Waipukurau accommodation from NZ$155

Hoping to venture further afield? North Island offers many other things to see and do. North Island offers beaches, along with commonly visited North Island tourist destinations like the art museums, nature museums and history museums. More active travellers can try their hand at snowboarding and skiing here.

It's well known that New Zealanders are pretty laid back, so consider staying a little longer and check out the Splash Planet, Hawke's Bay Opera House and Hawke's Bay Exhibition Centre, in Hastings, 45 kilometres to the northeast of Waipukurau. Some of our recommended Hastings hotels and accommodations are the Omahu Motor Lodge and Elmore Lodge Motel. Alternatively, you could stay in Havelock North, 50 kilometres to the northeast of Waipukurau, where you can choose from the Village Motel and Mangapapa Hotel. The Te Mata Peak and Golflands are popular sites to check out in Havelock North.

Just because you're travelling, doesn't mean you can't indulge in your obsession for all things sport. You'll find Arena Manawatu 90 kilometres to the southwest of Waipukurau. For visitors who are keen on booking a bed close by, make a reservation at the Fitzherbert Castle Motel or the Hotel Coachman.

Hawke's Bay Airport is the most practical airport and can be found 65 kilometres away from the centre of Waipukurau. Hotels close to Hawke's Bay Airport are the At The Rocks Motor Lodge and the Bluewater Hotel.