Title: Whakatane Travel Guide: Best of Whakatane, Bay of Plenty Region Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Whakatane](https://expedia.co.uk/Whakatane-Hotels.d3784.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Whakatane](https://expedia.co.uk/Whakatane-Holiday-Rentals.d3784.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Whakatane](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Whakatane.d3784.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Whakatane](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Whakatane.d3784.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Whakatane Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Whakatane.d3784.Car-Hire-Guide)[Whakatane Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Whakatane.d3784.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Whakatane Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Whakatane](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/3a1125d8a4c0d354a3ec6215eab2b41e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Whakatane](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/3461efd8fcbcc5c9d802e84a84eb8e76.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Photo by Iain Mclean](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/72fe9c1788d86fa12cb45bec63cb1ab9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Iain Mclean](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/72fe9c1788d86fa12cb45bec63cb1ab9.jpg) ![Photo by Natalie Robinson](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/724e219be0d214bf3f90c084204be724.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Natalie Robinson](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/724e219be0d214bf3f90c084204be724.jpg) ![Photo by April F.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/8bcbbcc30ff75bca66e6d3bb796a9248.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by April F.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/8bcbbcc30ff75bca66e6d3bb796a9248.jpg) ## Visit Whakatane Where to stay Things to do Reviews ### Where to stay in Whakatane ![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) ### Maraetotara If you're spending some time in Maraetotara, Bay of Plenty and Otarawairere Bay are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Whakatane-Maraetotara.dx693200173255282688) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/3a1125d8a4c0d354a3ec6215eab2b41e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Whakatāne Town While visiting Whakatāne Town, you might make a stop by sights like Te Papaka & Puketapu and Wairere Falls. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Whakatane-Whakatane-Town.dx959724600028393472) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/72fe9c1788d86fa12cb45bec63cb1ab9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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 River Walk and Te Papaka & Puketapu. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Whakatane-Coastlands.dx553248634965840926) ![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) ### 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 Wairere Falls. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Whakatane-Poroporo.dx693200168961736704) - Top hotels in Whakatane - Top Holiday Rentals in Whakatane ![The Com Plex Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69920000/69914700/69914621/6d0e4d42_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Com Plex Motel 39 The Strand Whakatane Bay of Plenty £69 14 Dec - 15 Dec 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! (383 reviews) It was everything we requested Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=14%2F12%2F2025&endDate=15%2F12%2F2025&selected=69914621&PinnedHotelID=69914621&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3784) ![Whakatane Holiday Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29070000/29062000/29061988/a72c65a1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Whakatane Holiday Park 1 Mcgarvey Rd Whakatane Bay Of Plenty £42 9 Dec - 10 Dec 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 ... 9/10 Wonderful! (222 reviews) Comfortable Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F12%2F2025&endDate=10%2F12%2F2025&selected=29061988&PinnedHotelID=29061988&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3784) ![Tuscany Villas Boutique Motel ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100290000/100287900/100287850/807a915b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Tuscany Villas Boutique Motel 57 The Strand Whakatane Bay of Plenty £61 14 Dec - 15 Dec 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 ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (90 reviews) The room was spotless. The staff were friendly. The bed was comfortable. Good air conditioning. Spa and shower large and spacious. Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=14%2F12%2F2025&endDate=15%2F12%2F2025&selected=100287850&PinnedHotelID=100287850&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3784) [See all 147 properties in Whakatane](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=09%2F12%2F2025&endDate=10%2F12%2F2025®ionId=3784) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![An executive style home nestled in a quiet cul de sac .](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33950000/33942200/33942177/b2b0347b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### An executive style home nestled in a quiet cul de sac . Whakatane Bay Of Plenty Stay at this holiday home in Whakatane. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Whakatane Aquatic Centre and Whakatane War Memorial ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (28 reviews) Wonderful stay Wonderful large home, perfect for our two nights there, especially with little ones. Melanie was attentive and forthcoming, I would not hesitate to come back. Thanks again! Reviewed on 27 Apr 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Whakatane-Hotels-An-Executive-Style-Home-Nestled-In-A-Quiet-Cul-De-Sac.h33942177.Hotel-Information) ![right in the town centre](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37920000/37911200/37911177/c25008fb_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### right in the town centre Whakatane Whakatane Stay at this holiday home in Whakatane. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Whakatane River Walk and Wairere Falls are located ... 9/10 Wonderful! (37 reviews) Ideal location close to everything you need. Equiped with all the necessary. Beds were super comfortable and bonus that there was a washer and drier. Only downside was the lawns were quite long, the rubbish bin was full and the shower head may need replacing as the water was just dribbling out. Other ... Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Whakatane-Hotels-Right-In-The-Town-Centre.h37911177.Hotel-Information) ![Paradise on the Sand](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74250000/74246000/74245980/aa399f9b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### 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 ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (41 reviews) What a piece of paradise, super quiet, spotless and very comfy bed. Hosts were just lovely and we will stay again. Also minutes to the beach where the fish just leap out of the water at your feet (according to host as it happened to him on the day).10/10 Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Whakatane-Hotels-Paradise-On-The-Sand.h74245980.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Whakatane](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=3784&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) 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/Whakatane-Hospital-Whakatane.d553248621573985855.Attraction) #### Wairere Falls Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Wairere Falls during your travels in Whakatane. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Wairere-Falls-Whakatane.d553248621526967505.Attraction) #### Mataatua: The House That Came Home 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mataatua-The-House-That-Came-Home-Whakatane.d553248621532610930.Attraction) #### Te Papaka & Puketapu Find out about the history of Whakatane with a stop at Te Papaka & Puketapu. Discover the volcano viewpoints while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Te-Papaka-Puketapu-Whakatane.d553248621526967500.Attraction) #### Whakatane River Walk You can take time to visit Whakatane River Walk during your travels to Whakatane. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Whakatane-River-Walk-Whakatane.d553248621532610929.Attraction) #### Whakatane War Memorial Hall You can learn about the history of Whakatane with a trip to Whakatane War Memorial Hall. Discover the volcano viewpoints while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Whakatane-War-Memorial-Hall-Whakatane.d553248621573985856.Attraction) ## Reviews of Whakatane 4.5 Top destination 5 - Excellent 2 4 - Good 2 3 - Okay 0 2 - Disappointing 0 1 - Terrible 0 ### 5/5 - Excellent Verified traveller Whakatane is a lovely place to break your journey in or stay. The beach front in very family oriented, with a play park, picnic tables, and fountains for children to run through. Had fabulous fish and chips in a shop next to the yacht club, so fresh. ### 5/5 - Excellent Verified traveller Plenty eating in area. Lots of activities, especially water based. - Cities near Whakatane - Places of interest - [Bay of Plenty ](https://expedia.co.uk/Bay-Of-Plenty-Bay-of-Plenty-Region.d6047975.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. Scan the QR code with your device camera and download our app