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 Whakatane War Memorial Hall and Te Papaka & Puketapu. [](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 Wairere Falls and Mataatua: The House That Came Home. [](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 £68 14 Jan - 15 Jan 2026 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! (384 reviews) Very tidy and clean room Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=14%2F01%2F2026&endDate=15%2F01%2F2026&selected=69914621&PinnedHotelID=69914621&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 £68 4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026 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! (91 reviews) Charming property with amazing staff; felt like visiting family. Great location, easy walk to restaurants, shops and the Intercity bus stop. Highly recommend a stay at Tuscany Villas! Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=04%2F01%2F2026&endDate=05%2F01%2F2026&selected=100287850&PinnedHotelID=100287850&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 23 Dec - 24 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! (223 reviews) Comfortable Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F12%2F2025&endDate=24%2F12%2F2025&selected=29061988&PinnedHotelID=29061988&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3784) [See all 148 properties in Whakatane](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=23%2F12%2F2025&endDate=24%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. ![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) ![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) ![Cosy and comfortable studio for two, a breakaway worth exploring. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112110000/112105800/112105711/4fbb4151_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cosy and comfortable studio for two, a breakaway worth exploring. Whakatane Bay of Plenty Stay at this apartment in Whakatane. Enjoy patios and air conditioning. Popular attractions Whakatane Aquatic Centre and Whakatane War Memorial Hall are located ... 10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews) It was quiet, comfortable & homey. Sadly though, it took a long time for the hot water to heat up, which made it difficult to deal with in the middle of winter. Also wasted a lot of water. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Whakatane-Hospital-Whakatane.d553248621573985855.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) #### 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) #### 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