Ahuriri Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

National Tobacco Company Building
National Tobacco Company Building
National Tobacco Company Building
National Tobacco Company Building
The original port of Napier was located in the area of Ahuriri, just beyond the buildings visible on the right of this photo., and was known as the Iron Pot port. This port area has now been superseded by the Breakwater Port, and Ahuriri is home to mainly pleasure boats and inshore fishing vessels, and the old warehouses and stores are now home to restaurants, bars, cafe's, offices and apartments. It was very peaceful this morning standing watching the stars fade and the sun rise, and people arriving to take their boats out for the day. The constellation of Orion is visible in this photo in the centre of the sky.

Popular places to visit

National Tobacco Company Building

National Tobacco Company Building

4.5/5(56 reviews)

Admire this stunning pastel-coloured building, which combines art deco architecture with lavish art nouveau details.

National Tobacco Company Building
Art Deco Weekend!! Art Deco Weekend is a celebration of the rebuilding of Napier after the 1931 Hawke's Bay earthquake- it celebrates our beautiful city and it's iconic buildings, memorializes the people of the city during the 1930's and makes for a great weekend! The event is planned extremely well, has an incredible amount of era-appropriate events and a magnificent setting. Everybody dresses up - frocks, heels and accessories, bow ties and suspenders... Add vintage car parades, over 200 different events - it's a great weekend!

Marine Parade

4.5/5(517 reviews)

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.

Marine Parade
Mission Estate Winery

Mission Estate Winery

4.5/5(131 reviews)

Leave the city behind for a day to experience idyllic countryside surroundings and sip a range of magnificent wines.

Mission Estate Winery
National Aquarium of New Zealand which includes marine life

National Aquarium of New Zealand

4/5(127 reviews)

The tanks at this modern aquarium play host to all kinds of underwater life, from cute sea creatures to fearsome marine predators.

National Aquarium of New Zealand
The Sunken Gardens in Napier this was taken on our weekend away in this beautiful city. If you get the chance to visit Napier make sure you do.

Napier Beach

4.5/5(387 reviews)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Napier Beach during your travels in Awatoto?

Napier Beach
Church Road Winery

Church Road Winery

4.5/5(80 reviews)

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.

Church Road Winery

Activities

Guided 10am Morning Art Deco Walk From Napier Art Deco Trust

Guided 10am Morning Art Deco Walk From Napier Art Deco Trust

AU$28
per adult
Guided 10am Morning Art Deco Walk From Napier Art Deco Trust
Enjoy the stunning view from Te Mata Peak

Scenic Te Mata Peak Tour by Supertrike

AU$189
per adult
Scenic Te Mata Peak Tour by Supertrike
Napier - Art Deco Capital

Napier E-bike Hire

AU$90
per adult
Napier E-bike Hire
Guided 2pm Afternoon Art Deco Walk from Napier Art Deco Trust

Guided 2pm Afternoon Art Deco Walk from Napier Art Deco Trust

AU$30
per adult
Guided 2pm Afternoon Art Deco Walk from Napier Art Deco Trust
Wine Tour Group

Napier: Afternoon Wine Tasting + visit Silky Oaks Chocolates

AU$167
per adult
Napier: Afternoon Wine Tasting + visit Silky Oaks Chocolates
2.5-Hour Napier Art Deco Tour

Small group - Napier City & Art Deco Tour, 2 hours

AU$112
per adult
Small group - Napier City & Art Deco Tour, 2 hours
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Our pick of the best Ahuriri Hotel Deals

Harbour View Motel on Ahuriri Beach in Napier NZ with sea view suites

Harbour View Motel on Ahuriri Beach in Napier NZ with sea view suites

3.5 out of 5
60 Nelson Quay Napier
The price is AU$144 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
AU$144
12 Mar - 13 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach motel in Napier. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
Great room. Very clean and well appointed. Great location. Lovely staff. Would definately come again.

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

Harbour View Motel on Ahuriri Beach in Napier NZ with sea view suites
Bluewater Hotel

Bluewater Hotel

3 out of 5
10 West Quay Napier Napier
The price is AU$126 per night from 18 Mar to 19 Mar
AU$126
18 Mar - 19 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Napier. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Popular attractions Pandora Pond and National Tobacco Company Building are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (469 reviews)
Clean room great staff

Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026

Bluewater Hotel
Navigate Seaside Hotel

Navigate Seaside Hotel

4 out of 5
50 Waghorne Street Napier
The price is AU$173 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
AU$173
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Napier. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (900 reviews)
Room was modern and clean and Apartments are located in a nicer part of Napier. Super friendly staff and on site parking / cafe

Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026

Navigate Seaside Hotel
Anchorage Motor Lodge

Anchorage Motor Lodge

4 out of 5
26 West Quay Napier
The price is AU$125 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
AU$125
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Napier. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Popular attractions National Tobacco Company Building and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (300 reviews)
Clean, quiet. close to everything.. comfortable bed.. will stay again.. thanks...AAA+++

Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026

Anchorage Motor Lodge
The Crown Hotel Napier

The Crown Hotel Napier

4.5 out of 5
Cnr Bridge Street and Hardinge Road Napier
The price is AU$209 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
AU$209
16 Mar - 17 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Napier. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (883 reviews)
View was great!

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

The Crown Hotel Napier
East Pier Hotel

East Pier Hotel

3.5 out of 5
50 Nelson Quay, Ahuriri Napier
The price is AU$247 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
AU$247
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Napier. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (284 reviews)
Outstsmding room and view,can not fault

Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026

East Pier Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Ahuriri

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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 McLean Park.

Hospital Hill
Long crashing waves on to the steep stoney beach of Napier

Westshore

4/5(86 area reviews)

Beaches, spas and seafood restaurants highlight some of the notable features of Westshore. Make a stop by Westshore Beach while you're exploring.

Westshore
Art Deco Weekend!! Art Deco Weekend is a celebration of the rebuilding of Napier after the 1931 Hawke's Bay earthquake- it celebrates our beautiful city and it's iconic buildings, memorializes the people of the city during the 1930's and makes for a great weekend! The event is planned extremely well, has an incredible amount of era-appropriate events and a magnificent setting. Everybody dresses up - frocks, heels and accessories, bow ties and suspenders... Add vintage car parades, over 200 different events - it's a great weekend!

Bluff Hill

While visiting Bluff Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Bluff Hill Domain Lookout and Napier Beach.

Bluff Hill
Napier port panorama, New Zealand

Pandora

Pandora might not have many top sights, but Pandora Pond and Ahuriri Estuary are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Pandora
Dawn rises over the city of Napier, with St Paul's Cathedral to the left of shot

Napier South

If you're spending some time in Napier South, McLean Park and National Aquarium of New Zealand are top sights worth seeing.

Napier South
Coastal landscape with a road, bridge, and estuary. Cars travel on the road, while the beach and surrounding wetlands are visible. Waitangi Regional Park, Napier, Hawke's Bay, New Zealand

Marewa

Marewa might not have many top sights, but McLean Park and National Aquarium of New Zealand are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Marewa

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