East Coast Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit East Coast
Where to stay in East Coast
Waiotahi
When in Waiotahi, you can plan a visit to Ohope Beach and Ohope International Golf Club, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Gisborne Central
If you're spending some time in Gisborne Central, Gisborne i-SITE Mini Golf and Sunshine Brewery are top sights worth seeing.
Maraetotara
If you're spending some time in Maraetotara, Bay of Plenty and Otarawairere Bay are top sights worth seeing.
Whakatāne Town
While visiting Whakatāne Town, you might make a stop by sights like Te Manuka Tutahi Marae and Whakatane War Memorial Hall.
Whataupoko
While there might not be top attractions in Whataupoko, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Tairawhiti Museum and Gisborne Botanic Gardens.
Wainui
Wainui is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Wainui Beach and Okitu Beach while in the area.
Emerald Hotel
"Good location"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Captain Cook Motor Lodge
"Great location. Great room"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
The Com Plex Motel
"Next to the pub, great location, surprisingly large unit, very good price."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Portside Hotel
"Room was nice. Main reason I marked the rating down to good was the noise coming from the Port all night, it didn’t stop and the banging was very loud."
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping
"Loved the area amazingly amazing Loved the service beautiful service Loved the Communal Facilities Amazing I booked the Log Cabin I will definitely book a Zen Cabin next visit. Cant wait!!!!! Beautiful Get Away."
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Three bedroom Ohope Beach Paradise
"Home was beautiful and very clean. Loved all the windows and natural light. Rooms were very spacious and very warm. Host Janet was amazing, had a last minute change and she replied straight away. Plenty of parking and little carport where we kept the jetski."
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Popular places to visit
Mahia Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Mahia Beach during your travels in Mahia?
Titirangi Reserve
Explore the great outdoors at Titirangi Reserve, a lovely green space in Gisborne. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Ohope Beach
Explore the great outdoors at Ohope Beach, a lovely green space in Ohope. Wander the waterfront and beaches in the area.
Morere Hot Springs
You can take time to visit Morere Hot Springs during your travels to Morere. Wander the parks and beaches while you're in the area.
Gisborne Harbour
Explore the waterfront in Gisborne with a trip to Gisborne Harbour. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
East Cape Lighthouse
You can learn about the history of East Cape with a stop at East Cape Lighthouse. Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area.
- Ohope Beach
- Mahia Beach
- Mahanga Beach
- Morere Hot Springs
- Te Manuka Tutahi Marae
- East Cape Lighthouse
- Ohiwa Harbour
- Gisborne Hospital
- Tairawhiti Museum
- Whakatane Hospital
- Te Puia Springs
- Opotiki Beach
- Ohope International Golf Club
- Whakatane River Walk
- Kaiti Hill
- Mount Hikurangi
- Te Urewera National Park
- Te Papaka & Puketapu
- Maraetotara Reserve
- Otarawairere Bay
- Te Kaha Beach
- Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House
- Waihau Bay Beach
