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BAY OF PLENTY & GISBORNE
DRIVING DISTANCES:
TAURANGA TO: Auckland 205 kms, 2 hrs 55 mins
Whakatane 96 kms, 1 hr 30 mins
GISBORNE TO
Opotiki via East Cape Coastal road (SH35) 334 kms, 6 hrs
Opotiki direct via SH2 145 kms, 2 hrs
SPECIAL EVENTS:
29-31 Dec 2022 – Rhythm & Vines
28-29 Jan 2023 – One Love Festival
24 Mar-02 Apr 2023 – Flavours of Plenty Festival
April 2023 – 60th National Jazz Festival
Sep 2023 – Zespri AIMS games
Oct 2023 – First Light Wine & Food Festival
14 July 2023 – Te Tairawhiti Arts Festival - Matariki
TOP NATURAL ATTRACTIONS: around the base or breathtaking views from the top. Each room has a private balcony or patio. include a 15-metre lap pool, hot pool, gym, sauna, guest laundry, WiFi access, accessible rooms, and secure car parking.
» 100 kms of white sand and surf beaches. The favourites being Ohope Beach, Papamona Beach and the 2 beaches at Mount Maunganui – one ocean side, the other sheltered on the harbour side.
» Maunga Hikurangi is the sacred mountain of the Ngati Porou people, and the first place in the world to see the sunrise. Gain access to our sacred maunga and sacred sites to obtain a unique authentic Maori cultural experience and sunrise.
» Stroll the 2.9 km walk around the base of Mount Maunganui.
» Superb Tuna and Marlin fishing and diving.
» New Zealand’s iconic fruit, the Kiwifruit are harvested for 6 weeks from early May.
» Exceptional wineries, award-winning ciders and the oldest independent brewery in New Zealand. Gisborne is a thirst-quenching region to appease even the most refined taste buds.
» Dive Tatapouri located 15 minutes from Gisborne offers a world famous interactive marine experience with Stingrays and other sea life.
GISBORNE Bella Vista Gisborne
From the moment you arrive you'll enjoy the convenience of being located in close proximity to the Gisborne CBD for business, shops, entertainment and other activities. At Bella Vista Gisborne we cater for all your business and recreational needs.
French Country House
Nestled in the hills amidst 40 acres of park-like grounds, with spectacular views from the balcony over the countryside to the ocean. Pairing rustic elegance with modern refinement, the three bedrooms are spacious and light with an irresistible charm. From exposed wooden beams to fine Italian linens and crystal chandeliers, each room is a unique sanctuary.
Awa Motel
Nestled between the Whakatāne River and a tree-lined escarpment, this quiet location is only minutes’ walk from the town centre’s boutique shopping and restaurants. Start the day with a gourmet breakfast from their onsite café. Amenities include unlimited free WiFi, onsite gift shop, undercover outdoor dining area, free laundry facilities, and free
GISBORNE Portside Hotel
Located right on the water’s edge, this hotel offers understated urban elegance and personalised service in a friendly atmosphere. Contemporary guest rooms and suites all feature stunning views of the inner harbour or city from a private balcony or patio. Amenities include an outdoor swimming pool, cardio room, and unlimited free WiFi.