Matapihi
Tauranga
Popular places to visit
Mount Maunganui
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Maunganui during your travels in Tauranga. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its charming cafes.
Papamoa Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Papamoa Beach during your trip to Papamoa Beach? Amble around the area's beaches or visit its shops.
Waipu Bay
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Waipu Bay during your travels in Matapihi. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its charming cafes.
Tauranga Domain
Catch an event at Tauranga Domain during your trip to Tauranga. Visit the shops and charming cafes in this romantic area.
Mercury Baypark
Catch an event at Mercury Baypark during your trip to Tauranga. Visit the spas and charming cafes in this walkable area.
Blake Park
Explore the great outdoors at Blake Park, a lovely green space in Tauranga. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its charming cafes.
Things to do
Tauranga: Mount Maunganui Harbour Sightseeing Cruise
Tauranga Shore Excursion: History & Kiwifruit Tasting – 4 Hours
Boutique tour , Mt Maunganui, NZ farm, Rotorua lakes/geothermal
From Tauranga: Half-Day Swimming with Dolphins Tour
Tauranga Harbour Scenic 1.5 Hour Historical Boat Cruise
Top hotels in Matapihi
Hotel on Devonport
Hotel Parking Fee of $10 per night very reasonable. Right in the centre of town so a perfect location for attending a show at Baycourt Theatre and visiting the waterfront and The Strand. Helpful staff. Enjoyed having a balcony with some water views although over the roofs of adjoining shops but the ...
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Trinity Wharf Tauranga
Didn't have breakfast.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Oceanside Resort & Twin Towers
I could not get in the motel and therefore I don’t stay there I was not told about the check in process there was no one there to check me in it had to be done by email which I failed to do properly and therefore I had to go and find another place which at time of night was not easy
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
City Suites Tauranga
Yes parking was ok and secure. Kitchen was adequate although power point not very secure on wall.
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Tasman Holiday Parks - Papamoa Beach
This is a lovely holiday park on a beautiful beach. The cabin was updated and very clean. Lots of amenities and really helpful staff. Will definitely be staying here again!
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Hotel Armitage and Conference Centre
Construction under way presently. However checkin and out was easy. Very friendly ladies there
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Matapihi
Maungatapu
Maungatapu might not have many top sights, but Memorial Park and Tenpin Tauranga are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Tauranga South
While Tauranga South isn't home to many top sights, Tenpin Tauranga and Memorial Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
Judea
Though Judea may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Tenpin Tauranga and Fernland Spa.
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.
Otumoetai
Though Otumoetai may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Tauranga Domain and The Elms Mission House.
Hairini
When in Hairini, you can plan a visit to Tauranga Golf Club and Tenpin Tauranga, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
