Whakatāne Town Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Whakatāne Town
Popular places to visit
Te Manuka Tutahi Marae
You can find out about the history of Whakatane when you stop by Te Manuka Tutahi Marae. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.
Whakatane War Memorial Hall
You can learn about the history of Whakatane with a trip to Whakatane War Memorial Hall. Discover the volcano viewpoints while you're in the area.
Whakatane River Walk
You can take time to visit Whakatane River Walk during your travels to Whakatane. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.
Te Papaka & Puketapu
Find out about the history of Whakatane with a stop at Te Papaka & Puketapu. Discover the volcano viewpoints while you're in the area.
Mataatua: The House That Came Home
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Mataatua: The House That Came Home during your trip to Whakatane. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.
Wairere Falls
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Wairere Falls during your travels in Whakatane. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.
Our pick of the best Whakatāne Town Hotel Deals
The Com Plex Motel
"Next to the pub, great location, surprisingly large unit, very good price."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Tuscany Villas Boutique Motel
"Plenty of off road parking. Rooms clean. Currently refurbishing some of the rooms. All the staff were freindly and welcoming. Management team make you feel at home."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Whakatane Holiday Park
"We've stayed at whakatane riverside holiday park a few times, but the cleanliness of this cabin was pretty poor, Cobb webbs and dust and looks dated."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
One88 On Commerce
"This is a nice modern motel to stay at. It has a road on both sides but we did not hear the road noise. We always stay in the upstairs units, but you have to carry your bags up the stairs. Parking is on site with a lot of room to get into your car park."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Awa Motel
"Good motel very close to town. Friendly helpful staff The micro village cabins are great -very clean and well set out. Super comfortable king bed and lovely walk in shower. Parking and easy access were appreciated."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Barringtons Motor Lodge
"Clean room, perfect amenities with more than enough for my overnight stay for work"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Whakatāne Town
Coastlands
While Coastlands may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Te Manuka Tutahi Marae and Whakatane District Museum and Gallery.
Poroporo
While Poroporo may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Te Manuka Tutahi Marae and Whakatane District Museum and Gallery.
Maraetotara
If you're spending some time in Maraetotara, Bay of Plenty and Otarawairere Bay are top sights worth seeing.
