Whakatāne Town Travel Guide

Whakatane

Whakatāne Town
Whakatāne Town
Photo by Natalie Robinson
Photo by Natalie Robinson
Photo by April F.
Photo by April F.

Popular places to visit

Whakatane Hospital

If Whakatane Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Whakatane.

Whakatane Hospital

Wairere Falls

5/5(1 review)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Wairere Falls during your travels in Whakatane. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.

Wairere Falls

Mataatua: The House That Came Home

4/5(2 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Mataatua: The House That Came Home during your trip to Whakatane. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.

Mataatua: The House That Came Home

Whakatane Aquatic Centre

You can take time to visit Whakatane Aquatic Centre during your travels to Whakatane. Discover the volcano viewpoints while you're in the area.

Whakatane Aquatic Centre

Te Manuka Tutahi Marae

You can find out about the history of Whakatane when you stop by Te Manuka Tutahi Marae. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.

Te Manuka Tutahi Marae

Whakatane District Museum and Gallery

4.5/5(2 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Whakatane District Museum and Gallery in Whakatane. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.

Whakatane District Museum and Gallery

Top hotels in Whakatāne Town

The Com Plex Motel

The Com Plex Motel

3 out of 5
39 The Strand, Whakatane, Bay of Plenty
The price is ฿2,870 per night from 24 Jul to 25 Jul
฿2,870
฿3,301 total
24 Jul - 25 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in Whakatane. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (339 reviews)
"Great place to stay with nearby restaurants and shops"

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2025

The Com Plex Motel
Awa Motel

Awa Motel

4.5 out of 5
15 The Strand, Whakatane
The price is ฿2,478 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
฿2,478
฿2,849 total
21 Jul - 22 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star eco-certified motel in Whakatane. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (602 reviews)
"We loved our stay, quiet, comfortable and clean, such good value for our money."

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2025

Awa Motel
Tuscany Villas Boutique Motel

Tuscany Villas Boutique Motel

2.5 out of 5
57 The Strand, Whakatane, Bay of Plenty
The price is ฿2,841 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
฿2,841
฿3,268 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Whakatane. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private hot tubs. Popular attractions Wairere Falls and Whakatane River Walk are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (80 reviews)
"Close to town. Nice facilities."

Reviewed on 3 Jul 2025

Tuscany Villas Boutique Motel
Whakatane Holiday Park

Whakatane Holiday Park

2 out of 5
1 Mcgarvey Rd, Whakatane, Bay Of Plenty
The price is ฿1,719 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
฿1,719
฿1,977 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this holiday park in Whakatane. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Whakatane District Museum and Gallery and Pohaturoa ...
9/10 Wonderful! (212 reviews)
"The unit was very clean our vehicle was parked right out side. Bedding was of high standard and so was all the kitchen item Very quite everything worked."

Reviewed on 22 Jun 2025

Whakatane Holiday Park
One88 On Commerce

One88 On Commerce

4.5 out of 5
188 Commerce Street, Whakatane, Bay of Plenty
The price is ฿3,004 per night from 25 Jul to 26 Jul
฿3,004
฿3,455 total
25 Jul - 26 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star motel in Whakatane. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (545 reviews)
"Best personal service I have seen .. ensuring my stay was comfortable and everything was shown and explained. Full credit for customer service."

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

One88 On Commerce
Cortez Motel

Cortez Motel

2 out of 5
55 Landing Rd, Whakatane, Bay of Plenty
The price is ฿2,266 per night from 24 Jul to 25 Jul
฿2,266
฿2,606 total
24 Jul - 25 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Whakatane. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Whakatane Aquatic Centre and Whakatane War Memorial ...
6.8/10 (10 reviews)
"Good location, clean, friendly staff"

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

Cortez Motel
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Other neighbourhoods around Whakatāne Town

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Coastlands

While Coastlands may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Wairere Falls and Te Manuka Tutahi Marae.

Coastlands
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Poroporo

While Poroporo may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Wairere Falls and Mataatua: The House That Came Home.

Poroporo
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Maraetotara

While Maraetotara isn't home to many top sights, Maraetotara Reserve and Ohiwa Harbour are some notable places to visit nearby.

Maraetotara

Whakatāne Town Travel Guide