Maraenui
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.
Mission Estate Winery
Leave the city behind for a day to experience idyllic countryside surroundings and sip a range of magnificent wines.
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.
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.
Bluff Hill Domain Lookout
As one of the best vantage points in Napier, this rocky viewpoint has commanding views of the turquoise waters of Hawke’s Bay and the Port of Napier.
Things to do
Guided 10am Morning Art Deco Walk From Napier Art Deco Trust
Small group - Napier City & Art Deco Tour, 2 hours
Shore Excursion: Napier and Surrounding Countryside Scenic Tour
Guided 2pm Afternoon Art Deco Walk from Napier Art Deco Trust
Top hotels in Maraenui
Beach Front Motel Napier
clean, comfortable room. Great location.
Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026
Kennedy Park Resort
everything was good
Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026
Shoreline Motel
This was a great stay that exceeded all expectation. Room was much bigger than expected with an amazing view of the ocean! All amenities you could need, rooms were cleaned and replenished daily. It’s such a great spot for convenience, close to restaurants, bars, corner shops & bike hire. And if you ...
Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026
Harbour View Motel on Ahuriri Beach in Napier NZ with sea view suites
Loved the access to the beach, the little kitchen in the room to heat up food , access to restaurants and coffee shops.
Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026
The Nautilus Napier
Given a ground floor room with disability bathroom (not requested). Room smelt damp and of curry (Indian restaurant next door). Looking a bit tired. Only there for a one night stopover so no big deal. Handy location and nice staff
Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026
Expressotel
Clean room. Location was great.
Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Maraenui
Te Awa
While there might not be top attractions in Te Awa, you can explore the larger area and discover places like McLean Park and National Aquarium of New Zealand.
Marewa
While Marewa might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like McLean Park and National Aquarium of New Zealand.
Onekawa
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Onekawa and surrounding area, you can visit McLean Park and National Aquarium of New Zealand.
Napier South
While visiting Napier South, you might make a stop by sights like McLean Park and National Aquarium of New Zealand.
Pirimai
While Pirimai isn't home to many top sights, McLean Park and Church Road Winery are some notable places to visit nearby.
Hospital Hill
Hospital Hill might not have many top sights, but War Memorial Conference Center and McLean Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
