East Coast Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit East Coast
Where to stay in East Coast
Waiotahi
When in Waiotahi, you can plan a visit to Ohope Beach and Opotiki Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Maraetotara
If you're spending some time in Maraetotara, Bay of Plenty and Otarawairere Bay are top sights worth seeing.
Whakatāne Town
While visiting Whakatāne Town, you might make a stop by sights like Whakatane War Memorial Hall and Te Papaka & Puketapu.
Gisborne Central
If you're spending some time in Gisborne Central, Eastwoodhill Arboretum and Gisborne Botanic Gardens are top sights worth seeing.
Kaiti
While visiting Kaiti, you might make a stop by sights like Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House and Gisborne Harbour.
Wainui
Wainui is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Wainui Beach and Okitu Beach while in the area.
Emerald Hotel
Was told had room on riverside. But was put on main road with trucks going all night. Asked for shower in unit and we got a spa bath was hard to climb into bath as hips problems. One staff member sent not a nice text when I had gone out of town for day demanding I pay by 2pm for the last night.
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Waikanae Beach Motel
Clean room with comfortable bed in nice quiet area in excellent location. Would not hesitate to stay here again
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Whakatane Holiday Park
Very nice clean room , friendly staff
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Portside Hotel
Foyer and shared area was immaculate, room itself had a few areas that need tidying up in the bathroom (shower door/tap sealing messy, vent was very dusty). Parking all good. Pool was great but lights went off automatically at 830 (clerk said pool shut at 9, couldn't turn them back on, ...
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Ohiwa Seascape Studios
Great location with a walk on the beach just across the road. The shower is standing in the hot tub, a new configuration for us. Unfortunately, low water levels made the hot tub not recommended. The French Press needs attention, but otherwise appreciated given the remote location! 😀
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping
Very courteous. The unit could do with kitchen sink as has other implements for light cooking
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Popular places to visit
Mahia Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Mahia Beach during your travels in Mahia?
Ohope Beach
Explore the great outdoors at Ohope Beach, a lovely green space in Ohope. Wander the waterfront and beaches in the area.
Whakatane Hospital
If Whakatane Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Whakatane.
Morere Hot Springs
You can take time to visit Morere Hot Springs during your travels to Morere. Wander the parks and beaches while you're in the area.
Eastwoodhill Arboretum
Enjoy an outing to Eastwoodhill Arboretum during your stay in Gisborne. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
East Cape Lighthouse
You can learn about the history of East Cape with a stop at East Cape Lighthouse. Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area.
Things to do
Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket
Rotorua Tour from Auckland with Optional Extras
Auckland Sky Tower General Admission Ticket
Auckland to Volcanoes: North Island Self-Guided Adventure
