Summary:

Wake to ocean views from this 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom beachfront apartment overlooking Mount Maunganui’s iconic Main Beach. Step across to the sand, stroll to Mauao and beachfront cafés, or relax at home with a sea-view balcony and BBQ. You’ll also enjoy a heated pool, spa, sauna, secure parking and lift access. Sleeping 6, it’s an effortless beach escape, thoughtfully cared for by Five Star Focused – stays with a five-star feel.



The Space:

Breakwater is all about the ocean: the sound of the surf from the balcony, Main Beach right below, and Mauao at the end of your morning walk.



THE BALCONY

Your private balcony looks out over the ocean and comes with a BBQ and lounge dining. Settle in with a book or a cold drink, fire up the BBQ and watch the beach life below.



RESORT FACILITIES (SHARED)

Guests share the building's heated outdoor pool, spa pool, gym and sauna 7:30am-9pm. There's also a new outdoor shower for rinsing off after the beach, and we supply beach towels, so leave yours at home.



THE LAYOUT

The apartment is reached by lift from the secure underground car park or the ground floor on level 4. Everything is on one level, with the kitchen and living area opening onto the balcony.]



LIVING & KITCHEN

The large kitchen has everything you need to cook in, and the living area has a dining table and Smart TV, air conditioning and heat pump.



SLEEPING – UP TO 6 GUESTS

Bedroom 1: King bed + ensuite with ocean view

Bedroom 2: Two singles, or a king on request with ocean view

Bedroom 3: Double bed with ocean view

A second bathroom serves bedrooms 2 and 3

All bedrooms have fans and the master has air conditioning and heat pump.



PARKING

One secure underground car park, with lift access straight to the apartment.



THE FIVE STAR FOCUSED WELCOME

Every stay is prepared so you can arrive, unpack and relax:

- Hotel-quality bathroom amenities by Six for Good

- Tea, coffee, sugar & UHT milk

- Cooking essentials – oil, salt & pepper

- Dishwasher tablets, dish liquid, paper towels & kitchen spray

- Glad wrap, foil & baking paper

- Laundry powder & insect spray

- Beach towels

- Extra cleaning supplies for longer stays



ABOUT FIVE STAR FOCUSED

Oceanside Bliss is cared for by Five Star Focused, a locally owned Mount Maunganui team with over 3,300 guest reviews. We live nearby and care about every detail. Our complimentary concierge, Planit, can help arrange activities, and our guest app has everything from Wi-Fi details to our favourite local spots.



Guest Access:

The whole apartment and balcony are yours. The heated pool, spa pool, gym and sauna are shared with other residents and guests of the building. You'll have one secure underground car park, a lift to the apartment and two keys.



CHECK-IN

Your Five Star Focused check-in guide arrives two days before arrival. For arrivals before 5pm, a member of our team meets you at the apartment to hand over keys and show you the building Arriving after 5pm? Self check-in instructions are in your guide.



Early check-in, late check-out and mid-stay cleans can be requested through the guest app, subject to availability.



The Neighborhood:

Breakwater sits on Main Beach in the heart of Mount Maunganui. Walk straight across to the beach.



Enjoy morning walks or sunset strolls along the stunning Mount Maunganui boardwalk, with easy access to Main Beach, ocean swimming, surfing, and beachfront dining. For panoramic Bay of Plenty views, explore the walking tracks at Papamoa Hills Regional Park nearby.



The area is also popular for wellness and relaxation experiences, including oceanfront sauna sessions at The Sauna Project, movement classes at Ō Studio, and luxury spa experiences at Fernland Spa.



Families and visitors love the convenience of nearby Baywave TECT Aquatic & Leisure Centre and shopping at Bayfair Shopping Centre, offering entertainment, dining, cinemas, supermarkets, and retail stores just minutes away.



A short drive away, Tauranga CBD offers waterfront dining, boutique bars, shopping, scenic harbour walks, and a growing food and nightlife scene, making it the perfect addition to your Mount Maunganui stay.



Mount Maunganui is also perfectly positioned for exploring some of New Zealand’s most iconic day-trip destinations, all within approximately 1–1.5 hours drive. Popular adventures include Rotorua for geothermal parks and Māori cultural experiences, Hobbiton Movie Set for world-famous movie tours, Whakatāne for coastal adventures and fishing charters, and the stunning beaches and hiking trails of the Coromandel Peninsula.



Whether you’re visiting for a beach holiday, wellness retreat, family getaway, or business stay, Breakwater is perfectly positioned to experience the very best of Mount Maunganui and the Bay of Plenty.



Getting Around:

The beach and the Mount's cafés and shops are all on foot, so most guests park the car on arrival and leave it there.



One secure underground car park is included, with a lift to the apartment. Travelling with a second car? Street parking is available with no restrictions.



Tauranga Airport is roughly a 10–15 minute drive. Taxis and Uber operate locally, and Baybus connects the Mount with Tauranga and Papamoa. A car is handy for day trips around the Bay of Plenty but not needed for the Mount itself.



Other Things to Note:

- The lead guest must be 25+ and staying at the property.

- Before arrival, guests complete our quick Verify Me process.

- You'll be asked to accept our booking Terms & Conditions – simply message us if you'd like to read them first



Interaction with Guests:

From your first message to check-out, the Five Star Focused team is here for you. We're a small, locally owned team based in Mount Maunganui, and for daytime arrivals we'll meet you at the apartment to get you settled.



Everything you need is in our guest app, and Planit, our complimentary concierge, can help plan your days. We'll give you your privacy during your stay, but we're only a message away.