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 Opotiki Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Whakatāne Town
While visiting Whakatāne Town, you might make a stop by sights like Te Papaka & Puketapu and Wairere Falls.
Wainui
Wainui is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Wainui Beach and Okitu Beach while in the area.
Maraetotara
If you're spending some time in Maraetotara, Bay of Plenty and Otarawairere Bay are top sights worth seeing.
Kaiti
While visiting Kaiti, you might make a stop by sights like Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House and Gisborne Harbour.
Gisborne Central
If you're spending some time in Gisborne Central, Eastwoodhill Arboretum and Sunshine Brewery are top sights worth seeing.
Emerald Hotel
First room was not cleaned properly. The second room was a lot better and ideal for me and me whānau. The receptionist was a great help!
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Waikanae Beach Motel
Room spotless, staff lovely
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
The Com Plex Motel
Spotless room, comfortable bed, welcoming staff and close to town.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Portside Hotel
Lovely holiday in Gisborne. Small bed but spotless room with everything we needed. We loved the coffee machine in the foyer and used the lovely pool in the hot weather. Staff were excellent. We will return
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Beachpoint Apartments
This is a beautiful property, very clean, quite and with beautiful sea view. Very friendly staff, very friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025
Ohiwa Holiday Spot - Ruatuna Road- Ohiwa harbour
Diane was a lovely host. Great and clear communication, beautiful and serene views. Very tidy and has all the basics one needs for a getaway. Hearing the bird life and seeing the birdlife, being nearby beaches and rivers was a plus. Will definitely be back. Thanks Diane :)
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Popular places to visit
Mahia Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Mahia Beach during your travels in Mahia?
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
Explore the great outdoors at Ohope Beach, a lovely green space in Ohope. Wander the waterfront and beaches in the area.
Whakatane Hospital
If Whakatane Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Whakatane.
Gisborne Hospital
If Gisborne Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Gisborne.
Te Puia Springs
Learn about the local history of Te Puia when you take a trip to Te Puia Springs. Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area.
- Ohope Beach
- Mahia Beach
- Mahanga Beach
- Ohiwa Harbour
- Midway Beach
- East Cape Lighthouse
- Whakatane Hospital
- Te Urewera National Park
- Gisborne Hospital
- Te Kaha Beach
- Te Puia Springs
- Opotiki Beach
- Maraehako Bay Beach
- Maraetotara Reserve
- Morere Hot Springs
- Waihau Bay Beach
- Ohope International Golf Club
- Hicks Bay Lookout
- Okitu Beach
- Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House
- Wairere Falls
- Otarawairere Bay
- Omaio Beach
- Eastwoodhill Arboretum
- Te Papaka & Puketapu
- Tairawhiti Museum
- Mount Hikurangi
