Awatoto Travel Guide
Napier
Popular places to visit
Napier Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Napier Beach during your travels in Awatoto?
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.
Mission Estate Winery
Leave the city behind for a day to experience idyllic countryside surroundings and sip a range of magnificent wines.
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.
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.
Bluff Hill Domain Lookout
As one of the best vantage points in Napier, this rocky viewpoint has commanding views of the turquoise waters of Hawke’s Bay and the Port of Napier.
Things to do
Deco Napier, Te Mata Peak, Garden Walk and Wine Tasting Tour
Guided 10am Morning Art Deco Walk From Napier Art Deco Trust
Napier: Afternoon Wine Tasting + visit Silky Oaks Chocolates
Cape Winery Cycle Tour - 6 wineries, self-guided
Guided 2pm Afternoon Art Deco Walk from Napier Art Deco Trust
Top hotels in Awatoto
Beach Front Motel Napier
Really nice hotel. A little dated but room was very big & very comfortable. Excellent location right on the beach with walking distance to the National Aquarium & the town center. Several places to eat within a few minutes walk. During the day the Airstream van across the road does fantastic toasted ...
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Shoreline Motel
The staff went above and beyond to accommodate us and the room was large and comfortable. Great location, quiet, close to downtown restaurants, cafe’s and the water.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Harbour View Motel on Ahuriri Beach in Napier NZ with sea view suites
Lady at reception was lovely on arrival, room was clean and comfortable. Had everything we needed for a good nights rest and also the view from our balcony was spot on.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Kennedy Park Resort
Welcoming reception staff. Clean,spacious room which supplied all our requirements.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Expressotel
We stayed on the Saturday for the Art Deco festival. We were greeted by a very lovely lady on reception who couldn't have been more welcoming. We were very lucky that we got to check in early as our room just happened to be ready. The room was a great size, clean and comfortable. All in all, great ...
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Swiss-Belhotel Napier
Lovely room
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Awatoto
Meeanee
While Meeanee isn't home to many top sights, Pettigrew Green Arena and Church Road Winery are some notable places to visit nearby.
Te Awa
Though Te Awa may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like McLean Park and National Aquarium of New Zealand.
Maraenui
While Maraenui isn't home to many top sights, McLean Park and National Aquarium of New Zealand are some notable places to visit nearby.
Jervoistown
Jervoistown might not have many top sights, but Pettigrew Green Arena and Church Road Winery are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Pirimai
Pirimai might not have many top sights, but Onekawa Aquatic Centre and McLean Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Marewa
Marewa might not have many top sights, but McLean Park and National Aquarium of New Zealand are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
