Maraenui
Napier
Popular places to visit
Marine Parade
After visiting Marine Parade, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Napier. Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Mission Estate Winery
Leave the city behind for a day to experience idyllic countryside surroundings and sip a range of magnificent wines.
National Aquarium of New Zealand
The tanks at this modern aquarium play host to all kinds of underwater life, from cute sea creatures to fearsome marine predators.
Church Road Winery
Delve into the history of winemaking and indulge in some fine local food and an assortment of delicious reds at this Hawke’s Bay winery.
Napier Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Napier Beach during your travels in Awatoto?
Bluff Hill Domain Lookout
As one of the best vantage points in Napier, this rocky viewpoint has commanding views of the turquoise waters of Hawke’s Bay and the Port of Napier.
Things to do
Guided 10am Morning Art Deco Walk From Napier Art Deco Trust
Cape Winery Cycle Tour - 6 wineries, self-guided
Napier: Afternoon Wine Tasting + visit Silky Oaks Chocolates
Small group - Napier City & Art Deco Tour, 2 hours
Top hotels in Maraenui
Beach Front Motel Napier
Very good room, friendly staff 👍
Reviewed on 28 Feb, 2026
Shoreline Motel
Yes everything was extremely nice, the room was amazing and staff were very polite
Reviewed on 1 Mar, 2026
Harbour View Motel on Ahuriri Beach in Napier NZ with sea view suites
Great view from are balcony but very dated room and no safe or air conditioning. Avoid being on ground floor
Reviewed on 28 Feb, 2026
Kennedy Park Resort
Sweet as
Reviewed on 28 Feb, 2026
Expressotel
Clean, very comfortable and homey. The staff were very communicative and helpful. Properly run business, with a clear understanding of hospitality.
Reviewed on 1 Mar, 2026
Swiss-Belhotel Napier
Lovely room
Reviewed on 26 Feb, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Maraenui
Te Awa
Though Te Awa may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like McLean Park and National Aquarium of New Zealand.
Marewa
Marewa might not have many top sights, but McLean Park and National Aquarium of New Zealand are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Onekawa
While Onekawa may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like McLean Park and National Aquarium of New Zealand.
Napier South
If you're spending some time in Napier South, McLean Park and National Aquarium of New Zealand are top sights worth seeing.
Pirimai
Pirimai might not have many top sights, but McLean Park and Church Road Winery are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Hospital Hill
While there might not be top attractions in Hospital Hill, you can explore the larger area and discover places like War Memorial Conference Center and McLean Park.
