Avenues
Whangarei
Popular places to visit
Botanica & Cafler Park
See one of New Zealand’s largest collections of native ferns in a tranquil garden complex and explore the adjoining park for a relaxing time.
Town Basin Marina
Stroll through this picturesque yachting marina and along its pedestrianized river inlet, a place where seafaring, heritage, arts and culture come together.
Whangarei Quarry Gardens
Enjoy the fruits of this remarkable community garden project as you explore areas planted with species of indigenous and subtropical plants.
Reyburn House
Visit Whangarei's oldest settlers house at its scenic riverside location in the Town Basin, to browse one of New Zealand’s delightful art galleries.
Claphams National Clock Museum
Take a guided tour of this unique museum to see one of the largest collections of clocks in the Southern Hemisphere.
Quarry Arts Centre
Enjoy an outing to Quarry Arts Centre during your stay in Whangarei. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.
Things to do
Your Kiwi Cultural Connection with Tu Tika Tours
Waitangi Treaty Ground Day Trip Private Transport From Auckland
Avenues Hotel Deals
Lodge Bordeaux
Room was absolutely fabulous. Slthough we would have been grateful for full size curtains or black out blind. Staff were extremely kind and generous. out
Reviewed on Mar 3, 2026
Bella Vista Motel Whangarei
Wonderful staff. Good facilities
Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026
Bk's Pohutukawa Lodge
The rooms were spotlessly, clean, reception was very welcoming, there was everything in the room that you needed, the cleaning staff were absolutely lovely, the queen size bed was extremely comfortable, Also a great location to restaurants down at the basin. I would definitely stay at this hotel ...
Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026
Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre
This hotel is tired and dated. Whilst the staff make every effort to be great hosts the whole venue lacks any wow factor. The walls are damaged and marked - rips out of wallpaper. There are no lifts so you can expect to carry your own luggage up the stairs. My bathroom was full of hair when I arrived, ...
Reviewed on Mar 1, 2026
Kingswood Manor Motel
Clean and tidy
Reviewed on Mar 1, 2026
Quality Hotel Oceans Tutukaka
Poor wifi, no soap in one of the bathrooms, dirty washer /dryer with no washing powder. Restaurant closed for dinner, reception closed at night so we could not report the rowdy crowd having a party until 3:00 am.
Reviewed on Mar 3, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Avenues
Whangarei Central
If you're spending some time in Whangarei Central, Whangarei Art Museum and Town Basin Marina are top sights worth seeing.
Morningside
When in Morningside, you can plan a visit to Northland Event Centre and Whangarei Art Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Regent
While Regent isn't home to many top sights, Town Basin Marina and Whangarei Art Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.
Riverside
While Riverside isn't home to many top sights, Town Basin Marina and Whangarei Art Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.
Kensington
While Kensington isn't home to many top sights, Whangarei Quarry Gardens and Quarry Arts Centre are some notable places to visit nearby.
Parahaki
While visiting Parahaki, you might make a stop by sights like Mair Park and Camera Obscura Timatatanga Hou.
