East Coast
Travel Guide
Visit East Coast
Where to stay in East Coast
Waiotahi
When in Waiotahi, you can plan a visit to Ohope Beach and Opotiki Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Maraetotara
If you're spending some time in Maraetotara, Bay of Plenty and Otarawairere Bay are top sights worth seeing.
Wainui
Wainui is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Wainui Beach and Okitu Beach while in the area.
Whakatāne Town
While visiting Whakatāne Town, you might make a stop by sights like Wairere Falls and Mataatua: The House That Came Home.
Gisborne Central
If you're spending some time in Gisborne Central, Eastwoodhill Arboretum and Gisborne i-SITE Mini Golf are top sights worth seeing.
Coastlands
While Coastlands may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Mataatua: The House That Came Home and Te Manuka Tutahi Marae.
Emerald Hotel
Clean room & helpful staff
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
The Com Plex Motel
Lovely rooms, easy walk into town to cafes and shops, plus they had a garage lock up for our e-bikes. Would definitely stay again
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Portside Hotel
My favourite was the ground-floor room facing the city — peaceful, immaculate, and beautifully presented. The bed was exceptionally comfortable, ensuring a great night’s rest. The staff were warm and welcoming, and reception was very accommodating, promptly providing swim towels when needed. The ...
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Portside Hotel
My favourite was the ground-floor room facing the city — peaceful, immaculate, and beautifully presented. The bed was exceptionally comfortable, ensuring a great night’s rest. The staff were warm and welcoming, and reception was very accommodating, promptly providing swim towels when needed. The ...
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping
Very courteous. The unit could do with kitchen sink as has other implements for light cooking
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Three bedroom Ohope Beach Paradise
Very clean house. Great space!!
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Popular places to visit
Mahia Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Mahia Beach during your travels in Mahia?
Ohope Beach
Explore the great outdoors at Ohope Beach, a lovely green space in Ohope. Wander the waterfront and beaches in the area.
Morere Hot Springs
You can take time to visit Morere Hot Springs during your travels to Morere. Wander the parks and beaches while you're in the area.
Gisborne Hospital
If Gisborne Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Gisborne.
Whakatane Hospital
If Whakatane Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Whakatane.
East Cape Lighthouse
You can learn about the history of East Cape with a stop at East Cape Lighthouse. Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area.
