Introduction
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 September
Estimated hotel price
$69
1 night at 3-star hotel
Whitianga in September
Estimated hotel price
$69
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 New Zealand Discount Car Rentals and Apex, 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 New Zealand Discount Car Rentals and Apex, among others, in Auckland.

Airports near Whitianga

AKLAuckland Intl
HLZHamilton
TRGTauranga

Airlines serving Whitianga

Lufthansa
Good (7,407 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,385 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,360 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,953 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,734 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,968 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,924 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,929 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,334 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,624 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,143 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,484 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,250 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,883 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,323 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (993 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,365 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (861 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,912 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (278 reviews)
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Where to stay in Whitianga

Average rates range from around $156 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $300 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Whitianga

Most booked hotels in Whitianga

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Beachfront Resort
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
$195+
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Hot Water Beach Top 10 Holiday Park
0 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$96+
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Peninsula Motel
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$129+
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Aotearoa Lodge
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$122+
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Beachside Resort Motel Whitianga
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$129+
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Albert Number 6
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$99+
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Hiring a car in Whitianga

Expect to pay $2.39 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 $28.64 and $38.18.

Expect to pay $2.39 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 $28.64 and $38.18.

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