The Admiralty Lodge Motel offers beachfront studios and apartments in Whitianga that offer free Wi-Fi and panoramic views of Mercury Bay and Buffalo Beach All apartments feature a 32-inch LCD TV with 50+ satellite channels Some apartments also offer a spa bath Each apartment features a lounge area with a stereo system and leather furniture All have a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave oven The Admiralty has a year-round heated swimming pool, set in extensive gardens and direct access to the beach Off-street parking is available nearby and free boat and trailer parking is provided The Mercury Bay and the Coromandel Peninsula offer a host of activities such as diving, snorkelling and fishing, as well as sightseeing and adventure trips A short drive from the hotel, Cathedral Cove is ideal for sea-kayaking, and the Hot Water Beach provides a natural spa experience