Napier South Travel Guide

Napier

Dawn rises over the city of Napier, with St Paul's Cathedral to the left of shot
Dawn rises over the city of Napier, with St Paul's Cathedral to the left of shot
Napier , New Zealand Sunrise on 2017 New Year's Day at the Napier's beach
The Sunken Gardens in Napier this was taken on our weekend away in this beautiful city. If you get the chance to visit Napier make sure you do.
This is Marine Parade in Napier. Napier is regarded as one of the most complete examples of an Art Deco city in the world, having been rebuilt after a large 1931 earthquake. The T&G Building shown here has been converted into high end apartments and entertainment spaces and is one of the landmarks of Art Deco Napier

Popular places to visit

Art Deco Weekend!! Art Deco Weekend is a celebration of the rebuilding of Napier after the 1931 Hawke's Bay earthquake- it celebrates our beautiful city and it's iconic buildings, memorializes the people of the city during the 1930's and makes for a great weekend! The event is planned extremely well, has an incredible amount of era-appropriate events and a magnificent setting. Everybody dresses up - frocks, heels and accessories, bow ties and suspenders... Add vintage car parades, over 200 different events - it's a great weekend!

Marine Parade

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
National Aquarium of New Zealand featuring marine life

National Aquarium of New Zealand

The tanks at this modern aquarium play host to all kinds of underwater life, from cute sea creatures to fearsome marine predators.

National Aquarium of New Zealand
Napier which includes music and performance art

Napier Soundshell

Napier Soundshell is just one of the places to see in Napier, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the area's seaside or experience its acclaimed art galleries.

Napier Soundshell
Napier

MTG Hawke's Bay Museum

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at MTG Hawke's Bay Museum during your travels in Napier. Visit the area's spas or amble around its beautiful beaches.

MTG Hawke's Bay Museum
Napier which includes interior views

Faraday Centre

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Faraday Centre in Napier. Visit the area's spas or amble around its beautiful beaches.

Faraday Centre

McLean Park

Catch an event at McLean Park during your trip to Napier. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

McLean Park

Things to do

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

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

฿624
per adult
Guided 10am Morning Art Deco Walk From Napier Art Deco Trust
Napier - Marine Parade

Napier Bike Hire

฿1,040
per adult
Napier Bike Hire
Guided 2pm Afternoon Art Deco Walk from Napier Art Deco Trust

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

฿671
per adult
Guided 2pm Afternoon Art Deco Walk from Napier Art Deco Trust
2.5-Hour Napier Art Deco Tour

Small group - Napier City & Art Deco Tour, 2 hours

฿2,457
per adult
Small group - Napier City & Art Deco Tour, 2 hours
Napier - Art Deco Capital

Napier E-bike Hire

฿1,985
per adult
Napier E-bike Hire
Cape Winery Cycle Tour - 6 wineries, self-guided

Cape Winery Cycle Tour - 6 wineries, self-guided

฿2,930
per adult
Cape Winery Cycle Tour - 6 wineries, self-guided
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Top hotels in Napier South

Beach Front Motel Napier

Beach Front Motel Napier

4 out of 5
373 Marine Parade Napier
The price is ฿2,456 per night from 6 Mar to 7 Mar
฿2,456
per night
6 Mar - 7 Mar
Stay at this beach motel in Napier. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private hot tubs. Popular attractions Marine Parade and National Aquarium of New Zealand ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,011 reviews)
Room was very clean, staff friendly, very good amenities and very good location

Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026

Beach Front Motel Napier
Shoreline Motel

Shoreline Motel

4.5 out of 5
377 Marine Parade Napier
The price is ฿2,813 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
฿2,813
per night
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Stay at this beach motel in Napier. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
Staff nice rooms

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026

Shoreline Motel
Expressotel

Expressotel

3 out of 5
Corner Clive Square and Tennyson Streets Napier
The price is ฿2,371 per night from 24 Feb to 25 Feb
฿2,371
per night
24 Feb - 25 Feb
Stay at this hotel in Napier. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (718 reviews)
Perfect accommodation throughly loved our stay

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026

Expressotel
Swiss-Belhotel Napier

Swiss-Belhotel Napier

4 out of 5
36 Munroe Street Napier
The price is ฿3,202 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
฿3,202
per night
15 Mar - 16 Mar
Stay at this hotel in Napier. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (435 reviews)
Everything as it should be.

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026

Swiss-Belhotel Napier
The Nautilus Napier

The Nautilus Napier

4 out of 5
387 Marine Parade Napier
The price is ฿2,522 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
฿2,522
per night
22 Mar - 23 Mar
Stay at this spa aparthotel in Napier. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,973 reviews)
Very nice staff. Clean rooms. A little noise from upper floor. Nice location. Peaceful.

Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

The Nautilus Napier
Scenic Hotel Te Pania

Scenic Hotel Te Pania

4 out of 5
45 Marine Parade Napier
The price is ฿3,395 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
฿3,395
per night
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Napier. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
Great room, fantastic view

Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026

Scenic Hotel Te Pania
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Other neighbourhoods around Napier South

Coastal landscape with a road, bridge, and estuary. Cars travel on the road, while the beach and surrounding wetlands are visible. Waitangi Regional Park, Napier, Hawke's Bay, New Zealand

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.

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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 War Memorial Conference Center and McLean Park.

Hospital Hill
Art Deco Weekend!! Art Deco Weekend is a celebration of the rebuilding of Napier after the 1931 Hawke's Bay earthquake- it celebrates our beautiful city and it's iconic buildings, memorializes the people of the city during the 1930's and makes for a great weekend! The event is planned extremely well, has an incredible amount of era-appropriate events and a magnificent setting. Everybody dresses up - frocks, heels and accessories, bow ties and suspenders... Add vintage car parades, over 200 different events - it's a great weekend!

Bluff Hill

While visiting Bluff Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Bluff Hill Domain Lookout and Napier Beach.

Bluff Hill
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Maraenui

While Maraenui isn't home to many top sights, McLean Park and National Aquarium of New Zealand are some notable places to visit nearby.

Maraenui
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Te Awa

Though Te Awa may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like McLean Park and National Aquarium of New Zealand.

Te Awa
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Onekawa

While Onekawa may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Onekawa Aquatic Centre and McLean Park.

Onekawa

Napier South Travel Guide