Mangapai Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Town Basin Marina
Stroll through this picturesque yachting marina and along its pedestrianized river inlet, a place where seafaring, heritage, arts and culture come together.
Whangarei Quarry Gardens
Enjoy the fruits of this remarkable community garden project as you explore areas planted with species of indigenous and subtropical plants.
Claphams National Clock Museum
Take a guided tour of this unique museum to see one of the largest collections of clocks in the Southern Hemisphere.
Reyburn House
Visit Whangarei's oldest settlers house at its scenic riverside location in the Town Basin, to browse one of New Zealand’s delightful art galleries.
Botanica & Cafler Park
See one of New Zealand’s largest collections of native ferns in a tranquil garden complex and explore the adjoining park for a relaxing time.
Whangarei Art Museum
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Whangarei Art Museum during your trip to Whangarei. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.
Activities
Our pick of the best Mangapai Hotel Deals
Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre
Save your money and choose a half decent hotel instead. The property is very run down and looks nothing like the images they have online. Really regretted spending the extra to stay here
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Kingswood Manor Motel
All good
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Continental Motel
Good value good location, no fuss
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Aaron Court Motel
Stayed 2 nights. Owners helpful and responded quick to email. Good location, would stay again
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Discovery Settlers Hotel
I only stayed one night and left early but everything was excellent.
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Camp Waipu Cove
My self contained cabin was just perfect. Clean and tidy with everything I needed. Hop, skip and a jump from the beach! Absolutely loved my sunrise swim!
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Mangapai
Portland
While there might not be top attractions in Portland, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Whangarei Art Museum and Claphams National Clock Museum.
Otaika
While Otaika may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Whangarei Art Museum and Claphams National Clock Museum.
Raumanga
When in Raumanga, you can plan a visit to Northland Event Centre and Kiwi North: Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Port Whangarei
When in Port Whangarei, you can plan a visit to Claphams National Clock Museum and Whangarei Art Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Onerahi
While Onerahi may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Claphams National Clock Museum and Whangarei Art Museum.
Morningside
While there might not be top attractions in Morningside, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Whangarei Art Museum and Claphams National Clock Museum.
