Whakatane Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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A coastal town with a bay, boats, and buildings.

Our guide on where to stay in Whakatane

Find the best Whakatane areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Whakatane
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Maraetotara

If you're spending some time in Maraetotara, Bay of Plenty and Otarawairere Bay are top sights worth seeing.

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Photo by Natalie Robinson
Open Photo by Natalie Robinson

Whakatāne Town

While visiting Whakatāne Town, you might make a stop by sights like Te Papaka & Puketapu and Whakatane District Museum and Gallery.

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Photo by Iain Mclean
Open Photo by Iain Mclean

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 Whakatane District Museum and Gallery and Wairere Falls.

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 Papaka & Puketapu and Whakatane District Museum and Gallery.

The Com Plex Motel

The Com Plex Motel

3 out of 5
39 The Strand Whakatane Bay of Plenty
The price is NZ$167 per night from 14 Aug to 15 Aug
NZ$167
14 Aug - 15 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Whakatane. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (464 reviews)
"Great place. Quiet, and parking is great. Walking distance to all the eateries. 😁"

Reviewed on 29 July 2026

The Com Plex Motel
Awa Motel

Awa Motel

4.5 out of 5
15 The Strand Whakatane
The price is NZ$147 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
NZ$147
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Whakatane. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (655 reviews)
"Exceeded our expectation by a mile. Will definately be back"

Reviewed on 16 July 2026

Awa Motel
Whakatane Holiday Park

Whakatane Holiday Park

2 out of 5
1 Mcgarvey Rd Whakatane Bay Of Plenty
The price is NZ$90 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
NZ$90
12 Aug - 13 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this holiday park in Whakatane. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Whakatane District Museum and Gallery and Pohaturoa ...
Whakatane Holiday Park
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Private Coastal Sanctuary, Next to the beach!

Private Coastal Sanctuary, Next to the beach!

Coastlands Bay of Plenty Region
Stay at this holiday home in Whakatane. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Whakatane Golf Club and Whakatane District Museum ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
"Lovely cozy accommodation with stunning tropical style gardens in an excellent location right next to the beach. We thoroughly enjoyed our time here on our family holiday. Andrew was great to deal with and responded to any questions promptly. Hoping when we are next travelling to Whakatane this place ..."

Reviewed on 15 July 2026

Private Coastal Sanctuary, Next to the beach!
Stunning holiday home close to beach

Stunning holiday home close to beach

Whakatane Coastlands
Stay at this holiday home in Whakatane. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Whakatane Aquatic Centre and Whakatane District ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (121 reviews)
"Family friendly, big house for 10 of us, beautiful kitchen, close to town, beaches."

Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026

Stunning holiday home close to beach
Paradise on the Sand

Paradise on the Sand

Whakatane Bay of Plenty
Stay at this apartment in Whakatane. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Whakatane Golf Club and Whakatane District Museum and ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (46 reviews)
"Great place to stay for a few nights with our wee dog. Had everything we needed. Was clean and tidy. Close to beach acess and off street parking too. Thank you to the hosts. Would reccomend."

Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

Paradise on the Sand
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Stay near popular Whakatane attractions

Mataatua: The House That Came Home

9.2/10 (34 reviews)
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.
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Cities near Whakatane

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