Whakatane
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Visit Whakatane
Where to stay in Whakatane

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

Whakatāne Town
If you're spending some time in Whakatāne Town, Te Manuka Tutahi Marae and Whakatane War Memorial Hall 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 Manuka Tutahi Marae and Whakatane District Museum and Gallery.

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 Whakatane District Museum and Gallery.

The Com Plex Motel
"Next to the pub, great location, surprisingly large unit, very good price."
Reviewed on May 21, 2026

Tuscany Villas Boutique Motel
"Plenty of off road parking. Rooms clean. Currently refurbishing some of the rooms. All the staff were freindly and welcoming. Management team make you feel at home."
Reviewed on May 17, 2026

Whakatane Holiday Park
"A great place to stay with excellent facillities."
Reviewed on May 23, 2026

Stunning holiday home close to beach
"Family friendly, big house for 10 of us, beautiful kitchen, close to town, beaches."
Reviewed on Apr 11, 2026

right in the town centre
"The host was amazing"
Reviewed on May 5, 2026

Cosy and comfortable studio for two, a breakaway worth exploring.
"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
Popular places to visit
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 River Walk
You can take time to visit Whakatane River Walk during your travels to Whakatane. 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 War Memorial Hall
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.
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.
Mataatua: The House That Came Home
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Mataatua: The House That Came Home in Whakatane. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.
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