Onekawa 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?
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.
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
Guided 2pm Afternoon Art Deco Walk from Napier Art Deco Trust
Guided 10am Morning Art Deco Walk From Napier Art Deco Trust
Small group - Napier City & Art Deco Tour, 2 hours
Shore Excursion: Napier and Surrounding Countryside Scenic Tour
Top hotels in Onekawa
Deco City Motor Lodge
Same as previous stays. Clean room. Spacious. Super easy and fast check in.
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Napier Nest Motel
Extremely welcoming, thankyou
Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025
Beach Front Motel Napier
Second floor room with a view of the ocean from the balcony. Outstanding value. Great room. Clean and well equipped.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Kennedy Park Resort
Everything was great
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Swiss-Belhotel Napier
We thought our room was very clean, and nicely presented. It was very comfortable to stay in over four nights. We’d certainly consider returning for another stay.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
The Nautilus Napier
Great position, clean and tidy room with a spa bath.
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Onekawa
Pirimai
Pirimai might not have many top sights, but Park Island Sports Complex and McLean Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Marewa
Marewa might not have many top sights, but McLean Park and National Aquarium of New Zealand are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Maraenui
While Maraenui isn't home to many top sights, McLean Park and National Aquarium of New Zealand are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
Tamatea
Tamatea might not have many top sights, but Park Island Sports Complex and Mission Estate Winery are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Napier South
If you're spending some time in Napier South, McLean Park and National Aquarium of New Zealand are top sights worth seeing.
