Judea Travel Guide
Tauranga
Things to do

Boutique tour , Mt Maunganui, NZ farm, Rotorua lakes/geothermal

Tauranga: Daytime Scenic Lake McLaren Kayak Tour

Geothermal Mineral Bathing Hot Pool Experience

Tauranga: Wai-o-Tapu with Redwood Forest Walk or Forest Spa

TAURANGA SHORE EXCURSION: Epic 25 min V8 Trike Tour (Tauranga)

Rotorua via Kiwi/lakes country & a visit to iconic Whakarewarewa
Top hotels in Judea

Summit Motor Lodge
"Attention to detail with cleanliness. Helpful staff on check in or anything that we needed."
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2026

Hugo & Carter's Backpackers & Motel
"Very clean. Nice staff. Needs air con, only had a fan. They also have a no alcohol policy that is not advertised anywhere."
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

Hotel on Devonport
"Really enjoyed our stay. Easy to get to in a great location."
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2026

Trinity Wharf Tauranga
"Its just ok. the place feels dated and needs a spruce up."
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2026

6 on Adams
"Very overpriced. Could do with air con unit, very sticky and wet feeling. Better curtains wouldn’t hurt aswell. Carpark is very tight and narrow. But it was nice and spacious, a home away from home. Good location and did the job for the night we needed."
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2026

Tasman Holiday Parks - Papamoa Beach
Where to stay in Judea

Mount Maunganui
Mount Maunganui is popular for its beaches, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Pilot Bay Beach or Maunganui Beach.

Papamoa Beach
Unique features of Papamoa Beach include the beaches and shopping. Make a stop by Papamoa Beach or Bay of Plenty while you're exploring the area.

Papamoa
While Papamoa may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Gordon Spratt Reserve and Papamoa Beach.

Omanu
While Omanu may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Blake Park and Mount Maunganui Golf Club.

Bethlehem
If you're spending some time in Bethlehem, Fernland Spa and Waimarino Adventure Park are top sights worth seeing.











