Marsden Cove Travel Guide
Whangarei
Visit Marsden Cove
Popular places to visit
Town Basin Marina
Stroll through this picturesque yachting marina and along its pedestrianized river inlet, a place where seafaring, heritage, arts and culture come together.
Whangarei Quarry Gardens
Enjoy the fruits of this remarkable community garden project as you explore areas planted with species of indigenous and subtropical plants.
Claphams National Clock Museum
Take a guided tour of this unique museum to see one of the largest collections of clocks in the Southern Hemisphere.
Reyburn House
Visit Whangarei's oldest settlers house at its scenic riverside location in the Town Basin, to browse one of New Zealand’s delightful art galleries.
Botanica & Cafler Park
See one of New Zealand’s largest collections of native ferns in a tranquil garden complex and explore the adjoining park for a relaxing time.
Hundertwasser Art Centre
Enjoy an outing to Hundertwasser Art Centre during your stay in Whangarei.
Top hotels in Marsden Cove
Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre
Just a bit tired all round the grounds needed a good tidy
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Quality Hotel Oceans Tutukaka
Friendly staff, very clean. Would recommend it to my friends.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Kingswood Manor Motel
Friendly staff, good value for money.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Aaron Court Motel
Stayed 2 nights. Owners helpful and responded quick to email. Good location, would stay again
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Continental Motel
We stayed at Continental Motel Whangārei and unfortunately had a few challenges 😕 Communication with the hotelier was quite difficult, especially as we were arriving late 🌙 and trying to organise access into the motel 🚪 — this added unnecessary stress to our arrival. The accommodation itself was ...
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Discovery Settlers Hotel
Online info to contact hotel direct - very poor. On arrival, grateful to considerate receptionist for moving two senior guests to a room not requiring stairs. A microwave and bottle of cold water in the room would be helpful especially when arriving after dining room closed.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Marsden Cove
One Tree Point
Though One Tree Point may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mount Manaia and Reotahi Bay.
Marsden Point
While Marsden Point may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Reotahi Bay and Mount Manaia.
Onerahi
While Onerahi may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Claphams National Clock Museum and Whangarei Art Museum.
Portland
While there might not be top attractions in Portland, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Whangarei Art Museum and Claphams National Clock Museum.
Port Whangarei
When in Port Whangarei, you can plan a visit to Claphams National Clock Museum and Whangarei Art Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Parahaki
If you're spending some time in Parahaki, Mair Park and Camera Obscura Timatatanga Hou are top sights worth seeing.
