Matapihi Travel Guide
Tauranga
Popular places to visit
Mount Maunganui
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Maunganui during your travels in Tauranga. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its charming cafes.
Papamoa Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Papamoa Beach during your trip to Papamoa Beach? Amble around the area's beaches or visit its shops.
Waipu Bay
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Waipu Bay during your travels in Matapihi. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its charming cafes.
Mercury Baypark
Catch an event at Mercury Baypark during your trip to Tauranga. Visit the spas and charming cafes in this walkable area.
Tauranga Domain
Catch an event at Tauranga Domain during your trip to Tauranga. Visit the shops and charming cafes in this romantic area.
Blake Park
Explore the great outdoors at Blake Park, a lovely green space in Tauranga. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its charming cafes.
Things to do
Boutique tour , Mt Maunganui, NZ farm, Rotorua lakes/geothermal
Tauranga: Daytime Scenic Lake McLaren Kayak Tour
From Tauranga: Half-Day Swimming with Dolphins Tour
Tauranga: Mount Maunganui Harbour Sightseeing Cruise
Whakarewarewa Māori Village & Geothermal
Top hotels in Matapihi
Hotel on Devonport
Restaurant closed for an event on Friday and also not open Saturday and Sunday!
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Trinity Wharf Tauranga
It was a pleasant stay thank you
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Oceanside Resort & Twin Towers
The property very old
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
City Suites Tauranga
Easy check in and no charge for 11am check out. Accommodation good quality with all the facilities to be self sufficient.
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Hotel Armitage and Conference Centre
Second time stayed here due to great location. Room is awesome, they kept it tidy and pleasant to stay. Unsure how long the elevator/lift renovation will finish but prepare to use the stairs temporarily or by conference area where the lift is located. Otherwise, stay was great.
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
Tasman Holiday Parks - Papamoa Beach
This was an incredible beach front cabin. The view was tremendous and the staff very welcoming.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Matapihi
Maungatapu
Maungatapu might not have many top sights, but Memorial Park and Tenpin Tauranga are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Tauranga South
While Tauranga South isn't home to many top sights, Tenpin Tauranga and Memorial Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
Judea
Though Judea may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Tenpin Tauranga and Huria Marae.
Omanu
While Omanu may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Blake Park and Mount Maunganui Golf Club.
Otumoetai
Though Otumoetai may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Tauranga Domain and The Elms Mission House.
Hairini
When in Hairini, you can plan a visit to Tauranga Golf Club and Tenpin Tauranga, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
