Indulge: 12 unique food and drink experiences in the Hawke’s Bay
While the region is famous for its undeniably stellar vineyards, there are plenty of other dining options in the Hawke’s...
Modern dining at Napier's Bistronomy. © Tourism Hawke's Bay
At The Rocks Motor Lodge Visit website
At The Rocks Motor Lodge is unique and modern featuring deluxe studio, executive suites and family units with local ambience. Overlooking the Ahuriri Wildlife Reserve . . . More . . .
Thermal Explorer Highway: Auckland to Napier
How about an epic roadie straight down the North Island to the land where the languid meandering of the mighty Waikato gives way to the hiss of steam in roistering Rotorua? Read the story . . .
Bay View Holiday Park & Motels Visit website
Opened in 2008 this complex is set in beautiful, peaceful, park-like grounds surrounded by rural New Zealand. Just 8 kms from Napier CBD, our Holiday . . . More . . .
Classic New Zealand Wine Trail: Napier to Blenheim
What better way to taste your way across islands and through three of New Zealand's major wine-producing regions than on the Classic New Zealand Wine Trail... Read the story . . .
Edgewater Motor Lodge Visit website
Edgewater Motor Lodge offers superb waterfront accommodation with all units having spectacular sea views of Hawke's Bay and Cape Kidnappers. We are close to the . . . More . . .
A road less travelled: on the trail of a hot lamb sandwich
Travelling from Auckland to Wellington via Taumarunui, Napier, Gisborne and Tauranga in search of an old-fashioned Kiwi treat. Read the story . . .
Spanish Lady Motel Visit website
Air conditioned spacious ground floor unit with Spa, swimming pool, free unlimited wifi, calls within NZ and Newspaper on request. 2TVs in every unit with . . . More . . .
Loved by the locals: Hawke's Bay
Do what the locals do in the Hawke's Bay. Read the story . . .
What to do in Napier
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Things to doAnchorage Motor Lodge Visit website
Enjoy Napier accommodation with beautiful sea and mountain views. We have lift access to 44 well-appointed studio, 1 and 2-bedroom suites, most with large corner spas. . . . More . . .
Hawke’s Bay: in search of the good life
Hawke’s Bay isn’t on the way to anywhere. It requires a deliberate choice to discover its delights. Read the story . . .
BK's Fountain Court Motor Inn Visit website
Welcome to BK's Fountain Court Motor Inn. Luxury accommodation in the centre of Napier City. Superior and executive studio rooms, 1 and 2-bedroom suites and . . . More . . .
Hawke's Bay: the finest of wines
There are over 70 vineyards in the Hawke's Bay – about half of which you can visit. Taste the fruits of the vines and their vintners’ zeal and, in many cases, have a bite to eat at the same time. Read the story . . .
Albatross Motel Visit website
The Albatross Motel scored 9.5/10 in Target TV's hidden camera trial . Offering 35 units,studios, deluxe studio units and 1 and 2-bedroom family units. . . . More . . .
Gisborne to Wellington: sampling the finer things in life
Experience hot pools, beaches, art, culture, heritage and wildife on a road trip from Gisborne to Wellington. Read the story . . .
Marineland Motel & Restaurant Visit website
Beachfront location, with an indoor heated swimming pool available all year round. Highly recommended corporate and family accommodation.Marineland Beach front Motel has 23 ground-floor, quiet, . . . More . . .
Hawke's Bay: cycle trail tales
Though a multi-day cycling tour has its perils (bike shorts are highly recommended), what it offers in return is a chance to see a popular destination at a more human pace than cars allow. Read the story . . .