Otaika Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Whangarei showing sailing, a bay or harbour and a marina

Town Basin Marina

4.5/5(94 reviews)

Stroll through this picturesque yachting marina and along its pedestrianized river inlet, a place where seafaring, heritage, arts and culture come together.

Town Basin Marina
Whangarei Quarry Gardens which includes a park

Whangarei Quarry Gardens

4.5/5(20 reviews)

Enjoy the fruits of this remarkable community garden project as you explore areas planted with species of indigenous and subtropical plants.

Whangarei Quarry Gardens
Claphams National Clock Museum

Claphams National Clock Museum

4.5/5(10 reviews)

Take a guided tour of this unique museum to see one of the largest collections of clocks in the Southern Hemisphere.

Claphams National Clock Museum
Whangarei showing a house, a park and heritage architecture

Reyburn House

Visit Whangarei's oldest settlers house at its scenic riverside location in the Town Basin, to browse one of New Zealand’s delightful art galleries.

Reyburn House
Botanica & Cafler Park which includes interior views and a park

Botanica & Cafler Park

See one of New Zealand’s largest collections of native ferns in a tranquil garden complex and explore the adjoining park for a relaxing time.

Botanica & Cafler Park

Whangarei Art Museum

4.5/5(5 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Whangarei Art Museum during your travels in Whangarei. Wander the marina and beaches in the area.

Whangarei Art Museum

Activities

Whangārei: Hundertwasser Art Centre Full day access

Whangārei: Hundertwasser Art Centre: Admission for one day.

AU$23
per adult
Whangārei: Hundertwasser Art Centre: Admission for one day.
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Our pick of the best Otaika Hotel Deals

Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre
Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre
3 out of 5
9 Riverside Drive, Whangarei
The price is AU$201 per night from 20 Feb to 21 Feb
AU$201
includes taxes & fees
20 Feb - 21 Feb
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Whangarei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.6/10 Good! (505 reviews)
"We enjoyed staying however Shower great except the height too low I’m 5ft 9 inches and had to bend my knees to wash my hair. We were on the ground level and every time when the person above walked over their floor we heard every movement."

Reviewed on 4 Feb. 2025

Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre
Kingswood Manor Motel
Kingswood Manor Motel
3.5 out of 5
260 Kamo Road, Whangarei, Northland
Fully refundable
The price is AU$138 per night from 21 Feb to 22 Feb
AU$138
includes taxes & fees
21 Feb - 22 Feb
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Whangarei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Whangarei Quarry Gardens and Whangarei Falls ...
8/10 Very Good! (477 reviews)
"Noisy"

Reviewed on 13 Feb. 2025

Kingswood Manor Motel
Aaron Court Motel
Aaron Court Motel
2.5 out of 5
22 Wolfe Street, Whangarei
The price is AU$162 per night from 18 Feb to 19 Feb
AU$162
includes taxes & fees
18 Feb - 19 Feb
Stay at this aparthotel in Whangarei. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Claphams Clock Museum and Hundertwasser Art ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (61 reviews)
"Comfortable and spacious."

Reviewed on 11 Feb. 2025

Aaron Court Motel
Motel Six
Motel Six
3 out of 5
153 Bank Street, Whangarei
The price is AU$121 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
AU$121
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Stay at this 3-star motel in Whangarei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Claphams Clock Museum and Old Library Arts ...
8/10 Very Good! (262 reviews)
"Friendly and clean"

Reviewed on 9 Feb. 2025

Motel Six
Pacific Rendezvous
Pacific Rendezvous
4 out of 5
73 Motel Road, Tutukaka, Northland
The price is AU$245 per night from 4 Mar to 5 Mar
AU$245
includes taxes & fees
4 Mar - 5 Mar
Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Tutukaka. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Philip Island and Rahomaunu Island ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (220 reviews)
"Beautiful property with 2 private beaches and very friendly and accommodating staff."

Reviewed on 5 Feb. 2025

Pacific Rendezvous
Quality Hotel Oceans Tutukaka
Quality Hotel Oceans Tutukaka
4 out of 5
1 Marina Drive, Rd3, Tutukaka
The price is AU$174 per night from 19 Mar to 20 Mar
AU$174
includes taxes & fees
19 Mar - 20 Mar
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Tutukaka. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a marina. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (502 reviews)
"Perfect spot … would be ideal for small family on short vacation"

Reviewed on 13 Feb. 2025

Quality Hotel Oceans Tutukaka
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Other neighbourhoods around Otaika

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Raumanga

When in Raumanga, you can plan a visit to Northland Event Centre and Botanica & Cafler Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Raumanga
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Portland

While there might not be top attractions in Portland, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Whangarei Art Museum and Mt Manaia.

Portland
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Morningside

While there might not be top attractions in Morningside, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Whangarei Art Museum and Town Basin Marina.

Morningside
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Woodhill

Woodhill is well liked for its spas. You can also take some time to explore sights in the surrounding area like Botanica & Cafler Park and Whangarei Art Museum.

Woodhill
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Port Whangarei

When in Port Whangarei, you can plan a visit to Whangarei Art Museum and Town Basin Marina, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Port Whangarei
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Riverside

When in Riverside, you can plan a visit to Town Basin Marina and Whangarei Art Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Riverside

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