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Moeraki Beach

4.5 / 5 · 1 204 reviews Oceania Updated June 2026

Moeraki Beach is at Moeraki, Otago, New Zealand in Otago, New Zealand.

Beach famous for the Moeraki Boulders at nearby Koekohe. Shore type: sand. Use the map and nearby stays on this page to plan access and overnight options.

CoveTrip lists verified coastal places with practical details for travellers comparing New Zealand beaches.

At a glance

Water temperature
11 °C
Sea state
Rough
Waves
2.14 m
Shoreline
site.features.sand
Region
Otago
Country
New Zealand

Frequently asked questions

Where is Moeraki Beach?

Moeraki, Otago, New Zealand

What type of shore is it?

sand

Which region is it in?

Otago, New Zealand

Is it good for swimming?

Check local conditions and lifeguard advice; NZ beaches vary with surf and currents.

How do I find nearby hotels?

See the stays section on this page for properties within driving distance.

7-day forecast

20/09
12°
7°
Wind 44 km/h
UV index 5
21/09
19°
7°
Wind 35 km/h
UV index 5
22/09
15°
5°
Wind 35 km/h
UV index 5
23/09
11°
4°
Wind 26 km/h
UV index 5
24/09
14°
3°
Wind 12 km/h
UV index 5
25/09
11°
6°
Wind 13 km/h
UV index 4
26/09
19°
7°
Wind 28 km/h
UV index 5

Best season to swim

Real historical monthly sea temperature averages.

Jan
14.9°
Feb
14.6°
Mar
14.5°
Apr
13.7°
May
12.8°
Jun
11.7°
Jul
10.8°
Aug
10.6°
Sep
10.7°
Oct
11.4°
Nov
12.5°
Dec
14.3°

Places to stay nearby

Moeraki Beach Motels

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671 m

Seabreeze Lookout

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908 m

Noah's Boutique Accommodation Moeraki

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951 m

Pembroke Heights

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1.6 km

Moeraki with private walkway to Onetangi Beach by ...

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2.1 km

Moeraki Boulders Motel

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2.3 km

Hidden Haven

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2.3 km

Moeraki Beachfront

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2.5 km

Charming Coastal Hideaway in Moeraki

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2.9 km

The Boat House

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3 km

Wilderness Lodge Lake Moeraki

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3.3 km

Diana's Place

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3.7 km

Beaches nearby

Less than 30 minutes by car.

Katiki Beach

Near Moeraki, Otago, New Zealand