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.
Tauranga Domain
Catch an event at Tauranga Domain during your trip to Tauranga. Visit the shops and charming cafes in this family-friendly area.
Mercury Baypark
Catch an event at Mercury Baypark during your trip to Tauranga. Visit the spas and charming cafes in this walkable area.
Mount Hot Pools
You can take time to visit Mount Hot Pools during your travels to 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
Rotorua via Kiwi/lakes country & a visit to iconic Whakarewarewa
TAURANGA City & Scenic Sightseeing 2-hour Local Bus Tour
Tauranga Daytime Scenic Lake McLaren Tour
Tauranga Harbour Scenic One Hour Historical Boat Cruise
Top hotels in Matapihi
Hotel on Devonport
Excellent staff
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Hotel Armitage and Conference Centre
Always enjoy staying here, comfy rooms and great service
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
Trinity Wharf Tauranga
Great amenities and location. We are in the restaurant a few times, used the pool and gym too. Good location for sporting events at the Domain.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Tasman Holiday Parks - Papamoa Beach
Amazing holiday park ,staff were all friendly, had a classic kiwi feeling to the park. Heaps of activities for the kids, highly recommend!
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
18th Avenue Thermal Motel
Spotless room, excellent service, loved the outdoor area for the kids. Would absolutely recommend this motel to anyone!
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
City Suites Tauranga
Friendly staff, room was clean. Having someone on reception was great, keep up the good work.
Reviewed on 26 Jan 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, Memorial Park and Tenpin Tauranga 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 Huria Marae and Tenpin Tauranga.
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 Memorial Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
