Akina Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Cornwall Park
Explore the great outdoors at Cornwall Park, a lovely green space in Hastings. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Te Mata Peak
You can find out about the history of Hastings with a visit to Te Mata Peak. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
Frimley Park
Explore the great outdoors at Frimley Park, a lovely green space in Hastings. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Splash Planet
Enjoy the thrill rides with your children at Splash Planet as part of your trip to Hastings. Visit the area's spas or amble around its beautiful beaches.
Hawke’s Bay Fallen Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital
If Hawke’s Bay Fallen Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Hastings.
Hawke's Bay Opera House
You can enjoy a show at Hawke's Bay Opera House during your stay in Hastings. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Activities
Shore Excursion: Napier/ Hawke's Bay & Premium Wineries tour
Napier: Afternoon Wine Tasting + visit Silky Oaks Chocolates
Cape Winery Cycle Tour - 6 wineries, self-guided
Our pick of the best Akina Hotel Deals
Under The Elms
Perfect place for us. Catch up on washing, kitchen had may extra items you need to cook a quick meal. Outdoor area and decor very tasteful. Bed super comfortable
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Beach Front Motel Napier
After a long & arduous 10.30hr day the last thing we wanted was problems checking in. The office closed at 7 not 9 as indicated on the website information, but when we finally contacted them everything was fine. The property needs to update their operating hours. As they only work 9-7. The laundry ...
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Expressotel
Super lovely and affordable with how close it is to town
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Swiss-Belhotel Napier
Clean and comfortable, breakfast was excellent. Would definitely stay there again.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Harbour View Motel on Ahuriri Beach in Napier NZ with sea view suites
Excellent value! Beautiful location!
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Scenic Hotel Te Pania
Great stay
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Akina
Parkvale
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Parkvale and surrounding area, you can visit Splash Planet and Hawke's Bay Opera House.
Raureka
Raureka is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Hawke's Bay Racecourse and Te Mata Peak.
Mayfair
Though Mayfair may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Splash Planet and Cornwall Park.
Saint Leonards
While there might not be top attractions in Saint Leonards, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Cornwall Park and Frimley Park.
Longlands
Though Longlands may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Hawke's Bay Racecourse and Splash Planet.
Mahora
Though Mahora may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Cornwall Park and Frimley Park.
