Whakatane

Travel Guide

Whakatane
Whakatane
Photo by Iain Mclean
Photo by Iain Mclean
Photo by Natalie Robinson
Photo by Natalie Robinson
Photo by April F.
Photo by April F.

Where to stay in Whakatane

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Maraetotara

Maraetotara might not have many top sights, but Maraetotara Reserve and Ohiwa Harbour are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Maraetotara
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Whakatāne Town

If you're spending some time in Whakatāne Town, Whakatane Aquatic Centre and Wairere Falls are top sights worth seeing.

Whakatāne Town
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Coastlands

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

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 Whakatane Aquatic Centre 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 CA $109 per night from Sep 6 to Sep 7
CA $109
CA $128 total
Sep 6 - Sep 7
includes taxes & fees
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! (348 reviews)
"Great accommodation"

Reviewed on Aug. 20, 2025

The Com Plex Motel
Whakatane Holiday Park

Whakatane Holiday Park

2 out of 5
1 Mcgarvey Rd, Whakatane, Bay Of Plenty
The price is CA $72 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
CA $72
CA $83 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
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! (215 reviews)
"Kids love the experience"

Reviewed on Aug. 21, 2025

Whakatane Holiday Park
One88 On Commerce

One88 On Commerce

4.5 out of 5
188 Commerce Street, Whakatane, Bay of Plenty
The price is CA $127 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
CA $127
CA $147 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star motel in Whakatane. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (547 reviews)
"Thank you for being so welcoming and showing me around the room."

Reviewed on Aug. 2, 2025

One88 On Commerce
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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.
right in the town centre

right in the town centre

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)
"This is a refurbished very old style house. My guess around the 1940s. It is so old the toilet looks like it was added as an afterthought to the back of the house.Other than that it was comfortable enough. But don't expect to be able to prepare any complicated meals. There was almost no kitchen bench ..."

Reviewed on Jul. 12, 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
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.
Stunning holiday home close to beach

Stunning holiday home close to beach

Whakatane
Stay at this vacation home in Whakatane. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Whakatane Aquatic Centre and Whakatane District ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (90 reviews)
"We had a lovely stay at Apanui House. Had everything we needed. Clean and warm."

Reviewed on Jun. 15, 2025

Stunning holiday home close to beach
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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.

Popular places to visit

Whakatane Hospital

Though Whakatane Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Whakatane while you are here.

Whakatane Hospital

Wairere Falls

4/5(1 review)

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.

Wairere Falls

Whakatane Aquatic Centre

You can take time to visit Whakatane Aquatic Centre during your travels to Whakatane. Discover the volcano viewpoints while you're in the area.

Whakatane Aquatic Centre

Mataatua: The House That Came Home

5/5(1 review)

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.

Mataatua: The House That Came Home

Te Manuka Tutahi Marae

4/5(1 review)

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.

Te Manuka Tutahi Marae

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.

Whakatane War Memorial Hall