Whakatane

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Whakatane
Whakatane
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Where to stay in Whakatane

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Maraetotara

Maraetotara might not have many top sights, but Maraetotara Reserve and Ohiwa Harbour are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Maraetotara
The women of the Mataatua Canoe, left to themselves when the men went ashore for the first time, found a waka

Coastlands

Though Coastlands might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mataatua: The House That Came Home and Te Manuka Tutahi Marae.

Coastlands
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Poroporo

While there might not be top attractions in Poroporo, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Whakatane War Memorial Hall and Te Manuka Tutahi Marae.

Poroporo
The Com Plex Motel
The Com Plex Motel
3 out of 5
39 The Strand, Whakatane, Bay of Plenty
Stay at this 3-star 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! (333 reviews)
"Really nice comfortable room, no one below you or either side of you so pleasantly quiet, great location and friendly staff."

Reviewed on 2025/6/18

The Com Plex Motel
Tuscany Villas Boutique Motel
Tuscany Villas Boutique Motel
2.5 out of 5
57 The Strand, Whakatane, Bay of Plenty
Stay at this motel in Whakatane. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private hot tubs. Popular attractions Wairere Falls and Whakatane River Walk are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (75 reviews)
"all the above"

Reviewed on 2025/6/18

Tuscany Villas Boutique Motel
Awa Motel
Awa Motel
4.5 out of 5
15 The Strand, Whakatane
Stay at this 4.5-star eco-certified motel in Whakatane. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (597 reviews)
"Everything was clean with quality products. A great stay"

Reviewed on 2025/6/3

Awa 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.
Ohiwa Seascape Studios
Ohiwa Seascape Studios
3 out of 5
213 Ohiwa Beach Road, Opotiki, Bay of Plenty
Stay at this 3-star beach apartment in Opotiki. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Ohope Beach and Ohope International Golf Club ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (79 reviews)
"Stephan was very welcoming and kind. Fantastic studio. Great location for nature lovers. Amazing view of a gorgeous sunrise."

Reviewed on 2025/3/21

Ohiwa Seascape Studios
Beachpoint Apartments
Beachpoint Apartments
4.5 out of 5
5 West End Rd, Ohope
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury apartment in Ohope. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Otarawairere Bay and Maraetotara Reserve ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (58 reviews)
"Beach was right across the road- beautiful view - safe parking for car - helpful receptionist- anything you could have needed was in the unit even things you didn’t think you needed!"

Reviewed on 2025/6/4

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.

Reviews of Whakatane

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Wonderful town! Wish we had more time to stay there longer.