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

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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
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
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
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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
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 Harbour are top sights worth seeing.

Kaiti
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 Te Tauihu Turanga Whakamana are top sights worth seeing.

Gisborne Central
Emerald Hotel

Emerald Hotel

4.5 out of 5
13 Gladstone Road,Gisborne 4040 Gisborne
The price is NT$2,828 per night from Jan 28 to Jan 29
NT$2,828
NT$3,252 total
Jan 28 - Jan 29
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! (798 reviews)
First room was not cleaned properly. The second room was a lot better and ideal for me and me whānau. The receptionist was a great help!

Reviewed on 2026/1/7

Emerald Hotel
Waikanae Beach Motel

Waikanae Beach Motel

3 out of 5
19 Salisbury Road Gisborne
The price is NT$2,771 per night from Jan 27 to Jan 28
NT$2,771
NT$3,186 total
Jan 27 - Jan 28
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Gisborne. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Sunshine Brewing Company and Gisborne i-SITE Mini Golf are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (360 reviews)
Staff is helpful

Reviewed on 2026/1/7

Waikanae Beach Motel
The Com Plex Motel

The Com Plex Motel

3 out of 5
39 The Strand Whakatane Bay of Plenty
The price is NT$2,632 per night from Jan 19 to Jan 20
NT$2,632
NT$3,027 total
Jan 19 - Jan 20
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! (398 reviews)
Great room, clean and quiet

Reviewed on 2026/1/12

The Com Plex Motel
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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
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! (64 reviews)
This is a beautiful property, very clean, quite and with beautiful sea view. Very friendly staff, very friendly and helpful.

Reviewed on 2025/9/14

Beachpoint Apartments
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
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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.

Popular places to visit

Great beaches in this area all sand, and a of choices for swimming as its a peninsula, the odd space rocket gets fired off too :-)

Mahia Beach

5/5(2 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Mahia Beach during your travels in Mahia?

Mahia Beach
East Cape Lighthouse. The most easterly point

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.

East Cape Lighthouse

Ohope Beach

5/5(5 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Ohope Beach, a lovely green space in Ohope. Wander the waterfront and beaches in the area.

Ohope Beach

Whakatane Hospital

Though Whakatane Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Whakatane while you are here.

Whakatane Hospital

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.

Gisborne Hospital

Te Puia Springs

Learn about the local history of Te Puia when you take a trip to Te Puia Springs. Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area.

Te Puia Springs