Onekawa Travel Guide
Napier
Popular places to visit
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.
Napier Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Napier Beach during your travels in Awatoto?
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.
Mission Estate Winery
Leave the city behind for a day to experience idyllic countryside surroundings and sip a range of magnificent wines.
Church Road Winery
Delve into the history of winemaking and indulge in some fine local food and an assortment of delicious reds at this Hawke’s Bay winery.
National Tobacco Company Building
Admire this stunning pastel-coloured building, which combines art deco architecture with lavish art nouveau details.
Things to do
Deco Napier, Te Mata Peak, Garden Walk and Wine Tasting Tour
Guided 10am Morning Art Deco Walk From Napier Art Deco Trust
Guided 2pm Afternoon Art Deco Walk from Napier Art Deco Trust
Small group - Napier City & Art Deco Tour, 2 hours
Top hotels in Onekawa
Deco City Motor Lodge
"Nice central for me, good parking and nice room."
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Napier Nest Motel
"The property was good the staff were very welcoming and we had a good stay"
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Expressotel
"Reasonable price"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Beach Front Motel Napier
"Enjoyed my stay!"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Harbour View Motel on Ahuriri Beach in Napier NZ with sea view suites
"Clean room, a sharp knife to cut tomatoes & a pair of scissors to cut labels etc."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Swiss-Belhotel Napier
"We thoroughly enjoyed the room look, location and staff were great however the main amenities were after are a comfortable bed and strong shower and unfortunately these were lacking. The bed felt very boney and cheap as springs were evident and cover to mattress was thin. The shower had two heads ..."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Onekawa
Pirimai
Pirimai might not have many top sights, but Church Road Winery and Park Island Sports Complex are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Marewa
Marewa might not have many top sights, but National Aquarium of New Zealand and McLean Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Maraenui
While Maraenui isn't home to many top sights, National Aquarium of New Zealand and McLean Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
Tamatea
Tamatea might not have many top sights, but Park Island Sports Complex and Mission Estate Winery are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
Napier South
If you're spending some time in Napier South, National Aquarium of New Zealand and War Memorial Conference Center are top sights worth seeing.
