Whakatāne Town Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Whakatāne Town
Whakatāne Town
Photo by Natalie Robinson
Photo by Natalie Robinson
Photo by April F.
Photo by April F.

Popular places to visit

Whakatane Hospital

4.5/5(4 reviews)

If Whakatane Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Whakatane.

Whakatane Hospital

Te Manuka Tutahi Marae

Find out about the history of Whakatane when you spend time at Te Manuka Tutahi Marae. Visit the spas in this walkable area or simply enjoy its cafes.

Te Manuka Tutahi Marae

Wairere Falls

5/5(6 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Wairere Falls during your travels in Whakatane. Visit the spas in this walkable area or simply enjoy its cafes.

Wairere Falls

Mataatua: The House That Came Home

5/5(8 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Mataatua: The House That Came Home in Whakatane. Visit the spas in this walkable area or simply enjoy its cafes.

Mataatua: The House That Came Home

Whakatane Aquatic Centre

5/5(2 reviews)

You can take time to visit Whakatane Aquatic Centre during your travels to Whakatane. Visit the spas in this walkable area or simply enjoy its cafes.

Whakatane Aquatic Centre

Whakatane War Memorial Hall

4.5/5(5 reviews)

Find out about the history of Whakatane when you take a trip to Whakatane War Memorial Hall. Visit the spas in this walkable area or simply enjoy its cafes.

Whakatane War Memorial Hall

Our pick of the best Whakatāne Town Hotel Deals

The Com Plex Motel
The Com Plex Motel
3 out of 5
39 The Strand, Whakatane, Bay of Plenty
The price is NZ$158 per night from 27 July to 28 July
NZ$158
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in Whakatane. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (337 reviews)
"Great place to stay with nearby restaurants and shops"

Reviewed on 9 Jul. 2025

The Com Plex Motel
Awa Motel
Awa Motel
4.5 out of 5
15 The Strand, Whakatane
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$140 per night from 14 July to 15 July
NZ$140
14 July - 15 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star eco-certified motel in Whakatane. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (602 reviews)
"We loved our stay, quiet, comfortable and clean, such good value for our money."

Reviewed on 8 Jul. 2025

Awa Motel
Tuscany Villas Boutique Motel
Tuscany Villas Boutique Motel
2.5 out of 5
57 The Strand, Whakatane, Bay of Plenty
The price is NZ$164 per night from 13 July to 14 July
NZ$164
13 July - 14 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Whakatane. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private hot tubs. Popular attractions Wairere Falls and Whakatane River Walk are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (79 reviews)
"Close to town. Nice facilities."

Reviewed on 3 Jul. 2025

Tuscany Villas Boutique Motel
Whakatane Holiday Park
Whakatane Holiday Park
2 out of 5
1 Mcgarvey Rd, Whakatane, Bay Of Plenty
The price is NZ$97 per night from 24 July to 25 July
NZ$97
24 July - 25 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this holiday park in Whakatane. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Whakatane District Museum and Gallery and Pohaturoa ...
9/10 Wonderful! (211 reviews)
"The unit was very clean our vehicle was parked right out side. Bedding was of high standard and so was all the kitchen item Very quite everything worked."

Reviewed on 22 Jun. 2025

Whakatane Holiday Park
One88 On Commerce
One88 On Commerce
4.5 out of 5
188 Commerce Street, Whakatane, Bay of Plenty
The price is NZ$176 per night from 12 July to 13 July
NZ$176
12 July - 13 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star motel in Whakatane. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (543 reviews)
"In one word, Perfect!!!!!!!! could not fault the place, I will definitely be back."

Reviewed on 19 Jun. 2025

One88 On Commerce
Cortez Motel
Cortez Motel
2 out of 5
55 Landing Rd, Whakatane, Bay of Plenty
The price is NZ$124 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
NZ$124
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Whakatane. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Whakatane Aquatic Centre and Whakatane War Memorial ...
6.6/10 (9 reviews)
"Artistic ambience, pink flamingos and colour lights puts this place above the ordinary"

Reviewed on 13 Apr. 2025

Cortez Motel
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Other neighbourhoods around Whakatāne Town

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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 Wairere Falls and Te Manuka Tutahi Marae.

Coastlands
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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 Wairere Falls and Te Manuka Tutahi Marae.

Poroporo
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Maraetotara

While Maraetotara isn't home to many top sights, Maraetotara Reserve and Ohiwa Harbour are some notable places to visit nearby.

Maraetotara

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