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New Zealand · Waikato Region

Best beaches in Kūaotunu

3 ranked beaches in Kūaotunu, Waikato Region

Ranked by the OnlyBeaches Index (OBI) — a 1-10 score blending water purity, conditions, crowd levels and vibe. Updated every 30 minutes.

All beaches in Kūaotunu

  1. 1

    Kūaotunu Beach

    A laid-back northern Coromandel beach with clear water and local character.

    7.0
  2. 2

    Otama Beach

    A stunning white-sand beach between Kūaotunu and Opito with fewer crowds.

    7.0
  3. 3

    Waitaia Bay

    A tucked-away bay near Kūaotunu with clear water and a quieter setting.

    7.0

What makes Kūaotunu's beaches stand out?

Kūaotunu sits in Waikato Region, New Zealand and is home to 3 ranked beaches on OnlyBeaches. Every beach here is scored by the OnlyBeaches Index — a 1-10 metric blending water purity, live conditions (waves, water temperature, wind), crowd intelligence and vibe.

Whether you're after the highest-scoring beach in Kūaotunu or a quieter hidden cove, the list above is refreshed every 30 minutes using live Stormglass and OpenWeather data.