Bay View
Napier
Popular places to visit
Marine Parade
After visiting Marine Parade, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Napier. Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Napier Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Napier Beach during your travels in Awatoto?
National Aquarium of New Zealand
The tanks at this modern aquarium play host to all kinds of underwater life, from cute sea creatures to fearsome marine predators.
Mission Estate Winery
Leave the city behind for a day to experience idyllic countryside surroundings and sip a range of magnificent wines.
Napier Prison
Enter spooky cells and hear terrifying tales about some of the nation’s most notorious criminals in one of the oldest prisons in New Zealand.
Church Road Winery
Delve into the history of winemaking and indulge in some fine local food and an assortment of delicious reds at this Hawke’s Bay winery.
Things to do
Deco Napier, Te Mata Peak, Garden Walk and Wine Tasting Tour
Guided 10am Morning Art Deco Walk From Napier Art Deco Trust
Shore Excursion: Napier/ Hawke's Bay & Premium Wineries tour
Small group - Napier City & Art Deco Tour, 2 hours
Shore Excursion: Napier and Surrounding Countryside Scenic Tour
Top hotels in Bay View
Napier Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park
Lovely private room, comfortable bed, sound of the ocean was very relaxing, awesome facilities. Will stay again 🙂
Reviewed on Mar 14, 2026
Beach Front Motel Napier
A luxury room with great standard of amenities.
Reviewed on Mar 29, 2026
Expressotel
Super lovely and affordable with how close it is to town
Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026
Harbour View Motel on Ahuriri Beach in Napier NZ with sea view suites
Great motel, right on the beach.
Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026
Scenic Hotel Te Pania
We had a great room with excellent views The hotel was very convenient for our trips, walking to the Centre We really appreciated the lift!
Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026
The Nautilus Napier
Clean/ close to everything
Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Bay View
Napier Airport
While Napier Airport might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Ahuriri Estuary and National Tobacco Company Building.
Westshore
Beaches, spas, and seafood restaurants highlight some of the notable features of Westshore. Make a stop by Westshore Beach while you're exploring.
Ahuriri
If you're spending some time in Ahuriri, National Tobacco Company Building and The Urban Winery are top sights worth seeing.
Poraiti
While visiting Poraiti, you might make a stop by sights like Mission Estate Winery and Park Island Sports Complex.
Pandora
Though Pandora might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ahuriri Estuary and National Tobacco Company Building.
Bluff Hill
While visiting Bluff Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Napier Prison and Bluff Hill Domain Lookout.
