Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Papamoa travel guide

Papamoa Tourism | Papamoa Guide

You're Going to Love Papamoa

Papamoa is a must-see destination in Bay of Plenty, New Zealand. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Papamoa to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Papamoa

Papamoa in May
Estimated hotel price
$113
1 night at 3-star hotel
Papamoa in May
Estimated hotel price
$113
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Papamoa

Plane

When flying to Papamoa, you’ll arrive at Tauranga (TRG), which is located 11 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Papamoa from Australia departs from Melbourne and takes around 8h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Papamoa is to pick up a car hire from Auckland, which is about 168 km from Papamoa. You’ll find branches of Autounion Car Rental and North Car Rental, among others, in Auckland.

Plane

When flying to Papamoa, you’ll arrive at Tauranga (TRG), which is located 11 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Papamoa from Australia departs from Melbourne and takes around 8h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Papamoa is to pick up a car hire from Auckland, which is about 168 km from Papamoa. You’ll find branches of Autounion Car Rental and North Car Rental, among others, in Auckland.

Airports near Papamoa

ROTRotorua
HLZHamilton
TRGTauranga

Airlines serving Papamoa

Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
Air China
Good (88 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (829 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (471 reviews)
Jetstar
Good (438 reviews)

Where to stay in Papamoa

Average rates range from around $187 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $259 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Papamoa

Most booked hotels in Papamoa

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The Tauranga on the Waterfront
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$198+
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Hotel on Devonport
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$208+
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Trinity Wharf Tauranga
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$222+
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City Suites Tauranga
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$164+
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Hotel Armitage And Conference Centre
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
$144+
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Oceanside Resort & Twin Towers
4 stars
Good (6.9, Good reviews)
$172+
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Hiring a car in Papamoa

Expect to pay $2.60 per litre in Papamoa (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $31.11 and $41.47.

Expect to pay $2.60 per litre in Papamoa (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $31.11 and $41.47.

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