Onekawa Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Marine Parade
After visiting Marine Parade, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Napier. Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
National Aquarium of New Zealand
The tanks at this modern aquarium play host to all kinds of underwater life, from cute sea creatures to fearsome marine predators.
Mission Estate Winery
Leave the city behind for a day to experience idyllic countryside surroundings and sip a range of magnificent wines.
Napier Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Napier Beach during your travels in Awatoto?
Church Road Winery
Delve into the history of winemaking and indulge in some fine local food and an assortment of delicious reds at this Hawke’s Bay winery.
Bluff Hill Domain Lookout
As one of the best vantage points in Napier, this rocky viewpoint has commanding views of the turquoise waters of Hawke’s Bay and the Port of Napier.
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 Onekawa Hotel Deals
Deco City Motor Lodge
Room was 'tired' but clean and loved the ceiling fan.
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Napier Nest Motel
It was a budget offering and over all the value was ok.
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Beach Front Motel Napier
Good ocean view. Quiet and clean
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Expressotel
Yes
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
Harbour View Motel on Ahuriri Beach in Napier NZ with sea view suites
Ckean, beautiful room and view. Loved it except the pillo were too high and 3/4 of us couldn't sleep well.
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
The Nautilus Napier
The balcony doors are accordion and a pain to open and close…other than that a nice hotel.
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Onekawa
Pirimai
Pirimai might not have many top sights, but Onekawa Aquatic Centre and McLean Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Marewa
Marewa might not have many top sights, but McLean Park and National Aquarium of New Zealand are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Maraenui
While Maraenui isn't home to many top sights, McLean Park and National Aquarium of New Zealand are some notable places to visit nearby.
Tamatea
Tamatea might not have many top sights, but Park Island Sports Complex and Mission Estate Winery are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Pandora
Pandora might not have many top sights, but Ahuriri Estuary and National Tobacco Company Building are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Napier South
If you're spending some time in Napier South, McLean Park and National Aquarium of New Zealand are top sights worth seeing.
