Tauranga South Travel Guide
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Top hotels in Tauranga South
18th Avenue Thermal Motel
"The room was clean and spacious, however very dated and needed upgrading."
Reviewed on 13 Jun 2026
Bennetts Tauranga Motor Inn
"Everything was great ( room a bit dated but functional) except for the hours of the spa in the private rooms. Couldnt have a morning spa or a spa before getting busy. Its between 330pm till 930pm otherwise its empty. I appreciate the fresh new water though after emptying.Couldnt have a spa after ..."
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
850 Cameron Motel
"Parking is excellant Staff are exceptional The rooms are very clean and well maintained"
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Trinity Wharf Tauranga
Hotel on Devonport
"The rooms were clean and spacious. Parking was $10 a night in the hotel secure carpark which was great . The staff were very helpful.it was located right in town I would return to this hotel again and recommend it anyone"
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Opal Hot Springs & Holiday Park
"It was all good"
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Tauranga South
Mount Maunganui
Mount Maunganui is popular for its beaches, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Pilot Bay Beach or Maunganui Beach.
Papamoa Beach
Unique features of Papamoa Beach include the beaches and shopping. Make a stop by Papamoa Beach or Bay of Plenty while you're exploring the area.
Papamoa
While Papamoa may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Gordon Spratt Reserve and Papamoa Beach.
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.
Bethlehem
If you're spending some time in Bethlehem, Fernland Spa and Waimarino Adventure Park are top sights worth seeing.
