Pirimai Travel Guide
Napier
Popular places to visit
Marine Parade
After visiting Marine Parade, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Napier. Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Mission Estate Winery
Leave the city behind for a day to experience idyllic countryside surroundings and sip a range of magnificent wines.
National Aquarium of New Zealand
The tanks at this modern aquarium play host to all kinds of underwater life, from cute sea creatures to fearsome marine predators.
Church Road Winery
Delve into the history of winemaking and indulge in some fine local food and an assortment of delicious reds at this Hawke’s Bay winery.
Napier Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Napier Beach during your travels in Awatoto?
Bluff Hill Domain Lookout
As one of the best vantage points in Napier, this rocky viewpoint has commanding views of the turquoise waters of Hawke’s Bay and the Port of Napier.
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 Pirimai
Bella Tuscany On Kennedy
Room was up to standed,the lady at reception was lovely,we enjoyed our stay
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Sundowner Spanish Lady Motel
No cooking facilities at all and was very noisy between road noise and next door guests. Room was otherwise very clean and bed was comfy.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Bella Tuscany on Kennedy
This motel is a little out of the main area of Napier, but with a car easy to get around. Also located not far from access to main highway to Wellington. Room was well set up with small kitchenette. Very clean and comfortable unit. Very quiet room. Management were very pleasant and helpful
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2016
Beach Front Motel Napier
Really nice hotel. A little dated but room was very big & very comfortable. Excellent location right on the beach with walking distance to the National Aquarium & the town center. Several places to eat within a few minutes walk. During the day the Airstream van across the road does fantastic toasted ...
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Shoreline Motel
The staff went above and beyond to accommodate us and the room was large and comfortable. Great location, quiet, close to downtown restaurants, cafe’s and the water.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Harbour View Motel on Ahuriri Beach in Napier NZ with sea view suites
All was good but entry door was noisy because of draft
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Pirimai
Onekawa
While Onekawa may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Onekawa Aquatic Centre and McLean Park.
Tamatea
Tamatea might not have many top sights, but Park Island Sports Complex and Mission Estate Winery are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Greenmeadows
While Greenmeadows isn't home to many top sights, Church Road Winery and Mission Estate Winery are some notable places to visit nearby.
Maraenui
While Maraenui isn't home to many top sights, McLean Park and National Aquarium of New Zealand are some notable places to visit nearby.
Marewa
Marewa might not have many top sights, but McLean Park and National Aquarium of New Zealand are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Pandora
Pandora might not have many top sights, but Ahuriri Estuary and National Tobacco Company Building are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
