Raureka Travel Guide
Hastings
Popular places to visit
Te Mata Peak
You can find out about the history of Hastings with a visit to Te Mata Peak. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
Frimley Park
Explore the great outdoors at Frimley Park, a lovely green space in Hastings. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Cornwall Park
Explore the great outdoors at Cornwall Park, a lovely green space in Hastings. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Hawke's Bay Racecourse
Catch an event at Hawke's Bay Racecourse during your trip to Hastings. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Splash Planet
Enjoy the thrill rides with your children at Splash Planet as part of your trip to Hastings. Visit the area's spas or amble around its beautiful beaches.
Hawke’s Bay Fallen Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital
If Hawke’s Bay Fallen Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Hastings.
Things to do
Shore Excursion: Napier and Surrounding Countryside Scenic Tour
Small group - Napier Art Deco Tour, 2h- 2.5 hours
Guided 2pm Afternoon Art Deco Walk from Napier Art Deco Trust
Small group - Beer, Wine, Cider and Gin Tour - 5.0 - 5.5 hours
Top hotels in Raureka
Beach Front Motel Napier
Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025
Kennedy Park Resort
Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025
Swiss-Belhotel Napier
Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025
Shoreline Motel
Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025
Harbour View Motel on Ahuriri Beach in Napier NZ with sea view suites
Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025
Scenic Hotel Te Pania
Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Raureka
Saint Leonards
While there might not be top attractions in Saint Leonards, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Hawke's Bay Racecourse and Frimley Park.
Camberley
When in Camberley, you can plan a visit to Frimley Park and Hawke's Bay Racecourse, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Akina
While Akina isn't home to many top sights, Hawke's Bay Racecourse and Hawke's Bay Opera House are some notable places to visit nearby.
Parkvale
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Parkvale and surrounding area, you can visit Splash Planet and Hawke's Bay Opera House.
Frimley
If you're spending some time in Frimley, Frimley Park and Hawke's Bay Regional Sports Park are top sights worth seeing.
Longlands
Though Longlands may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Hawke's Bay Racecourse and Te Mata Peak.