Pandora
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.
Napier Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Napier Beach during your travels in Awatoto?
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 Prison
Enter spooky cells and hear terrifying tales about some of the nation’s most notorious criminals in one of the oldest prisons in New Zealand.
Things to do
Cape Winery Cycle Tour - 6 wineries, self-guided
Guided 10am Morning Art Deco Walk From Napier Art Deco Trust
Small group - Napier City & Art Deco Tour, 2 hours
Guided 2pm Afternoon Art Deco Walk from Napier Art Deco Trust
Top hotels in Pandora
Beach Front Motel Napier
The service was great, the waterfront view was beautiful, the room was clean, and all the amenities worked well.
Reviewed on 27 Oct, 2025
Kennedy Park Resort
Highly recommend
Reviewed on 27 Oct, 2025
Swiss-Belhotel Napier
The stay was lovely, the room was spacious however the extractor fan in the bathroom ran 24hrs. Parking was easy and the property was a walkable distance to the main part of town.
Reviewed on 27 Oct, 2025
The Nautilus Napier
2nd floor. Lovely balcony overlooking Marine Parade and the ocean. Good parking. Friendly staff. A little dated but comfortable
Reviewed on 24 Oct, 2025
Shoreline Motel
Excellent
Reviewed on 16 Oct, 2025
Art Deco Masonic Hotel
Rooms are very well decorated however they are quite small. Very comfortable and the courtyard is a great spot to just chill looking out to sea. Adjacent pubs and restaurants were good value particularly the K Kitchen bar and restaurant was excellent.
Reviewed on 26 Oct, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Pandora
Westshore
Beaches, spas and seafood restaurants highlight some of the notable features of Westshore. Make a stop by Westshore Beach while you're exploring.
Hospital Hill
While there might not be top attractions in Hospital Hill, you can explore the larger area and discover places like National Tobacco Company Building and War Memorial Conference Center.
Ahuriri
While visiting Ahuriri, you might make a stop by sights like National Tobacco Company Building and The Urban Winery.
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 Park Island Sports Complex.
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.
Napier South
If you're spending some time in Napier South, McLean Park and National Aquarium of New Zealand are top sights worth seeing.
