Whakatane Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Whakatane
Whakatane
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Where to stay in Whakatane

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Maraetotara

While Maraetotara isn't home to many top sights, Maraetotara Reserve and Ohiwa Harbour are some notable places to visit nearby.

Maraetotara
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Coastlands

While Coastlands may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Whakatane River Walk and Te Papaka & Puketapu.

Coastlands
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Poroporo

While Poroporo may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do 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 AU$145 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
AU$145
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Stay at this 3-star 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! (298 reviews)
A good nights sleep...
"We had a two night stay, it was really great, we stayed in the old part of the Hotel which has been fully refurbished. There was plenty of room, great Air Conditioning, bathroom was a little small but otherwise ok. Staff were really great, helpful and friendly, café / restaurant located down stairs, ..."

Reviewed on 10 Feb. 2025

The Com Plex Motel
Awa Motel
Awa Motel
4.5 out of 5
15 The Strand, Whakatane
The price is AU$119 per night from 17 Feb to 18 Feb
AU$119
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
Stay at this 4.5-star eco-certified motel in Whakatane. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (568 reviews)
Good motel in Whakatane
"Simple, but spotless and spacious room. Able to make simple meals using the microwave. Reception staff were very friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 9 Feb. 2025

Awa Motel
Tuscany Villas Boutique Motel
Tuscany Villas Boutique Motel
2.5 out of 5
57 The Strand, Whakatane, Bay of Plenty
The price is AU$154 per night from 16 Feb to 17 Feb
AU$154
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
Stay at this motel in Whakatane. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private spa tubs. Popular attractions Wairere Falls and Whakatane River Walk are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (44 reviews)
"Good location. only niggle was the WIFI was not the best."

Reviewed on 9 Feb. 2025

Tuscany Villas Boutique Motel
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.
Cottage at the Coast
Cottage at the Coast
Whakatane
Stay at this cottage in Whakatane. Enjoy a garden, patios, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Whakatane District Museum and Gallery and Pohaturoa ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (37 reviews)
Cottage at the Coast
"3rd time down for 5 days and loved every minute. Fabulous hosts and perfect set up for a weekend or short stay. Spectacular views from the large windows in the bedroom. Relax on the deck and enjoy uninterrupted stunning views. It’s clean, comfortable and safe. Three minute walk to the fabulous white ..."

Reviewed on 25 Jan. 2025

Cottage at the Coast
Paradise on the Sand
Paradise on the Sand
Whakatane
Stay at this apartment in Whakatane. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Whakatane Golf Club and Whakatane District Museum and ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (38 reviews)
"It was a great little spot and the room was clean and well maintained. Unfortunately, we didnt stay long enough! Definitely recommend! The beach nearby was fantastic!"

Reviewed on 11 Jan. 2025

Paradise on the Sand
Stunning holiday home close to beach
Stunning holiday home close to beach
Whakatane
Stay at this vacation home in Whakatane. Enjoy free WiFi, patios, and housekeeping. Popular attractions Whakatane Aquatic Centre and Whakatane District Museum ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (89 reviews)
Comfortable
"Lovely stay"

Reviewed on 22 Jan. 2025

Stunning holiday home close to beach
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

4.4
Top destination
5 - Excellent
73
5 - Excellent 42%
4 - Good
91
4 - Good 53%
3 - Okay
8
3 - Okay 5%
2 - Disappointing
0
2 - Disappointing 0%
1 - Terrible
1
1 - Terrible 1%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Always a friendly place to visit

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Lovely weather for the beach wedding we attended. Would have been nice to stay longer.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Love this place, but it is my hometown so a little bias

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Lovely weather . Nice slow pace.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

A very clean and colourful garden smaller town that has been hit hard by the eruption of Waikare/White Island. Tourists are starting to trickle back but it will take some time for the town to get back to the bustling town it was.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Great fishing charter. Easy place to get about. Good food options

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