of off street parking for cars. No smoking please.

Piha Paradise

Our piece of Paradise is a 2 minute stroll to the beach and hub of Piha. Once you arrive hide those car keys in the bottom drawer and prepare to relax and unwind! On the doorstep to a plethora of bush walks including the Popular Hillary Trail.

Piha Retreat - FivePendrell

Nestled amongst native bush with views of the stunning Piha beach, FivePendrell is a luxe modern home, providing a comfortable, authentic experience within a distinct relaxing enviroment and atmosphere that will evoke treasured travel memories