Poraiti Travel Guide
Napier





Popular places to visit

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

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.

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.

Napier Prison
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.
Things to do

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

Cape Winery Cycle Tour - 6 wineries, self-guided
Top hotels in Poraiti

Expressotel
The hotel was very clean , the staff (the receptionist and the cleaners) are very friendly , helpful and efficient. The car park is good and free of charge. All the shops and cafes are about 5 minutes walking from the hotel. We enjoyed our stay in Napier and definitely when I return to Napier I will ...
Reviewed on 8 May 2026

Beach Front Motel Napier
Fine for what we needed.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026

Swiss-Belhotel Napier
A comfortable room with helpful staff at check in. I would recommend this hotel.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026

Harbour View Motel on Ahuriri Beach in Napier NZ with sea view suites
Lovely spot with nice sea view. By the waterfront walking path and easy walk to restaurants and shops.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026

Scenic Hotel Te Pania
Lovely room and equally lovely view across the ocean, clean, quiet, staff very friendly and accommodating, room was comfortable - no complaints at all, and would stay here again in a heart beat.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026

Shoreline Motel
Excellent location friendly staff and within walking distance of CBD and restaurants.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Poraiti

Napier Airport
Napier Airport might not have many top sights, but Ahuriri Estuary and National Tobacco Company Building are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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.

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

Greenmeadows
While Greenmeadows isn't home to many top sights, Church Road Winery and Mission Estate Winery are some notable places to visit nearby.

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

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.


