Maori legend has it that Mauao (Mt Maunganui) was being dragged out to the ocean, away from his home in the Kaimai ranges (a tale of heartbreak and bullying), by bush fairies, but when the sun came up the fairies vanished and Mauao was left stranded there. Sad for him, a great geographical feature for us. 

Enjoy a two night escape package for two under the watchful eye of Mauao , at the Pavilion Apartments for just $349. You'll get two nights in an oceanfront 1 bedroom apartment, a $30 dinner voucher and a breakfast platter for two at Blue Restaurant, a bottle of bubbles to welcome you, WiFi usage (up to 4gb), a late checkout of midday, free parking and two discounted passes to the Mount hot Pools.

Directly in front of Mauao, the Pavilion Apartments are perfectly located, with all that Mt Maunganui has to offer just a short stroll away. One of New Zealand's most gorgeous sandy beaches is your backyard, and you can look out on to it and the majestic ocean views from your spacious and well appointed oceanfront superior apartment. With a balcony, kitchen facilities, 42 inch television with over 50 channels, and a beautiful ensuite, you'll feel like a star by the seaside. you'll also get