East Coast
Travel Guide
Visit East Coast
Where to stay in East Coast
Whakatāne Town
If you're spending some time in Whakatāne Town, Te Papaka & Puketapu and Whakatane District Museum and Gallery are top sights worth seeing.
Waiotahi
While there might not be top attractions in Waiotahi, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Ohope Beach and Opotiki Beach.
Maraetotara
If you're spending some time in Maraetotara, Bay of Plenty and Otarawairere Bay are top sights worth seeing.
Gisborne Central
If you're spending some time in Gisborne Central, Eastwoodhill Arboretum and Te Tauihu Turanga Whakamana are top sights worth seeing.
Wainui
Wainui is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Wainui Beach and Okitu Beach while you're in town.
Kaiti
If you're spending some time in Kaiti, Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House and Gisborne Harbour are top sights worth seeing.
Emerald Hotel
First room was not cleaned properly. The second room was a lot better and ideal for me and me whānau. The receptionist was a great help!
Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026
Waikanae Beach Motel
Staff is helpful
Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026
The Com Plex Motel
Great room, clean and quiet
Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026
Portside Hotel
Neat and tidy
Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026
Beachpoint Apartments
This is a beautiful property, very clean, quite and with beautiful sea view. Very friendly staff, very friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on Sep 14, 2025
Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping
Lovely quiet little retreat. Awesome customer service. Nothing was a problem
Reviewed on Apr 26, 2025
Popular places to visit
Mahia Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Mahia Beach during your travels in Mahia?
East Cape Lighthouse
You can learn about the history of East Cape when you stop by East Cape Lighthouse. Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area.
Ohope Beach
Explore the great outdoors at Ohope Beach, a lovely green space in Ohope. Wander the waterfront and beaches in the area.
Whakatane Hospital
Though Whakatane Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Whakatane while you are here.
Te Puia Springs
Learn about the local history of Te Puia when you take a trip to Te Puia Springs. Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area.
Gisborne Hospital
Though Gisborne Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Gisborne while you are here.
- Ohope Beach
- Mahia Beach
- Mahanga Beach
- Midway Beach
- East Cape Lighthouse
- Opotiki Beach
- Te Urewera National Park
- Gisborne Hospital
- Wairere Falls
- Maraehako Bay Beach
- Okitu Beach
- Morere Hot Springs
- Waihau Bay Beach
- Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House
- Ohope International Golf Club
- Hicks Bay Lookout
- Mount Hikurangi
- Omaio Beach
- Te Papaka & Puketapu
- Eastwoodhill Arboretum
