Papamoa Travel Guide
Tauranga
Popular places to visit
Papamoa Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Papamoa Beach during your trip to Papamoa Beach? Amble around the area's beaches or visit its shops.
blokart Recreation Park
You can take time to visit blokart Recreation Park during your travels to Tauranga. Visit the spas and lively bars in this walkable area.
Looking Glass Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Looking Glass Garden, a lovely green space in Tauranga. Visit the spas and lively bars in this walkable area.
Mount Maunganui
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Maunganui during your travels in Tauranga. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its charming cafes.
Tauranga Domain
Catch an event at Tauranga Domain during your trip to Tauranga. Visit the shops and charming cafes in this family-friendly area.
Mercury Baypark
Catch an event at Mercury Baypark during your trip to Tauranga. Visit the spas and charming cafes in this walkable area.
Things to do
Tauranga Harbour Scenic One Hour Historical Boat Cruise
Tauranga: Mount Maunganui Hot Pools Experience
Tauranga Shore Excursion: History & Kiwifruit Tasting – 4 Hours
Boutique tour , Mt Maunganui, NZ farm, Rotorua lakes/geothermal
Top hotels in Papamoa
Hotel on Devonport
Yes room wsd hood size and very clean
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Hotel Armitage and Conference Centre
Breakfast was great and room was spacious
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Trinity Wharf Tauranga
Great amenities and location. We are in the restaurant a few times, used the pool and gym too. Good location for sporting events at the Domain.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Tasman Holiday Parks - Papamoa Beach
Amazing holiday park ,staff were all friendly, had a classic kiwi feeling to the park. Heaps of activities for the kids, highly recommend!
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
City Suites Tauranga
Overall not bad for the price.
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
18th Avenue Thermal Motel
Spotless room, excellent service, loved the outdoor area for the kids. Would absolutely recommend this motel to anyone!
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Papamoa
Papamoa Beach
Unique features of Papamoa Beach include the beaches and shopping. Make a stop by Papamoa Beach or Bay of Plenty while you're exploring the area.
Kairua
While Kairua isn't home to many top sights, Papamoa Beach and Mercury Baypark are some notable places to visit nearby.
Welcome Bay
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Welcome Bay and surrounding area, you can visit Memorial Park and Tauranga Golf Club.
Matapihi
The beaches and cosy cafes are top of the list for many visitors to Matapihi. A stop by Waipu Bay or Rangataua Bay might round out your trip.
Maungatapu
Maungatapu might not have many top sights, but Memorial Park and Tenpin Tauranga are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Omanu
While Omanu may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Blake Park and Mount Maunganui Golf Club.
