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.
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.
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.
Hawke's Bay Racecourse
You can take time to visit Hawke's Bay Racecourse during your travels 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
Guided 10am Morning Art Deco Walk From Napier Art Deco Trust
Guided 2pm Afternoon Art Deco Walk from Napier Art Deco Trust
Small group - Napier City & Art Deco Tour, 2 hours
Top hotels in Raureka
Beach Front Motel Napier
Very comfortable room, close to Napier CBD and right on the beautiful Marine Parade. The kitchenette was helpful, and the on-site laundry was convenient. Reasonably priced, and the staff were great. We will be back.
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Kennedy Park Resort
The amenities were amazing special for kids, the facilities were all very clean and the staff were very attentive and would go out of their way with any request. Highly recommend and will be staying again in the future
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Shoreline Motel
Friendly check-in, clean and spacious room. Eveything we needed in the kitchette. Lovely view from balcony over the park and ocean opposite.
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Harbour View Motel on Ahuriri Beach in Napier NZ with sea view suites
Absolute seafront, views out across the sea and harbour were uninterrupted, even saw two cruise liners arrive and depart the port which was just up the road. Very easy access to local restaurants etc. Only negative, no air-conditioning in rooms.
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
The Nautilus Napier
yes very spotless stuff was very kind
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Expressotel
Clean, comfortable bed
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
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 Cornwall Park and Hawke's Bay Opera House.
Camberley
When in Camberley, you can plan a visit to Frimley Park and Cornwall Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Akina
While Akina isn't home to many top sights, Hawke's Bay Opera House and Hastings City Art Gallery are some notable places to visit nearby.
Mahora
Though Mahora may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Cornwall Park and Frimley Park.
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 Hawke's Bay Opera House.
