Raureka Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Te Mata Peak
You can find out about the history of Hastings with a visit to Te Mata Peak. Stroll along the area's seaside or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
Frimley Park
Explore the great outdoors at Frimley Park, a lovely green space in Hastings. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Cornwall Park
Explore the great outdoors at Cornwall Park, a lovely green space in Hastings. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Hawke's Bay Racecourse
Catch an event at Hawke's Bay Racecourse during your trip to Hastings. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Splash Planet
Enjoy the thrill rides with your children at Splash Planet as part of your trip to Hastings. Visit the area's spas or amble around its beautiful beaches.
Hawke’s Bay Fallen Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital
If Hawke’s Bay Fallen Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Hastings.
Activities
Guided 10am Morning Art Deco Walk From Napier Art Deco Trust
Small group - Napier City & Art Deco Tour, 2 hours
Guided 2pm Afternoon Art Deco Walk from Napier Art Deco Trust
Napier Afternoon Wine, & Gin Tasting ( no gin Mon -Wed )
Our pick of the best Raureka Hotel Deals
Beach Front Motel Napier
Charming room decor, easy parking and attention to details.
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Swiss-Belhotel Napier
First time staying here as we usually stay around at Ahuriri. The location is pretty good given it's semi industrial. Several supermarkets close by and less than a five minutes walk to the city centre, 10 or so minutes to the waterfront. The hotel itself is clean, tidy and still looks relatively ...
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Kennedy Park Resort
Room was clean, but a lighter top was left on top by the plates and there were ants in our room not a major thing especially for the price and facilities provided. We loved our stay even tho we didn’t use the pool and everything else there as we were there for a wedding so super busy..Defs coming ...
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Art Deco Masonic Hotel
None
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025
Shoreline Motel
Excellent
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025
Quest Napier Serviced Apartment
The room is in great condition & very clean. Staff are helpful with our enquiry.
Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Raureka
Saint Leonards
While there might not be top attractions in Saint Leonards, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Hawke's Bay Racecourse and Cornwall Park.
Camberley
When in Camberley, you can plan a visit to Hawke's Bay Racecourse and Cornwall Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Akina
While Akina isn't home to many top sights, Hawke's Bay Racecourse and Hawke's Bay Opera House are some notable places to visit nearby.
Parkvale
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Parkvale and surrounding area, you can visit Splash Planet and Hawke's Bay Opera House.
Frimley
If you're spending some time in Frimley, Frimley Park and Hawke's Bay Regional Sports Park are top sights worth seeing.
Longlands
Though Longlands may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Hawke's Bay Racecourse and Te Mata Peak.
