Tapeka Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Teaghlach: Tapeka / Russell Holiday Home
Exceptional! This is a lovely, spacious house that is very close to the beach and has great parking. The facilities were great, and it was very clean when we arrived. Bev the host made contact at the right time and gave us great instructions. We all highly recommend it to people who want to get together ...
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

Beachfront Escape - Tapeka Beach Bach
An absolutely fantastic location, magnified by the beautiful weather we had! Hearing the sounds of the ocean, seeing the beautiful blues & greens in the sea, fossicking on the beach, hearing the native birds and only 5 minutes from town. A great place for rest and reinvigoration! Truely a unique ...
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025

Kingsgate Hotel Autolodge Paihia
Great stay with spacieuse room
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

Teaghlach: Tapeka / Russell Holiday Home
Exceptional! This is a lovely, spacious house that is very close to the beach and has great parking. The facilities were great, and it was very clean when we arrived. Bev the host made contact at the right time and gave us great instructions. We all highly recommend it to people who want to get together ...
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

Beachfront Escape - Tapeka Beach Bach
An absolutely fantastic location, magnified by the beautiful weather we had! Hearing the sounds of the ocean, seeing the beautiful blues & greens in the sea, fossicking on the beach, hearing the native birds and only 5 minutes from town. A great place for rest and reinvigoration! Truely a unique ...
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025

Sea Spray Suites
Room was spotless. Staff were great.. Had everything we needed.
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Popular places to visit

Russell Beach
Wander along the jetty for wonderful views of Kororareka Bay, get out on the water in a boat and enjoy alfresco dining along the beachfront.

Flagstaff Hill
On this important hill, learn about New Zealand’s early Māori and colonial history, look for iconic birds and take in the stunning views of the Bay of Islands.

Russell Christ Church
This charming and peaceful 19th-century church is a prominent historical landmark, while the surrounding cemetery is a good spot for a stroll.

Russell Museum
Learn about Russell’s Māori heritage and the history of European settlers through this vast collection of photographs, documents and other objects.
Lookout
You can find out about the history of Russell with a visit to Lookout. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the spas in the area.
Tapeka Point Historic Reserve
Explore the great outdoors at Tapeka Point Historic Reserve, a lovely green space in Tapeka. Visit the area's spas or amble around its beautiful beaches.
Activities

Discover the Bay - Hole in the Rock cruise includes Island Lunch

Bay of Islands Tall Ship Sundowner Sailing

From Paihia: Hole in the Rock Cruise & Island Tour: 3 Hour

Paihia: Glass Bottom Boat Tour to the Hole in the Rock




