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
Learn more about Whakatane

Maraetotara

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

A coastal cityscape with a mountain in the background, a marina, and a bridge.
Photo by Natalie Robinson
Open Photo by Natalie Robinson

Whakatāne Town

If you're spending some time in Whakatāne Town, Whakatane District Museum and Gallery 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

Though Coastlands might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Wairere Falls and Mataatua: The House That Came Home.

Poroporo

While there might not be top attractions in Poroporo, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Wairere Falls 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 ￥14,398 per night from Jul 19 to Jul 20
￥14,398
￥16,624 total
Jul 19 - Jul 20
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! (459 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on Jul 5, 2026

The Com Plex Motel
NauMai Motel

NauMai Motel

2 out of 5
61 Landing Road Whakatane
The price is ￥9,807 per night from Jul 7 to Jul 8
￥9,807
￥11,365 total
Jul 7 - Jul 8
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Whakatane. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Whakatane Aquatic Centre and Whakatane War Memorial ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (19 reviews)
"Excellent value for money."

Reviewed on Jul 4, 2026

NauMai Motel
Awa Motel

Awa Motel

4.5 out of 5
15 The Strand Whakatane
The price is ￥13,094 per night from Jul 7 to Jul 8
￥13,094
￥15,119 total
Jul 7 - Jul 8
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (653 reviews)
"Nothing"

Reviewed on Jun 20, 2026

Awa Motel
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Private Coastal Sanctuary, Next to the beach!

Private Coastal Sanctuary, Next to the beach!

Coastlands Bay of Plenty Region
Stay at this vacation home in Whakatane. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Whakatane Golf Club and Whakatane District Museum ...
Private Coastal Sanctuary, Next to the beach!
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (121 reviews)
"Family friendly, big house for 10 of us, beautiful kitchen, close to town, beaches."

Reviewed on Apr 11, 2026

Stunning holiday home close to beach
Cozy, comfortable and close to CBD

Cozy, comfortable and close to CBD

Whakatane Bay of Plenty
Stay at this apartment in Whakatane. Enjoy laundry facilities. Popular attractions Whakatane District Museum and Gallery and Pohaturoa are located nearby.
Cozy, comfortable and close to CBD
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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

Wairere Falls

9.2/10 (57 reviews)
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.
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