Tamatea
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.
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.
Things to do
Small group - Napier City & Art Deco Tour, 2 hours
Guided 10am Morning Art Deco Walk From Napier Art Deco Trust
Guided 2pm Afternoon Art Deco Walk from Napier Art Deco Trust
Cape Winery Cycle Tour - 6 wineries, self-guided
Top hotels in Tamatea
Beach Front Motel Napier
Absolutely amazing stay! Beautiful view, amazing staff, and such great value for money. The beachfront view room was stunning — having a spa pool inside with a direct beach view was unreal, especially for such an affordable price. The staff were wonderful. The lady at reception was so friendly and ...
Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025
Kennedy Park Resort
Amenities were very well serviced and all the staff we interacted with were so friendly! A great spot for families, and we will definitely be back!
Reviewed on Dec 23, 2025
Swiss-Belhotel Napier
The hotel was far better than our expectations, rooms clean and spacious, one of the best showers in any hotel I have stayed in, polite friendly staff.
Reviewed on Dec 20, 2025
Shoreline Motel
Rooms were clean and air conditioning was turned on for us. Everything you need and over the road from the water.
Reviewed on Dec 7, 2025
Scenic Hotel Te Pania
Wonderful stay! Clean, well equipped hotel with fantastic hotel, beautiful views, terrific location, and extremely helpful, responsive and courteous staff. Excellent value — highly recommend!
Reviewed on Dec 18, 2025
Quest Napier Serviced Apartment
Clean room. Very good location.
Reviewed on Dec 24, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Tamatea
Pirimai
While Pirimai isn't home to many top sights, McLean Park and Church Road Winery are some notable places to visit nearby.
Greenmeadows
While there might not be top attractions in Greenmeadows, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Church Road Winery and Mission Estate Winery.
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.
Pandora
Though Pandora might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Pandora Pond and Ahuriri Estuary.
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.
Taradale
You'll enjoy the wineries and churches in Taradale. You might want to make time for a stop at Church Road Winery or Pettigrew Green Arena.
