Bluff Hill Travel Guide

Napier

Pania of the Reef showing a statue or sculpture and art
Bluff Hill Domain Lookout featuring views and general coastal views as well as a small group of people
Bluff Hill Domain Lookout featuring general coastal views as well as a couple
Bluff Hill Domain Lookout which includes a house
Bluff Hill Domain Lookout featuring signage and a bay or harbour

Popular places to visit

Napier Prison

Napier Prison

3.5/5(3 reviews)

Enter spooky cells and hear terrifying tales about some of the nation’s most notorious criminals in one of the oldest prisons in New Zealand.

Napier Prison
Pania of the Reef

Pania of the Reef

Surrounded by tranquil gardens, this elegant life-size statue is symbolic of the city’s coastal location.

Pania of the Reef
Bluff Hill Domain Lookout featuring general coastal views as well as a couple

Bluff Hill Domain Lookout

4.5/5(8 reviews)

As one of the best vantage points in Napier, this rocky viewpoint has commanding views of the turquoise waters of Hawke’s Bay and the Port of Napier.

Bluff Hill Domain Lookout
Centennial Gardens

Centennial Gardens

Explore the great outdoors at Centennial Gardens, a lovely green space in Napier. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Centennial Gardens
National Aquarium of New Zealand showing marine life

Marine Parade

4.5/5(27 reviews)

After visiting Marine Parade, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Napier. Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Marine Parade
Mission Estate Winery

Mission Estate Winery

5/5(11 reviews)

Leave the city behind for a day to experience idyllic countryside surroundings and sip a range of magnificent wines.

Mission Estate Winery

Things to do

Guided 2pm Afternoon Art Deco Walk from Napier Art Deco Trust

Guided 2pm Afternoon Art Deco Walk from Napier Art Deco Trust

฿579
per adult
Guided 2pm Afternoon Art Deco Walk from Napier Art Deco Trust
Napier - Marine Parade

Napier Bike Hire

฿1,027
per adult
Napier Bike Hire
Guided 10am Morning Art Deco Walk From Napier Art Deco Trust

Guided 10am Morning Art Deco Walk From Napier Art Deco Trust

฿579
per adult
Guided 10am Morning Art Deco Walk From Napier Art Deco Trust
Sinch EZ2

Napier E-bike Hire

฿1,960
per adult
Napier E-bike Hire
2.5-Hour Napier Art Deco Tour

Small group - Napier Art Deco Tour, 2h- 2.5 hours

฿1,662
per adult
Small group - Napier Art Deco Tour, 2h- 2.5 hours
Cape Winery Cycle Tour - 6 wineries, self-guided

Cape Winery Cycle Tour - 6 wineries, self-guided

฿2,147
per adult
Cape Winery Cycle Tour - 6 wineries, self-guided
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Top hotels in Bluff Hill

Beach Front Motel Napier

Beach Front Motel Napier

4 out of 5
373 Marine Parade, Napier
The price is ฿2,520 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
฿2,520
฿2,898 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach motel in Napier. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private hot tubs. Popular attractions Marine Parade and National Aquarium of New ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"The place was what we needed for a weekend of activities. If we were at the motel more then the lack of privacy between the master bedroom and the kids in the lounge would have been an issue. But since we were there to sleep it was fine. We did have dinner there one night and the kitchenette had ..."

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025

Beach Front Motel Napier
Swiss-Belhotel Napier

Swiss-Belhotel Napier

4 out of 5
36 Munroe Street, Napier
The price is ฿2,491 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
฿2,491
฿2,865 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Napier. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (329 reviews)
"Excellent service. Lovely warm and quiet."

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025

Swiss-Belhotel Napier
Kennedy Park Resort

Kennedy Park Resort

2.5 out of 5
11 Storkey St, Napier, Hawke's Bay
The price is ฿663 per night from 15 Oct to 16 Oct
฿663
฿1,516 total
15 Oct - 16 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this eco-certified holiday park in Napier. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (285 reviews)
"Staff were great very helpful , wifi was good. Room and bed was comfortable . Pillows so good, but room looked like it could do with an upgrade."

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

Kennedy Park Resort
Art Deco Masonic Hotel

Art Deco Masonic Hotel

4.5 out of 5
2 Tennyson Street, Napier
The price is ฿4,568 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
฿4,568
฿5,253 total
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Napier. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (997 reviews)
"Had a pleasant one night stay here. The room was small but charming and comfortable, shower was excellent, and bed was just right. We stayed on the 1st floor and had access to the roof terrace which was an unexpected bonus. We could not hear either the bar or restaurant below."

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

Art Deco Masonic Hotel
Harbour View Motel on Ahuriri Beach in Napier NZ with sea view suites

Harbour View Motel on Ahuriri Beach in Napier NZ with sea view suites

3.5 out of 5
60 Nelson Quay, Napier
The price is ฿2,292 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
฿2,292
฿2,636 total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach motel in Napier. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (947 reviews)
"Close to cycleway, the sea, park area for children, and The Boardwalk Bistro and cafe."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Harbour View Motel on Ahuriri Beach in Napier NZ with sea view suites
Pebble Beach Motor Inn

Pebble Beach Motor Inn

4.5 out of 5
445 Marine Parade, Napier
The price is ฿2,815 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
฿2,815
฿3,237 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star beach motel in Napier. Enjoy free parking, private hot tubs and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (849 reviews)
"Excellent room nice and big. Clean throughout. Would be my go to stay whenever i am in napier."

Reviewed on 2 Oct 2025

Pebble Beach Motor Inn
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Other neighbourhoods around Bluff Hill

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Hospital Hill

While there might not be top attractions in Hospital Hill, you can explore the larger area and discover places like National Tobacco Company Building and War Memorial Conference Center.

Hospital Hill
National Tobacco Company Building

Ahuriri

While visiting Ahuriri, you might make a stop by sights like National Tobacco Company Building and The Urban Winery.

Ahuriri
Napier showing a lake or waterhole

Napier South

If you're spending some time in Napier South, McLean Park and National Aquarium of New Zealand are top sights worth seeing.

Napier South
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Pandora

Pandora might not have many top sights, but National Tobacco Company Building and Pandora Pond are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Pandora
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Marewa

Marewa might not have many top sights, but McLean Park and National Aquarium of New Zealand are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Marewa
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Westshore

4/5(2 area reviews)

Beaches, spas and seafood restaurants highlight some of the notable features of Westshore. Make a stop by Westshore Beach while you're exploring.

Westshore

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