About this property
Comfortable Accommodation: Mermaid Waterways in Whitianga offers a homestay experience with free WiFi and a sun terrace. Each room includes air-conditioning, a private bathroom, and a patio. Leisure Facilities: Guests can enjoy an outdoor seating area, mini golf, and free on-site private parking. Additional amenities include streaming services, a coffee machine, and a work desk. Local Attractions: Whitianga Beach is 2.4 km away, Cathedral Cove 36 km, and Driving Creek Railway and Potteries 48 km from the property. Tauranga Airport is 170 km distant. Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated for its breakfast, host, and room cleanliness.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Breakfast
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Shayla
New Zealand“The room was beautifully presented, and the hosts were amazing, super friendly, and went above and beyond for us whilst we were there. We will definitely be back to stay” - Kelly New Zealand“Superb location on the waterways. Very new, modern and clean facilities. Self-Serve continental breakfast setup in a lovely small share kitchen area located between rooms. Other little treats left in the room and kitchen were also a nice touch.”
- Craig New Zealand“location was great for us nice and quite and the breakfast cereals, fruit and coffee options were great”
- Dawny New Zealand“What an awesome place to relax and unwind.... Carol is an amazing host and has thought of everything to make your stay comfortable. We will definitely be visiting them again x”
Vanessa New Zealand“Everything was extremely clean and well organised. Breakfast items were stocked daily. Carol was absolutely gracious and provided us with maps and information on everything. Thank you Carol.”
Jonathan New Zealand“Clean, comfortable, and all amenities provided for, plus extra attention to detail such as extra towels and blankets for outdoors and little treats like snacks and chocolates that were much appreciated. The location was also on a quiet street but...”- Sasha
United Kingdom“Comfortable! Private, peaceful. Lovely breakfast, owner had made a great effort with my daughter’s nut allergy - she felt safe!” - Charlotte United Kingdom“We had the most fantastic stay at Mermaid Waterways and couldn’t recommend it enough to any singles or couples. The location is about a 25 minute drive from Hot Water Beach and Cathedral Cove so super convenient, as well as a short 20 minute walk...”
- Mary-jane New Zealand“This is my second review as I had booked two rooms, the other room was for family which was great as we shared the kitchen facilities with our family. Excellent location, great host and beautiful accommodation. Carol had thought of everything to...”
- Mary-jane New Zealand“Loved everything, Carol was amazing and made sure we had everything we needed. The room was beautiful and the breakfast options suited us perfectly.”
Hosted by Carol
9.9
Host review score
Carol
Welcome to Mermaid Waterways Homestay – Your Canal-Front Escape in Whitianga
Tucked away in the stunning Whitianga Waterways, Mermaid Waterways offers a peaceful and private getaway with direct access to picturesque canal views and relaxing outdoor spaces.
We have three spacious private rooms, each completely separate from our main home. While the rooms themselves are not directly on the waterfront, you’re only a few steps away from enjoying beautiful views of the canal and full access to our inviting outdoor decking areas.
🛏 Your Private Room Includes:
• A generously sized room with a super-comfortable Super King bed
• A private ensuite bathroom with a walk-in shower
• A mini fridge, small table & chairs, and desk
• Your own private entrance – fully lockable for peace of mind
🍽 Shared Guest Amenities:
• A cozy kitchenette (please note: no sink or stovetop due to government regulations)
• Equipped with:
o Microwave
o Large fridge/freezer
o Espresso machine
o Complimentary tea/coffee and Continental breakfast which includes Cereals, fruit, yoghurt & spreads
• Use of our Weber BBQ available on request
🌞 Outdoor Leisure:
Relax on our spacious canal-front decks, the perfect place to unwind with a book or glass of wine. For a bit of fun, try our 6-hole mini putt course, or take a paddle in one of our two kayaks, complete with life jackets – ideal for exploring the scenic waterways.
🐶 Meet Riley:
We share our home with Riley, our friendly 16-year-old Spoodle. He’s an indoor dog who keeps to his own space on the other side of the house but is always happy for a gentle hello
Regards
Carol, Steve & Riley
I enjoy Hosting as I get to meet people from all over the world. I also like to make you feel at home, your home away from home.
Whitianga is a popular tourist destination with favorite places to visit nearby Cafes,Restaurants a 5 min drive or visit our local Buffalo Beach or Simpsons Beach. Cathederal Cove, Boat trips, Fishing Trips, Diving trips, sailing trips, Hot Water Beach, Opito Bay, New Chums Beach, Cooks Beach, The Lost Springs Thermal Hot Pools, Mercury Bay Museum, Mini Golf, Mercury Bay winery, just to name a few.
Whitianga also has its own Airport which is a 5 min drive away and we are happy to pick you up.
You can catch a flight from Barrier airlines which operate from Auckland domestic airport and take a scenic 20 min flight to Whitianga. See their webpage for charges.
There are tours also available from Go Kiwi Shuttles to different parts of the Coromandel. They also offer they also offer pick ups from Auckland Domestic & International terminals daily. See the website of charges.?
Language spoken: English
Property surroundings
House rules
Mermaid Waterways takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 20:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Damage policy
If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to NZD 200 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 07:00.
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
We have a 15 yr old dog onsite.
Please inform Mermaid Waterways in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.
If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to NZD 200 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.
