East Coast Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Even in winter, this is a beautiful spot. The road down to the beach is an amazing drive.
Even in winter, this is a beautiful spot. The road down to the beach is an amazing drive.
Camp spot on the beach in The east cape
Skate park with a view
Never ending #blue of the summer.

The Annual Holiday Sale

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Where to stay in East Coast

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Waiotahi

When in Waiotahi, you can plan a visit to Ohope Beach and Opotiki Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Waiotahi
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Maraetotara

If you're spending some time in Maraetotara, Bay of Plenty and Otarawairere Bay are top sights worth seeing.

Maraetotara
Wainui Beach with great view of nearby mountain ridges in Gisborne, Hawkes Bay, New Zealand, Shutterstock ID 1311858068, Purchase Order: SP-1822 ANZ-18120 Wotif Search Engine - Destination Imagery, Or

Wainui

Wainui is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Wainui Beach and Okitu Beach while in the area.

Wainui
Whakatane is a Maori word and the 'wh' is pronounced like an 'f'. The statute of Wairaka is at the mouth of the Whakatane River in the Bay of Plenty area on the North Island.

Whakatāne Town

While visiting Whakatāne Town, you might make a stop by sights like Wairere Falls and Mataatua: The House That Came Home.

Whakatāne Town
Want to be one of the first to see the sunrise in the world? 

Camping on the east coast in Gisborne; highlight of our trip.

Gisborne Central

If you're spending some time in Gisborne Central, Gisborne i-SITE Mini Golf and Eastwoodhill Arboretum are top sights worth seeing.

Gisborne Central
The view from the top of Kaiti Hill just last the lookout. Beautiful.

Kaiti

While visiting Kaiti, you might make a stop by sights like Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House and Gisborne Wine Centre.

Kaiti
Emerald Hotel

Emerald Hotel

4.5 out of 5
13 Gladstone Road,Gisborne 4040 Gisborne
The price is NZ$174 per night from 24 Mar to 25 Mar
NZ$174
24 Mar - 25 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Gisborne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8/10 Very Good! (812 reviews)
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Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026

Emerald Hotel
The Com Plex Motel

The Com Plex Motel

3 out of 5
39 The Strand Whakatane Bay of Plenty
The price is NZ$164 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
NZ$164
2 Mar - 3 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Whakatane. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (408 reviews)
Beautiful new motel and super friendly staff

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

The Com Plex Motel
Portside Hotel

Portside Hotel

4 out of 5
2 Reads Quay Gisborne
The price is NZ$224 per night from 10 Mar to 11 Mar
NZ$224
10 Mar - 11 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Gisborne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9/10 Wonderful! (436 reviews)
Generaly good all around

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026

Portside Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Portside Hotel

Portside Hotel

4 out of 5
2 Reads Quay Gisborne
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Gisborne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9/10 Wonderful! (436 reviews)
Generaly good all around

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026

Portside Hotel
Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping

Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping

2 out of 5
516 Whangara Rd Makorori
Stay at this campsite in Makorori. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a sauna. Popular attractions Makorori Beach and Makorori Headland Trailhead are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (21 reviews)
Very courteous. The unit could do with kitchen sink as has other implements for light cooking

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping
Three bedroom Ohope Beach Paradise

Three bedroom Ohope Beach Paradise

Ohope Bay Of Plenty
Stay at this holiday home in Ohope. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Ohiwa Harbour and Maraetotara Reserve are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (20 reviews)
Very clean house. Great space!!

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

Three bedroom Ohope Beach Paradise
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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