Mata

Whangarei

Popular places to visit

Whangarei featuring a bay or harbor, a marina and sailing

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.

Town Basin Marina
Whangarei Quarry Gardens featuring a park

Whangarei Quarry Gardens

Enjoy the fruits of this remarkable community garden project as you explore areas planted with species of indigenous and subtropical plants.

Whangarei Quarry Gardens
Botanica & Cafler Park which includes interior views and a park

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.

Botanica & Cafler Park
Whangarei showing heritage architecture, a park and a house

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.

Reyburn House
Claphams National Clock Museum

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.

Claphams National Clock Museum

Whangarei Art Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Whangarei Art Museum in Whangarei. Wander the marina and beaches in the area.

Whangarei Art Museum

Things to do

Whangārei: Hundertwasser Art Centre Full day access

Whangārei: Hundertwasser Art Centre: Admission for one day.

P822
per adult
Whangārei: Hundertwasser Art Centre: Admission for one day.
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Your Kiwi Cultural Connection with Tu Tika Tours

P11,507
per adult
Your Kiwi Cultural Connection with Tu Tika Tours
Motorcycle Trike Tours in and around Whangarei

Motorcycle Trike Tours in and around Whangarei

P7,398
per traveler
Motorcycle Trike Tours in and around Whangarei
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Top hotels in Mata

Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre
Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre
3 out of 5
9 Riverside Drive, Whangarei
The price is P6,055 per night from 17 Apr to 18 Apr
P6,055
P6,963 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 17 - Apr 18
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Whangarei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.6/10 Good! (517 reviews)
"Easy access to Whangarei. Love the pool and spa. Makes for a great weekend away."

Reviewed on Mar 27, 2025

Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre
Motel Six
Motel Six
3 out of 5
153 Bank Street, Whangarei
The price is P3,041 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
P3,041
P3,498 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 6 - Apr 7
Stay at this 3-star motel in Whangarei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Claphams Clock Museum and Old Library Arts ...
8/10 Very Good! (274 reviews)
"A very cute property and place to stay. The studio was very nice and well equiped, lacked an aircon."

Reviewed on Mar 28, 2025

Motel Six
Kingswood Manor Motel
Kingswood Manor Motel
3.5 out of 5
260 Kamo Road, Whangarei, Northland
The price is P4,424 per night from 8 Apr to 9 Apr
P4,424
P5,087 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 8 - Apr 9
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Whangarei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Whangarei Quarry Gardens and Whangarei Falls ...
8/10 Very Good! (479 reviews)
"I did a last minute booking. Check in and out was easy. The room met my needs for the 2 nights we were there."

Reviewed on Mar 13, 2025

Kingswood Manor Motel
Quest Whangarei
Quest Whangarei
3.5 out of 5
58 Bank Street, Whangarei
The price is P6,332 per night from 9 Apr to 10 Apr
P6,332
P7,281 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 9 - Apr 10
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Whangarei. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Tuatara Gallery and Old Library ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (273 reviews)
"For the price this place is basic. You are paying 5 star prices and getting 3 star standard. Basic. Lamps in bedroom didn’t work. It was just cheap, cold no view not comfortable in the apartment. I stay all over nz for work and I have never paid over $330 for a night in such a basic hotel. I’ll never ..."

Reviewed on Aug 15, 2023

Quest Whangarei
Quality Hotel Oceans Tutukaka
Quality Hotel Oceans Tutukaka
4 out of 5
1 Marina Drive, Rd3, Tutukaka
The price is P5,051 per night from 5 May to 6 May
P5,051
P5,809 total
includes taxes & fees
May 5 - May 6
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Tutukaka. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a marina. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (516 reviews)
Stunning location
"Friendly comfortable hotel in a good spot. Opted for harbour view and it was worth it. Stunning place. Everything provided in the room."

Reviewed on Mar 7, 2025

Quality Hotel Oceans Tutukaka
Aaron Court Motel
Aaron Court Motel
2.5 out of 5
22 Wolfe Street, Whangarei
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P4,977 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
P4,977
P5,723 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 13 - Apr 14
Stay at this aparthotel in Whangarei. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Claphams Clock Museum and Hundertwasser Art ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (62 reviews)
"Comfortable and spacious."

Reviewed on Feb 11, 2025

Aaron Court Motel
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Other neighbourhoods around Mata

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Marsden Cove

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Marsden Cove and surrounding area, you can visit Mcleod Bay and Mount Manaia.

Marsden Cove
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One Tree Point

While One Tree Point might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Mcleod Bay and Mount Manaia.

One Tree Point
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Portland

While Portland might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Northland Event Centre and Botanica & Cafler Park.

Portland
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Oakleigh

While visiting Oakleigh, you might make a stop by sights like Ruakaka Beach and Mcleod Bay.

Oakleigh
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Marsden Point

Though Marsden Point might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Reotahi Bay and Mcleod Bay.

Marsden Point
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Otaika

When in Otaika, you can plan a visit to Botanica & Cafler Park and Northland Event Centre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Otaika

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