"I'm even jealous of myself right now"
January 30, 2008
where we stayed in Piha - Piha Beachstay - an awesome place just 10 mins walk from the beach but set in a valley
The surf's been pretty good too. Had a 3 hour session first night and a few sessions yesterday. Today might involve a bit more chilling at our amazing accommodation - Piha Beachstay - as my body aches all over after the last 2 days in the water :-)
We'll probably head over to Karekare later - the beach where 'the piano' was filmed - will upload some more pics to this blog if we do
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The web site for the Piha Beach stay is called 'pihabackpackers.co.nz' before calling it a backpackers is woefully underselling it.
With it's own beautiful gardens, proximity to the beach, awesome open-plan communal areas, relaxed vibe and helpful owner it's the most relaxing, well kept 'hostel' I've ever been to. We've been here 4 days and could happily stay another 4. A lot of the other guests are either repeat visitors or people who are thinking about changing plans to stay - it's that good!
Add in wifi, surf rental, cheap laundry service and well equipped kitchen and you've pretty much got your own home from home
outstanding, get there now before it goes in the lonely planet and becomes a frenzy
With it's own beautiful gardens, proximity to the beach, awesome open-plan communal areas, relaxed vibe and helpful owner it's the most relaxing, well kept 'hostel' I've ever been to. We've been here 4 days and could happily stay another 4. A lot of the other guests are either repeat visitors or people who are thinking about changing plans to stay - it's that good!
Add in wifi, surf rental, cheap laundry service and well equipped kitchen and you've pretty much got your own home from home
outstanding, get there now before it goes in the lonely planet and becomes a frenzy
PBS gardens and outside terrace
