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Mount Maunganui

Mount Maunganui, Tauranga, New Zealand

Mount Maunganui

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Mount Maunganui

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Landmark4.8/5

Mauao / Mount Maunganui summit

Mauao, or Mount Maunganui summit, is a fantastic spot to unleash your inner adventurer! Located in sunny Mount Maunganui, New Zealand, this mighty peak rewards you with sweeping views of golden beaches, turquoise waters, and lush greenery. Lace up your hiking boots, conquer the trail, and get ready to be blown away by the jaw-dropping scenery from this ultimate nature playground!

Landmark4.8/5

Maunganui Beach

Renowned for its golden sands and stunning surf, Maunganui Beach offers a breathtaking backdrop of Mount Maunganui, making it a perfect destination for sunbathers, surfers, and nature lovers alike.

Landmark4.7/5

Pilot Bay Beach

Nestled alongside Mount Maunganui, Pilot Bay Beach boasts stunning views, calm waters, and a charming promenade, making it the perfect spot for families and sunseekers alike to relax and enjoy the scenic beauty.

Landmark4.8/5

Leisure Island / Moturiki Island

Moturiki Island, known as Leisure Island, is a picturesque coastal gem in Tauranga, offering stunning beaches, scenic walking trails, and mesmerizing views of the Pacific Ocean, making it a perfect spot for relaxation and adventure.

Landmark4.4/5

The Mount Mainstreet

Nestled in the heart of Mount Maunganui, The Mount Mainstreet offers a vibrant blend of boutique shops, cafes, and stunning beach views, making it an iconic destination for both locals and visitors seeking a unique coastal experience.

Landmark4.6/5

Mount Maunganui Lifeguard Service Inc

With its dedicated lifeguards and stunning beachfront, Mount Maunganui Lifeguard Service Inc offers a safe haven for beachgoers, making it an iconic destination for both relaxation and adventure in New Zealand's beautiful Bay of Plenty.

Landmark4.6/5

Bay Oval

Landmark4.4/5

Mercury Baypark

Landmark4.5/5

Mount Hot Pools

Landmark4.9/5

Pilot Bay Boardwalk

Shop4.4/5

Mount Maunganui Golf Club

Landmark4.9/5

Hibiscus Surf School Mount Maunganui

Landmark4.7/5

Mount Maunganui trek, base trail and lookout trail access

Shop3.2/5

Sisters & Co

Eat$$$4.4/5

The Rising Tide

Nestled in Mount Maunganui, The Rising Tide offers stunning ocean views, a vibrant atmosphere, and delectable cuisine, making it a must-visit destination for locals and travelers seeking a taste of coastal charm and community.

Eat$$$4.7/5

Rice Rice Baby

Eat$$$4.6/5

Rosie's Red-Hot Cantina - Mount Maunganui

Eat4.2/5

Copenhagen Cones

Eat$$4.7/5

Little Guy Bagel And Coffee House

At Little Guy Bagel And Coffee House, indulge in delicious artisanal bagels paired with locally roasted coffee, all within a cozy atmosphere that perfectly captures the vibrant spirit of Mount Maunganui.

Cafe$$$4.8/5

Soul Boul Cafe

Stays

Stay4.55/5

Quest Mt Maunganui

Quest Mt Maunganui in Mount Maunganui offers 4-star aparthotel rooms with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and modern amenities. Guests enjoy free WiFi, a fitness centre, and a lift for easy access. The aparthotel provides free WiFi, a fitness centre, and a lift for easy access. Additional facilities include a daily housekeeping service, electric vehicle charging station, family rooms, full-day security, express check-in and check-out, and luggage storage. Located 4 km from Tauranga Airport, Pilot Bay Beach is a 7-minute walk away. Nearby attractions include Mount Maunganui and Mount Maunganui Beach. Guests appreciate the room cleanliness, convenient location, and comfortable accommodations.

Stay$$$$4.75/5

Belle Mer Beachfront Apartments

Belle Mer Self - Serviced Apartments offers spacious beachfront accommodation with fantastic sea views. Each apartment includes a kitchen, laundry facilities, bathroom, and satellite TV. All apartments at Belle Mer include a fully equipped kitchen with microwave and dishwasher, plus a washing machine and dryer. Guest facilities include a heated outdoor swimming pool, barbecue entertainment area and free car parking. Belle Mer Self - Serviced Apartments is just across the road from the beautiful white sand beach of Mount Maunganui. It is located just 300 metres to the shopping, cafes, bars and restaurants of the town centre.

Stay$$$$4.55/5

Baywatch Motor Inn

A 5-minute walk from Pilot Bay and Mount Main Beach, Baywatch Motor Inn offers barbecue facilities and an outdoor plunge pool. It provides free Wi-Fi access and free parking. All rooms feature panoramic windows with city views. The air-conditioned guest rooms are equipped with electric blankets, soundproofed windows and a flat-screen TV. Each also comes with a microwave, a fridge and a toaster. Mount Maunganui Baywatch Motor Inn is 2.7 km from The Mount and 4.8 km from Bayfair Shopping Centre. It is 5 km from Tauranga Airport and 6.5 km from Tauranga Bridge Marina.

Stay$$4.3/5

Capri On Pilot Bay Apartments

Located in the heart of Mount Maunganui, Capri on Pilot Bay offers an outdoor pool, free WiFi and free on-site parking. Each apartment, except business studio, offers a balcony. Mount Maunganui Capri Apartment are 3 minutes' walk from The Mount and Mount Maunganui's main beach. Tauranga is 10 minutes' drive away. The self-contained apartments include a dining area, a private bathroom and a lounge area with flat-screen TV and DVD player. Some of the One-Bedroom Apartments, Two-Bedroom Apartments and Family Two-Bedroom Apartments have heat pumps/air conditioning, subject to availability. All other rooms have heat pumps/air conditioning. Exterior painting works will be taking place at Capri on Pilot Bay between 29 April and 29 May 2026, Monday to Friday. Guests should expect noise from boom lift operation and waterblasting between 7:30am and 5:00pm. All facilities remain open during this period and we expect minimal guest interruption.

Stay$$$4.25/5

Aquarius Motor Inn

Aquarius Motor Inn offers accommodation directly opposite the Bay Oval and Blake Park. It is 2 km from the Mount Main Beach and Tay Street Beach is an 8 minute walk where you can find cafes and shops. Club Mount Maunganui is 600 m from the property and offers a free shuttle service to guests. All air-conditioned rooms feature a kitchenette with a microwave, tea making facilities and toaster. There is a work desk, a large flat-screen TV with satellite channels and free WiFi. There is a private bathroom in all rooms with complimentary toiletries. The larger suites include a separate lounge/dining area with kitchen facilities. Guests can relax with an outdoor swimming pool. Free onsite parking is available. Laundry facilities are available at the property. Local activities include hiking, horse riding, skydiving and swimming with dolphins. The motel reception can assist with tourist information. Bikes and surfboards can be hired locally. Tauranga Airport is 3 km from the property. Bayfair shopping Mall is 4 km away, while Trustpower Baypark Stadium and Trustpower Arena is 5 km from the property.

Stay$4.2/5

Pacific Coast Lodge & Backpackers

Pacific Coast Lodge and Backpackers in Mount Maunganui offers a terrace and free WiFi in public areas. Guests enjoy air-conditioning, carpeted floors, and inner courtyard views. The hostel features a lounge, shared kitchen, games room, full-day security, bicycle parking, barbecue facilities, tour desk, and luggage storage. Free on-site private parking is available. Mount Maunganui Beach is a 15-minute walk away. Tauranga Airport is 4 km from the property. A restaurant is located in the surroundings. Guests appreciate the attentive staff, convenient location, and room cleanliness.

Stay$$4.15/5

Blue Haven Motel

Offering free parking, Blue Haven Motel is located across the road from the New World Supermarket. Guests enjoy unlimited free WiFi throughout the property. All rooms are equipped with fans, electric blankets, heating and a Smart TV, with Netflix app, You Tube and built in Freeview channels. Each has a kitchen or a kitchenette with a refrigerator, a stove and a microwave. A hairdryer and ironing facilities are provided. Guests can enjoy an outdoor barbecue surrounded by lovely gardens. A guest laundry is available and provides free use of a washing machine, plus a coin-operated clothes dryer. Blue Haven Motel is just 150 metres from the shops, cafes and restaurants at Central Parade. It is 1.5 km from Mount Maunganui Golf Course and 2 km from Mount Maunganui.

Stay$$$4/5

Gateway Motor Inn

Gateway Motor Inn offers well-appointed rooms with flat-screen TVs and free parking. A 10-minute walk from Mount Maunganui Golf Course, it has barbecue facilities in the garden. Featuring neutral shades, rooms have a fridge, microwave oven and dining area. Select rooms boast a kitchenette and a spa bath. Free WiFi access is available. A 6-minute drive from Tauranga Airport, Gateway Motor Inn is a 30-minute drive from Historic Maketu and Paengaroa. It is an hour’s drive from Waihi Beach. Added conveniences include laundry facilities and daily newspapers.

Stay$$$3.7/5

Oceanside Resort & Twin Towers

Located across the road from Mount Maunganui Beach, the 3-storey Oceanside Resort features 2 pools, a gym and a sauna. Each room has a private balcony or patio with mountain or garden views. Oceanside Resort & Twin Towers are just 2 minutes’ walk from Tauranga Harbour and 5 minutes’ walk from central Mount Maunganui. Tauranga Airport is a 10-minute drive away and McLaren Falls is a 45-minute drive away. All rooms have a microwave, refrigerator and tea and coffee making facilities. Each room also has flat-screen television with SKY TV. The hotel includes a free guest laundry on site.

Stay4.9/5

Paradise Beach Luxury Accommodation Papamoa

This Papamoa Beach accommodation has two separate barns, so groups can stay together while keeping private rooms and spaces.

Stay4.7/5

Mission Belle Motel

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