Mount Taranaki panoramic landscape with lake reflection at golden hour

Hawera  ·  Taranaki  ·  New Zealand

Fossil Coast

Bed & Breakfast

A charming early 1900s villa — warm hospitality, en-suite comfort, and breathtaking views of Mount Taranaki on your doorstep.

Fossil Coast B&B — the 1900s villa at 173 Waihi Road, Hawera

173 Waihi Road, Hawera

Taranaki · New Zealand

★ 9.5/10 Excellent
Early 1900s Heritage VillaEn-Suite RoomsContinental BreakfastFree WiFi & ParkingGateway to Egmont NP

Rated Excellent Across All Platforms

0.0/5ExcellentTripAdvisor8 reviews
0.0/10ExcellentTrivago343 ratings

Our Story

A Heritage Villa,
A Warm Welcome

Set in a beautifully preserved early 1900s villa at 173 Waihi Road, Hawera, Fossil Coast Bed & Breakfast is your home away from home in the heart of Taranaki.

Whether you're exploring Egmont National Park, visiting the Tawhiti Museum, or simply passing through on your journey around New Zealand's North Island, Fossil Coast offers a peaceful, characterful retreat at a very reasonable cost.

+64 6 278 8715
Fossil Coast B&B entrance — 173 Waihi Rd

What's Included

Amenities & Inclusions

Private En-Suite
Free WiFi
Smart TV & Netflix
Tea & Coffee
Free Parking
Private Garden
Pet Friendly
Non-Smoking
Family Friendly

Accommodation

Our Rooms

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Queen Room 1

A beautifully appointed double room with a Bay Window. This sun-filled room features a comfortable queen size bed and everything you need for a restful stay.

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Queen Room 2

A warm and elegantly styled double room with coastal-inspired décor and quality furnishings. Enjoy the comfort of a queen size bed, private en-suite, and your own tea and coffee making area.

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Self-Contained Studio bedroom 1
Self-Contained Studio bedroom 2

Self-Contained Studio

Our spacious self-contained two-bedroom studio is perfect for families or groups of up to four guests. Features a private en-suite bathroom and a fully equipped dining area for your convenience.

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En-Suite Bathroom

En-Suite Bathroom

Every room and studio includes a private en-suite finished with marble-effect tiles, a floating vanity, floral wallpaper, and quality toiletries. Spotlessly clean and thoughtfully appointed.

Marble TilesFloating VanityHeated Towel RailQuality Toiletries

Food & Dining

Dining Options

Enjoy our continental breakfast each morning, or explore the great dining options Hawera town has to offer — just minutes away.

Continental Breakfast available on request$18 per person. Fresh seasonal fruit, quality breads, spreads & home made jam, cereals, yoghurts, selection of teas, freshly ground coffee, and fruit juice. Please mention when booking.

Continental Breakfast

Start your day with our freshly prepared continental breakfast — a delightful spread to set you up for the day ahead.

What's on the Table

Fresh seasonal fruit
Quality breads for toast
Spreads & home made jam
Cereals & yoghurts
Selection of teas
Freshly ground coffee
Fruit juice

Dining Out in Hawera

Restaurants & Fast Food Nearby

Hawera town centre is just minutes away with a wide variety of dining options for every taste and budget.

Nearby Eateries

McDonald's
KFC
Subway
Indian Zaika
Rough Habits
Hot Friday
The Burnt Place
5–10 min drive

Guest Satisfaction

What Guests Say

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Marc K.

Munich, Germany · January 2025

"Great place to stay"

We loved to stay there. The super friendly and welcoming hosts made our stay very unique and special. Nice clean room, comfortable bed, a perfectly maintained house and a great breakfast in the morning. We couldn't ask for more. We would book again if we be around this area.

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Florian

Germany · February 2025

"Very hospitable hosts"

Very friendly and a very decent breakfast was served. Very well decorated and comfy. The room and ensuite were very tidy and clean. The host, Gillian, is very good to deal with — a very friendly and welcoming host.

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travelguy1969

Wellington, NZ · July 2022

"Amazing hosts"

I don't usually stay at B&Bs but had an amazing experience at Fossil Coast B&B. Great spacious room with private ensuite. We were served breakfast every morning. Good location, close to city centre. Owners Gillian and Sam were great hosts. Highly recommend them.

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Compass Guest

New Zealand · September 2020

"Excellent accommodation"

I was after a place to stay at very short notice in Hawera and was able to stay at Fossil Coast. The price was very reasonable, the room and ensuite were very tidy and clean and the place in general was very well kept.

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Ratings sourced from TripAdvisor (4.9/5 · 8 reviews) and Trivago (9.5/10 · 343 ratings).

Mount Taranaki panoramic landscape with lake reflection

Discover the Region

Explore Taranaki

Fossil Coast B&B is the perfect base for exploring the stunning Taranaki region — from the iconic volcanic peak to rugged coastal beaches.

Egmont National Park

Nearby

Iconic volcanic peak and world-class hiking trails

Tawhiti Museum

3.6 km

Award-winning life-size dioramas of NZ history

Ohawe Beach

6.6 km

Scenic coastal beach and fossil hunting

Hawera Water Tower

2 km

Historic landmark with panoramic views

King Edward Park

17 min

Beautiful gardens and walking paths

Surf Highway 45

Nearby

Iconic coastal drive around the Taranaki ring road

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Phone

+64 6 278 8715

Mobile

+64 (0)21 557 444

Email

[email protected]

Address

173 Waihi Road
Hawera 4610
Taranaki, New Zealand

What's Included

  • Private en-suite bathroom
  • Free WiFi throughout
  • Free on-site parking
  • Flat-screen TV & Smart TV
  • Tea & coffee facilities
  • Private garden access
  • Warm, personal welcome

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