What's it like in Welcome Bay?

Travellers will be sure to enjoy their time in Tauranga's Welcome Bay neighbourhood. Consider a visit to Rangataua Bay as part of your Welcome Bay travel plans.

How many hotels should I expect to find in the Welcome Bay area?

Book one of Expedia's 8 hotels and other accommodation options in Welcome Bay and start exploring everything Tauranga has to offer.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Welcome Bay, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer in Welcome Bay.

What is there to do in this Tauranga neighbourhood?

Rangataua Bay is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Welcome Bay. You might also plan a visit to Kaiate Falls when you're sightseeing in Tauranga.

Top 10 Welcome Bay Hotels of 2025

Top 10 Hotels in Welcome Bay, Tauranga

"It is a lovely spot. Friendly staff and the other campers were too. Accommodation was just what I required. Beds comfortable, kitchen area well equipped. Have been here several times, love it, will definitely go again. "

RM240 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Jun - 30 Jun

Stovetop, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, high chair

"We were booked in for the guesthouse but when we got here really wanted to stay multiple nights and were given the option to move into a wing of the homestead at the same rate which was a generous option -- Frances and Julian are wonderful. "

RM594 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Jul - 15 Jul

Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, cots/infant beds

"Quick check in, clean room, nice bed, surprisingly quiet. Had a key drop box which was convenient."

RM453 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Jul - 12 Jul

"Thanks for a wonderful stay, highly recommended. "

RM424 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Jul - 30 Jul

"Lovely hosts and super clean! Yes, it's an older motel, but it was so clean and serviced daily. Really easy to find and access from a busy road, had convenient parking outside the room, and it was surprisingly quiet considering its location! Felt really safe as a woman staying on my own and the private thermal pool was a lovely treat too. Would definitely stay here again. Thanks!"

RM410 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Jun - 30 Jun

RM415 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Jun - 30 Jun

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

"The staff was very friendly and helpful. The room was sparkling clean, the kitchen was well appointed, the bed was comfortable and the shower was amazing. We would definitely stay there again!"

RM597 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Jul - 12 Jul

1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

"couldnt fault the place"

RM692 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Jul - 12 Jul

RM689 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Jul - 12 Jul

2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

"Very convenient for our needs. Staff were helpful and accommodating. "

RM457 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Jul - 9 Jul

"I would recommend this motel. Lovely stay"

RM443 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Jun - 30 Jun

1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

"Liked the spa bath and comfortable bed"

RM493 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Jul - 11 Jul

"Brilliant place to stay"

RM345 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Jun - 30 Jun

"Ideally situated for visiting friends in Papamoa and Te Puke"

RM554 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Jul - 11 Jul

3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

"Very clean Great views Will come back "

RM546 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Jun - 30 Jun

"Great place to stay, relaxing and close to everything. "

RM671 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Jul - 2 Jul

"Close to restaurants"

RM531 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Jun - 30 Jun

"Amazing place "

"The Quest is a great place to stay and Daniela at the front desk is pleasant and helpful"

RM533 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Jul - 22 Jul

1 bedroom, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

"Very nice hotel with good f"

Where to stay in Welcome Bay

Find the best Welcome Bay areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Welcome Bay

Mount Maunganui

4 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

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.

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Papamoa Beach

1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

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

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Papamoa

While visiting Papamoa, you might make a stop by sights like Looking Glass Garden and blokart Recreation Park.

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Kairua

While Kairua isn't home to many top sights, Papamoa Beach and ASB Baypark are some notable places to visit nearby.

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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.

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