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

Whitianga travel guide

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You're Going to Love Whitianga

With a population of 3.367, Whitianga is a must-see destination in Waikato, New Zealand. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Whitianga to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Whitianga

Whitianga in July
Estimated hotel price
$95
1 night at 3-star hotel
Whitianga in July
Estimated hotel price
$95
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Whitianga

Plane

When flying to Whitianga, you’ll arrive at Whitianga (WTZ), which is located 1 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Whitianga is to pick up a car hire from Auckland, which is about 83 km from Whitianga. You’ll find branches of Autounion Car Rental and Rental Cars 247, among others, in Auckland.

Plane

When flying to Whitianga, you’ll arrive at Whitianga (WTZ), which is located 1 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Whitianga is to pick up a car hire from Auckland, which is about 83 km from Whitianga. You’ll find branches of Autounion Car Rental and Rental Cars 247, among others, in Auckland.

Airports near Whitianga

AKLAuckland Intl
HLZHamilton
TRGTauranga

Airlines serving Whitianga

Lufthansa
Good (8,231 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,578 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,229 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,074 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,465 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,587 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,249 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,734 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,662 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,224 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,984 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,648 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,536 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,431 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,488 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,602 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (3,034 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (318 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,940 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,040 reviews)
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Where to stay in Whitianga

Average rates range from around $131 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $228 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Whitianga

Most booked hotels in Whitianga

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Bailey's At The Beach Motel
3 stars
Excellent (9.4, Excellent reviews)
$167+
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Peninsula Motel
3 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
$107+
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Oceanside Motel
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$158+
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Hot Water Beach Top 10 Holiday Park
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$59+
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Beachside Resort Whitianga
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$117+
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Albert Number 6 Motel
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$101+
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Hiring a car in Whitianga

Expect to pay $2.58 per litre in Whitianga (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $30.89 and $41.19.

Expect to pay $2.58 per litre in Whitianga (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $30.89 and $41.19.