Title: Mata Travel Guide: Best of Mata, Whangarei Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Mata](https://expedia.co.uk/Mata-Whangarei-Hotels.0-n693203590134145024-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Whangarei](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Whangarei.d6136961.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Whangarei](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Whangarei.d6136961.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Mata Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Mata.d693203590134145024.Car-Hire-Guide)[Mata Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Mata.d693203590134145024.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Mata Travel Guide ## Whangarei ## Visit Mata Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Whangarei travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Whangarei.dx6136961) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Whangarei which includes a bay or harbour, a marina and sailing](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621563223482/be6eb1b5-4dab-4aaf-8d22-a062deaf6860.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Town Basin Marina Stroll through this picturesque yachting marina and along its pedestrianized river inlet, a place where seafaring, heritage, arts and culture come together. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Town-Basin-Marina-Whangarei.d553248621563223482.Attraction) ![Whangarei Quarry Gardens showing a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6330482/7367fb1b-bb61-4a88-8755-9e99e6540cf5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Whangarei Quarry Gardens Enjoy the fruits of this remarkable community garden project as you explore areas planted with species of indigenous and subtropical plants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Whangarei-Quarry-Gardens-Kensington.d6330482.Attraction) ![Botanica & Cafler Park which includes interior views and a park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526967277/738d2305-6c75-4ab7-9c21-562f797e4d24.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Botanica & Cafler Park See one of New Zealand’s largest collections of native ferns in a tranquil garden complex and explore the adjoining park for a relaxing time. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Botanica-Cafler-Park-Avenues.d553248621526967277.Attraction) ![Whangarei featuring heritage architecture, a park and a house](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621587477487/0b49c673-fd71-4d1b-85d4-e001908aa3f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Reyburn House Visit Whangarei's oldest settlers house at its scenic riverside location in the Town Basin, to browse one of New Zealand’s delightful art galleries. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Reyburn-House-Whangarei-Central.d553248621587477487.Attraction) ![Claphams National Clock Museum which includes outdoor art](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6111698/20a4e0fb-a92a-4df2-8c34-26136abffe8b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Claphams National Clock Museum Take a guided tour of this unique museum to see one of the largest collections of clocks in the Southern Hemisphere. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Claphams-National-Clock-Museum-Whangarei.d6111698.Attraction) #### Whangarei Art Museum You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Whangarei Art Museum during your trip to Whangarei. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Whangarei-Art-Museum-Whangarei.d553248621587477488.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Private And Exclusive Day Trip Transport To Waitangi Treaty Ground And Paihia](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3336490/7ae1bc88-7f95-473a-986e-333808c247b6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Waitangi Treaty Ground Day Trip Private Transport From Auckland £353 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/waitangi-treaty-ground-day-trip-private-transport-from-auckland.a3336490.activity-details) [See all activities in Whangarei](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Whangarei.d6136961.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Mata ![Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/54900/54874/39599fa0_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre 9 Riverside Drive Whangarei £104 22 Feb - 23 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Whangarei. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the room ... 7.8/10 Good! (599 reviews) Easy as Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=54874&PinnedHotelID=54874&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693203590134145024) ![Kingswood Manor Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9623900/9623818/842d2385_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Kingswood Manor Motel 260 Kamo Road Whangarei Northland £65 17 Feb - 18 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this aparthotel in Whangarei. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Popular attractions Whangarei Quarry Gardens and Whangarei Falls are located ... 8/10 Very Good! (522 reviews) Room was average, price is what you get, extra costs for any extras like daily cleaning of room Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=17%2F02%2F2026&endDate=18%2F02%2F2026&selected=9623818&PinnedHotelID=9623818&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693203590134145024) ![Discovery Settlers Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6560000/6553100/6553049/2a45420c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Discovery Settlers Hotel 61 Hatea Drive Whangarei £85 15 Feb - 16 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Whangarei. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 7.8/10 Good! (579 reviews) Basic accomodation but good value, close to town, comfortable and clean. I had breakfast and dinner in Settlers restaurant and it was very good. Wayne the manager is a gentleman and very helpful. No complaints, I would stay here again. Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=6553049&PinnedHotelID=6553049&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693203590134145024) ![Quality Hotel Oceans Tutukaka](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3850000/3848400/3848353/8c0327da_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Quality Hotel Oceans Tutukaka 1 Marina Drive, Rd3 Tutukaka Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £95 1 Mar - 2 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Tutukaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a marina. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Tutukaka ... 9/10 Wonderful! (551 reviews) The room we stayed in has had a refurb, but the hallways etc. are looking a bit tired. Also be aware that the room is only serviced once every 3 days, which for the price you pay seems not ideal. Reception staff lovely and the restaurant is great (open for breakfast and lunch only) Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=3848353&PinnedHotelID=3848353&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693203590134145024) ![Waipu Glamping-sleeps up to 5](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89960000/89958900/89958817/2d0f4030_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Waipu Glamping-sleeps up to 5 Waipu Northland £106 11 Feb - 12 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this cabin in Waipu. Enjoy a garden, patios and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Waipu Cove Beach and Lang's Beach are located nearby. 9.2/10 Wonderful! (25 reviews) Everything was just as expected, a very clean and well maintained spot, lots of wildlife about in the evenings including weta, morepork and kiwi, will definitely be back! Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=11%2F02%2F2026&endDate=12%2F02%2F2026&selected=89958817&PinnedHotelID=89958817&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693203590134145024) ![Aaron Court Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/50000000/49160000/49150100/49150065/e302f444_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Aaron Court Motel 22 Wolfe Street Whangarei £65 10 Feb - 11 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this aparthotel in Whangarei. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Claphams Clock Museum and Hundertwasser Art ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (90 reviews) Very friendly staff, clean snd comfortable room. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Whangarei-Takahiwai.dx553248635975851743) ![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) ### Marsden Cove While Marsden Cove isn't home to many top sights, Mcleod Bay and Mount Manaia are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Whangarei-Marsden-Cove.dx553248635926198063) ![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) ### One Tree Point Though One Tree Point may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mcleod Bay and Mount Manaia. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Whangarei-One-Tree-Point.dx553248635926198155) ![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) ### Portland While there might not be top attractions in Portland, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Whangarei Art Museum and Botanica & Cafler Park. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Whangarei-Portland.dx553248635926198015) ![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) ### Marsden Point While Marsden Point may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Reotahi Bay and Mcleod Bay. 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