Pandora Travel Guide
Napier
Popular places to visit
Marine Parade
After visiting Marine Parade, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Napier. Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Mission Estate Winery
Leave the city behind for a day to experience idyllic countryside surroundings and sip a range of magnificent wines.
National Aquarium of New Zealand
The tanks at this modern aquarium play host to all kinds of underwater life, from cute sea creatures to fearsome marine predators.
Napier Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Napier Beach during your travels in Awatoto?
Church Road Winery
Delve into the history of winemaking and indulge in some fine local food and an assortment of delicious reds at this Hawke’s Bay winery.
Bluff Hill Domain Lookout
As one of the best vantage points in Napier, this rocky viewpoint has commanding views of the turquoise waters of Hawke’s Bay and the Port of Napier.
Top hotels in Pandora
Beach Front Motel Napier
Room was very clean, staff friendly, very good amenities and very good location
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Kennedy Park Resort
everything was good
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Shoreline Motel
The whole suite reeked of fish and couldn’t get rid of the smell. Secondary bedroom was tiny (2x single beds) no room for suitcases. Not enough onsite car parks for all rooms, had to park out on the road. Entire suite was spacious, great location, easy check in/out and affordable
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Expressotel
Welcoming receptionist Very Clean amenities & room Super large bed and very comfy Right in the CBD, walking distance to everything We parked our car across the road & cause it was a public holiday x3 we didn’t pay for parking so that was a bonus
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Harbour View Motel on Ahuriri Beach in Napier NZ with sea view suites
Great room. Very clean and well appointed. Great location. Lovely staff. Would definately come again.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Swiss-Belhotel Napier
Room was very large and staff were very friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Pandora
Hospital Hill
While there might not be top attractions in Hospital Hill, you can explore the larger area and discover places like War Memorial Conference Center and McLean Park.
Westshore
Beaches, spas and seafood restaurants highlight some of the notable features of Westshore. Make a stop by Westshore Beach while you're exploring.
Ahuriri
While visiting Ahuriri, you might make a stop by sights like National Tobacco Company Building and The Urban Winery.
Onekawa
While Onekawa may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Onekawa Aquatic Centre and McLean Park.
Marewa
Marewa might not have many top sights, but McLean Park and National Aquarium of New Zealand are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Napier South
If you're spending some time in Napier South, McLean Park and National Aquarium of New Zealand are top sights worth seeing.
