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 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 Poraiti
Beach Front Motel Napier
Check in at adjoining hotel, free easy parking. Obstructed view of beach as across road and large plant out front. Slight issue with loose loo seat but was sorted quickly. So no problems. Spa bath in room with additional shower in separate room. Nice kitchenette with good facilities. Very close to ...
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Kennedy Park Resort
Great facility’s and awesome space for children
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Swiss-Belhotel Napier
The hot breakfast was prepared for each individual. It was excellent- always hot and very tasty. Other self serve items were always available which was great.
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Shoreline Motel
Older unit but comfortable spacious well equiped with great view
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Quest Napier Serviced Apartment
Clean room. Very good location.
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Scenic Hotel Te Pania
Great situation with close vicinity to beach front/marine parade, shopping, eateries and markets. Staff were friendly. Hotel was clean and reasonably modern. Easy parking. No luggage assistance or luggage trolley offered. Restaurant offered mostly well chosen healthy option menu. We had a 4 night ...
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Poraiti
Napier Airport
Napier Airport might not have many top sights, but National Tobacco Company Building and Ahuriri Estuary 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 National Tobacco Company Building and Pandora Pond are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Pirimai
Pirimai might not have many top sights, but McLean Park and Church Road Winery are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
