Tapeka Travel Guide
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Kingsgate Hotel Autolodge Paihia
Had a fantastic stay at the Kingsgate Hotel Autolodge. The location is excellent—very convenient for getting around Paihia. The room was spotless and well-maintained. Everything was all good. Highly recommended!
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Copthorne Hotel and Resort Bay of Islands
Great room, clean and affordable.
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Dolphin Motel
Clean room, comfortable bed, good shower, friendly host. This hotel is in a quiet area, but the compressor in one of the external aircon units at the rear of the block was very noisy when one of the other rooms (not mine) ran their aircon unit. There was no serrated knife in the kitchen, which made ...
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Sea Spray Suites
Room was spotless. Staff were great.. Had everything we needed.
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Kerikeri Park Lodge
This motel is peaceful and quiet being located back from the main road. The room was satisfactory but does not have Sky TV if you are keen on sport.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Blue Pacific Quality Apartments
Very nice
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Popular places to visit
Russell Beach
Wander along the jetty for wonderful views of Kororareka Bay, get out on the water in a boat and enjoy alfresco dining along the beachfront.
Flagstaff Hill
On this important hill, learn about New Zealand’s early Māori and colonial history, look for iconic birds and take in the stunning views of the Bay of Islands.
Russell Christ Church
This charming and peaceful 19th-century church is a prominent historical landmark, while the surrounding cemetery is a good spot for a stroll.
Russell Museum
Learn about Russell’s Māori heritage and the history of European settlers through this vast collection of photographs, documents and other objects.
Tapeka Point Historic Reserve
Explore the great outdoors at Tapeka Point Historic Reserve, a lovely green space in Tapeka. Visit the area's spas or amble around its beautiful beaches.
Lookout
You can find out about the history of Russell with a visit to Lookout. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the spas in the area.
