Poroporo
Whakatane
Popular places to visit
Whakatane Hospital
Though Whakatane Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Whakatane while you are here.
Te Manuka Tutahi Marae
You can find out about the history of Whakatane when you stop by Te Manuka Tutahi Marae. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.
Wairere Falls
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Wairere Falls during your travels in Whakatane. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.
Mataatua: The House That Came Home
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Mataatua: The House That Came Home in Whakatane. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.
Whakatane Aquatic Centre
You can take time to visit Whakatane Aquatic Centre during your travels to Whakatane. Discover the volcano viewpoints while you're in the area.
Te Papaka & Puketapu
Find out about the history of Whakatane with a stop at Te Papaka & Puketapu. Discover the volcano viewpoints while you're in the area.
Top hotels in Poroporo

The Com Plex Motel
very clean and quiet rooms, a great place to stay
Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026

Awa Motel
Great location, stayed in the front villa, very nostalgic, roomy and well appointed kitchen.
Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026

Tuscany Villas Boutique Motel
Great welcome. Hosts go out of thier way to make the stay special. A really nice place located next to awesome dining options. We are doing our second stay and will be back again.
Reviewed on Feb 14, 2026

Whakatane Holiday Park
Staff
Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026

Ōhope Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park
Spotless cabin, spacious bathroom, modern microwave, appreciated the espresso machine, comfortable bed. The only drawback for us were the 2 large steps between the levels, a trip hazard. The campsite is well organised, beautiful beach lives up to its reputation, not a lot of staff interaction. Value ...
Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026

One88 On Commerce
Lovely well appointed 1 bedroom apartment. So comfortable & super impressed with the warm welcome
Reviewed on Feb 17, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Poroporo

Whakatāne Town
If you're spending some time in Whakatāne Town, Wairere Falls and Whakatane River Walk are top sights worth seeing.

Maraetotara
If you're spending some time in Maraetotara, Bay of Plenty and Otarawairere Bay are top sights worth seeing.

Coastlands
Though Coastlands might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Wairere Falls and Te Manuka Tutahi Marae.
