Bay View Travel Guide
Napier
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Mission Estate Winery
Leave the city behind for a day to experience idyllic countryside surroundings and sip a range of magnificent wines.
Church Road Winery
Delve into the history of winemaking and indulge in some fine local food and an assortment of delicious reds at this Hawke’s Bay winery.
Bluff Hill Domain Lookout
As one of the best vantage points in Napier, this rocky viewpoint has commanding views of the turquoise waters of Hawke’s Bay and the Port of Napier.
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
Cape Winery Cycle Tour - 6 wineries, self-guided
Top hotels in Bay View
Napier Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park
Friendly and helpful staff
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Expressotel
Great room, great location! Reception open 12-6 so nowhere to leave your luggage for the day with 10 am checkout! Other than that a great stay!
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Beach Front Motel Napier
Loved the veach view. Nice clean rooms and good white linen.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Swiss-Belhotel Napier
Great shower, generous sized room
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Harbour View Motel on Ahuriri Beach in Napier NZ with sea view suites
This is a great spot, with the best beach/sea views from all the rooms. The very pleasant boardwalk runs right past the back lawn. Lots of maritime activity to watch, almost any time of day.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Scenic Hotel Te Pania
Lovely room and equally lovely view across the ocean, clean, quiet, staff very friendly and accommodating, room was comfortable - no complaints at all, and would stay here again in a heart beat.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Bay View
Napier Airport
Napier Airport might not have many top sights, but National Tobacco Company Building and Ahuriri Estuary are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Westshore
Beaches, spas and seafood restaurants highlight some of the notable features of Westshore. Make a stop by Westshore Beach while you're exploring.
Ahuriri
While visiting Ahuriri, you might make a stop by sights like National Tobacco Company Building and The Urban Winery.
Poraiti
If you're spending some time in Poraiti, Mission Estate Winery and Park Island Sports Complex are top sights worth seeing.
Pandora
Pandora might not have many top sights, but National Tobacco Company Building and Pandora Pond are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Bluff Hill
While visiting Bluff Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Napier Prison and Bluff Hill Domain Lookout.
