Marewa Travel Guide
Napier
Popular places to visit
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.
Napier Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Napier Beach during your travels in Awatoto?
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.
Mission Estate Winery
Leave the city behind for a day to experience idyllic countryside surroundings and sip a range of magnificent wines.
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
Shore Excursion: Napier/ Hawke's Bay & Premium Wineries tour
National Aquarium of New Zealand in Napier General Admission
Guided 2pm Afternoon Art Deco Walk from Napier Art Deco Trust
Top hotels in Marewa
Kennedy Park Resort
Friendly staff and great service
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Beach Front Motel Napier
The local was perfect and the staff was great. The room is dated but we didn’t care it was perfect for us. Thank you
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Swiss-Belhotel Napier
The room was spacious, and the bed was comfortably sized for two people. However, the parking charges were slightly expensive compared to other accommodations I stayed at during my 19-day road trip across the North Island. Overall is good !!
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Expressotel
Lovely hotel. Very comfortable and everything is tip top 🤗
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Harbour View Motel on Ahuriri Beach in Napier NZ with sea view suites
Parking at front door, tour buses pick you up from Reception, staff very helpful. Great restaurant short walks away.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Scenic Hotel Te Pania
Great location in central Napier. Very clean and comfortable room with a sea view on a high floor. Excellent in room tea and coffee facilities!
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Marewa
Napier South
If you're spending some time in Napier South, National Aquarium of New Zealand and War Memorial Conference Center are top sights worth seeing.
Maraenui
While Maraenui isn't home to many top sights, National Aquarium of New Zealand and Onekawa Aquatic Centre are some notable places to visit nearby.
Onekawa
While Onekawa may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Onekawa Aquatic Centre and National Aquarium of New Zealand.
Hospital Hill
While there might not be top attractions in Hospital Hill, you can explore the larger area and discover places like War Memorial Conference Center and Ocean Spa.
Te Awa
Though Te Awa may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like National Aquarium of New Zealand and McLean Park.
Pandora
Pandora might not have many top sights, but Pandora Pond and Ahuriri Estuary are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
