Whakatāne Town Travel Guide
Whakatane
Visit Whakatāne Town
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.
Whakatane River Walk
You can take time to visit Whakatane River Walk during your travels to Whakatane. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.
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.
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 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.
Things to do
Ōhope: Guided Cruise with Oyster Farm Visit and Lunch
Top hotels in Whakatāne Town
The Com Plex Motel
"Next to the pub, great location, surprisingly large unit, very good price."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Awa Motel
"Good motel very close to town. Friendly helpful staff The micro village cabins are great -very clean and well set out. Super comfortable king bed and lovely walk in shower. Parking and easy access were appreciated."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Tuscany Villas Boutique Motel
"Room was clean and warm, could not hear neighbours which was great, spa was perfect, curtains kept the sun out for those sleep in mornings, bed was comfortable. No Milk was provided nor offered. Coffee mugs were tiny and half the size of a can. Parking is not allocated to your room so it’s a first ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Whakatane Holiday Park
"We've stayed at whakatane riverside holiday park a few times, but the cleanliness of this cabin was pretty poor, Cobb webbs and dust and looks dated."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
One88 On Commerce
"Very clean, well presented rooms, had concerns about location but was well surprised at how quiet the property was. Very well managed with very helpful staff."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
NauMai Motel
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Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Whakatāne Town
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 Manuka Tutahi Marae and Whakatane War Memorial Hall.
Poroporo
While Poroporo may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Te Manuka Tutahi Marae and Whakatane War Memorial Hall.
