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Tauranga

Popular places to visit

Mount Maunganui which includes a sunset, a bay or harbor and a coastal town

Mount Maunganui

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

Tauranga Domain

Catch an event at Tauranga Domain during your trip to Tauranga. Check out the shops and charming cafes in this romantic area.

Tauranga Domain

Mercury Baypark

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

Mercury Baypark

Blake Park

Explore the great outdoors at Blake Park, a lovely green space in Tauranga. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its charming cafes.

Blake Park

Mount Hot Pools

You can take time to visit Mount Hot Pools during your travels to Tauranga. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its charming cafes.

Mount Hot Pools

Things to do

Geothermal Mineral Bathing Hot Pool Experience

Geothermal Mineral Bathing Hot Pool Experience

P618
per adult
Geothermal Mineral Bathing Hot Pool Experience
Mount Maunganui Hot Pools Experience

Mount Maunganui Hot Pools Experience

P893
per adult
Mount Maunganui Hot Pools Experience
Mangapapa Glowworm Canyon

Tauranga: Evening Glowworm Kayak Tour

P9,101
per adult
Tauranga: Evening Glowworm Kayak Tour
6hr Hobbiton Movie Set Tour - Departs Tauranga

6hr Hobbiton Movie Set Tour - Departs Tauranga

P8,895
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
6hr Hobbiton Movie Set Tour - Departs Tauranga
Tauranga: Evening Glowworm Kayak Tour

Tauranga: Evening Glowworm Kayak Tour

P9,101
per adult
Tauranga: Evening Glowworm Kayak Tour
Scenic Walking Tour - Papamoa Hills and McLaren Falls

Scenic Short Hike Tour - Papamoa Hills and McLaren Falls

P4,430
per adult
Scenic Short Hike Tour - Papamoa Hills and McLaren Falls
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Top hotels in Welcome Bay

Trinity Wharf Tauranga
Trinity Wharf Tauranga
4.5 out of 5
51 Dive Crescent, Tauranga
The price is P6,493 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
P6,493
P7,467 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Waking up to beautiful views across the water."

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2025

Trinity Wharf Tauranga
Hotel on Devonport
Hotel on Devonport
4 out of 5
72 Devonport Road, Tauranga
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Tauranga. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Good location and good sized rooms :)"

Reviewed on Jul 10, 2025

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Hotel on Devonport
Hotel Armitage and Conference Centre
Hotel Armitage and Conference Centre
3.5 out of 5
9 Willow St, Tauranga
The price is P6,318 per night from Jul 22 to Jul 23
P6,318
P7,265 total
Jul 22 - Jul 23
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,005 reviews)
"Property was fine for our requirements"

Reviewed on Jul 12, 2025

Hotel Armitage and Conference Centre
Tasman Holiday Parks - Papamoa Beach
Tasman Holiday Parks - Papamoa Beach
4 out of 5
535 Papamoa Beach Road, Tauranga
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! (410 reviews)
Beautiful aesthetics
"This was certainly the most impressive venue during this trip, as the pool was beautiful regardless of the bad weather. My grandchildren couldnt wait to get up and have another dip in the pool before departure the day we left. Very hospitable staff, friendly and welcoming. Will certainly be ..."

Reviewed on Jul 10, 2025

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Tasman Holiday Parks - Papamoa Beach
Oceanside Resort & Twin Towers
Oceanside Resort & Twin Towers
4 out of 5
1 Maunganui Road, Tauranga
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! (1,262 reviews)
"Didn't realise they were doing a bit of work around the property. Overall cleanliness was OK but feel the rooms were dated & in need of a revamp. Location is great."

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2025

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Oceanside Resort & Twin Towers
City Suites Tauranga
City Suites Tauranga
4.5 out of 5
32 Cameron Road, Tauranga
The price is P3,974 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
P3,974
P4,570 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Tauranga. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (964 reviews)
"Service was outstanding thank you Sam. Staff friendly and approachable. I will recommend City Suites to everyone. Location vicinity close to everything in city. and will stay here again. Has all necessary amenities you need."

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Welcome Bay

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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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Hairini

Though Hairini might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Tauranga Golf Club and Memorial Park.

Hairini
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Poike

When in Poike, you can plan a visit to Tauranga Golf Club and Tenpin Tauranga, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Poike
So much fun trying jet boards! Cross between wake boarding and snowboarding, no boat needed to zip across the bay 😊

Matapihi

The beaches and cozy 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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Parkvale

Though Parkvale might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Tauranga Golf Club and Fernland Spa.

Parkvale
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Tauranga South

When in Tauranga South, you can plan a visit to Memorial Park and Tenpin Tauranga, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Tauranga South

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