Regent
Whangarei
Popular places to visit
Town Basin Marina
Stroll through this picturesque yachting marina and along its pedestrianized river inlet, a place where seafaring, heritage, arts and culture come together.
Whangarei Quarry Gardens
Enjoy the fruits of this remarkable community garden project as you explore areas planted with species of indigenous and subtropical plants.
Reyburn House
Visit Whangarei's oldest settlers house at its scenic riverside location in the Town Basin, to browse one of New Zealand’s delightful art galleries.
Botanica & Cafler Park
See one of New Zealand’s largest collections of native ferns in a tranquil garden complex and explore the adjoining park for a relaxing time.
Claphams National Clock Museum
Take a guided tour of this unique museum to see one of the largest collections of clocks in the Southern Hemisphere.
Whangarei Art Museum
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Whangarei Art Museum during your trip to Whangarei. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.
Things to do
Explore the legacy of artist, ecologist, architect, visionary
Waitangi Treaty Ground Day Trip Private Transport From Auckland
Whangarei Trike Tour to Waterfalls, Beaches & More
Top hotels in Regent
Aaron Court Motel
Yes, off street parking was a bonus
Reviewed on 5 Jan, 2026
Continental Motel
The kitchenette was good set-up and rooms were nice size. Staff were awesome.
Reviewed on 3 Jan, 2026
Discovery Settlers Hotel
Clean room and had nice facilities
Reviewed on 4 Jan, 2026
Motel Six
Excellent stay lovely staff
Reviewed on 4 Jan, 2026
Pembrooke Motor Lodge
Friendly service
Reviewed on 29 Aug, 2025
Regent Residential Villa
Quite good thanks 😊😊 OK...
Reviewed on 22 Apr, 2024
Other neighbourhoods around Regent
Riverside
When in Riverside, you can plan a visit to Town Basin Marina and Whangarei Art Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Kensington
Kensington might not have many top sights, but Whangarei Quarry Gardens and Town Basin Marina are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Whangarei Central
While visiting Whangarei Central, you might make a stop by sights like Whangarei Art Museum and Town Basin Marina.
Parahaki
If you're spending some time in Parahaki, Mair Park and Camera Obscura Timatatanga Hou are top sights worth seeing.
Whau Valley
Though Whau Valley may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Whangarei Quarry Gardens and Whangarei Falls.
Morningside
While there might not be top attractions in Morningside, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Whangarei Art Museum and Town Basin Marina.
