East Coast
Travel Guide
Visit East Coast
Where to stay in East Coast
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.
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.
Maraetotara
If you're spending some time in Maraetotara, Bay of Plenty and Otarawairere Bay are top sights worth seeing.
Gisborne Central
If you're spending some time in Gisborne Central, Eastwoodhill Arboretum and Toihoukura School of Contemporary Art are top sights worth seeing.
Wainui
Wainui is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Wainui Beach and Okitu Beach while you're in town.
Kaiti
If you're spending some time in Kaiti, Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House and Gisborne Wine Centre are top sights worth seeing.
Emerald Hotel
The room was clean and spacious.
Reviewed on 2026/1/18
Portside Hotel
Neat and tidy
Reviewed on 2026/1/9
The Com Plex Motel
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
Portside Hotel
Neat and tidy
Reviewed on 2026/1/9
Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping
Lovely quiet little retreat. Awesome customer service. Nothing was a problem
Reviewed on 2025/4/26
Beachpoint Apartments
Easy
Reviewed on 2026/1/13
Popular places to visit
Mahia Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Mahia Beach during your travels in Mahia?
Ohope Beach
Explore the great outdoors at Ohope Beach, a lovely green space in Ohope. Wander the waterfront and beaches in the area.
Morere Hot Springs
You can take time to visit Morere Hot Springs during your travels to Morere. Wander the parks and beaches while you're in the area.
East Cape Lighthouse
You can learn about the history of East Cape when you stop by East Cape Lighthouse. Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area.
Gisborne Hospital
Though Gisborne Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Gisborne while you are here.
Maraetotara Reserve
Explore the great outdoors at Maraetotara Reserve, a lovely green space in Ohope. Wander the waterfront and beaches in the area.
