Whakatane Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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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 Manuka Tutahi Marae and Wairere Falls.

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Photo by Iain Mclean
Open Photo by Iain Mclean

Coastlands

If you're spending some time in Coastlands, Whakatane Golf Club and Julian's Berry Farm & Café are top sights worth seeing.

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 Mataatua: The House That Came Home.

The Com Plex Motel

The Com Plex Motel

3 out of 5
39 The Strand Whakatane Bay of Plenty
The price is NZ$159 per night from 17 Oct to 18 Oct
NZ$159
17 Oct - 18 Oct
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 ...
The Com Plex Motel
Whakatane Holiday Park

Whakatane Holiday Park

2 out of 5
1 Mcgarvey Rd Whakatane Bay Of Plenty
The price is NZ$88 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
NZ$88
18 Oct - 19 Oct
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (242 reviews)
"Everything is absolutely amazing I can't express how I feel into words about the whakatane riverside camp grounds would I recommend to family and friends and if people are in need and are looking for some where to stay I would and say go and go back again i had a clean room the staff are real helpful ..."

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2026

Whakatane Holiday Park
Tuscany Villas Boutique Motel

Tuscany Villas Boutique Motel

2.5 out of 5
57 The Strand Whakatane Bay of Plenty
The price is NZ$143 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
NZ$143
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Whakatane. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private hot tubs. Popular attractions Wairere Falls and Whakatane River Walk are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (130 reviews)
"A lovely place to stay, the Managers were very welcoming, helpful and friendly. Moved rooms to one without stairs, no problem at all."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2026

Tuscany Villas Boutique Motel
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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 ...
Stunning holiday home close to beach
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 Julian's Berry Farm & ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
"Modern house with well established secure garden, it feels like a tropical paradise. Stones throw from beach access. Peacefull retreat."

Reviewed on 20 Sept 2026

Private Coastal Sanctuary, Next to the 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 Julian's Berry Farm & Café ...
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

Te Manuka Tutahi Marae

8.8/10 (22 reviews)
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.
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Cities near Whakatane

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