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.
Mission Estate Winery
Leave the city behind for a day to experience idyllic countryside surroundings and sip a range of magnificent wines.
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 Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Napier Beach during your travels in Awatoto?
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
National Aquarium of New Zealand in Napier General Admission
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 Bay View
Napier Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park
Very easy, efficient check in, spotlessly clean cabin, great location. Wonderful
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Beach Front Motel Napier
We had 2nd floor beach view 3 day stay . Stay was pleasant room was old and needs work but we made best of the spa and view. We found Food options limited in Napier most restaurants on the Saturday night close around 8.30pm it’s no gastronomy town. Make a visit to New World and buy some snack options ...
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Expressotel
Great location in Napier centre. Friendly informative check in. Older type property but have done a good job modernising it. We had open plan balcony studio with a huge bed, lots of space and a nice little balcony to sit on. Fridge and microwave in kitchen, the room is also serviced. Enjoyed our ...
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Swiss-Belhotel Napier
VERY nice hotel. Friendly staff, excellent room. Breakfast was superb. Lots of great dining spots within 5-10 minute walk. Highly recommended
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Harbour View Motel on Ahuriri Beach in Napier NZ with sea view suites
Great property for sea views. Unit was spacious and clean. The accommodation is a little on the tired side. In particular, the bathroom was in real need of a total refit. Probably about 30 years since the last one. The large spa bath in the corner is so outdated - not least for its ecological unfriendliness. ...
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Scenic Hotel Te Pania
Adequate room with all the amenities we needed. Nice to sit in there Ross side bar & have a drink outside across from the ocean.
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Bay View
Napier Airport
Napier Airport might not have many top sights, but Ahuriri Estuary and Pandora Pond 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 Pandora Pond and Ahuriri Estuary are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Bluff Hill
While visiting Bluff Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Bluff Hill Domain Lookout and Ocean Spa.
