Mangapai Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

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Town Basin Marina

4.5/5(94 reviews)

Stroll through this picturesque yachting marina and along its pedestrianized river inlet, a place where seafaring, heritage, arts and culture come together.

Town Basin Marina
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Whangarei Quarry Gardens

4.5/5(20 reviews)

Enjoy the fruits of this remarkable community garden project as you explore areas planted with species of indigenous and subtropical plants.

Whangarei Quarry Gardens
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Botanica & Cafler Park

See one of New Zealand’s largest collections of native ferns in a tranquil garden complex and explore the adjoining park for a relaxing time.

Botanica & Cafler Park
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Reyburn House

Visit Whangarei's oldest settlers house at its scenic riverside location in the Town Basin, to browse one of New Zealand’s delightful art galleries.

Reyburn House
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Claphams National Clock Museum

4.5/5(10 reviews)

Take a guided tour of this unique museum to see one of the largest collections of clocks in the Southern Hemisphere.

Claphams National Clock Museum
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Whangarei Art Museum

4.5/5(5 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Whangarei Art Museum during your travels in Whangarei. Wander the marina and beaches in the area.

Whangarei Art Museum

Activities

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Whangārei: Hundertwasser Art Centre Admission Ticket

NZ$25
Per adult
Whangārei: Hundertwasser Art Centre Admission Ticket
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Our pick of the best Mangapai Hotel Deals

Kingswood Manor Motel
Kingswood Manor Motel
3.5 out of 5
260 Kamo Road, Whangarei, Northland
The price is NZ$147 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
NZ$147
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Whangarei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8/10 Very Good! (428 reviews)
Affordable, clean
"Easy access, free parking, kitchenette so can do own cooking, close to central city but not walkable. An affordable place to stay. Have stayed a few times."

Reviewed on 23 May 2024

Kingswood Manor Motel
Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre
Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre
3 out of 5
9 Riverside Drive, Whangarei
The price is NZ$195 per night from 1 Jun to 2 Jun
NZ$195
per night
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Whangarei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the room service in our ...
7.6/10 Good! (443 reviews)
"Older style Hotel, but very clean. All staff were very friendly and helpful. Will stay again."

Reviewed on 6 May 2024

Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre
The Potting Shed - A secret slice of paradise
The Potting Shed - A secret slice of paradise
Langs Beach
The price is NZ$3,089 per night from 1 Jun to 2 Jun
NZ$3,089
per night
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Stay at this cottage in Langs Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a garden. Popular attractions Mangawhai Cliff Walk and Lang's Beach are located ...
The Potting Shed - A secret slice of paradise
Continental Motel
Continental Motel
3.5 out of 5
67 Kamo Road, Kensington, Whangarei
The price is NZ$170 per night from 1 Jun to 2 Jun
NZ$170
per night
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Whangarei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Whangarei Quarry Gardens and Mair Park are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (269 reviews)
"The motel surroundings were clean, quiet after 9pm and a very friendly cat called Momo which out daughter took a liking to. The room we stayed in had very comfortable beds and pillows. The inside of the room was clean and tidy. The location of the motel was very close to amenities such as Woolworths ..."

Reviewed on 19 May 2024

Continental Motel
Motel Hobson's Choice
Motel Hobson's Choice
3.5 out of 5
212 Victoria Street, Dargaville, Northland
The price is NZ$161 per night from 10 Jun to 11 Jun
NZ$161
per night
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Dargaville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (211 reviews)
"This is the 3rd time I’ve stayed at the Hobson. The rooms are a little outdated but everything you need is there. The area around the pool is nice. There is laundry on site which was convenient for me. It’s close enough to the shops that you can easily walk downtown. The staff are excellent; friendly ..."

Reviewed on 12 May 2024

Motel Hobson's Choice
Comfort Hotel Flames Whangerei
Comfort Hotel Flames Whangerei
4 out of 5
8 Waverley Street, Whangarei
The price is NZ$162 per night from 14 Jun to 15 Jun
NZ$162
per night
14 Jun - 15 Jun
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Whangarei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (195 reviews)
"Very nice hotel. Staff accommodating."

Reviewed on 13 Mar. 2024

Comfort Hotel Flames Whangerei
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Other neighbourhoods around Mangapai

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Otaika

While Otaika may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Whangarei Art Museum and Town Basin Marina.

Otaika
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Raumanga

When in Raumanga, you can plan a visit to Whangarei Art Museum and Town Basin Marina, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Raumanga
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Maunu

If you're spending some time in Maunu, Kiwi North: Museum and Native Bird Recovery Centre are top sights worth seeing.

Maunu
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Port Whangarei

When in Port Whangarei, you can plan a visit to Whangarei Art Museum and Town Basin Marina, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Port Whangarei
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Onerahi

4/5(14 area reviews)

While Onerahi may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Whangarei Art Museum and Town Basin Marina.

Onerahi
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Horahora

While Horahora isn't home to many top sights, Whangarei Quarry Gardens and Whangarei Art Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.

Horahora

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