Maraenui
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.
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.
Mission Estate Winery
Leave the city behind for a day to experience idyllic countryside surroundings and sip a range of magnificent wines.
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.
Bluff Hill Domain Lookout
As one of the best vantage points in Napier, this rocky viewpoint has commanding views of the turquoise waters of Hawke’s Bay and the Port of Napier.
Things to do
Guided 10am Morning Art Deco Walk From Napier Art Deco Trust
Cape Winery Cycle Tour - 6 wineries, self-guided
Scenic Te Mata Peak Tour by Supertrike
Guided 2pm Afternoon Art Deco Walk from Napier Art Deco Trust
Shore Excursion: Napier/ Hawke's Bay & Premium Wineries tour
Top hotels in Maraenui
Beach Front Motel Napier
I love staying at this motel is clean and tidy.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Expressotel
Great room, great location! Reception open 12-6 so nowhere to leave your luggage for the day with 10 am checkout! Other than that a great stay!
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Swiss-Belhotel Napier
Great Hotel shame about the attitude of check in staff. Rude & arrogant. I have stayed here about 30 Times never again after this experience.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Scenic Hotel Te Pania
The location was excellent. Room was clean. Staff were helpful.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Harbour View Motel on Ahuriri Beach in Napier NZ with sea view suites
Kitchen facilities were basic. Parking good
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Shoreline Motel
It was good.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Maraenui
Te Awa
Though Te Awa may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like National Aquarium of New Zealand and McLean Park.
Marewa
Marewa might not have many top sights, but National Aquarium of New Zealand and McLean Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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 National Aquarium of New Zealand and McLean Park.
Napier South
If you're spending some time in Napier South, National Aquarium of New Zealand and War Memorial Conference Center are top sights worth seeing.
Pirimai
Pirimai might not have many top sights, but Church Road Winery and Park Island Sports Complex are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Hospital Hill
While there might not be top attractions in Hospital Hill, you can explore the larger area and discover places like War Memorial Conference Center and Ocean Spa.
