Whakatane Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Whakatane
Whakatane
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Where to stay in Whakatane

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Maraetotara

While Maraetotara isn't home to many top sights, Maraetotara Reserve and Ohiwa Harbour are some notable places to visit nearby.

Maraetotara
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Coastlands

While Coastlands may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Mataatua: The House That Came Home and Te Manuka Tutahi Marae.

Coastlands
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Poroporo

While Poroporo may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Whakatane War Memorial Hall and Te Manuka Tutahi Marae.

Poroporo
The Com Plex Motel
The Com Plex Motel
3 out of 5
39 The Strand, Whakatane, Bay of Plenty
The price is Rp1.455.098 per night from 28 Jun to 29 Jun
Rp1.455.098
Rp1.673.363 total
28 Jun - 29 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in Whakatane. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (333 reviews)
"Really nice comfortable room, no one below you or either side of you so pleasantly quiet, great location and friendly staff."

Reviewed on 18 Jun 2025

The Com Plex Motel
Awa Motel
Awa Motel
4.5 out of 5
15 The Strand, Whakatane
The price is Rp1.261.849 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
Rp1.261.849
Rp1.451.175 total
23 Jun - 24 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star eco-certified motel in Whakatane. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (596 reviews)
"Everything was clean with quality products. A great stay"

Reviewed on 3 Jun 2025

Awa Motel
Tuscany Villas Boutique Motel
Tuscany Villas Boutique Motel
2.5 out of 5
57 The Strand, Whakatane, Bay of Plenty
The price is Rp1.255.980 per night from 28 Jun to 29 Jun
Rp1.255.980
Rp1.444.377 total
28 Jun - 29 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Whakatane. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private hot tubs. Popular attractions Wairere Falls and Whakatane River Walk are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (75 reviews)
"all the above"

Reviewed on 18 Jun 2025

Tuscany Villas Boutique Motel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Ohiwa Seascape Studios
Ohiwa Seascape Studios
3 out of 5
213 Ohiwa Beach Road, Opotiki, Bay of Plenty
Stay at this 3-star beach apartment in Opotiki. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Ohope Beach and Ohope International Golf Club ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (79 reviews)
"Stephan was very welcoming and kind. Fantastic studio. Great location for nature lovers. Amazing view of a gorgeous sunrise."

Reviewed on 21 Mar 2025

Ohiwa Seascape Studios
Beachpoint Apartments
Beachpoint Apartments
4.5 out of 5
5 West End Rd, Ohope
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury apartment in Ohope. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Otarawairere Bay and Maraetotara Reserve ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (58 reviews)
"Beach was right across the road- beautiful view - safe parking for car - helpful receptionist- anything you could have needed was in the unit even things you didn’t think you needed!"

Reviewed on 4 Jun 2025

Beachpoint Apartments
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Whakatane

4.5
Top destination
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Whakatane is a lovely place to break your journey in or stay. The beach front in very family oriented, with a play park, picnic tables, and fountains for children to run through. Had fabulous fish and chips in a shop next to the yacht club, so fresh.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Plenty eating in area. Lots of activities, especially water based.