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

Whakatane travel guide

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You're Going to Love Whakatane

With a population of 18.602, Whakatane is a must-see destination in Bay of Plenty, New Zealand. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Whakatane deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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When to visit Whakatane

Whakatane in March
Estimated hotel price
$86
1 night at 3-star hotel
Whakatane in March
Estimated hotel price
$86
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Whakatane in January, when the average temperature is 19 °C, and the highest can go up to 24 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is June, when it can get as cold as 4 °C, with an average temperature of 9 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 130 mm. In contrast, March is usually the driest month of the year in Whakatane, with an average rainfall of 70 mm.

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How to Get to Whakatane

Plane

When flying to Whakatane, you’ll arrive at Whakatane (WHK), which is located 8 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Whakatane is to pick up a car hire from Auckland, which is about 232 km from Whakatane. You’ll find branches of New Zealand Discount Car Rentals and Autounion Car Rental, among others, in Auckland.

Plane

When flying to Whakatane, you’ll arrive at Whakatane (WHK), which is located 8 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Whakatane is to pick up a car hire from Auckland, which is about 232 km from Whakatane. You’ll find branches of New Zealand Discount Car Rentals and Autounion Car Rental, among others, in Auckland.

Airports near Whakatane

ROTRotorua
HLZHamilton
TRGTauranga

Airlines serving Whakatane

Etihad Airways
Good (1,331 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,412 reviews)
Air China
Good (127 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (947 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (552 reviews)
Jetstar
Good (490 reviews)

Where to stay in Whakatane

Average rates range from around $112 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $238 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Whakatane

Most booked hotels in Whakatane

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Awa Motel
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$120+
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Hiring a car in Whakatane

Expect to pay $2.39 per litre in Whakatane (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $28.66 and $38.21. Economy (Suzuki Swift or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Whakatane, while also 36% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $2.39 per litre in Whakatane (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $28.66 and $38.21. Economy (Suzuki Swift or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Whakatane, while also 36% cheaper than other types, on average.