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Our top choices for Waipu Bay hotels

Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, stovetop

Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), individually decorated

1. Quest Tauranga Central

2.3 km from Waipu Bay

Melissa

￥16,087

￥18,500 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 15 - Aug 16

Family & Accessible Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Executive City Suite (King Studio) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, blackout drapes, soundproofing

2. CitySide Hotel Tauranga

2.3 km from Waipu Bay

Kimlay

￥16,227

￥19,212 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 15 - Aug 16

King Bed Waterfront Upstairs Apartment | Iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

King Bed Waterfront Upstairs Apartment | View from room

3. Harbour View Motel and Water Front Apartments

2.7 km from Waipu Bay

Casey

￥16,531

￥19,114 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 15 - Aug 16

Superior King Room (Harbour View room) | Balcony

Executive Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

4. Hotel on Devonport

2.2 km from Waipu Bay

Joel

￥15,874

￥18,255 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 11 - Aug 12

Family Suite One bedroom | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

Family Suite One bedroom | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, stovetop

5. Harbour City Motor Inn

2.4 km from Waipu Bay

John

￥15,776

￥18,166 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Standard Studio) | Iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

6. City Suites Tauranga

2.6 km from Waipu Bay

James

￥11,475

￥13,306 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 15 - Aug 16

Urban Balcony Premium | Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

7. Trinity Wharf Tauranga

2.4 km from Waipu Bay

"Our recent stay at Trinity Wharf boasted with spectacular views and amazing hospitality. Our rooms were pristine and the meticulous care from the staff ensured it was refreshed daily. As a family travelling, we particularly enjoyed the location close to some amazing local restaurants, as well as an exciting park within walking distance. Thank you to the dazzling smiles, professionalism and welcoming hospitality of all the staff we interacted with, the genuine care and wamth will surely have us...

Liz

￥17,928

￥20,729 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 14 - Aug 15

One Bedroom Apartment | Living area | 32-inch Smart TV with cable channels, TV, Netflix

8. Roselands Motel

2.5 km from Waipu Bay

Neil

￥13,686

￥15,760 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 11 - Aug 12

Executive Suite | Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds (surcharge), WiFi (free), bed sheets

One Bedroom Unit | Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds (surcharge), WiFi (free), bed sheets

9. Gateway Motor Inn

2.4 km from Waipu Bay

Joanna

￥15,360

￥17,664 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 11 - Aug 12

Mini-fridge, microwave, stovetop, electric kettle

10. Durham Motor Inn

2.5 km from Waipu Bay

Joseph

￥21,658

￥25,114 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 15 - Aug 16

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living area | TV

Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living area | TV

11. Quest on Durham

2.5 km from Waipu Bay

Hayley

￥16,087

￥18,500 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 13 - Aug 14

Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

12. Mercure Tauranga

2.5 km from Waipu Bay

Julie

￥11,237

￥12,923 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

13. Wanderlust NZ

2.2 km from Waipu Bay

Nigel

￥11,551

￥13,394 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 15 - Aug 16

Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board

14. Seascape Villa Bed & Breakfast

5.4 km from Waipu Bay

Adrianne

￥16,835

￥19,360 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 15 - Aug 16

Executive Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, soundproofing

Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Standard Studio - Double) | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, stovetop

Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee

15. 850 Cameron Motel

4.8 km from Waipu Bay

Ngaere

￥18,432

￥21,197 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 14 - Aug 15

Coffee/tea maker, stovetop, electric kettle, highchair

Apartment | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

16. Poripori Homestead

16.7 km from Waipu Bay

Lucy

￥16,600

￥19,167 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 17 - Aug 18

2 Bedroom Executive Apartment | Laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

Studio Executive | Laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

17. Quest Mt Maunganui

4.8 km from Waipu Bay

Rodney

￥16,220

￥19,058 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

Deluxe Holiday Unit (1BR) | Laptop workspace, WiFi (surcharge), bed sheets

Deluxe Holiday Unit (1BR) | In-room dining

18. Tasman Holiday Parks - Papamoa Beach

7.9 km from Waipu Bay

Patricia

￥13,501

￥15,526 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 19 - Aug 20

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

19. Baywatch Motor Inn

4.7 km from Waipu Bay

Sharon

￥16,003

￥18,453 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs (surcharge), WiFi (free)

20. Bethlehem Motor Inn

7.4 km from Waipu Bay

TERANGI

￥17,814

￥20,486 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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Compare popular hotels close to Waipu Bay

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Quest Tauranga Central	9.6 Exceptional 322 reviews	View
CitySide Hotel Tauranga	9.6 Exceptional 236 reviews	View
Harbour View Motel and Water Front Apartments	9.6 Exceptional 377 reviews	View
Hotel on Devonport	9.2 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View
Harbour City Motor Inn	9.2 Wonderful 217 reviews	View

Top Waipu Bay Hotel Reviews

Quest on Durham

10/10 Excellent

"Great location and access to local restaurants and Bay theatre. Room was bigger than expected which was a bonus"

Trinity Wharf Tauranga

10/10 Excellent

"We enjoyed our stay, very nice large rooms and the staff were vey helpful"

Quest Tauranga Central

10/10 Excellent

"!"

Blue Haven Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Awesome everytime time. Great parking for our big truck and New World over the road is one of the best in NZ. The deli is restaurant quality. Beach is super close, 5 minutes walk and has the best sun rises. Staff very good as well. Cheers"

Hotel on Devonport

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent- must go to"

Mercure Tauranga

10/10 Excellent

"Great value for money"

City Suites Tauranga

10/10 Excellent

"Sport channels. Easy access and parking and easy to find"

Gateway Motor Inn

10/10 Excellent

"As a new person to Tauranga, the motel was easy to find and arriving at night the motel was warm and i was even able to buy a meal and delivered to my door. Awesome"

CitySide Hotel Tauranga

10/10 Excellent

"Little gem in Tauranga. The room was a great size. Everything was clean, neat and tidy. The breakfast was lovely. And staff were pleasant. Would be sure to stay here again when in Tauranga. Highly recommended."

Other attractions near Waipu Bay

Rangataua Bay

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Rangataua Bay during your travels in Mount Maunganui. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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Classic Flyers NZ

8.0/10 (4 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Classic Flyers NZ during your travels in Tauranga. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its charming cafes.

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Monmouth Redoubt

8.0/10 (1 review)

Find out about the history of Tauranga when you take a trip to Monmouth Redoubt. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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Tauranga Art Gallery

7.8/10 (37 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Tauranga Art Gallery in Tauranga. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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Robbins Park

Explore the great outdoors at Robbins Park, a lovely green space in Tauranga. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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Bay Karts Outdoor Kart Racing

You can take time to visit Bay Karts Outdoor Kart Racing during your travels to Tauranga. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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Baycourt Community & Arts Centre

Enjoy an outing to Baycourt Community & Arts Centre during your stay in Tauranga. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its charming cafes.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Waipu Bay?

If you're planning to come to the area to visit Waipu Bay, take some time to see the rest of the sights while you're in town. This welcoming area is known for its beautiful beaches and charming cafes. You'll find 584 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay close to Waipu Bay?

Trinity Wharf Tauranga is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a marina and a restaurant. It's located 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Waipu Bay. Other good options within a few miles include Hotel on Devonport and Quest on Durham.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Waipu Bay?

Expedia has 584 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Waipu Bay.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Waipu Bay, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near Waipu Bay.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Waipu Bay?

To find more details about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near Waipu Bay, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Waipu Bay?

While you're exploring, swing by The Elms Mission House, Monmouth Redoubt, and Brain Watkins House to learn a bit about the area. You can wander around Tauranga Domain, Blake Park, or Fernland Spa if you want a dose of fresh air. Dip your toes in the water at Pilot Bay Beach, Maunganui Beach, and Papamoa Beach.

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Our top choices for Waipu Bay hotels

1. Quest Tauranga Central

2. CitySide Hotel Tauranga

3. Harbour View Motel and Water Front Apartments

4. Hotel on Devonport

5. Harbour City Motor Inn

6. City Suites Tauranga

7. Trinity Wharf Tauranga

8. Roselands Motel

9. Gateway Motor Inn

10. Durham Motor Inn

11. Quest on Durham

12. Mercure Tauranga

13. Wanderlust NZ

14. Seascape Villa Bed & Breakfast

15. 850 Cameron Motel

16. Poripori Homestead

17. Quest Mt Maunganui

18. Tasman Holiday Parks - Papamoa Beach

19. Baywatch Motor Inn

20. Bethlehem Motor Inn

Compare popular hotels close to Waipu Bay

Top Waipu Bay Hotel Reviews

Quest on Durham

Trinity Wharf Tauranga

Quest Tauranga Central

Blue Haven Motel

Hotel on Devonport

Mercure Tauranga

City Suites Tauranga

Gateway Motor Inn

CitySide Hotel Tauranga

Other attractions near Waipu Bay

Rangataua Bay

Classic Flyers NZ

Monmouth Redoubt

Tauranga Art Gallery

Robbins Park

Bay Karts Outdoor Kart Racing

Baycourt Community & Arts Centre

Frequently asked questions