Magical Mangawhai

The magical seaside resort of Mangawhai is only 80mins north of Auckland and 50mins south of Whangarei. Discover this special New Zealand Coast via Twin Coast Discovery Highway through Mangawhai, Langs Beach and Waipu.

Accommodation

Mangawhai has a variety of beautiful places to stay that include Bed and Breakfasts, chalets, cottages, serviced flats and rental houses. To book your weekend accommodation take at look at  www.mangawhai.co.nz  

Golf

Located less than 90 minutes north of Auckland’s CBD, the Mangawhai course has consistently been regarded as one of the best in New Zealand. In 2015 Mangawhai was ranked 7th among  the top courses in New Zealand by a panel of NZPGA Professionals, Golf Travel operators and club golfers.  . Website

Cafes and Restaurants

Mangawhai offers an extensive selection of great cafes and restaurants in Mangawhai Village and Wood Street at The Heads.

Mangawhai Tavern

The historic Mangawhai Tavern, established in 1865, is adjacent to the old port where the ships were loaded with the Kauri milled from the bush.The tavern has a colourful history as a watering hole for the kauri bushmen and port workers and each year it provides a stunning harbourside venue as the community celebrate Mangawhai’s rich heritage. Right on the water, serving cold beer, chilled wine and mighty fine pub food!  website

Mangawhai Artists

Mangawhai Art Gallery, established by community artists, adjacent to the Mangawhai Village Hall, Moir Street, has continually changing exhibitions. Website

Pipi Gallery

Formerly Smashed Pipi Gallery, Mangawhai’s popular and outstanding retail gallery of local and national artists. Website

Bennetts of Mangawhai

Beautiful as the magnificent building is, it is the chocolate that is the attraction. Ask about their latest award from their young French chocolatier.  Website