Raureka Travel Guide
Hastings
Popular places to visit
Te Mata Peak
You can find out about the history of Hastings with a visit to Te Mata Peak. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
Frimley Park
Explore the great outdoors at Frimley Park, a lovely green space in Hastings. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Cornwall Park
Explore the great outdoors at Cornwall Park, a lovely green space in Hastings. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Hawke's Bay Racecourse
You can take time to visit Hawke's Bay Racecourse during your travels to Hastings. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Splash Planet
Enjoy the thrill rides with your children at Splash Planet as part of your trip to Hastings. Visit the area's spas or amble around its beautiful beaches.
Hawke’s Bay Fallen Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital
If Hawke’s Bay Fallen Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Hastings.
Things to do
Guided 2pm Afternoon Art Deco Walk from Napier Art Deco Trust
Small group - Napier City & Art Deco Tour, 2 hours
Guided 10am Morning Art Deco Walk From Napier Art Deco Trust
Top hotels in Raureka
Beach Front Motel Napier
Absolutely amazing stay! Beautiful view, amazing staff, and such great value for money. The beachfront view room was stunning — having a spa pool inside with a direct beach view was unreal, especially for such an affordable price. The staff were wonderful. The lady at reception was so friendly and ...
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Kennedy Park Resort
Great affordable clean accommodation central to the town and family friendly. Will book again soon. Thanks.
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Swiss-Belhotel Napier
The hotel was far better than our expectations, rooms clean and spacious, one of the best showers in any hotel I have stayed in, polite friendly staff.
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Shoreline Motel
Rooms were clean and air conditioning was turned on for us. Everything you need and over the road from the water.
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Scenic Hotel Te Pania
Wonderful stay! Clean, well equipped hotel with fantastic hotel, beautiful views, terrific location, and extremely helpful, responsive and courteous staff. Excellent value — highly recommend!
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Harbour View Motel on Ahuriri Beach in Napier NZ with sea view suites
Room clean. Location wonderful. Facility somewhat dated.
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Raureka
Saint Leonards
While there might not be top attractions in Saint Leonards, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Hawke's Bay Opera House and Cornwall Park.
Camberley
When in Camberley, you can plan a visit to Frimley Park and Hawke's Bay Opera House, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Akina
While Akina isn't home to many top sights, Hawke's Bay Opera House and Hastings City Art Gallery are some notable places to visit nearby.
Mahora
Though Mahora may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Cornwall Park and Frimley Park.
Frimley
If you're spending some time in Frimley, Frimley Park and Hawke's Bay Regional Sports Park are top sights worth seeing.
Longlands
Though Longlands may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Hawke's Bay Racecourse and Hawke's Bay Opera House.
