Motukawanui Hut
About Motukawanui Hut
Motukawanui Hut is a Serviced DOC hut in Motukawanui Island Scenic Reserve, Northland, on the North Island. It has 12 bunks. Its facilities include mattresses, non-flush toilets and tap water (untreated), 4 in all. The nearest other place in KiwiCamping is Lane Cove Hut, 19 km away.
Accessed by boat, Motukawanui Hut is a good base to experience Northland's Cavalli Islands. Stay overnight at this serviced platform-style bunk hut (sleeps 12).
Facilities
- Mattresses
- Non-flush toilets
- Tap water (untreated)
- Water supply
Fees
Fees apply. DOC fees change with the season, and some huts must be booked ahead. KiwiCamping shows the current fee, how to book and what each hut offers.
Location
Motukawanui Island Scenic Reserve, Northland, North Island
Nearby
Guides for Northland
- Auckland to Cape Reinga Road Trip: 7-Day Camping Route
- Bay of Islands Camping: A Week From Paihia to Kerikeri
- Freedom Camping in Paihia and the Bay of Islands: Where You Can Stay
- DOC Huts in New Zealand by Region: Types, Fees, Tickets
- Easy DOC Huts for Families and First-Timers 2026-27: Walk Times and Fees
- Auckland to Bay of Islands Drive 2026: Route, Time, Ferry and Camping
Questions about Motukawanui Hut
How much does it cost to stay at Motukawanui Hut?
Fees apply and change with the season. KiwiCamping shows the current DOC fee and how to book.
How many bunks does Motukawanui Hut have?
Motukawanui Hut has 12 bunks.
What facilities does Motukawanui Hut have?
Mattresses, Non-flush toilets, Tap water (untreated) and Water supply.
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