East Coast
Travel Guide





Visit East Coast
Where to stay in East Coast

Whakatāne Town
While visiting Whakatāne Town, you might make a stop by sights like Te Papaka & Puketapu and Whakatane District Museum and Gallery.

Waiotahi
When in Waiotahi, you can plan a visit to Ohope Beach and Opotiki Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Maraetotara
If you're spending some time in Maraetotara, Bay of Plenty and Otarawairere Bay are top sights worth seeing.

Gisborne Central
If you're spending some time in Gisborne Central, Eastwoodhill Arboretum and Te Tauihu Turanga Whakamana are top sights worth seeing.

Wainui
Wainui is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Wainui Beach and Okitu Beach while in the area.

Kaiti
While visiting Kaiti, you might make a stop by sights like Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House and Gisborne Harbour.

Emerald Hotel
This is my second time staying in the Emerald. Large space as always!Friendly staff as always! One thing to mention, I have left my SM Pad in the room! The friendly staff called me and told me how to arrange a return bag to collect the Pad! The hotel kept my pad safe for a few days until I completed ...
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026

Portside Hotel
Neat and tidy
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026

The Com Plex Motel
The room was modern and clean. The staff were lovely and very helpful with all our odd requests. The unit had everything we needed and more. The location was great because it was so close to Whakatane city center and close to the road going to Ohope when we wanted to go to the beach.
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026

Portside Hotel
Neat and tidy
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026

Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping
Lovely quiet little retreat. Awesome customer service. Nothing was a problem
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2025

Beachpoint Apartments
Easy
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Popular places to visit

Mahia Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Mahia Beach during your travels in Mahia?

East Cape Lighthouse
You can learn about the history of East Cape with a stop at East Cape Lighthouse. Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area.
Ohope Beach
Explore the great outdoors at Ohope Beach, a lovely green space in Ohope. Wander the waterfront and beaches in the area.
Whakatane Hospital
If Whakatane Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Whakatane.
Te Puia Springs
Learn about the local history of Te Puia when you take a trip to Te Puia Springs. Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area.
Gisborne Hospital
If Gisborne Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Gisborne.




