Bethlehem

Tauranga

Mount Maunganui and Pilot Bay iconic landscape, panorama, Tauranga, New Zealand
Mount Maunganui and Pilot Bay iconic landscape, panorama, Tauranga, New Zealand
Finding the Otonui Paddleboat is the only slightly challenging aspect of this wonderful attraction in Tauranga - just find the Waimarino Adventure Park which is next door. The steamer is a 100 year old flat bottomed boat that has been lovingly restored and takes you on a two hour cruise down the Wairoa River. It's history is extensive - the boat and the river. It has had two restorations, one after being buried under a shingle bank for twenty years and then after it was burned down to it's bare bones. We were given a hot drink to sip on, and sat at the front of the boat to admire the view. The river was almost completely still, only disturbed by the occasional kayaker or bird. we passed native and regenerative forest, farmland, kiwifruit plantations and a river-side mansion occasionally too! It was peaceful, beautiful and thoroughly enjoyable. Peter, the owner and guide was funny and informative, and it's clear to see that he loves his job and his tour!

Popular places to visit

Mount Maunganui beach panorama

Mount Maunganui

5/5(36 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Maunganui during your travels in Tauranga. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its charming cafes.

Mount Maunganui
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Papamoa Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Papamoa Beach during your trip to Papamoa Beach? Amble around the area's beaches or visit its shops.

Papamoa Beach

Fernland Spa

5/5(2 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Fernland Spa, a lovely green space in Tauranga. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its charming cafes.

Fernland Spa

Waimarino Adventure Park

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Bring the family to Waimarino Adventure Park and enjoy the excitement of this theme park in Tauranga. Check out the spas and charming cafes in this walkable area.

Waimarino Adventure Park

Mercury Baypark

5/5(4 reviews)

Catch an event at Mercury Baypark during your trip to Tauranga. Check out the spas and charming cafes in this walkable area.

Mercury Baypark

Tauranga Domain

5/5(2 reviews)

Catch an event at Tauranga Domain during your trip to Tauranga. Check out the shops and charming cafes in this romantic area.

Tauranga Domain

Things to do

Tauranga: Mount Maunganui Harbour Sightseeing Cruise

Tauranga: Mount Maunganui Harbour Sightseeing Cruise

$24
per adult
Tauranga: Mount Maunganui Harbour Sightseeing Cruise
Tauranga: Evening Glowworm Kayak Tour

Tauranga: Evening Glowworm Kayak Tour

$158
per adult
Tauranga: Evening Glowworm Kayak Tour
Mt Maunganui main beach

Boutique tour , Mt Maunganui, NZ farm, Rotorua lakes/geothermal

$138
per adult
Boutique tour , Mt Maunganui, NZ farm, Rotorua lakes/geothermal
Tauranga Harbour Scenic One Hour Historical Boat Cruise

Tauranga Harbour Scenic 1.5 Hour Historical Boat Cruise

$24
per adult
Tauranga Harbour Scenic 1.5 Hour Historical Boat Cruise
Tauranga Daytime Scenic Lake McLaren Tour

Tauranga Daytime Scenic Lake McLaren Tour

$104
per adult
Tauranga Daytime Scenic Lake McLaren Tour
Rotorua via Kiwi/lakes country & a visit to iconic Whakarewarewa

Rotorua via Kiwi/lakes country & a visit to iconic Whakarewarewa

$183
per adult
Rotorua via Kiwi/lakes country & a visit to iconic Whakarewarewa
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Bethlehem Hotel Deals

Bethlehem Motor Inn

Bethlehem Motor Inn

3 out of 5
176 Moffat Road Tauranga
$102 nightly
The price is $119 total per night from Mar 26 to Mar 27
$119 total
Mar 26 - Mar 27
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this motel in Tauranga. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (390 reviews)
Great place to stay, friendly staff.

Reviewed on Mar 2, 2026

Bethlehem Motor Inn
Hotel on Devonport

Hotel on Devonport

4 out of 5
72 Devonport Road Tauranga
$107 nightly
The price is $125 total per night from Mar 28 to Mar 29
$125 total
Mar 28 - Mar 29
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tauranga. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Nothing to complain!

Reviewed on Mar 10, 2026

Hotel on Devonport
Trinity Wharf Tauranga

Trinity Wharf Tauranga

4.5 out of 5
51 Dive Crescent Tauranga
$133 nightly
The price is $153 total per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
$153 total
Mar 22 - Mar 23
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Tauranga. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a marina. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
It was a pleasant stay thank you

Reviewed on Mar 8, 2026

Trinity Wharf Tauranga
Opal Hot Springs & Holiday Park

Opal Hot Springs & Holiday Park

2.5 out of 5
257 Okauia Springs Road Okauia
$48 nightly
The price is $57 total per night from Mar 17 to Mar 18
$57 total
Mar 17 - Mar 18
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this golf holiday park in Okauia. Enjoy free parking, 3 outdoor pools, and hot springs on site. Our guests praise the pool and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (521 reviews)
Loved the large swimming pool and natural thermal pools.

Reviewed on Mar 6, 2026

Opal Hot Springs & Holiday Park
City Suites Tauranga

City Suites Tauranga

4.5 out of 5
32 Cameron Road Tauranga
$80 nightly
The price is $93 total per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
$93 total
Mar 22 - Mar 23
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Tauranga. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,026 reviews)
We rang two days before to organise an early check in. When we arrived at the agreed time, our room wasnt ready nor did reception know about the prior arrangment.

Reviewed on Mar 8, 2026

City Suites Tauranga
Oceanside Resort & Twin Towers

Oceanside Resort & Twin Towers

4 out of 5
1 Maunganui Road Tauranga
$110 nightly
The price is $127 total per night from Apr 6 to Apr 7
$127 total
Apr 6 - Apr 7
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Tauranga. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,332 reviews)
Pool, hot tub and gym were great. Room needs updating, halls are dark.

Reviewed on Mar 7, 2026

Oceanside Resort & Twin Towers
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Other neighborhoods around Bethlehem

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Brookfield

Though Brookfield might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Huria Marae and Fernland Spa.

Brookfield
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Judea

While Judea isn't home to many top sights, Tenpin Tauranga and Huria Marae are some notable places to visit nearby.

Judea
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Gate Pa

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Gate Pa and surrounding area, you can visit Tauranga Golf Club and Fernland Spa.

Gate Pa
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Bellevue

Though Bellevue might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Fernland Spa and Tauranga Domain.

Bellevue
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Parkvale

Though Parkvale might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Tauranga Golf Club and Tenpin Tauranga.

Parkvale
Hills and the sea in New Zealand

Tauranga South

4/5(5 area reviews)

When in Tauranga South, you can plan a visit to Tenpin Tauranga and Memorial Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Tauranga South
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