Bluff Hill Travel Guide

Napier

Pania of the Reef showing a statue or sculpture and art
Bluff Hill Domain Lookout featuring views and general coastal views as well as a small group of people
Bluff Hill Domain Lookout featuring general coastal views as well as a couple
Bluff Hill Domain Lookout which includes a house
Bluff Hill Domain Lookout featuring signage and a bay or harbour

Popular places to visit

Napier Prison

Napier Prison

3.5/5(3 reviews)

Enter spooky cells and hear terrifying tales about some of the nation’s most notorious criminals in one of the oldest prisons in New Zealand.

Napier Prison
Bluff Hill Domain Lookout featuring general coastal views as well as a couple

Bluff Hill Domain Lookout

4.5/5(8 reviews)

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.

Bluff Hill Domain Lookout
Pania of the Reef

Pania of the Reef

Surrounded by tranquil gardens, this elegant life-size statue is symbolic of the city’s coastal location.

Pania of the Reef
Centennial Gardens

Centennial Gardens

Explore the great outdoors at Centennial Gardens, a lovely green space in Napier. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Centennial Gardens
National Aquarium of New Zealand showing marine life

Marine Parade

4.5/5(27 reviews)

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.

Marine Parade
Mission Estate Winery

Mission Estate Winery

5/5(11 reviews)

Leave the city behind for a day to experience idyllic countryside surroundings and sip a range of magnificent wines.

Mission Estate Winery

Things to do

Group booking collected from Shipside

Shore Excursion: Napier and Surrounding Countryside Scenic Tour

฿2,689
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Shore Excursion: Napier and Surrounding Countryside Scenic Tour
Small Group 2.5-Hour Napier History and Art Deco Tour

Napier sight seeing / Art Deco Tour -2- 2.5 hours

฿1,729
per adult
Napier sight seeing / Art Deco Tour -2- 2.5 hours
Cape Winery Cycle Tour - 6 wineries, self-guided

Cape Winery Cycle Tour - 6 wineries, self-guided

฿2,209
per adult
Cape Winery Cycle Tour - 6 wineries, self-guided
Enjoy the stunning view from Te Mata Peak

Scenic Te Mata Peak Tour by Supertrike

฿4,294
per adult
Scenic Te Mata Peak Tour by Supertrike
Half Day Sights and Tastes Tour in Napier

Half Day Sights and Tastes Tour in Napier

฿3,073
per adult
Half Day Sights and Tastes Tour in Napier
Guided 10am Morning Art Deco Walk From Napier Art Deco Trust

Guided 10am Morning Art Deco Walk From Napier Art Deco Trust

฿595
per adult
Guided 10am Morning Art Deco Walk From Napier Art Deco Trust
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Top hotels in Bluff Hill

Kennedy Park Resort
Kennedy Park Resort
2.5 out of 5
11 Storkey St, Napier, Hawke's Bay
The price is ฿702 per night from 4 May to 5 May
฿702
฿1,604 total
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Stay at this resort in Napier. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (219 reviews)
"It would be nice if there was a way of teaching all quests that if they are in an unit the noise follows through that was about the only annoying thing noisy people...."

Reviewed on 9 Apr 2025

Kennedy Park Resort
Beach Front Motel Napier
Beach Front Motel Napier
4 out of 5
373 Marine Parade, Napier
The price is ฿2,853 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
฿2,853
฿3,281 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Stay at this 4-star beach motel in Napier. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private hot tubs. Popular attractions Marine Parade and National Aquarium of New ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (993 reviews)
"The staff is always welcoming and helpful, and the rooms are spacious and comfortable. They have unbeatable views and locations, walkable cafes, and places to eat and drink. It is the best value for money. I am reluctant to recommend it highly because I want to keep staying here."

Reviewed on 14 Apr 2025

Beach Front Motel Napier
Harbour View Motel on Ahuriri Beach in Napier NZ with sea view suites
Harbour View Motel on Ahuriri Beach in Napier NZ with sea view suites
3.5 out of 5
60 Nelson Quay, Napier
The price is ฿2,017 per night from 1 May to 2 May
฿2,017
฿2,320 total
includes taxes & fees
1 May - 2 May
Stay at this 3.5-star beach motel in Napier. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (850 reviews)
"Nice place to stay just outside Napier and close to the harbour with cafes and bars. Very spatious room setup and nice views of the ocean with walkways and beach access right out front. Good value for money."

Reviewed on 17 Apr 2025

Harbour View Motel on Ahuriri Beach in Napier NZ with sea view suites
Scenic Hotel Te Pania
Scenic Hotel Te Pania
4 out of 5
45 Marine Parade, Napier South, Napier
The price is ฿3,014 per night from 10 May to 11 May
฿3,014
฿3,466 total
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Napier. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (998 reviews)
"Good shower! Comfy beds"

Reviewed on 15 Apr 2025

Scenic Hotel Te Pania
Swiss-Belhotel Napier
Swiss-Belhotel Napier
4 out of 5
36 Munroe Street, Napier
The price is ฿3,372 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
฿3,372
฿3,878 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Napier. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (249 reviews)
"Good sized room with comfortable bed"

Reviewed on 15 Apr 2025

Swiss-Belhotel Napier
The Nautilus Napier
The Nautilus Napier
4 out of 5
387 Marine Parade, Napier
The price is ฿2,529 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
฿2,529
฿2,909 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Stay at this 4-star spa aparthotel in Napier. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,891 reviews)
"Convenient, clean and tidy, good service."

Reviewed on 11 Apr 2025

The Nautilus Napier
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Other neighbourhoods around Bluff Hill

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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.

Hospital Hill
National Tobacco Company Building

Ahuriri

While visiting Ahuriri, you might make a stop by sights like National Tobacco Company Building and The Urban Winery.

Ahuriri
Napier showing a lake or waterhole

Napier South

If you're spending some time in Napier South, McLean Park and National Aquarium of New Zealand are top sights worth seeing.

Napier South
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Pandora

Pandora might not have many top sights, but Ahuriri Estuary and National Tobacco Company Building are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Pandora
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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.

Marewa
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Westshore

4/5(2 area reviews)

Beaches, spas and seafood restaurants highlight some of the notable features of Westshore. Make a stop by Westshore Beach while you're exploring.

Westshore

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