Poroporo Travel Guide
Whakatane
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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 District Museum and Gallery
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Whakatane District Museum and Gallery in Whakatane. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.
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.
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.
Things to do
Ōhope: Guided Cruise with Oyster Farm Visit and Lunch
Top hotels in Poroporo
The Com Plex Motel
Great place, near and tidy. Walking distance to the bars and restaurants and a stones throw away from the waterfront.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Tuscany Villas Boutique Motel
Parking a little tight people not parking directly in front or units , Shower and bathroom absolutely huge awesome
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Awa Motel
Clean and comfortable with nice surroundings.
Reviewed on 27 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
Ōhope Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park
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Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
One88 On Commerce
Helpful staff. Accommodating with requests. Highly recommended
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Poroporo
Whakatāne Town
While visiting Whakatāne Town, you might make a stop by sights like Whakatane War Memorial Hall and Te Papaka & Puketapu.
Maraetotara
If you're spending some time in Maraetotara, Bay of Plenty and Otarawairere Bay are top sights worth seeing.
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.
