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 August
Estimated hotel price
$66
1 night at 3-star hotel
Whitianga in August
Estimated hotel price
$66
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 mile from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Whitianga is to pick up a car hire from Auckland, which is about 52 miles from Whitianga. You’ll find branches of New Zealand Discount Car Rentals and Autounion Car Rental, among others, in Auckland.

Plane

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

Car

Another option to get to Whitianga is to pick up a car hire from Auckland, which is about 52 miles from Whitianga. You’ll find branches of New Zealand Discount Car Rentals and Autounion Car Rental, among others, in Auckland.

Airports near Whitianga

AKLAuckland Intl
HLZHamilton
TRGTauranga

Airlines serving Whitianga

Lufthansa
Good (7,207 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,366 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,091 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,982 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,654 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,894 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,819 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,861 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,286 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,594 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,680 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,416 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,351 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,306 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,224 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,320 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (924 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (790 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,916 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (266 reviews)
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Where to stay in Whitianga

Average rates range from around $157 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $299 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)
$198+
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Hot Water Beach Top 10 Holiday Park
0 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$94+
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Peninsula Motel
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$120+
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Aotearoa Lodge
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$122+
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Beachside Resort Motel Whitianga
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$81+
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Albert Number 6
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$100+
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Hiring a car in Whitianga

Expect to pay $2.44 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 $29.22 and $38.96.

Expect to pay $2.44 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 $29.22 and $38.96.

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