Whakatane Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Whakatane
Where to stay in Whakatane
Maraetotara
If you're spending some time in Maraetotara, Bay of Plenty and Otarawairere Bay are top sights worth seeing.
Whakatāne Town
While visiting Whakatāne Town, you might make a stop by sights like Whakatane War Memorial Hall and Te Papaka & Puketapu.
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.
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.
The Com Plex Motel
Yes
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
NauMai Motel
This place was very easy to find, we were traveling down from Auckland and needed somewhere to stay. This was the perfect spot for needing a quick shower and overnight sleep. Front desk was super helpful and ready for our stay even tho we reserved the room online a couple hours before arriving.
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Tuscany Villas Boutique Motel
Clean great room great parking and very close to town
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Stunning holiday home close to beach
Yes we enjoyed our stay. Thank you
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
right in the town centre
Definitely in a prime location, within walking distance of town. Cute little house.
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Private Coastal Sanctuary, Next to the beach!
Popular places to visit
Whakatane Hospital
If Whakatane Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Whakatane.
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 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.
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 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.
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.
