Pandora
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?
Mission Estate Winery
Leave the city behind for a day to experience idyllic countryside surroundings and sip a range of magnificent wines.
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.
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
Deco Napier, Te Mata Peak, Garden Walk and Wine Tasting Tour
Guided 10am Morning Art Deco Walk From Napier Art Deco Trust
Cape Winery Cycle Tour - 6 wineries, self-guided
Shore Excursion: 4 Hour Premium Hawke's Bay, Napier Art deco Tour
Scenic Te Mata Peak Tour by Supertrike
Top hotels in Pandora
Expressotel
"Reasonable price"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Beach Front Motel Napier
"Clean, specious and by the beach, amazing value"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Harbour View Motel on Ahuriri Beach in Napier NZ with sea view suites
"Clean room. Parking"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Swiss-Belhotel Napier
"Spacious and clean, secure parking was great. Helpful staff. Little things for maintenance like power points loose or bathroom tap that barely reaches the sink. Acoustics are pretty average - no door seal and could hear most of what occurred outside of the room."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Marineland Motel
"Receptionist was very helpful, she offered to wash and dry our clothes at her home for $8 as there was no laundry on site. Nice and peaceful, I would stay here again"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Scenic Hotel Te Pania
"Lovely room and great location."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Pandora
Hospital Hill
While there might not be top attractions in Hospital Hill, you can explore the larger area and discover places like National Tobacco Company Building and War Memorial Conference Center.
Westshore
Beaches, spas and seafood restaurants highlight some of the notable features of Westshore. Make a stop by Westshore Beach while you're exploring.
Ahuriri
While visiting Ahuriri, you might make a stop by sights like National Tobacco Company Building and The Urban Winery.
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 National Tobacco Company Building.
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.
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.
