Whakatane Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Aerial view of the coastline's rugged rocks meeting the turquoise sea, with lush green hills embracing the town, Whakatane, Bay of Plenty Region, New Zealand.
View of Whakatane in New Zealand
View of Whakatane in New Zealand
Whakatane
Whakatane

Where to stay in Whakatane

Whakatāne Town

Whakatāne Town

While visiting Whakatāne Town, you might make a stop by sights like Whakatane War Memorial Hall and Te Papaka & Puketapu.

Whakatāne Town
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Maraetotara

If you're spending some time in Maraetotara, Bay of Plenty and Otarawairere Bay are top sights worth seeing.

Maraetotara
Coastlands

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 Te Papaka & Puketapu and Te Manuka Tutahi Marae.

Coastlands
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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 Whakatane War Memorial Hall and Te Papaka & Puketapu.

Poroporo
The Com Plex Motel

The Com Plex Motel

3 out of 5
39 The Strand Whakatane Bay of Plenty
The price is £69 per night from 9 May to 10 May
£69
9 May - 10 May
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! (444 reviews)
Really good modern rooms. Quiet and independent. Different layout from normal.

Reviewed on 5 May 2026

The Com Plex Motel
Tuscany Villas Boutique Motel

Tuscany Villas Boutique Motel

2.5 out of 5
57 The Strand Whakatane Bay of Plenty
The price is £66 per night from 6 Jun to 7 Jun
£66
6 Jun - 7 Jun
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! (113 reviews)
Parking a little tight people not parking directly in front or units , Shower and bathroom absolutely huge awesome

Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026

Tuscany Villas Boutique Motel
Awa Motel

Awa Motel

4.5 out of 5
15 The Strand Whakatane
The price is £59 per night from 9 May to 10 May
£59
9 May - 10 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Whakatane. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (645 reviews)
Clean and comfortable with nice surroundings.

Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

Awa 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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (121 reviews)
Family friendly, big house for 10 of us, beautiful kitchen, close to town, beaches.

Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026

Stunning holiday home close to beach
right in the town centre

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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (56 reviews)
Definitely in a prime location, within walking distance of town. Cute little house.

Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026

right in the town centre
Cosy and comfortable studio for two, a breakaway worth exploring.

Cosy and comfortable studio for two, a breakaway worth exploring.

Whakatāne 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.

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2025

Cosy and comfortable studio for two, a breakaway worth exploring.
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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.

Popular places to visit

Te Manuka Tutahi Marae

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.

Te Manuka Tutahi Marae

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.

Whakatane War Memorial Hall

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.

Te Papaka & Puketapu

Whakatane District Museum and Gallery

4.5/5(2 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Whakatane District Museum and Gallery in Whakatane. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.

Whakatane District Museum and Gallery

Mataatua: The House That Came Home

4/5(2 reviews)

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.

Mataatua: The House That Came Home

Whakatane Aquatic Centre

You can take time to visit Whakatane Aquatic Centre during your travels to Whakatane. Discover the volcano viewpoints while you're in the area.

Whakatane Aquatic Centre