The Sleepout is a great place if you're looking to have a base point from where you can explore Hahei, located close to Cook's beach and a half hour away from Hot Water Beach. It's a minimalist studio sort of place, with provisions for morning tea and coffee: just make sure to have food stocked in the fridge if you plan to stay for a couple of days or like a late dinner.The shops close early!
There's also beach chairs and a shovel provided in case you go to Hot Water Beach, and Michael and Tracy had lots of great recommendations on what to do nearby:)