Whakatane

Travel Guide

A beach with scattered rocks and a small island with trees in the distance.
A coastal town with a bay, boats, buildings, and a hilly landscape.
A coastal town with rocky shores, clear blue waters, and a backdrop of lush green hills.
A woman and a child walking on a wooden bridge over a body of water with steam rising from the water.
A coastal town with a bay, boats, and buildings.

Where to stay in Whakatane

Find the best Whakatane areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Whakatane
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Maraetotara

If you're spending some time in Maraetotara, Bay of Plenty and Otarawairere Bay are top sights worth seeing.

A rocky outcrop with a statue in the foreground and a mountain in the background.

Whakatāne Town

If you're spending some time in Whakatāne Town, Te Manuka Tutahi Marae and Wairere Falls are top sights worth seeing.

A statue on a rocky outcrop with a mountain in the background.
Photo by Iain Mclean
Open Photo by Iain Mclean

Coastlands

While visiting Coastlands, you might make a stop by sights like Whakatane Golf Club and Julian's Berry Farm & Café.

Poroporo

While there might not be top attractions in Poroporo, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Te Manuka Tutahi Marae and Mataatua: The House That Came Home.

The Com Plex Motel

The Com Plex Motel

3 out of 5
39 The Strand Whakatane Bay of Plenty
The price is ￥12,242 per night from Nov 9 to Nov 10
￥12,242
￥14,186 total
Nov 9 - Nov 10
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
The Com Plex Motel
Whakatane Holiday Park

Whakatane Holiday Park

2 out of 5
1 Mcgarvey Rd Whakatane Bay Of Plenty
The price is ￥6,637 per night from Oct 28 to Oct 29
￥6,637
￥7,768 total
Oct 28 - Oct 29
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (242 reviews)
"Everything is absolutely amazing I can't express how I feel into words about the whakatane riverside camp grounds would I recommend to family and friends and if people are in need and are looking for some where to stay I would and say go and go back again i had a clean room the staff are real helpful ..."

Reviewed on Oct 9, 2026

Whakatane Holiday Park
Awa Motel

Awa Motel

4.5 out of 5
15 The Strand Whakatane
The price is ￥11,526 per night from Oct 27 to Oct 28
￥11,526
￥13,294 total
Oct 27 - Oct 28
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Whakatane. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
Awa Motel
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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.
Stunning holiday home close to beach

Stunning holiday home close to beach

Whakatane Coastlands
Stay at this vacation home in Whakatane. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Whakatane Aquatic Centre and Whakatane District ...
Stunning holiday home close to beach
Paradise on the Sand

Paradise on the Sand

Whakatane Bay of Plenty
Stay at this apartment in Whakatane. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Whakatane Golf Club and Julian's Berry Farm & Café ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (46 reviews)
"Great place to stay for a few nights with our wee dog. Had everything we needed. Was clean and tidy. Close to beach acess and off street parking too. Thank you to the hosts. Would reccomend."

Reviewed on Apr 27, 2026

Paradise on the Sand
Cosy studio with AC and pool access

Cosy studio with AC and pool access

Whakatāne Bay of Plenty Region
Stay at this apartment in Whakatane. Enjoy a garden, patios, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Wairere Falls and Te Papaka & Puketapu are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
"We had a great stay! The place was lovely, clean, comfortable, and had everything we needed. We really enjoyed our time here and would happily stay again. Great location. Highly recommend!"

Reviewed on Oct 16, 2026

Cosy studio with AC and pool access
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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.

Stay near popular Whakatane attractions

Whakatane War Memorial Hall

8.4/10 (22 reviews)
You can learn about the history of Whakatane with a visit to Whakatane War Memorial Hall. Discover the volcano viewpoints while you're in the area.
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