Welcome Bay
Tauranga

Visit Welcome Bay
Things to do

Boutique tour , Mt Maunganui, NZ farm, Rotorua lakes/geothermal

Rotorua via Kiwi/lakes country & a visit to iconic Whakarewarewa

Rotorua Cultural and Geothermal Wonderland Tour – Depart Tauranga

TAURANGA SHORE EXCURSION: Epic 25 min V8 Trike Tour (Tauranga)

Geothermal Mineral Bathing Hot Pool Experience
Top hotels in Welcome Bay

Welcome Bay Hot Pools and Accommodation
"Heat pump was not that efficient, but the cabin was okay and spacious."
Reviewed on 2 Aug 2026

Trinity Wharf Tauranga
"We expected our Trinity Wharf stay to be as good as previous visits and we were not disappointed. Such a pleasure. Just like Arnie ... We will be baaack...."
Reviewed on 18 Aug 2026

Hotel on Devonport
"Clean and quiet hotel in a good location in Tauranga city. The bed was very comfortable and the room spacious. Was a nice touch having some snacks and bottle water in the room. Would definitely recommend this hotel."
Reviewed on 17 Aug 2026

Opal Hot Springs & Holiday Park
"the property was too old. No shower ,soap n shampoo provide .Bad smell inside property.No water supply in the morning. cant even blush my teeth. I need to make breakfast n rush to Rotorua for hot pool, now i hv to eat outside,pay extra,but cant get in the hot pool as im late. pls make a refund ."
Reviewed on 6 Aug 2026

Quest on Durham

Pacific Motor Inn
"Perfect everything, especially the location. Just the car parks that are super tight."
Reviewed on 17 Aug 2026
Where to stay in Welcome Bay

Mount Maunganui
Mount Maunganui is popular for its beaches, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Pilot Bay Beach or Maunganui Beach.

Papamoa Beach
Unique features of Papamoa Beach include the beaches and shopping. Make a stop by Papamoa Beach or Bay of Plenty while you're exploring the area.

Papamoa
While Papamoa may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Gordon Spratt Reserve and Papamoa Beach.

Omanu
While Omanu may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Blake Park and Mount Maunganui Golf Club.

Bethlehem
If you're spending some time in Bethlehem, Fernland Spa and Waimarino Adventure Park are top sights worth seeing.
Welcome Bay
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