Whangarei Central Travel Guide
Whangarei
Visit Whangarei Central
Popular places to visit
Town Basin Marina
Explore the waterfront in Whangarei with a trip to Town Basin Marina. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.
Reyburn House
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Reyburn House in Whangarei. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.
Claphams National Clock Museum
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Claphams National Clock Museum during your travels in Whangarei. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.
Whangarei Quarry Gardens
Explore the great outdoors at Whangarei Quarry Gardens, a lovely green space in Whangarei. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.
Botanica & Cafler Park
You can find out about the history of Whangarei with a visit to Botanica & Cafler Park. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.
Whangarei Art Museum
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Whangarei Art Museum during your trip to Whangarei. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.
Top hotels in Whangarei Central
Quest Whangarei
Lovely clean room Very spacious
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Grand Hotel, Whangarei
I like old buildings so that was cool. Location is great. Only downside is parking is tough.
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre
The room was clean and large, however I booked for two separate people and there was no spare bed, or trundler bed, available. The restaurant was great - the breakfast was superb!
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Discovery Settlers Hotel
Ideal location, easy to find, ample parking, great staff. Plenty of space in room, well equipped with drawers and hangers. Excellent breakfast with plenty of choice. What's not to love!
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Kingswood Manor Motel
Rooms were clean and tidy. Very comfortable.
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Quality Hotel Oceans Tutukaka
Super friendly staff and the room was amazing with a beautiful view. We really enjoyed the pool as well. Thank you 😊 We will definitely stay with you again.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Whangarei Central
Morningside
While there might not be top attractions in Morningside, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Whangarei Art Museum and Reyburn House.
Riverside
When in Riverside, you can plan a visit to Town Basin Marina and Reyburn House, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Regent
Though Regent may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Town Basin Marina and Whangarei Art Museum.
Parahaki
If you're spending some time in Parahaki, Mair Park and Camera Obscura Timatatanga Hou are top sights worth seeing.
Port Whangarei
When in Port Whangarei, you can plan a visit to Reyburn House and Whangarei Art Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Kensington
Kensington might not have many top sights, but Whangarei Quarry Gardens and Quarry Arts Centre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
