Tamatea 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.
Napier Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Napier Beach during your travels in Awatoto?
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.
Mission Estate Winery
Leave the city behind for a day to experience idyllic countryside surroundings and sip a range of magnificent wines.
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 Prison
Enter spooky cells and hear terrifying tales about some of the nation’s most notorious criminals in one of the oldest prisons in New Zealand.
Things to do
Guided 10am Morning Art Deco Walk From Napier Art Deco Trust
Shore Excursion: Napier/ Hawke's Bay & Premium Wineries tour
National Aquarium of New Zealand in Napier General Admission
Napier: Afternoon Wine Tasting + visit Silky Oaks Chocolates
Guided 2pm Afternoon Art Deco Walk from Napier Art Deco Trust
Top hotels in Tamatea
Beach Front Motel Napier
Loved the view, spacious rooms and parking availability.
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Swiss-Belhotel Napier
The staff were friendly and the check-in was swift. Lovely large room. Great brekkie.
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Expressotel
Parking was a bit of a challenge. Not the easiest carpark due to many concrete poles and having to angle and avoid the poles.
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Harbour View Motel on Ahuriri Beach in Napier NZ with sea view suites
Great view of the harbour from my room’s patio. A few eating spots within a short walking distance of the motel, otherwise you’ll need fo drive. My room was basically a small apartment with 2 bedrooms and 3 beds (there’s a TV in each bedroom plus the living room). Perfect for accommodating mom, dad ...
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Scenic Hotel Te Pania
The location was excellent. Room was clean. Staff were helpful.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Shoreline Motel
Ok
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Tamatea
Pirimai
Pirimai might not have many top sights, but Church Road Winery and Park Island Sports Complex 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.
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 National Aquarium of New Zealand and McLean Park.
Pandora
Pandora might not have many top sights, but Pandora Pond and Ahuriri Estuary are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Marewa
Marewa might not have many top sights, but National Aquarium of New Zealand and McLean Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Taradale
You'll enjoy the wineries and churches in Taradale. You might want to make time for a stop at Church Road Winery or Pettigrew Green Arena.
