Awatoto Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Napier Beach

Napier Beach

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

Napier Beach
National Aquarium of New Zealand showing marine life

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.

Marine Parade
Mission Estate Winery

Mission Estate Winery

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

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
Church Road Winery

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.

Church Road Winery
Napier Prison

Napier Prison

Enter spooky cells and hear terrifying tales about some of the nation’s most notorious criminals in one of the oldest prisons in New Zealand.

Napier Prison

Activities

Enjoy the stunning view from Te Mata Peak

Scenic Te Mata Peak Tour by Supertrike

AU$196
per adult
Scenic Te Mata Peak Tour by Supertrike
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
Sinch EZ2

Napier E-bike Hire

AU$93
per adult
Napier E-bike Hire
2.5-Hour Napier Art Deco Tour

Small group - Napier Art Deco Tour, 2h- 2.5 hours

AU$79
per adult
Small group - Napier Art Deco Tour, 2h- 2.5 hours
Guided 2pm Afternoon Art Deco Walk from Napier Art Deco Trust

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

AU$28
per adult
Guided 2pm Afternoon Art Deco Walk from Napier Art Deco Trust
Napier - Marine Parade

Napier Bike Hire

AU$49
per adult
Napier Bike Hire
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Our pick of the best Awatoto Hotel Deals

Beach Front Motel Napier

Beach Front Motel Napier

4 out of 5
373 Marine Parade, Napier
The price is AU$136 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$136
per night
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Stay at this 4-star beach motel in Napier. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private hot tubs. Popular attractions Marine Parade and National Aquarium of New ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,015 reviews)
"Spa pool is awesome"

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Beach Front Motel Napier
Swiss-Belhotel Napier

Swiss-Belhotel Napier

4 out of 5
36 Munroe Street, Napier
The price is AU$128 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
AU$128
per night
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Napier. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (322 reviews)
"Best place in Napier to stay, great staff clean and comfortable rooms"

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025

Swiss-Belhotel Napier
Kennedy Park Resort

Kennedy Park Resort

2.5 out of 5
11 Storkey St, Napier, Hawke's Bay
The price is AU$69 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
AU$69
per night
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Book a stay at this eco-certified holiday park in Napier. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (284 reviews)
"Great staff, room clean wifi great magnificent stay thank you"

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Kennedy Park Resort
Art Deco Masonic Hotel

Art Deco Masonic Hotel

4.5 out of 5
2 Tennyson Street, Napier
The price is AU$173 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
AU$173
per night
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Napier. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (996 reviews)
"Staff were super helpful and friendly. Room was very comfortable and the hotel despite its age was in very good condition, so it was a great place to experience the art deco nature of Napier. Restaurant downstairs was great and shopping and cafes in walking distance. Will stay again!!"

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Art Deco Masonic Hotel
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$92 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$92
per night
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Stay at this 3.5-star beach motel in Napier. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (939 reviews)
"Have been here a few times and we think it’s like how we used to feel it was like. Will be back"

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

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

Pebble Beach Motor Inn

4.5 out of 5
445 Marine Parade, Napier
The price is AU$152 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$152
per night
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Stay at this 4.5-star beach motel in Napier. Enjoy free parking, private hot tubs, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (844 reviews)
"Thankyou Preeti, always a Pleasant stay in Napier."

Reviewed on 20 Sept 2025

Pebble Beach Motor Inn
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Other neighbourhoods around Awatoto

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Meeanee

While Meeanee isn't home to many top sights, Pettigrew Green Arena and Church Road Winery are some notable places to visit nearby.

Meeanee
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Te Awa

Though Te Awa may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like McLean Park and National Aquarium of New Zealand.

Te Awa
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Maraenui

While Maraenui isn't home to many top sights, McLean Park and National Aquarium of New Zealand are some notable places to visit nearby.

Maraenui
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Jervoistown

Jervoistown might not have many top sights, but Pettigrew Green Arena and Church Road Winery are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Jervoistown
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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 McLean Park and Park Island Sports Complex.

Onekawa
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Pirimai

Pirimai might not have many top sights, but Park Island Sports Complex and McLean Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Pirimai

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