Tapeka
Travel Guide
Visit Tapeka
Kingsgate Hotel Autolodge Paihia
Comfortable bed
Reviewed on 26 Dec, 2025
Copthorne Hotel and Resort Bay of Islands
Just a beautiful location
Reviewed on 4 Jan, 2026
Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands
We had a great stay. From the staff to the food and cleanliness of our room. It was great. Would definitely stay again.
Reviewed on 30 Dec, 2025
Kerikeri Park Lodge
Very clean room and friendly staff.
Reviewed on 9 Dec, 2025
Sea Spray Suites
Rooms were good size and clean.
Reviewed on 2 Jan, 2026
Edgewater Palms Apartments
Fantastic apartment with stunning views of the beach and bay, pa4king was underground, secure and fine, apartment had a balcony and windows over looking the beach, separate bedroom and adequate dining area, great to wake to those views
Reviewed on 6 Dec, 2025
Popular places to visit
Russell Beach
Wander along the jetty for wonderful views of Kororareka Bay, get out on the water in a boat and enjoy alfresco dining along the beachfront.
Flagstaff Hill
On this important hill, learn about New Zealand’s early Māori and colonial history, look for iconic birds and take in the stunning views of the Bay of Islands.
Russell Christ Church
This charming and peaceful 19th-century church is a prominent historical landmark, while the surrounding cemetery is a good spot for a stroll.
Russell Museum
Learn about Russell’s Māori heritage and the history of European settlers through this vast collection of photographs, documents and other objects.
Tapeka Point Historic Reserve
Explore the great outdoors at Tapeka Point Historic Reserve, a lovely green space in Tapeka. Visit the area's spas or amble around its beautiful beaches.
Lookout
You can find out about the history of Russell with a visit to Lookout. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the spas in the area.
Things to do
From Paihia: Hole in the Rock Cruise & Island Tour: 3 Hour
Bay of Islands Cruise & Island Tour - Snorkel, Hike,Swim,Wildlife
Glow Worm Caves Express Tour in Bay of Islands
Bay of Islands: Awesome Day Sailing Tour with Island Stop
Hole in the Rock Tour & Bay of Islands Cruise
