Otumoetai Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Mount Maunganui which includes a sunset, a coastal town and general coastal views

Mount Maunganui

4.5/5(454 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
Papamoa Beach

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

Tauranga Domain

4.5/5(53 reviews)

Catch an event at Tauranga Domain during your trip to Tauranga. Visit the shops and charming cafes in this walkable area.

Tauranga Domain

ASB Baypark

4.5/5(60 reviews)

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

ASB Baypark

Mount Hot Pools

4.5/5(70 reviews)

You can take time to visit Mount Hot Pools during your travels to Tauranga. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its charming cafes.

Mount Hot Pools

Blake Park

4/5(17 reviews)

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

Blake Park

Activities

Mangapapa Glowworm Canyon

Tauranga: Evening Glowworm Kayak Tour

AU$245
per adult
Tauranga: Evening Glowworm Kayak Tour
Blue Inferno Crater

7hr Waimangu Geothermal Valley & Lake Rotomahana Tour - Departs Tauranga

AU$227
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
7hr Waimangu Geothermal Valley & Lake Rotomahana Tour - Departs Tauranga
6hr Hobbiton Movie Set Tour - Departs Tauranga

6hr Hobbiton Movie Set Tour - Departs Tauranga

AU$217
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
6hr Hobbiton Movie Set Tour - Departs Tauranga
Scenic Walking Tour - Papamoa Hills and McLaren Falls

Scenic Short Hike Tour - Papamoa Hills and McLaren Falls

AU$101
per adult
Scenic Short Hike Tour - Papamoa Hills and McLaren Falls
Small Group Hobbiton Movie Set from Tauranga

Small Group Hobbiton Movie Set from Tauranga

AU$1,619
per adult
Small Group Hobbiton Movie Set from Tauranga
From Tauranga: Skydive over Mount Maunganui

From Tauranga: Skydive over Mount Maunganui

AU$476
per adult
From Tauranga: Skydive over Mount Maunganui
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Our pick of the best Otumoetai Hotel Deals

Cobblestone Court Motel – Wenzel Motels
Cobblestone Court Motel – Wenzel Motels
3 out of 5
86 Chapel Street, Tauranga
The price is AU$168 per night from 28 July to 29 July
AU$168
28 July - 29 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star golf motel in Tauranga. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Mount Maunganui and The Elms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (205 reviews)
"Super clean, everything you need in the rooms."

Reviewed on 1 Mar. 2025

Cobblestone Court Motel – Wenzel Motels
Trinity Wharf Tauranga
Trinity Wharf Tauranga
4.5 out of 5
51 Dive Crescent, Tauranga
The price is AU$183 per night from 6 July to 7 July
AU$183
6 July - 7 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Tauranga. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a marina. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Tidy and clean, did lack a little it of a wow factor to make it perfect. I would suggest that the reception on our arrival would have asked if we would like breakfast but no mention."

Reviewed on 22 Jun. 2025

Trinity Wharf Tauranga
Hotel Armitage and Conference Centre
Hotel Armitage and Conference Centre
3.5 out of 5
9 Willow St, Tauranga
The price is AU$154 per night from 6 July to 7 July
AU$154
6 July - 7 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Tauranga. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Second time I have stayed here, really comfortable and great value for money. Currently undergoing renovations but didn’t impact my stay at all"

Reviewed on 19 Jun. 2025

Hotel Armitage and Conference Centre
Hotel on Devonport
Hotel on Devonport
4 out of 5
72 Devonport Road, Tauranga
Fully refundable
The price is AU$169 per night from 13 July to 14 July
AU$169
13 July - 14 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star 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! (1,003 reviews)
"Great location with ample free parking options"

Reviewed on 29 Jun. 2025

Hotel on Devonport
Tasman Holiday Parks - Papamoa Beach
Tasman Holiday Parks - Papamoa Beach
4 out of 5
535 Papamoa Beach Road, Tauranga
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$106 per night from 13 July to 14 July
AU$106
13 July - 14 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach holiday park in Tauranga. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale, and a conference center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (408 reviews)
"Great beach views, Great pool area, close to amenities"

Reviewed on 27 Jun. 2025

Tasman Holiday Parks - Papamoa Beach
Oceanside Resort & Twin Towers
Oceanside Resort & Twin Towers
4 out of 5
1 Maunganui Road, Tauranga
The price is AU$191 per night from 10 July to 11 July
AU$191
10 July - 11 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Tauranga. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,259 reviews)
"Everything was awesome. Just the pillow were terrible they can really invest in new ones"

Reviewed on 23 Jun. 2025

Oceanside Resort & Twin Towers
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Other neighbourhoods around Otumoetai

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Brookfield

While Brookfield isn't home to many top sights, Huria Marae and Fernland Spa are some notable places to visit nearby.

Brookfield
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Matua

While Matua may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Fergusson Park and Huria Marae.

Matua
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Judea

Though Judea may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Tenpin Tauranga and Huria Marae.

Judea
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Tauranga South

4/5(88 area reviews)

While Tauranga South isn't home to many top sights, Tenpin Tauranga and Memorial Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Tauranga South
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Bethlehem

If you're spending some time in Bethlehem, Fernland Spa and Waimarino Adventure Park are top sights worth seeing.

Bethlehem
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Matapihi

The beaches and cosy cafes are top of the list for many visitors to Matapihi. A stop by Waipu Bay or Rangataua Bay might round out your trip.

Matapihi

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