East Coast

Travel Guide

Even in winter, this is a beautiful spot. The road down to the beach is an amazing drive.
Even in winter, this is a beautiful spot. The road down to the beach is an amazing drive.
Camp spot on the beach in The east cape
Skate park with a view
Never ending #blue of the summer.

Where to stay in East Coast

Whakatane is a Maori word and the 'wh' is pronounced like an 'f'. The statute of Wairaka is at the mouth of the Whakatane River in the Bay of Plenty area on the North Island.

Whakatāne Town

If you're spending some time in Whakatāne Town, Te Papaka & Puketapu and Whakatane District Museum and Gallery are top sights worth seeing.

Whakatāne Town
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Waiotahi

While there might not be top attractions in Waiotahi, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Ohope Beach and Opotiki Beach.

Waiotahi
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Maraetotara

If you're spending some time in Maraetotara, Bay of Plenty and Otarawairere Bay are top sights worth seeing.

Maraetotara
Want to be one of the first to see the sunrise in the world? 

Camping on the east coast in Gisborne; highlight of our trip.

Gisborne Central

If you're spending some time in Gisborne Central, Eastwoodhill Arboretum and Toihoukura School of Contemporary Art are top sights worth seeing.

Gisborne Central
Wainui Beach with great view of nearby mountain ridges in Gisborne, Hawkes Bay, New Zealand, Shutterstock ID 1311858068, Purchase Order: SP-1822 ANZ-18120 Wotif Search Engine - Destination Imagery, Or

Wainui

Wainui is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Wainui Beach and Okitu Beach while you're in town.

Wainui
The view from the top of Kaiti Hill just last the lookout. Beautiful.

Kaiti

If you're spending some time in Kaiti, Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House and Gisborne Wine Centre are top sights worth seeing.

Kaiti
Emerald Hotel

Emerald Hotel

4.5 out of 5
13 Gladstone Road,Gisborne 4040 Gisborne
The price is NT$2,868 per night from Feb 4 to Feb 5
NT$2,868
NT$3,298 total
Feb 4 - Feb 5
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Gisborne. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (806 reviews)
The room was clean and spacious.

Reviewed on 2026/1/18

Emerald Hotel
Portside Hotel

Portside Hotel

4 out of 5
2 Reads Quay Gisborne
The price is NT$3,401 per night from Feb 1 to Feb 2
NT$3,401
NT$3,912 total
Feb 1 - Feb 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Gisborne. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9/10 Wonderful! (431 reviews)
Neat and tidy

Reviewed on 2026/1/9

Portside Hotel
The Com Plex Motel

The Com Plex Motel

3 out of 5
39 The Strand Whakatane Bay of Plenty
The price is NT$2,670 per night from Jan 26 to Jan 27
NT$2,670
NT$3,070 total
Jan 26 - Jan 27
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Whakatane. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (400 reviews)
The room was modern and clean. The staff were lovely and very helpful with all our odd requests. The unit had everything we needed and more. The location was great because it was so close to Whakatane city center and close to the road going to Ohope when we wanted to go to the beach.

Reviewed on 2026/1/14

The Com Plex Motel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Portside Hotel

Portside Hotel

4 out of 5
2 Reads Quay Gisborne
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Gisborne. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9/10 Wonderful! (431 reviews)
Neat and tidy

Reviewed on 2026/1/9

Portside Hotel
Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping

Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping

2 out of 5
516 Whangara Rd Makorori
Stay at this campground in Makorori. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a sauna. Popular attractions Makorori Beach and Makorori Headland Trailhead are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (19 reviews)
Quiet little retreat
Lovely quiet little retreat. Awesome customer service. Nothing was a problem

Reviewed on 2025/4/26

Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping
Beachpoint Apartments

Beachpoint Apartments

4.5 out of 5
5 West End Rd Ohope
Book a stay at this luxury apartment in Ohope. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Otarawairere Bay and Maraetotara Reserve ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (65 reviews)
Easy

Reviewed on 2026/1/13

Beachpoint Apartments
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Cities near East Coast