Bluff Hill

Napier

Pania of the Reef which includes art and a statue or sculpture
Bluff Hill Domain Lookout featuring views and general coastal views as well as a small group of people
Bluff Hill Domain Lookout featuring general coastal views as well as a couple
Bluff Hill Domain Lookout featuring a house
Bluff Hill Domain Lookout showing a bay or harbor and signage

Popular places to visit

Napier Prison

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.

Napier Prison
Bluff Hill Domain Lookout featuring general coastal views as well as a couple

Bluff Hill Domain Lookout

As one of the best vantage points in Napier, this rocky viewpoint has commanding views of the turquoise waters of Hawke’s Bay and the Port of Napier.

Bluff Hill Domain Lookout
Pania of the Reef

Pania of the Reef

Surrounded by tranquil gardens, this elegant life-size statue is symbolic of the city’s coastal location.

Pania of the Reef
Centennial Gardens

Centennial Gardens

Explore the great outdoors at Centennial Gardens, a lovely green space in Napier. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Centennial Gardens
National Aquarium of New Zealand which includes marine life

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.

Marine Parade
National Aquarium of New Zealand featuring marine life

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.

National Aquarium of New Zealand

Things to do

Views from Te Mata Peak

Best of Napier & Hawkes Bay Tour

P4,943
per adult
Best of Napier & Hawkes Bay Tour
Shore Excursion: Napier and Surrounding Countryside Scenic Tour

Shore Excursion: Napier and Surrounding Countryside Scenic Tour

P4,614
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Shore Excursion: Napier and Surrounding Countryside Scenic Tour
Private Sightseeing Tour + wine tasting

Private Sightseeing Tour + wine tasting (4 hrs)

P34,769
per traveler
Private Sightseeing Tour + wine tasting (4 hrs)
Small Group 2.5-Hour Napier History and Art Deco Tour

Small Group - Napier History and Art Deco Tour - 2.5 hours

P2,966
per adult
Small Group - Napier History and Art Deco Tour - 2.5 hours
Napier: Shore Excursion Cycle Winery Tour - Half Day

Napier: Shore Excursion Cycle Winery Tour - Half Day, self-guided

P2,801
per adult
Napier: Shore Excursion Cycle Winery Tour - Half Day, self-guided
One of our photo stops on the day.

Shore Excursion: 4-Hour Discover Hawkes Bay and Napier Tour

P4,120
per adult
Shore Excursion: 4-Hour Discover Hawkes Bay and Napier Tour
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Top hotels in Bluff Hill

Beach Front Motel Napier
Beach Front Motel Napier
4 out of 5
373 Marine Parade, Napier
The price is P4,742 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
P4,742
P5,454 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 23 - Feb 24
Stay at this 4-star beach motel in Napier. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private spa tubs. Popular attractions Marine Parade and National Aquarium of New ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (947 reviews)
"Met expectations. Clean and comfortable stay."

Reviewed on Feb 13, 2025

Beach Front Motel Napier
Kennedy Park Resort
Kennedy Park Resort
2.5 out of 5
11 Storkey St, Napier, Hawke's Bay
The price is P1,166 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
P1,166
P1,341 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 2 - Mar 3
Stay at this resort in Napier. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Onekawa ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (177 reviews)
"I would have loved to give 5 stars for everything. Our stay was relaxing and so much fun for the kids. I would definitely recommend to friends and family. My only issue was SOME of your reception staff are quite rude and their attitudes match their rude looking faces. The ground keepers were always ..."

Reviewed on Feb 9, 2025

Kennedy Park Resort
The Nautilus Napier
The Nautilus Napier
4 out of 5
387 Marine Parade, Napier
The price is P4,492 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
P4,492
P5,166 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 23 - Feb 24
Stay at this 4-star spa aparthotel in Napier. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,864 reviews)
"Excellent quality clean modern rooms very reasonably priced. Good location for our stay, parking on site, large screen TV, was a lot of pleasant surprises I didnt expect from a small motel, it was definitely value for money and would highly recommend."

Reviewed on Feb 3, 2025

The Nautilus Napier
Shoreline Motel
Shoreline Motel
4.5 out of 5
377 Marine Parade, Napier
The price is P4,722 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
P4,722
P5,431 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 23 - Feb 24
Stay at this 4.5-star beach motel in Napier. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Everything about this place was amazing. Location, jet tub looking out to the ocean. Only complaint was the bed was uncomfortable."

Reviewed on Feb 15, 2025

Shoreline Motel
Scenic Hotel Te Pania
Scenic Hotel Te Pania
4 out of 5
45 Marine Parade, Napier South, Napier
The price is P5,097 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
P5,097
P5,861 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 23 - Feb 24
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Napier. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (997 reviews)
"Nice location right on water. Breakfast was giid"

Reviewed on Feb 9, 2025

Scenic Hotel Te Pania
Navigate Seaside Hotel
Navigate Seaside Hotel
4 out of 5
50 Waghorne Street, Ahuriri, Napier
The price is P7,170 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
P7,170
P8,245 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 23 - Feb 24
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Napier. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (785 reviews)
"Perfect place to stay….Definitely back again…"

Reviewed on Feb 8, 2025

Navigate Seaside Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Bluff Hill

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Hospital Hill

Hospital Hill might not have many top sights, but War Memorial Conference Center and McLean Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Hospital Hill
National Tobacco Company Building

Ahuriri

If you're spending some time in Ahuriri, National Tobacco Company Building and The Urban Winery are top sights worth seeing.

Ahuriri
Napier featuring a lake or waterhole

Napier South

While visiting Napier South, you might make a stop by sights like McLean Park and National Aquarium of New Zealand.

Napier South
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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.

Pandora
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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.

Marewa
This cycle/walk way is VERY near the tidal waterways - or in this case, under it. Nice area to walk near the airport, with quite a few birds to be seen.

Westshore

Beaches, spas, and seafood restaurants highlight some of the notable features of Westshore. Make a stop by Westshore Beach while you're exploring.

Westshore

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