Whakatane

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Whakatane
Whakatane
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Where to stay in 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.

Maraetotara
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Whakatāne Town

If you're spending some time in Whakatāne Town, Te Papaka & Puketapu and Wairere Falls are top sights worth seeing.

Whakatāne Town
The women of the Mataatua Canoe, left to themselves when the men went ashore for the first time, found a waka

Coastlands

Though Coastlands might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Whakatane River Walk and Wairere Falls.

Coastlands
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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.

Poroporo
The Com Plex Motel

The Com Plex Motel

3 out of 5
39 The Strand Whakatane Bay of Plenty
The price is ¥12,021 per night from Dec 8 to Dec 9
¥12,021
¥13,930 total
Dec 8 - Dec 9
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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (376 reviews)
Room nice and clean bed comfortable

Reviewed on Nov 12, 2025

The Com Plex Motel
Tuscany Villas Boutique Motel

Tuscany Villas Boutique Motel

2.5 out of 5
57 The Strand Whakatane Bay of Plenty
The price is ¥11,044 per night from Nov 23 to Nov 24
¥11,044
¥12,738 total
Nov 23 - Nov 24
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (90 reviews)
The room was spotless. The staff were friendly. The bed was comfortable. Good air conditioning. Spa and shower large and spacious.

Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025

Tuscany Villas Boutique Motel
Whakatane Holiday Park

Whakatane Holiday Park

2 out of 5
1 Mcgarvey Rd Whakatane Bay Of Plenty
The price is ¥7,405 per night from Nov 23 to Nov 24
¥7,405
¥8,516 total
Nov 23 - Nov 24
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (220 reviews)
Perfect retreat. Clean, spacious & accomodating studio’s. Quiet and relaxing.

Reviewed on Oct 3, 2025

Whakatane Holiday Park
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.
An executive style home nestled in a quiet cul de sac .

An executive style home nestled in a quiet cul de sac .

Whakatane Bay Of Plenty
Stay at this vacation home in Whakatane. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Whakatane Aquatic Centre and Whakatane War Memorial ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (28 reviews)
Wonderful stay
Wonderful large home, perfect for our two nights there, especially with little ones. Melanie was attentive and forthcoming, I would not hesitate to come back. Thanks again!

Reviewed on Apr 27, 2025

An executive style home nestled in a quiet cul de sac .
right in the town centre

right in the town centre

Whakatane Whakatane
Stay at this vacation home in Whakatane. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Whakatane River Walk and Wairere Falls are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (37 reviews)
Ideal location close to everything you need. Equiped with all the necessary. Beds were super comfortable and bonus that there was a washer and drier. Only downside was the lawns were quite long, the rubbish bin was full and the shower head may need replacing as the water was just dribbling out. Other ...

Reviewed on Oct 26, 2025

right in the town centre
Cosy and comfortable studio for two, a breakaway worth exploring.

Cosy and comfortable studio for two, a breakaway worth exploring.

Whakatane Bay of Plenty
Stay at this apartment in Whakatane. Enjoy patios and air conditioning. Popular attractions Whakatane Aquatic Centre and Whakatane War Memorial Hall are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
It was quiet, comfortable & homey. Sadly though, it took a long time for the hot water to heat up, which made it difficult to deal with in the middle of winter. Also wasted a lot of water.

Reviewed on Jun 27, 2025

Cosy and comfortable studio for two, a breakaway worth exploring.
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

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Wonderful town! Wish we had more time to stay there longer.