Whakatane

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Whakatane
Whakatane
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Where to stay in Whakatane

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Maraetotara

While Maraetotara isn't home to many top sights, Maraetotara Reserve and Ohiwa Harbour are some notable places to visit nearby.

Maraetotara
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Coastlands

While Coastlands may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Wairere Falls and Mataatua: The House That Came Home.

Coastlands
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Poroporo

While Poroporo may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Wairere Falls and Te Manuka Tutahi Marae.

Poroporo
The Com Plex Motel
The Com Plex Motel
3 out of 5
39 The Strand, Whakatane, Bay of Plenty
The price is S$118 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
S$118
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star 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! (336 reviews)
"Great stay. Room was a good size and very clean. Very handy location to town. Would highly recommend."

Reviewed on 28 Jun, 2025

The Com Plex Motel
Awa Motel
Awa Motel
4.5 out of 5
15 The Strand, Whakatane
The price is S$102 per night from 11 Jul to 12 Jul
S$102
11 Jul - 12 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star eco-certified motel in Whakatane. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (601 reviews)
lovely welcome
"Fantastic they closed earlier than the advertised time but sent us a text to let us know, and to say where the lockbox was ,but when we got there they were still there and had warmed the room up and had the lights on for us"

Reviewed on 5 Jul, 2025

Awa Motel
Tuscany Villas Boutique Motel
Tuscany Villas Boutique Motel
2.5 out of 5
57 The Strand, Whakatane, Bay of Plenty
The price is S$113 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
S$113
13 Jul - 14 Jul
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! (79 reviews)
"Close to town. Nice facilities."

Reviewed on 3 Jul, 2025

Tuscany Villas Boutique Motel
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.
Beachpoint Apartments
Beachpoint Apartments
4.5 out of 5
5 West End Rd, Ohope
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury apartment in Ohope. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Otarawairere Bay and Maraetotara Reserve ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (58 reviews)
"Beach was right across the road- beautiful view - safe parking for car - helpful receptionist- anything you could have needed was in the unit even things you didn’t think you needed!"

Reviewed on 4 Jun, 2025

Beachpoint Apartments
Ohiwa Seascape Studios
Ohiwa Seascape Studios
3 out of 5
213 Ohiwa Beach Road, Opotiki, Bay of Plenty
Stay at this 3-star beach apartment in Opotiki. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Ohope Beach and Ohope International Golf Club ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (81 reviews)
"Fabulous place! The bed is incredibly comfortable and the bath is amazing. We loved it!"

Reviewed on 6 Jul, 2025

Ohiwa Seascape Studios
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.

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Reviews of Whakatane

4.5
Top destination
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Whakatane is a lovely place to break your journey in or stay. The beach front in very family oriented, with a play park, picnic tables, and fountains for children to run through. Had fabulous fish and chips in a shop next to the yacht club, so fresh.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Plenty eating in area. Lots of activities, especially water based.