Awatoto
Napier
Popular places to visit
Napier Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Napier Beach during your travels in Awatoto?
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.
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.
Mission Estate Winery
Leave the city behind for a day to experience idyllic countryside surroundings and sip a range of magnificent wines.
Church Road Winery
Delve into the history of winemaking and indulge in some fine local food and an assortment of delicious reds at this Hawke’s Bay winery.
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.
Things to do
Guided 10am Morning Art Deco Walk From Napier Art Deco Trust
National Aquarium of New Zealand in Napier General Admission
Shore Excursion: Napier/ Hawke's Bay & Premium Wineries tour
Napier: Afternoon Wine Tasting + visit Silky Oaks Chocolates
Top hotels in Awatoto
Beach Front Motel Napier
Bed very comfortable,shower was good pressure and location was central and walking distance to cafes,bars etc and beach over the road
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Swiss-Belhotel Napier
Perfectly located - walking distance to Marine Parade and so many wonderful restaurants. Well appointed room, welcoming staff - a lovely place to stay
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Expressotel
Clean and tidy rooms and in a good central location
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Harbour View Motel on Ahuriri Beach in Napier NZ with sea view suites
Staff were very helpful rooms were clean although maybe might need some maintenance. Will stay again.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Scenic Hotel Te Pania
The location was excellent. Room was clean. Staff were helpful.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Shoreline Motel
Was a nice room with a great view from the balcony looking out to the pacific ocean and up and down marine parade in napier The room has a private spa pool in it which was nice to relax in after a buay day out enjoying Napier attractions
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Awatoto
Meeanee
While Meeanee isn't home to many top sights, Pettigrew Green Arena and Church Road Winery are some notable places to visit nearby.
Te Awa
Though Te Awa may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like National Aquarium of New Zealand and McLean Park.
Maraenui
While Maraenui isn't home to many top sights, National Aquarium of New Zealand and McLean Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
Jervoistown
Jervoistown might not have many top sights, but Pettigrew Green Arena and Church Road Winery are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Pirimai
Pirimai might not have many top sights, but Church Road Winery and Park Island Sports Complex are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Marewa
Marewa might not have many top sights, but National Aquarium of New Zealand and McLean Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
