East Coast
Travel Guide





Visit East Coast
Where to stay in East Coast

Waiotahi
When in Waiotahi, you can plan a visit to Ohope Beach and Opotiki Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Gisborne Central
If you're spending some time in Gisborne Central, Eastwoodhill Arboretum and Gisborne Botanic Gardens are top sights worth seeing.

Whakatāne Town
While visiting Whakatāne Town, you might make a stop by sights like Whakatane Aquatic Centre and Whakatane War Memorial Hall.

Wainui
Wainui is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Wainui Beach and Okitu Beach while in the area.

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

Kaiti
While visiting Kaiti, you might make a stop by sights like Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House and Kaiti Hill.

Emerald Hotel
The rooms we were allocated were very spacious, well provisioned, clean and tidy. The only issues we had was having to fill the jug from the bathroom basin and all of the lifts were not working.
Reviewed on 10 Apr, 2026

The Com Plex Motel
Never had a room cleaned so well, such attention to detail, she was fantastic.
Reviewed on 13 Apr, 2026

Waikanae Beach Motel
Didn’t use kitchen and parking was a bit tricky
Reviewed on 10 Apr, 2026

Portside Hotel
Room was nice. Main reason I marked the rating down to good was the noise coming from the Port all night, it didn’t stop and the banging was very loud.
Reviewed on 31 Mar, 2026

Ohiwa Seascape Studios
Lovely room, fabulous location.
Reviewed on 2 Apr, 2026

Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping
Very courteous. The unit could do with kitchen sink as has other implements for light cooking
Reviewed on 15 Feb, 2026
Popular places to visit

Mahia Beach
Why not spend a care-free 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.
Eastwoodhill Arboretum
Enjoy an outing to Eastwoodhill Arboretum during your stay in Gisborne. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
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.
Gisborne Harbour
Explore the waterfront in Gisborne with a trip to Gisborne Harbour. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Whakatane Hospital
If Whakatane Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Whakatane.
Things to do

Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket

Auckland Sky Tower General Admission Ticket

Rotorua Tour from Auckland with Optional Extras

Afternoon Piha Beach and Rainforest Tour from Auckland

Hobbiton Movie set & Waitomo Caves Small Group Tour From Auckland





