Raureka Travel Guide
Hastings
Popular places to visit
Te Mata Peak
You can find out about the history of Hastings with a visit to Te Mata Peak. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
Cornwall Park
Explore the great outdoors at Cornwall Park, a lovely green space in Hastings. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Frimley Park
Explore the great outdoors at Frimley Park, a lovely green space in Hastings. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Hawke's Bay Racecourse
You can take time to visit Hawke's Bay Racecourse during your travels to Hastings. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Splash Planet
Enjoy the thrill rides with your children at Splash Planet as part of your trip to Hastings. Visit the area's spas or amble around its beautiful beaches.
Hawke's Bay Opera House
You can enjoy a show at Hawke's Bay Opera House during your stay in Hastings. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Things to do
Guided 10am Morning Art Deco Walk From Napier Art Deco Trust
Shore Excursion: Napier/ Hawke's Bay & Premium Wineries tour
Napier: Afternoon Wine Tasting + visit Silky Oaks Chocolates
Cape Winery Cycle Tour - 6 wineries, self-guided
Guided 2pm Afternoon Art Deco Walk from Napier Art Deco Trust
Top hotels in Raureka
Beach Front Motel Napier
Great location. Good size room and kitchenette
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Shoreline Motel
Yes everything was extremely nice, the room was amazing and staff were very polite
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Harbour View Motel on Ahuriri Beach in Napier NZ with sea view suites
Great view from are balcony but very dated room and no safe or air conditioning. Avoid being on ground floor
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Kennedy Park Resort
Sweet as
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Expressotel
Clean, very comfortable and homey. The staff were very communicative and helpful. Properly run business, with a clear understanding of hospitality.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Swiss-Belhotel Napier
Staff were lovely, room was stunning. Very clean and tidy. Sheets and towels were immaculate. Amazing amenities with a lovely coffee station. Buffet breakfast was fresh and lovely and again amazingly friendly staff. The robes in our room were an amazing unexpected bonus.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Raureka
Saint Leonards
While there might not be top attractions in Saint Leonards, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Cornwall Park and Hawke's Bay Opera House.
Camberley
When in Camberley, you can plan a visit to Frimley Park and Cornwall Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Akina
While Akina isn't home to many top sights, Hawke's Bay Opera House and Hastings City Art Gallery are some notable places to visit nearby.
Mahora
Though Mahora may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Cornwall Park and Frimley Park.
Frimley
If you're spending some time in Frimley, Frimley Park and Hawke's Bay Regional Sports Park are top sights worth seeing.
Longlands
Though Longlands may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Te Mata Peak and Hawke's Bay Racecourse.
