Ahuriri Travel Guide
Napier





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Popular places to visit

National Tobacco Company Building
Admire this stunning pastel-coloured building, which combines art deco architecture with lavish art nouveau details.

Marine Parade
After visiting Marine Parade, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Napier. Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Mission Estate Winery
Leave the city behind for a day to experience idyllic countryside surroundings and sip a range of magnificent wines.

Napier Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Napier Beach during your travels in Awatoto?

National Aquarium of New Zealand
The tanks at this modern aquarium play host to all kinds of underwater life, from cute sea creatures to fearsome marine predators.

Napier Prison
Enter spooky cells and hear terrifying tales about some of the nation’s most notorious criminals in one of the oldest prisons in New Zealand.
Things to do

Deco Napier, Te Mata Peak, Garden Walk and Wine Tasting Tour

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 Ahuriri

Harbour View Motel on Ahuriri Beach in Napier NZ with sea view suites
Excellent value! Beautiful location!
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026

Bluewater Hotel
Available and convenient to rooms.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026

Anchorage Motor Lodge
Convenient location with lovely views & ample parking. Room spacious, comfortably furnished & well equipped. Helpful, friendly staff. Thanks for a great stay.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026

Navigate Seaside Hotel
Fantastic underrated accomodation with friendly staff, super clean and excellent secure parking
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026

The Crown Hotel Napier
The Crown Hotel is in an excellent location in Ahuriru, Napier walking distance to all the great eateries for both breakfast, lunch and dinner. The hotel is always clean and staff are friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026

East Pier Hotel
Fantastic hotel with a great view to the Ocean. Highly recommend, so much so that we have booked this room again!
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026


