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Welcome to Maketu Beach Haven, a family-owned beachfront motel offering genuine Kiwi hospitality on the stunning shores of New Zealand’s Bay of Plenty. Choose from spacious self-contained villas, cozy timber cabins, or powered campervan sites—each featuring comfortable furnishings and direct beach access. Steeped in Māori heritage, Maketu is traditionally honoured as the landing place of the Te Arawa waka around the 1400s, a legacy preserved through generations of oral traditions. At our retreat, you can immerse yourself in local history with guided heritage walks and estuary kayaking, sample fresh seafood at nearby cafés, or simply relax on your private deck.