5/5 - Excellent
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Wonderful town! Wish we had more time to stay there longer.
Visit Whakatane
Where to stay in Whakatane
Maraetotara
If you're spending some time in Maraetotara, Bay of Plenty and Otarawairere Bay are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Coastlands
Though Coastlands might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Wairere Falls and Mataatua: The House That Came Home.
Poroporo
While there might not be top attractions in Poroporo, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Wairere Falls and Mataatua: The House That Came Home.
The Com Plex Motel
39 The Strand Whakatane Bay of Plenty
The price is SAR 296 per night from Jan 14 to Jan 15
SAR 296
SAR 343 total
14 Jan - 15 January 2026
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! (384 reviews)
Very tidy and clean room
Reviewed on 13 December 2025
Tuscany Villas Boutique Motel
57 The Strand Whakatane Bay of Plenty
The price is SAR 284 per night from Jan 4 to Jan 5
SAR 284
SAR 328 total
4 Jan - 5 January 2026
includes taxes & fees
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! (91 reviews)
Charming property with amazing staff; felt like visiting family. Great location, easy walk to restaurants, shops and the Intercity bus stop. Highly recommend a stay at Tuscany Villas!
Reviewed on 12 December 2025
Whakatane Holiday Park
1 Mcgarvey Rd Whakatane Bay Of Plenty
The price is SAR 196 per night from Jan 12 to Jan 13
SAR 196
SAR 225 total
12 Jan - 13 January 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this holiday park in Whakatane. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Whakatane District Museum and Gallery and Pohaturoa ...
9/10 Wonderful! (223 reviews)
Comfortable
Reviewed on 6 December 2025
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.
right in the town centre
Whakatane Whakatane
Stay at this vacation home in Whakatane. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Whakatane River Walk and Wairere Falls are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (37 reviews)
Ideal location close to everything you need. Equiped with all the necessary. Beds were super comfortable and bonus that there was a washer and drier. Only downside was the lawns were quite long, the rubbish bin was full and the shower head may need replacing as the water was just dribbling out. Other ...
Reviewed on 26 October 2025
An executive style home nestled in a quiet cul de sac .
Whakatane Bay Of Plenty
Stay at this vacation home in Whakatane. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Whakatane Aquatic Centre and Whakatane War Memorial ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (28 reviews)
Wonderful stay
Wonderful large home, perfect for our two nights there, especially with little ones. Melanie was attentive and forthcoming, I would not hesitate to come back. Thanks again!
Reviewed on 27 April 2025
Cosy and comfortable studio for two, a breakaway worth exploring.
Whakatane Bay of Plenty
Stay at this apartment in Whakatane. Enjoy patios and air conditioning. Popular attractions Whakatane Aquatic Centre and Whakatane War Memorial Hall are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
It was quiet, comfortable & homey. Sadly though, it took a long time for the hot water to heat up, which made it difficult to deal with in the middle of winter. Also wasted a lot of water.
Reviewed on 27 June 2025
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
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.
Mataatua: The House That Came Home
5/5(2 reviews)
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Mataatua: The House That Came Home in Whakatane. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.
Wairere Falls
5/5(2 reviews)
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Wairere Falls during your travels in Whakatane. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.
Te Papaka & Puketapu
5/5(1 review)
Find out about the history of Whakatane with a stop at Te Papaka & Puketapu. Discover the volcano viewpoints while you're in the area.
Whakatane River Walk
You can take time to visit Whakatane River Walk during your travels to Whakatane. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.
Whakatane War Memorial Hall
You can learn about the history of Whakatane with a visit to Whakatane War Memorial Hall. Discover the volcano viewpoints while you're in the area.
Reviews of Whakatane
4.8
Top Destination
- Whakatane Hospital
- Mataatua: The House That Came Home
- Wairere Falls
- Te Papaka & Puketapu
- Whakatane River Walk
- Whakatane War Memorial Hall
- Whakatane District Museum and Gallery
- Muriwai’s Cave
- Te Manuka Tutahi Marae
- Whakatane Aquatic Centre
- Whakatane Golf Club
- Pohaturoa
- Ohope Beach
- Bay of Plenty
- Awakeri Hot Springs
- Ohiwa Harbour
- Lake Rotoma
- Te Urewera National Park
- Opotiki Beach
- Ohope International Golf Club
- Maraetotara Reserve
- Otarawairere Bay
- Opotiki District Museum
- Shalfoon & Francis Museum
- Statue of Wairaka
- Hiona St Stephen’s Church
- Opotiki Heritage & Agriculture Museum
