Urewera National Park Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Rainforest route on a dirt road
Rainforest route on a dirt road
There’s nothing like the “lost road” in NZ. I was trying to take a short cut from Auckland to Rotorua and somehow got lost; alone in a camper van on an (mostly) unsealed marrow road that winded around a big mountain at 20-30km per hour... my heart pounded through my chest.... (Steep drop) the mountain views were breath taking. I didn’t want to leave the road! It was amazing! Next time I’ll take a free camper! Never without in NZ I learnt! An absolute MUST!!
Views from the Lost Road... one of the many stunning views

The Annual Holiday Sale

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The Com Plex Motel

The Com Plex Motel

3 out of 5
39 The Strand Whakatane Bay of Plenty
The price is AU$137 per night from 7 Mar to 8 Mar
AU$137
7 Mar - 8 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Whakatane. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (408 reviews)
Beautiful new motel and super friendly staff

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

The Com Plex Motel
Whakatane Holiday Park

Whakatane Holiday Park

2 out of 5
1 Mcgarvey Rd Whakatane Bay Of Plenty
The price is AU$80 per night from 25 Feb to 26 Feb
AU$80
25 Feb - 26 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this holiday park in Whakatane. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Whakatane District Museum and Gallery and Pohaturoa ...
9/10 Wonderful! (231 reviews)
Staff

Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026

Whakatane Holiday Park
Awa Motel

Awa Motel

4.5 out of 5
15 The Strand Whakatane
The price is AU$122 per night from 25 Feb to 26 Feb
AU$122
25 Feb - 26 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Whakatane. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (635 reviews)
Great location, stayed in the front villa, very nostalgic, roomy and well appointed kitchen.

Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026

Awa Motel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
 Captivating rural beauty, serene getaway, nestled midway  Rotorua & Taupo.

Captivating rural beauty, serene getaway, nestled midway Rotorua & Taupo.

Rerewhakaaitu Bay of Plenty
Stay at this cabin in Rerewhakaaitu. Enjoy laundry facilities, an in-room coffee maker and an indoor pool. Popular attractions Lake Rerewhakaaitu and Lake Rotomahana ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (36 reviews)
Perfect little stay close to all the things we did in the area. The place was clean, simple, and cozy. Emma is a great host and from her patient hospitality I am positive a good good person!

Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026

Captivating rural beauty, serene getaway, nestled midway Rotorua & Taupo.
Beachpoint Apartments

Beachpoint Apartments

4.5 out of 5
5 West End Rd Ohope
Stay at this luxury apartment in Ohope. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Otarawairere Bay and Maraetotara Reserve are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (68 reviews)
The accommodation was clean and tidy...with everything we need for our stay. The booking in progress was easy and the lady that took us up to the unit was amazing...very helpful and friendly.

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

Beachpoint Apartments
Ohiwa Seascape Studios

Ohiwa Seascape Studios

3 out of 5
213 Ohiwa Beach Road Opotiki Bay of Plenty
Stay at this beach apartment in Opotiki. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Ohope Beach and Ohope International Golf Club are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (89 reviews)
Great location with a walk on the beach just across the road. The shower is standing in the hot tub, a new configuration for us. Unfortunately, low water levels made the hot tub not recommended. The French Press needs attention, but otherwise appreciated given the remote location! 😀

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

Ohiwa Seascape Studios
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.