Papamoa Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Papamoa
Photo by Janine Trinkl
Photo by Janine Trinkl

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

blokart Recreation Park

You can take time to visit blokart Recreation Park during your travels to Tauranga. Visit the spas and charming cafes in this walkable area.

blokart Recreation Park

Looking Glass Garden

Explore the great outdoors at Looking Glass Garden, a lovely green space in Tauranga. Visit the spas and charming cafes in this walkable area.

Looking Glass Garden

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 romantic area.

Tauranga Domain

ASB Baypark

4.5/5(60 reviews)

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

ASB Baypark

Activities

Blue Inferno Crater

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

AU$222
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
7hr Waimangu Geothermal Valley & Lake Rotomahana Tour - Departs Tauranga
Rotorua Highlights Tour

Tauranga Shore Excursion: Rotorua Highlights Tour

AU$163
per adult
Tauranga Shore Excursion: Rotorua Highlights Tour
6hr Rotorua Geothermal Wonderland Tour

6hr Rotorua Geothermal Wonderland Tour - Departs Tauranga

AU$217
per adult
6hr Rotorua Geothermal Wonderland Tour - Departs Tauranga
Tauranga Shore Excursion: Rotorua Hell's Gate Experience

ROTORUA - Hell's Gate Geothermal Park & Mud Spa Day Trip

AU$254
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
ROTORUA - Hell's Gate Geothermal Park & Mud Spa Day Trip
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Tauranga City & Scenic Local 2-hour Tour (City Sightseeing)

AU$71
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Tauranga City & Scenic Local 2-hour Tour (City Sightseeing)
Shore Excursion: Geothermal Rotorua with Maori Cultural Performance at Whakarewarewa

Shore Excursion: Geothermal Rotorua with Maori Cultural Performance at Whakarewarewa

AU$270
per adult
Shore Excursion: Geothermal Rotorua with Maori Cultural Performance at Whakarewarewa
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Our pick of the best Papamoa Hotel Deals

Pod Retreat in Papamoa countryside with firepit, outdoor bath & pet farm animals
Pod Retreat in Papamoa countryside with firepit, outdoor bath & pet farm animals
Papamoa
The price is AU$257 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
AU$257
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Stay at this cabin in Tauranga. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Popular attractions blokart Recreation Park and Looking Glass Garden are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (19 reviews)
Relaxing
"Lovely accommodation and friendly hosts the animals were a huge hit too"

Reviewed on 1 Apr. 2025

Pod Retreat in Papamoa countryside with firepit, outdoor bath & pet farm animals
Trinity Wharf Tauranga
Trinity Wharf Tauranga
4.5 out of 5
51 Dive Crescent, Tauranga
The price is AU$201 per night from 11 May to 12 May
AU$201
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
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! (996 reviews)
"Friendly helpful staff Plenty of room Sea outlook No Sky sports Overpriced breakfast"

Reviewed on 4 Apr. 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$170 per night from 11 May to 12 May
AU$170
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
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! (1,003 reviews)
"Very nice"

Reviewed on 7 Apr. 2025

Hotel Armitage and Conference Centre
Oceanside Resort & Twin Towers
Oceanside Resort & Twin Towers
4 out of 5
1 Maunganui Road, Tauranga
The price is AU$172 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
AU$172
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr
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! (1,222 reviews)
Great location
"The hotel is in a great spot close to the beaches and cafes. The unit we were allocated was right on a busy road and is quite dated. The furnishings need a refresh. The pool was closed. I used the gym , which was ok. Parking is safe and adequate."

Reviewed on 4 Apr. 2025

Oceanside Resort & Twin Towers
Quest Mt Maunganui
Quest Mt Maunganui
4 out of 5
2 Rata St, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty
The price is AU$195 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
AU$195
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Tauranga. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and free grocery shopping service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (178 reviews)
"Great property. Very quiet."

Reviewed on 2 Apr. 2025

Quest Mt Maunganui
Tasman Holiday Parks - Papamoa Beach
Tasman Holiday Parks - Papamoa Beach
4 out of 5
535 Papamoa Beach Road, Tauranga
The price is AU$136 per night from 1 May to 2 May
AU$136
includes taxes & fees
1 May - 2 May
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! (396 reviews)
"The property far exceeded my expectations. Staff were incredible. Rooms were clean and we got fresh towels daily. So many staff on the grounds doing maintenance daily. The pool was so wonderful and kids stayed whole time in there. Walking distance to plaza with supermarkets and food and cafes and ..."

Reviewed on 30 Mar. 2025

Tasman Holiday Parks - Papamoa Beach
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Other neighbourhoods around Papamoa

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Papamoa Beach

Unique features of Papamoa Beach include the beaches and shopping. Make a stop by Papamoa Beach or Wairakei Reserve while you're exploring the area.

Papamoa Beach
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Kairua

While Kairua isn't home to many top sights, Papamoa Beach and ASB Baypark are some notable places to visit nearby.

Kairua
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Welcome Bay

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Welcome Bay and surrounding area, you can visit Memorial Park and Tenpin Tauranga.

Welcome Bay
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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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Maungatapu

Maungatapu might not have many top sights, but Memorial Park and Tenpin Tauranga are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Maungatapu
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Omanu

While Omanu may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Mount Maunganui Golf Club and Classic Flyers NZ.

Omanu

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