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Wonderful town! Wish we had more time to stay there longer.
Whakatane
Travel Guide
Visit Whakatane
Where to stay in Whakatane
Whakatāne Town
If you're spending some time in Whakatāne Town, Te Papaka & Puketapu and Whakatane District Museum and Gallery are top sights worth seeing.
Maraetotara
If you're spending some time in Maraetotara, Bay of Plenty and Otarawairere Bay are top sights worth seeing.
Coastlands
Though Coastlands might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Te Papaka & Puketapu and Wairere Falls.
Poroporo
While there might not be top attractions in Poroporo, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Te Papaka & Puketapu and Wairere Falls.
The Com Plex Motel
39 The Strand Whakatane Bay of Plenty
Stay at this motel in Whakatane. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
Tuscany Villas Boutique Motel
57 The Strand Whakatane Bay of Plenty
Stay at this motel in Whakatane. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private hot tubs. Popular attractions Wairere Falls and Whakatane River Walk are located ...
Whakatane Holiday Park
1 Mcgarvey Rd Whakatane Bay Of Plenty
Stay at this holiday park in Whakatane. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Whakatane District Museum and Gallery and Pohaturoa ...
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.
Beachpoint Apartments
5 West End Rd Ohope
Book a stay at this luxury apartment in Ohope. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Otarawairere Bay and Maraetotara Reserve ...
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.
Popular places to visit
Whakatane Hospital
Though Whakatane Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Whakatane while you are here.
Wairere Falls
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Wairere Falls during your travels in Whakatane. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.
Te Papaka & Puketapu
Find out about the history of Whakatane with a stop at Te Papaka & Puketapu. Discover the volcano viewpoints while you're in the area.
Te Manuka Tutahi Marae
You can find out about the history of Whakatane when you stop by Te Manuka Tutahi Marae. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.
Whakatane District Museum and Gallery
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Whakatane District Museum and Gallery during your trip to Whakatane. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.
Whakatane Aquatic Centre
You can take time to visit Whakatane Aquatic Centre during your travels to Whakatane. Discover the volcano viewpoints while you're in the area.
Things to do
White Island & Whale Island 1-Hour Volcano Scenic Flight
$352
per adult
Ōhope: Guided Cruise with Oyster Farm Visit and Lunch
$87
per adult
Reviews of Whakatane
4.8
Top Destination
- Whakatane Hospital
- Wairere Falls
- Te Papaka & Puketapu
- Te Manuka Tutahi Marae
- Whakatane District Museum and Gallery
- Whakatane Aquatic Centre
- Mataatua: The House That Came Home
- Whakatane River Walk
- Muriwai’s Cave
- Whakatane War Memorial Hall
- Whakatane Golf Club
- Pohaturoa
- Ohope Beach
- Bay of Plenty
- Awakeri Hot Springs
- Opotiki Beach
- Te Urewera National Park
- Maraetotara Reserve
- Otarawairere Bay
- Ohope International Golf Club
- Shalfoon & Francis Museum
- Hiona St Stephen’s Church
- Opotiki District Museum
- Statue of Wairaka
- Opotiki Heritage & Agriculture Museum