Maunu Travel Guide
Whangarei
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.
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.
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.
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.
Kiwi North: Museum
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Kiwi North: Museum during your trip to Whangarei.
Top hotels in Maunu
Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre
This hotel is tired and dated. Whilst the staff make every effort to be great hosts the whole venue lacks any wow factor. The walls are damaged and marked - rips out of wallpaper. There are no lifts so you can expect to carry your own luggage up the stairs. My bathroom was full of hair when I arrived, ...
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Kingswood Manor Motel
Clean room; great amenities; very comfortable
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Quality Hotel Oceans Tutukaka
room is fine - getting old and tired and needs a reno but the bigger concern was while i was in the room someone else was able to access my room. They swipped themselves in - realised someone else was in there said' sorry' and left. I contacted reception to ask if this was staff or another guest ...
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Aaron Court Motel
Studio unit spacious, and Host Lovely and helpful. Thanks Judy
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Continental Motel
Comfy and clean, but reno of room was poor
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Discovery Settlers Hotel
Very good place to stay. I always stay there when overnighting in Whangarei.
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Maunu
Otaika
While Otaika may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Northland Event Centre and Quarry Arts Centre.
Raumanga
When in Raumanga, you can plan a visit to Northland Event Centre and Botanica & Cafler Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Morningside
While there might not be top attractions in Morningside, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Northland Event Centre and Whangarei Art Museum.
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.
Whangarei Central
While visiting Whangarei Central, you might make a stop by sights like Whangarei Art Museum and Town Basin Marina.
Kamo
While Kamo isn't home to many top sights, Whangarei Quarry Gardens and Quarry Arts Centre are some notable places to visit nearby.
