Tauranga South Travel Guide
Tourist Guide

Visit Tauranga South
Stay near popular Tauranga South attractions
Our pick of the best Tauranga South Hotel Deals

18th Avenue Thermal Motel
"The room was clean and spacious, however very dated and needed upgrading."
Reviewed on 13 June 2026

Bennetts Tauranga Motor Inn
"Everything was great ( room a bit dated but functional) except for the hours of the spa in the private rooms. Couldnt have a morning spa or a spa before getting busy. Its between 330pm till 930pm otherwise its empty. I appreciate the fresh new water though after emptying.Couldnt have a spa after ..."
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026

850 Cameron Motel
"Parking is excellant Staff are exceptional The rooms are very clean and well maintained"
Reviewed on 4 May 2026

Trinity Wharf Tauranga
"The heated floor in the bathroom and the water pressure in the shower were amazing. Had a balcony with an amazing view and had chairs no table so couldn’t have breakfast out there. Room service was great except they don’t collect the dirty dishes if staying one night and if you are not charging it ..."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026

Hotel on Devonport
"Hot water pressure in the shower was really bad."
Reviewed on 13 June 2026

Opal Hot Springs & Holiday Park
"It was all good"
Reviewed on 6 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Tauranga South

Mount Maunganui
Mount Maunganui is popular for its beaches, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Pilot Bay Beach or Maunganui Beach.

Papamoa Beach
Unique features of Papamoa Beach include the beaches and shopping. Make a stop by Papamoa Beach or Bay of Plenty while you're exploring the area.

Papamoa
While Papamoa may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Gordon Spratt Reserve and Papamoa Beach.

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.

Bethlehem
If you're spending some time in Bethlehem, Fernland Spa and Waimarino Adventure Park are top sights worth seeing.











