Waihi Few places in New Zealand are as unique as the town of Waihi, which has the giant mining open pit a short walk from a vibrant main street with cafes and retail stores.
Gold is at the heart of any Waihi tale, and the town has adopted the title ‘heart of gold’ as its slogan. The precious metal was first discovered in Waihi in 1878. Bronze sculptures through the town pay homage to the everyday folk who lived here.
The Waihi community makes an effort with big and small events all year round. Your arrival via the Hauraki Rail Trail will place you at the historic train station on the south west of town, from where you’ll want to head to the buzzing Seddon St. Stop by the Waihi Arts Centre and Museum to gain insights into the history of the town and surrounds and chin wag with volunteers who can tell you more about where you’ve just cycled through in Waikino. The Pit Rim Walkway up the hill from Seddon St takes walkers and cyclists around the perimeter of the giant Martha Mine open pit, which believe it or not, was once a hill.
We are a friendly, family-owned motel situated in a lovely quiet location in historical Waihi. With 10 spacious, warm and comfortable units, including 2 larger units to suit families. Our motel is a short walk to Waihi’s town centre, enjoy it’s many lovely cafés and restaurants and locally owned stores and boutiques.
The remains of a Gothic-style Cornish Pumphouse that was based on the design used in the tin mines of Cornwall, England, housed the steam engines that kept the The trail starts, or ends, a quick two minute bike ride from our door. We offer a secure bike storage shed. Because of our location right at the base of the glorious Coromandel Peninsula, day trips from here are easily possible and Waihi Beach is only a 15 minute car ride away. We offer free unlimited fibre WIFI, with connected Smart TVs. Pet Friendly by appointment only (conditions and fees apply). Take a break and visit us here at the Goldmine Motel. We would love to see you.
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