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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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
Tuscany Villas Boutique Motel
"Plenty of off road parking. Rooms clean. Currently refurbishing some of the rooms. All the staff were freindly and welcoming. Management team make you feel at home."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Whakatane Holiday Park
"Great place for us to spend the night!"
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
One88 On Commerce
"The room was amazingly appointed. Very close to everything and staff were very helpful"
Reviewed on 11 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
NauMai Motel
"Clean room, adequate facilities for what I needed"
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Whakatāne Town
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 District Museum and Gallery.
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 District Museum and Gallery.
Maraetotara
If you're spending some time in Maraetotara, Bay of Plenty and Otarawairere Bay are top sights worth seeing.
