Title: Otumoetai Travel Guide: Best of Otumoetai, Tauranga Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Otumoetai](https://expedia.co.uk/Otumoetai-Tauranga-Hotels.0-n553248635976008183-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Tauranga](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Tauranga.d6138986.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Tauranga](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Tauranga.d6138986.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Otumoetai Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Otumoetai.d553248635976008183.Car-Hire-Guide)[Otumoetai Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Otumoetai.d553248635976008183.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Otumoetai Travel Guide ## Tauranga ![Mount Maunganui mauoa at sunset from pilot bay and mount drury tauranga](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976008183/2859ed4b-1056-4e73-9591-bdf5dd7719da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Otumoetai Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Tauranga travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Tauranga.dx6138986) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Mount Maunganui beach panorama](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108238/1b3c59df-d647-43ab-8d0d-67bdacf9fe94.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mount Maunganui Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Maunganui during your travels in Tauranga. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its charming cafes. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mount-Maunganui-Mount-Maunganui.d6108238.Attraction) ![Papamoa Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6252797/5b325d8f-4167-4b1f-a021-9621dca63fa7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Papamoa Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Papamoa Beach during your trip to Papamoa Beach? Amble around the area's beaches or visit its shops. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Papamoa-Beach-Tauranga.d683116997147742208.Attraction) #### Mercury Baypark Catch an event at Mercury Baypark during your trip to Tauranga. Visit the spas and charming cafes in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/ASB-Baypark-Mount-Maunganui.d6330441.Attraction) #### Tauranga Domain Catch an event at Tauranga Domain during your trip to Tauranga. Visit the shops and charming cafes in this romantic area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Tauranga-Domain-Tauranga.d553248635975094845.Attraction) #### Blake Park Explore the great outdoors at Blake Park, a lovely green space in Tauranga. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its charming cafes. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Blake-Park-Mount-Maunganui.d6278920.Attraction) #### Mount Hot Pools You can take time to visit Mount Hot Pools during your travels to Tauranga. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its charming cafes. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mount-Hot-Pools-Mount-Maunganui.d6311308.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Tauranga: Mount Maunganui Harbour Sightseeing Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44953227/e7b61c4e-dc05-4a87-b9b3-dc399c7e2aaa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tauranga: Mount Maunganui Harbour Sightseeing Cruise £17 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/tauranga-mount-maunganui-harbour-sightseeing-cruise.a44953227.activity-details) ![Tauranga Harbour Scenic One Hour Historical Boat Cruise ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46340743/e11d61f7-200c-4116-81fb-5861fe671250.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tauranga Harbour Scenic 1.5 Hour Historical Boat Cruise £17 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/tauranga-harbour-scenic-15-hour-historical-boat-cruise.a46340743.activity-details) ![Tauranga Daytime Scenic Lake McLaren Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45280133/6b584ee5-9140-4c10-a302-ec577f3d1d59.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tauranga Daytime Scenic Lake McLaren Tour £77 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/tauranga-daytime-scenic-lake-mclaren-tour.a45280133.activity-details) ![The bubbling Mud at Waiotapu](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1760101/575b4296-6d8a-4423-b9fd-099844efaa38.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Rotorua via Kiwi/lakes country & a visit to iconic Whakarewarewa £141 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/rotorua-via-kiwilakes-country-a-visit-to-iconic-whakarewarewa.a1760101.activity-details) ![Rotorua Geothermal Wonderland Tour – Departs Tauranga](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1282007/aac61eec-022a-498a-b6f0-598e92494eb5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Rotorua Geothermal Wonderland Tour – Departs Tauranga £117 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/rotorua-geothermal-wonderland-tour-departs-tauranga.a1282007.activity-details) ![Tauranga: Evening Glowworm Kayak Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1394866/8a4abf1d-5618-4878-aa8f-a14d04dd8fa5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tauranga: Evening Glowworm Kayak Tour £116 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/tauranga-evening-glowworm-kayak-tour.a1394866.activity-details) [See all activities in Tauranga](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Tauranga.d6138986.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Otumoetai ![Cobblestone Court Motel – Wenzel Motels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2594300/2594286/d4798614_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cobblestone Court Motel – Wenzel Motels 86 Chapel Street Tauranga £68 12 Apr - 13 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this golf motel in Tauranga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Mount Maunganui and The Elms Mission ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (217 reviews) Fantastic stay! The motel was modern, spotless, and very comfortable. The beds were especially comfy and I had a great night’s sleep. Everything felt fresh and well looked after. I really enjoyed my stay and will definitely be coming back next time! Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F04%2F2026&endDate=13%2F04%2F2026&selected=2594286&PinnedHotelID=2594286&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976008183) ![Hotel on Devonport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1120000/1115400/1115377/b3b6b832_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel on Devonport 72 Devonport Road Tauranga £103 12 Apr - 13 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tauranga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews) It’s great and great location. Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F04%2F2026&endDate=13%2F04%2F2026&selected=1115377&PinnedHotelID=1115377&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976008183) ![Trinity Wharf Tauranga](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1640000/1636400/1636382/adfdefe4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Trinity Wharf Tauranga 51 Dive Crescent Tauranga £112 12 Apr - 13 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Tauranga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a marina. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews) This hotel is a little older-looking than the pictures. The room was dated. The view was stunning. The gym was well-equipped. The pool was nice, but again a little dated. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F04%2F2026&endDate=13%2F04%2F2026&selected=1636382&PinnedHotelID=1636382&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976008183) ![Opal Hot Springs & Holiday Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624100/9624007/acffc561_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Opal Hot Springs & Holiday Park 257 Okauia Springs Road Okauia £33 15 Apr - 16 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this golf holiday park in Okauia. Enjoy free parking, 3 outdoor pools and hot springs on-site. Our guests praise the pool and the clean rooms in their ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (527 reviews) The hot tub was wonderfully therapeutic. The grounds were clean and well maintained. Star gazing was premium with minimal light interference. Would be nice if they turned off the exterior cabin lights or use diffuse lightfound light Iat night for better star gazing ! Lovely place will stay again. ... Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F04%2F2026&endDate=16%2F04%2F2026&selected=9624007&PinnedHotelID=9624007&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976008183) ![Oceanside Resort & Twin Towers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629100/9629078/229de540_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Oceanside Resort & Twin Towers 1 Maunganui Road Tauranga £96 23 Apr - 24 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Tauranga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ... 7.8/10 Good! (1,341 reviews) room clean although needs refurbishing. some unusual requirements such as will be charged $30-50 if dishes not washed. carpark spaces are very narrow Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F04%2F2026&endDate=24%2F04%2F2026&selected=9629078&PinnedHotelID=9629078&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976008183) ![City Suites Tauranga](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629900/9629803/0b3bf75c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### City Suites Tauranga 32 Cameron Road Tauranga £67 6 Apr - 7 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Tauranga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,039 reviews) Nice and clean and comfortable Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=06%2F04%2F2026&endDate=07%2F04%2F2026&selected=9629803&PinnedHotelID=9629803&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976008183) [See all 862 properties in Otumoetai](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=30%2F03%2F2026&endDate=31%2F03%2F2026®ionId=553248635976008183) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Tauranga-Bellevue.dx693189441695809536) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Matua While Matua may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Fergusson Park and Tauranga Domain. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Tauranga-Matua.dx693189460200501248) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Brookfield While Brookfield isn't home to many top sights, Fernland Spa and Tenpin Tauranga are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Tauranga-Brookfield.dx693189447584813056) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Judea Though Judea may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Tenpin Tauranga and Fernland Spa. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Tauranga-Judea.dx693189465976225792) ![Hills and the sea in New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976384091/5e9aea4e-526a-497f-b0b7-5eef0b71ce06.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Tauranga South 4.5/5(2 area reviews) While Tauranga South isn't home to many top sights, Tenpin Tauranga and Memorial Park are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Tauranga-Tauranga-South.dx553248635976384091) ![Mount Maunganui and Pilot Bay iconic landscape, panorama, Tauranga, New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635974587504/b36aef49-0249-4e94-b9ae-7c60e39d1110.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Bethlehem If you're spending some time in Bethlehem, Fernland Spa and Waimarino Adventure Park are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Tauranga-Bethlehem.dx553248635974587504) --- --- - [Stays](?pwaLob=wizard-hotel-pwa-v2) - [Packages](?pwaLob=wizard-package-pwa) - [Flights](?pwaLob=wizard-flight-pwa) - [Things to do](?pwaLob=wizard-lx-pwa) - [Cruises](?pwaLob=wizard-cruise-pwa) - [Cars](?pwaLob=wizard-car-pwa) # Otumoetai Travel Guide