Onerahi
Whangarei
Popular places to visit
Town Basin Marina
Stroll through this picturesque yachting marina and along its pedestrianized river inlet, a place where seafaring, heritage, arts and culture come together.
Whangarei Quarry Gardens
Enjoy the fruits of this remarkable community garden project as you explore areas planted with species of indigenous and subtropical plants.
Botanica & Cafler Park
See one of New Zealand’s largest collections of native ferns in a tranquil garden complex and explore the adjoining park for a relaxing time.
Reyburn House
Visit Whangarei's oldest settlers house at its scenic riverside location in the Town Basin, to browse one of New Zealand’s delightful art galleries.
Claphams National Clock Museum
Take a guided tour of this unique museum to see one of the largest collections of clocks in the Southern Hemisphere.
Mt Manaia
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mt Manaia during your travels in Whangarei. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.
Things to do
Explore the legacy of artist, ecologist, architect, visionary
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Top hotels in Onerahi
Comfort Hotel Flames Whangerei
Large room, great staff, restaurant looked nice but we didn't have time to test it!
Reviewed on Jan 20, 2026
Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre
Staff was excellent, the room was a little tired but fine, the best part was we had a perfect view of our boat in the harbor,
Reviewed on Feb 14, 2026
Kingswood Manor Motel
The staff was extremely helpful when told we needed a ground floor room for easy access. The room was clean and well supplied with blankets and pillows. Good air con, the kitchen was supplied for cooking if so chosen, very good guest information to select eating places - Sal’s New York pizza was ...
Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026
Quality Hotel Oceans Tutukaka
The room was lovely and clean. The location is great. I booked this hotel for the pool and based on the photos of it, however when I arrived the pool area had only one lounge chair and everyone else had to lie on the concrete. If I knew the area around the pool wasn’t comfortable I wouldn’t have ...
Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026
Discovery Settlers Hotel
Staff
Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026
Aaron Court Motel
Very courteous and helpful staff. Clean and well looked after.
Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Onerahi
Port Whangarei
Though Port Whangarei might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Whangarei Art Museum and Town Basin Marina.
Parahaki
While visiting Parahaki, you might make a stop by sights like Mair Park and Camera Obscura Timatatanga Hou.
Morningside
When in Morningside, you can plan a visit to Botanica & Cafler Park and Whangarei Art Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Whangarei Central
If you're spending some time in Whangarei Central, Whangarei Art Museum and Town Basin Marina are top sights worth seeing.
Riverside
While Riverside isn't home to many top sights, Town Basin Marina and Whangarei Art Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.
Abbey Caves
Abbey Caves is well-liked for its spas, and you can visit sights like Town Basin Marina and Whangarei Art Museum if you have time to explore the area.
