Whakatāne Town Travel Guide

Whakatane

Whakatāne Town
Whakatāne Town
Photo by Natalie Robinson
Photo by Natalie Robinson
Photo by April F.
Photo by April F.

Popular places to visit

Whakatane Hospital

If Whakatane Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Whakatane.

Whakatane Hospital

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.

Te Manuka Tutahi Marae

Wairere Falls

5/5(1 review)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Wairere Falls during your travels in Whakatane. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.

Wairere Falls

Mataatua: The House That Came Home

4/5(2 reviews)

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.

Mataatua: The House That Came Home

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.

Whakatane Aquatic Centre

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 War Memorial Hall

Top hotels in Whakatāne Town

The Com Plex Motel
The Com Plex Motel
3 out of 5
39 The Strand, Whakatane, Bay of Plenty
The price is Rp1.448.986 per night from 17 Jul to 18 Jul
Rp1.448.986
Rp1.666.334 total
17 Jul - 18 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in Whakatane. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (338 reviews)
"Great place to stay with nearby restaurants and shops"

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2025

The Com Plex Motel
Awa Motel
Awa Motel
4.5 out of 5
15 The Strand, Whakatane
The price is Rp1.257.348 per night from 14 Jul to 15 Jul
Rp1.257.348
Rp1.445.999 total
14 Jul - 15 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star eco-certified motel in Whakatane. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (602 reviews)
"We loved our stay, quiet, comfortable and clean, such good value for our money."

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2025

Awa Motel
Tuscany Villas Boutique Motel
Tuscany Villas Boutique Motel
2.5 out of 5
57 The Strand, Whakatane, Bay of Plenty
The price is Rp1.250.703 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
Rp1.250.703
Rp1.438.308 total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Whakatane. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private hot tubs. Popular attractions Wairere Falls and Whakatane River Walk are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (80 reviews)
"Close to town. Nice facilities."

Reviewed on 3 Jul 2025

Tuscany Villas Boutique Motel
Whakatane Holiday Park
Whakatane Holiday Park
2 out of 5
1 Mcgarvey Rd, Whakatane, Bay Of Plenty
The price is Rp877.018 per night from 17 Jul to 18 Jul
Rp877.018
Rp1.008.571 total
17 Jul - 18 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this holiday park in Whakatane. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Whakatane District Museum and Gallery and Pohaturoa ...
9/10 Wonderful! (211 reviews)
"The unit was very clean our vehicle was parked right out side. Bedding was of high standard and so was all the kitchen item Very quite everything worked."

Reviewed on 22 Jun 2025

Whakatane Holiday Park
One88 On Commerce
One88 On Commerce
4.5 out of 5
188 Commerce Street, Whakatane, Bay of Plenty
The price is Rp1.365.029 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
Rp1.365.029
Rp1.569.764 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star motel in Whakatane. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (543 reviews)
"In one word, Perfect!!!!!!!! could not fault the place, I will definitely be back."

Reviewed on 19 Jun 2025

One88 On Commerce
Cortez Motel
Cortez Motel
2 out of 5
55 Landing Rd, Whakatane, Bay of Plenty
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.143.923 per night from 15 Jul to 16 Jul
Rp1.143.923
Rp1.315.526 total
15 Jul - 16 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Whakatane. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Whakatane Aquatic Centre and Whakatane War Memorial ...
6.6/10 (9 reviews)
"Artistic ambience, pink flamingos and colour lights puts this place above the ordinary"

Reviewed on 13 Apr 2025

Cortez Motel
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Other neighbourhoods around Whakatāne Town

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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 Wairere Falls and Te Manuka Tutahi Marae.

Coastlands
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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 Wairere Falls and Te Manuka Tutahi Marae.

Poroporo
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Maraetotara

While Maraetotara isn't home to many top sights, Maraetotara Reserve and Ohiwa Harbour are some notable places to visit nearby.

Maraetotara

Whakatāne Town Travel Guide