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.
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.
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.
Whakatane River Walk
You can take time to visit Whakatane River Walk during your travels to Whakatane. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.
Whakatane War Memorial Hall
You can learn about the history of Whakatane with a visit to Whakatane War Memorial Hall. Discover the volcano viewpoints while you're in the area.
Top hotels in Poroporo

The Com Plex Motel
Everything was exceptional. Will definitely return
Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025

Tuscany Villas Boutique Motel
Great walkable location. See the falls, rock, and cave all walkable from Tuscany.
Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025

Whakatane Holiday Park
Very friendly staff. Our accomodation was very modern and presented to a very high standard in cleanliness. Wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again
Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025

Ōhope Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park
Family friendly
Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025

Awa Motel
Rooms are clean and spacious.
Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025

One88 On Commerce
Best Motel we have stayed in at Whakatāne
Reviewed on Dec 29, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Poroporo

Whakatāne Town
If you're spending some time in Whakatāne Town, Te Papaka & Puketapu and Wairere Falls 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 Mataatua: The House That Came Home.
