Mount Maunganui

Maori Cultural Attractions, Heritage attractions, Study/Education, Land Activities, Wildlife Encounters, Other Wildlife

The Hidden Wonders of Tarawera Falls

Travel Ed's belief is that the best way to understand other cultures happens by experiencing cultures by 'doing it'. Join us to experience the extensive Māori history and culture that the Bay of Plenty coastline offers.

Dolphins, Seals, Whale watching

Orca Wild Adventures

The most successful dolphin swimming business in the Bay. We offer a full day adventure which includes swimming with dolphins, a guided snorkel at a off shore island while your lunch gets cooked for you on the boat.

North American Harvard Flight

The North American Harvard can take 1 passenger or book 2 Harvard's for a formation pair flight with your friend.

Scenic flights

Surf Safari

A real sample of the beautiful Bay of Plenty taking in the expansive coastal views of the Western Bay.

The Sauna Project

Come and join us for our weekly beach side sauna sessions in Mount Maunganui and Waihī Beach.

Health & Wellness

Right for Life Massage & Energy Centre

The Right for Life approach is to listen to you first. Through listening we can build a complete picture, helping us direct our skills to were it is most needed so you can achieve real results.​

Panacea Sauna

Smart Access public sauna, featuring a traditional Finnish sauna and cold plunge facility in a beautiful clean natural environment, with custom made ice baths, cold rinse showers, change rooms and a outdoor cool down garden. The sauna can accommodate up to 16 people.

Oceans & Beaches, Experiences

NZ Surf Academy

NZ Surf Academy is a respected surf company operating across Northland, Matakana Coasts, Orewa & Mount Maunganui. We promote surf lessons, surf tours, school & holiday camps, corporate team building, family surf days, beach education, surf culture and adventure.

Wineries, Urban attractions

Taste of Plenty

Taste of Plenty is a boutique food tourism venture located in the stunning Bay of Plenty. Choose from a range of food and culinary tours, or let us design a custom tour for your group. Visit orchards, farms, providors & unique production facilities.

Attractions, Miscellaneous madness, Urban attractions, Theme & leisure parks

The Cave Papamoa

'New Zealand’s best virtual reality & sim racing studios'. Out of this World experiences where anything is possible.

Experiences, Group Activities, Oceans & Beaches

Salt Spray Surf School

Learning to surf the waves is truly an exhilarating experience and there is no better place to learn then the white sands of Ohope Beach.

Miscellaneous madness, Land Activities, Theme & leisure parks

BayActive Paintball

Paintball is the perfect activity for family, friends, stag do's, birthday parties or company events. Come and test you paintball shooting skills.

Heritage attractions, Maori Cultural Attractions, Urban attractions

2hr Tauranga City Scenic History Tour

A tour of Tauranga city taking in the sights of the beaches, the harbour, and early Maori and European settlements. Learn about our local history and legends, the battle of Gate Pa and how Tauranga grew to be the city it is today.

Scenic flights

Waihi Beach Heli lunch/brunch

A brief Scenic flight up the white sandy beach to Waihi's award winning Surf Shack Eatery for a delectable lunch before returning.

Miscellaneous madness, Theme & leisure parks, Urban attractions

BayActive Laser Tag

This is as close to paintball as you can get without being hit with paint. There is no mess, no pain, no heavy armour and no wires.

Golf

Mount Maunganui Golf Club

Set in peaceful tree-lined surroundings, only minutes from one of the country's most popular surf beaches, Mount Golf is the perfect setting for golfers of all levels.

Jet Ski Hire

Welcome to Aqua 360, your gateway to aquatic excitement in the picturesque paradise of Mount Maunganui. Discover the thrill of skimming across the blue waters of Pilot Bay, surrounded by the breath-taking beauty of New Zealand's coastal wonders.

Hot pools & health spas, Scenic flights

Tree Tops Luxury lunch Helicopter package

A stunning Scenic Flight over the Papamoa hills to Rotoruas finest lodge, Tree Tops for a luxury lunch and fun activities

Boat cruises, Dolphins

Dolphin Blue

Have you ever looked into the eyes of a dolphin? It is said to be a life changing experience. At Dolphin Blue, we not only observe but also give you the chance to swim with a pod of dolphins.

Oceans & Beaches, Experiences

Mount Maunganui Surf Academy

Arts, Heritage & Culture, Experiences, For Couples, Group Activities, Wine Lovers

Paintvine

Paintvine is the perfect blend of creativity and conversation. Drink a glass of wine and create a painting — you’ll always go home with more than just a buzz.

Boat cruises, Dolphins, Penguins, Seals, Whale watching

Dolphin Viewing and Swimming

Our Wildlife Tour to watch and swim with wild dolphins in the Bay of Plenty is a must on any bucket list. Our 6-hour boat tour departs daily (November to May) from Tauranga on our spacious catamaran, ideal for viewing and swimming.

Mauao Adventures - Stand Up Paddle Express Lesson

Start out right. Take our basic 10-15 minute lesson on shore, with the remainder of the hour spent on your own to apply the lessons learned on water.

Miscellaneous madness, Theme & leisure parks, Abseiling/Rappelling, Zip lining

Adrenalin Forest Bay of Plenty

Affordable fun for the whole family, a wicked adrenalin rush adventure park in a beautiful forest setting in TECT All Terrain Park 20 minutes from Rotorua and Tauranga. over 25 flying foxes and 100 different challenges to overcome.

Adventure Lovers, For Families, Experiences

Rocktopia

We offer 26 fun climbs with 31 new challenges on our Clip N Climb walls There is also 18 climbing walls and 2 boulder caves at Rocktopia. These walls were built by climbers for climbers and have produced some of the best climbers in the world today At Rocktopia we also have the world famous vertical slide and Leap OF Faith jump

Oceans & Beaches, Tours

Miles Rushmer Guiding

Fly fishing small, clear streams in the Bay of Plenty, for absolutely whopping fish, in large numbers, one can be forgiven for thinking that they have discovered fly fishing heaven.

Visitor Information Centre

Tauranga isite Visitor Information Centre

We provide a comprehensive, impartial information and booking service for Tauranga and New Zealand for accommodation, activities, attractions and travel bookings.

Scenic flights

Bay Explorer

30 minute scenic flight around the bay of plenty including a remote beach landing for a photograph.

Surfing, Sports, Water activities

Mount Surf School

Mount Surf School is Mount Maunganui's fastest-growing surf school running daily surf lessons for people of all levels - from absolute beginner to advanced. Join us for an unforgettable surfing experience at one of New Zealands best surfing beaches.

Arts & crafts, Galleries, Maori Cultural Attractions

Tauranga Art Gallery Toi Tauranga

An exceptional art experience in downtown Tauranga. Discover and enjoy a constantly changing programme of inspiring artwork from leading local, national and international artists. Browse our retail space for unique gifts to take home.

Kayaking, Other Wildlife, Water activities

Evening Glow Worm Kayak Tour - Tauranga

Glow Worm Kayak tours depart from Waimarino, Tauranga. A delightful array of refreshments are offered during sunset just before departure onto the lake. The darkness has fallen and the glow worms shine extra bright in the moon lit sky.

Skydiving, Scenic flights, Air activities

Skydive Tauranga

Experience an epic 1 minute freefall with a jump from 15,000 feet. Discover the beauty of Tauranga and some of the best views in New Zealand. Enjoy spectacular views of New Zealand's best beaches, Mount Ruapehu, White Island, and Lake Rotorua.

Surfing

Hibiscus Surf School

Learn to surf with Hibiscus Surf School's friendly and professional team! We offer a variety of lesson options, including group and private lessons. From first-timers to advanced, kids to adults, everyone is welcome.

Shopping Centres

Bayfair Shopping Centre

Tauranga’s favourite shopping experience, Bayfair Shopping Centre has fashion, food and fun all under one roof. With over 140 different retailers – including Woolworths, Kmart, United Cinemas, JB Hi-Fi, Country Road, more – you’ve got everything you need in one place. Even better, it features a children’s indoor playground and free parking, for a hassle-free day out.

Electric Bike Hire Tauranga and Mount Maunganui

Mid-drive electric bikes for hire are located at isite Tauranga or from our Electrify.nz Mount Maunganui store.

Oceans & Beaches

Blue Ocean Charters

Come fishing with the experts Blue Ocean Charters for a day to remember. We specialise in day or overnight reef or hapuka fishing trips for individuals or groups on our large 16m vessel.

Hot Pools, Sports & Outdoors, For Families, Experiences, Group Activities

Baywave TECT Aquatic & Leisure Centre

Baywave is one of the Bay of Plentys top regional attractions, drawing in over 230,000 visitors every year!

Mauao (Mount Maunganui) Base Track

Wineries

Leveret Estate Winery and Cellar Door

Join us daily from 9.30am-5pm at our Cape Dutch style cellar door for memorable tasting experiences.

Maori Cultural Attractions, Urban attractions, Attractions, Land Activities, Miscellaneous madness

V8 Trike Tours

Discover Mount Maunganui & Tauranga on the back of an awesome V8 Chevy Trike. Buckle up, sit back and relax while our driver/guide shows you the stunning sights. A Qualmark Gold operator and successive Traveler's Choice Award Winners 2022 & 2023.

Kayaking, Bird watching

Wairoa River Kayak Tour

Explore the upper reaches of the Wairoa River from Omanawa. 10km flat water paddle - guided or unguided options

Fishing – Salt Water, Fishing – Fresh Water, Boat cruises

King Tide Salt Fly

Join King Tide for a day of salt water fly fishing. Based in the sunny Bay of Plenty we offer guided trips chasing kingfish, snapper, kahawai and other species armed with a fly rod in hand. Get in touch and see just how addictive it can be.

Mauao (Mount Maunganui) Summit Walk

Air transport, Custom transfers

Tauranga to Tree Tops

Leaving Tauranga by helicopter arriving at one the premier lodges of New Zealand, Tree Tops, stay for lunch, activities or the night.

Boeing Stearman Adventure Flight

The Boeing Stearman was designed as a WWll pilot trainer. It is a biplane, of which 8584 were built in the United States during the 1930s and 1940s as a military trainer aircraft. In the immediate post-war years they became very popular.

Jet Ski Fishing

Embark on a maritime odyssey with Aqua 360 Jet Skis, where the thrill of jet skiing meets the excitement of fishing in the stunning waters of Mount Maunganui and Pilot Bay, New Zealand.

Bus & coach transport, Custom transfers, Cruise Ships, Airport shuttles

Mount Classic Tours Ltd

Mount Classic Tours are leaders in the Bay of Plenty offering a range of passenger transport solutions from weddings and special occasions to corporate transfers. Driven by our professional and friendly chauffeurs in late model, quality vehicles.

Arts & crafts, Gardens, Heritage attractions

The Elms | Te Papa, Tauranga

Set in the heart of Tauranga, The Elms | Te Papa is one of Aotearoa New Zealand's oldest heritage sites. It is best known for its iconic Mission House and award-winning heritage gardens. The sites rich history dates to pre-European times.

Scenic flights

Carbon Neutral Scenic Helicopter Flight Package

A stunning scenic flight to a beautiful cafe at Waihi for lunch followed by driving back to Tauranga in the latest Tesla Model X.

Moturiki (Leisure Island)

Kayaking, Arts, Culture and Heritage, Bird watching, Water activities

Scenic Lake McLaren Kayak Tour

Here at Waimarino we offer many different varieties of kayaking tours, from sea kayaking to guided river tours. Our tours are designed to give the customer maximum fun and at the same time incorporate factual information to take away from the trip.

Land Activities, Wineries

Local Tasting Tour ex-Tauranga

This tour travels north for tastings/presentations of wines from one boutique & two medal-winning wineries, before returning to Tauranga’s CBD for a cocktail & dessert.

Theme & leisure parks

Escape Rooms Tauranga

We are New Zealand's largest all escape room experience and the only original up to 90 min game giving you a longer more interactive experience. We also have wheelchair access.

Scenic flights

Mount Magic Scenic Flight

A peek at the Bay and thrill of a chopper ride, taking in views of the city, Mount Maunganui and glorious sandy beaches.

Boat cruises, Other Wildlife

Kewpie Cruises - Scheduled One Hour Scenic Harbour Cruise

Bay of Plenty's best value activity: It's a special opportunity for families with children under 12 years as they travel free. Hop on/Hop off at Matakana. Departures from Pilot Wharf, Pilot Quay, Mount Maunganui.

Castaway Surf School Mount Maunganui

Here at Castaway Surf School our mission is to help you to become a more confident surfer. Whether you're just learning to stand up and ride a wave or wanting to advance your skills we can help you achieve your surfing goals.

Arts & crafts, Gardens, Heritage attractions, Urban attractions, Walking & hiking

Mana Māori Experiences

Katikati Arts & History Day Trip from Bayfair, Mount Maunganui with your local Maori guide. Experience the history of local settlement, both Māori and non-Māori including through the arts.

Water activities, Rafting, Kayaking, Maori Cultural Attractions, Study/Education

Riverbug – Tarawera River Bay of Plenty

Connect with nature and experience Tarawera River’s swirling currents and fun whitewater from a riverbug perspective. Share our passion for riverbug adventures, and help us to support regenerative tourism, community and healthy lifestyles.

Water activities

Mauao Adventures - Stand Up Paddle Boarding Lesson

Introduction to Stand Up Paddle Boarding Lesson.

Health & Wellness

Sanctum Beauty Therapy and Spa

Sanctum Beauty Therapy and Spa is located in the heart of Mount Maunganui. Our beauty spa is a place of pampering, a place to escape and enjoy treatments by professionally trained beauty therapists.

Health & Wellness

Mount Skin and Body

The Mount's premiere beauty therapy salon. Our superb menu of beauty therapy treatments including specialist facials, peels, micro-dermabrasion, spray-tan, manicures, pedicures, massage, body treatments, waxing, tinting and more.

Shopping Centres

Mount Mainstreet

This relaxed, yet vibrant, boutique shopping strip is lined with phoenix palm trees and is home to some of the best designer fashion, souvenirs, beauty salons, cafes, restaurants and contemporary and fine art in the Bay.

Diving

2 Dive Day Trip with Dive Zone Tauranga

The beautiful Bay of Plenty boasts a wide variety of dive sites that you can explore with us on this 2-dive single-day charter, on board our comfortable 12 meter dive boat "Ruku Moana".

Hot pools & health spas, Sports

Mount Hot Ocean Water Pools

Surrounded by golden beaches, cafes and walking tracks, rest and relax outdoors under the majestic 'Mount' in 32 - 39 degree ocean water or treat yourself to an onsite massage. Accessibility friendly facility.

Venues, Golf, Group Activities

Omanu Golf Club

Play golf at Omanu Golf Club and enjoy a relaxing & friendly experience playing our gently rolling 18 hole irrigated course. Located adjacent to Mount Maunganui's Bayfair Shopping Mall.

Theme & leisure parks, Miscellaneous madness, Water activities, Kayaking

Waimarino Adventure Park

Enter the park knowing that the day is yours to enjoy with our supreme pass. The Blob, The UFO, rock climbing, New Zealand's only kayak slide and unlimited kayak hire; there's fun to be had all day at Waimarino.

Fishing – Salt Water, Boat cruises

Tauranga Marine Charters

Daily Fishing Trips. We offer day trips or 12 and 24 hour trips, we can supply all you need and we work all year round from Tauranga in the beautiful Bay of Plenty.

Otumoetai Pool

The Otumoetai Pool is a year-round swimming facility that offers affordable rates for the community.

Boat cruises, Dolphins, Whale watching, Penguins, Seals

Dolphin & Wildlife Cruise - Bay Explorer

Enter nature & wide open spaces on a Bay Explorer wildlife cruise. Explore our big blue backyard and watch dolphins swimming up close. Join us for a shared lifetime experience and help protect wild marine animals. A great family friendly half-day.

Motels

Mission Belle Motel

Nate and Emma would like to welcome you to the Mission Belle Motel in one of New Zealand's most stunning beach locations, Mt Maunganui.

Bed & breakfast

The Black Badger Bed & Breakfast

Set in a rural location with stunning views of Mt Maunganui and the Kaimai ranges, the Black Badger bed & breakfast is ideal for those guests who wish to escape to the country and enjoy all that this area of outstanding natural beauty has to offer.

Motels

Pacific Motor Inn

A great place to stay. Comfortable beds, well equipped rooms at ground level. Park your car outside your door, step onto the main street for the best shops, cafes, restaurants, bars that the Mount has to offer.

Boutique & Lodge

Paradise Beach Luxury Accommodation

Paradise Beach Barns a rare find in Papamoa, our unique rentals are available as your personal holiday stay. Choose a 4 bedroom family-sized home to a romantic 1 bedroom barn ideal for couples, explore our 5-star accommodation right beside the beach.

Holiday homes

Stay Tauranga Waterfront House with Boat House

Enjoy relaxing back in this waterfront home with uninterrupted panoramic water views. Step off the front lawn and into the beautiful sparkling salt water vista.

Motorhomes

Hōpara Campers

A unique teardrop camper available to hire in MT Maunganui.

Backpackers & hostels

Pacific Coast Lodge and Backpackers

The only hostel in Mount Maunganui that is 4 star Qualmarked, so you can guarantee quality superior standards. The Mount is Zealanders' favourite holiday destination, we're just a few blocks from the beautiful white sandy beach & a short walk to town

Quest Mount Maunganui

A Quest apartment hotel is your home or office away from home, complete with separate living, dining and sleeping areas, separate work stations and fully equipped kitchens and laundry facilities.

Holiday homes

Sand Castles - Mount Maunganui Holiday Home

Sand Castles is a 5 bedroom, 2 bathroom holiday home right across the road from the beach! Consisting of a 2 bedroom upstairs unit, and a 3 bedroom downstairs unit, this holiday home offers a modern and comfortable base for up to 10 guest.

Apartments

The Beaumont Apartments

The Beaumont Apartments are situated at the base of Mount Maunganui, between Mount Maunganui & Pilot Bay. The Mount's Hot Pools are a 2 minute walk and offer a 20% discount to guests. Walking distance to cafes, restaurants and Mount Shopping Centre.

Serviced Apartments

Pavilion Beachfront Apartments

Pavilion Beachfront Apartments offers 1, 2 and 3 bedroom fully self contained apartments. Enjoy a comfortable stay at the main beach... you deserve it!

Holiday parks & campgrounds

Cosy Corner Holiday Park

Family holiday park, 80 metres from the beautiful ocean beach at Mount Maunganui on the Pacific coast. With powered camp sites and a full range of accommodation.

Serviced Apartments

The Atrium Apartments

The Atrium Apartments are located right in the heart of all the action. The Atrium offers tourists to New Zealand and visitors to Mount Maunganui the opportunity of a great beach holiday destination for individuals, couples, groups and families. Affordable modern internally accessed accommodation for everyone.

Holiday homes

Kuru's Villa

Kuru's Villa is a 3 bedroom plus mezzanine Mt Maunganui holiday home with fantastic position right on the golf course! This spacious and comfortable Mt Maunganui accommodation offers excellent indoor/outdoor living with free Wi-Fi for your stay.

Backpackers & hostels

Mount Backpackers

The only downtown hostel in Mount Maunganui & only a 2 minute stroll from award winning Mount Main Beach. Welcoming vibe. Competitive short-term and long-term rates, plus discounts on surf/ SUP/ bike hire, hot pool entry & drinks around town.

Holiday homes

Beach Break

Beach Break is a 3 bedroom 2 bathroom Mt Maunganui holiday apartment. This relaxed holiday base enjoys a great location right in the heart of The Mount, just moments from cafe's, bars, and restaurants...

Serviced Apartments

Belle Mer Apartments

Belle Mer Apartments will be closed for renovations until April 2024.

Located on Mount Maunganui's beachfront, we offer 2 and 3 bedroom self catered and serviced luxury apartments plus penthouse. Apartments on levels 2 and 3 have ocean views.

Bed & breakfast

Beachside Bed & Breakfast

If you love seaviews, beach walks, sunbathing, swimming, then stay with us. We are just 30 seconds away from one of New Zealand's most popular beaches.

Apartments

Oceanside Resort & Twin Towers

Beachside accommodation in the heart of Mt Maunganui amongst surf and harbour beaches with cafes, shopping and relaxation.

Holiday homes

Absolute Beachfront Luxury

This contemporary luxury beach house boasts panoramic views of the stunning Mt Maunganui Beachfront. This large home is located right on the beach giving you direct access to the gorgeous, white sandy beach.

Serviced Apartments

Atlas Suites and Apartments

Atlas Suites and Apartments at Mount Maunganui are modern self-contained apartments, available for holiday or business rental. We can accommodate any length of stay and everything you need is supplied.

Motels

Baywatch Motor Inn

Adult friendly, centrally located near shops and the beach. 17 modern, spacious air-conditioned rooms with unlimited free WiFi, free onsite parking. Plunge pool on site.

Bed & breakfast

Seascape Villa B&B

Luxury Bed & Breakfast, 3 rooms all with private en-suite and air conditioned with tea and coffee facilities. Free WIFI in all rooms, Sky TV with 50+ channels. We are just five minutes by car from the city centre and 10 minutes from Mt Maunganui.

Venues, Motels

Bay Palm Motel

Bay Palm Motel at Mount Maunganui has 16 fully equipped units that are serviced daily by friendly staff. We are only 150m from the beach, close to Bayfair Mall,Baypark Arena ,and restaurants, with a heated pool.

Serviced Apartments

The Anchorage Apartments

Nestled in the heart of down town Mount Maunganui, The Anchorage offers luxury apartment accommodation.

Holiday Homes

Sun Pacific Villas

Sun Pacific Villas is a world class timeshare resort complex, located on the sundrenched north facing shores of the Bay of Plenty in Mount Maunganui.

Apartments

Pacific Palms Resort

Offering the best in resort style apartment accommodation, Pacific Palms Resort in Papamoa is located on 2 hectares of beautifully maintained subtropical gardens, yet is just a 15 minute drive from the hustle and bustle of Mt Maunganui and Downtown.

Motels

Westhaven Motel

Situated directly across the road from the safe swimming beach of Pilot Bay, this family run motel has nine spacious units. We are within easy walking distance of the hot pool, the main Mount shops and the surf beach.

Motels

Blue Haven Motel

Five one bedroom suites with full kitchen and four studio units (1 x wheelchair friendly), all ground level in a quiet location, close to beach, golf courses, Blake Park, airport, supermarket, Bayfair, RSA and Cosmopolitan Club. Outdoor BBQ's.

Holiday Homes

Bachcare Holiday Homes

Apartments

Stay Tauranga Apartment with Balcony

Waterfront Apart | with balcony, full kitchen and laundry. Immerse yourself in this newly renovated luxury sun soaked waterfront apartment designed with a tropical coastal and Scandinavian theme.

Serviced Apartments

Capri on Pilot Bay

Capri on Pilot Bay's accommodation is modern, comfortable and situated in the heart of Mount Maunganui.

Motels

Aquarius Motor Inn

Aquarius Motor Inn is centrally located on Maunganui Road, about a 10 minute walk to the beach and to Mount Main Street with its cafes, restaurants, bars, and shopping.

Serviced Apartments

Cutters Cove Resort Apartments

The perfect place to relax and unwind in tranquil tropical gardens. Located opposite the Mount beach, an easy walk to restaurants and shops.

Motels

Gateway Motor Inn

With personal touches and modern facilities, Gateway Motor Inn provides comfortable, affordable and accessible accommodation for any trip to Mt Maunganui.

Holiday parks & campgrounds

Mount Maunganui Beachside Holiday Park

Situated in the beautiful Bay of plenty on both harbour and ocean beaches, this iconic family park is a great place to enjoy your leisure time. Spend your days lazing on the beach or enjoy water activities that Pilot Bay has to offer.

Holiday parks & campgrounds

Tasman Holiday Parks - Papamoa Beach

This laid-back coastal settlement is famous for its gorgeous scenery, great surf, and glorious sunsets. Located just steps from some of the best surf in the country, Tasman Holiday Parks – Papamoa Beach is a resort-style coastal haven.

Venues, Serviced Apartments

The Pacific Apartments

The Pacific Apartments will be closed for renovations until late 2024.

The Pacific Apartments are located a short stroll from both Pilot Bay and the Mount's Main Beach, and 60m from the base of the Mount and the world-renowned hot salt-water pools.

Restaurants

Rice Rice Baby

Authentic Vietnamese cuisine right in the heart of Mount Maunganui.

Bars & Pubs, Restaurants

Rosie's Red Hot Cantina & Taco Joint

Bringing the best street food from L.A. to the Baja Coast, all the way to Mount Maunganui

Restaurants

Fox's Hawker House & Garden

Fox's Hawker House & Garden. East meets west, the modern hawker, street food dining experience.

Bars & Pubs, Restaurants

Latitude 37 Restaurant - Bar

You’ll find us in the heart of downtown Mount Maunganui, unmistakable frontage of schist stone with gas torches ablaze.Open for dinner or just bar snacks.

Restaurants, Bars & Pubs

The Rising Tide

We love craft beer, dumplings, being situated on a beautiful park, and our big deck that soaks up the warm Mount Maunganui sun.

Izakai Bar & Eatery

If you’re looking for a unique dining experience, check out Izakai Bar and Eatery at Bayfair, which fuses Japanese and Māori cuisine. Their hangi-style pork belly and watercress ramen noodle bowl is unbelievably good.

Saltwater

Saltwater is the Mount's hottest seafood spot, which uses the freshest seafood from around Aotearoa.

Special Mention

This hidden gem can be hard to spot on Oceanbeach Road but serves up the most Instagram-worthy dishes that taste as great as they look.

Palace Burger

If you’re after a cold beer and a bite, Palace Tavern on Maunganui Road has delicious burgers and plates of southern fried chicken wings with your name on it.

Restaurants, Bars & Pubs

Salinity Restaurant & Bar

Beautiful setting at the Tauranga Bridge Marina with amazing sunsets and views of the Mount.

Restaurants, Cafes & Delis

Tay Street Beach Cafe

Restaurants

Fife Lane Kitchen & Bar

Contemporary Steak House, that offers wholesome fresh meats, seafood and seasonal produce, our menu is a collection of New Zealand’s favourite foods, created with our own unique touch.

Restaurants

Master Kong The Mount

Master Kong is a one-of-a-kind bar & restaurant serving up some seriously kick-ass Asian street food.

Cafes & Delis

Satori - Sushi & Sake Bar

At Satori our concept is sushi rolled fresh to order just for you. Our warm deep fried rolls are perfect for converting non sushi lovers and most of our menu can be made gluten free.

Restaurants, Bars & Pubs

Solera

Cafes & Delis, Bars & Pubs

Astrolabe

Astrolabe is an iconic restaurant, cafe and bar open 7 days from 9am till late for brunch, lunch, bar snacks and dinner and is popular with both locals and tourists.

Bars & Pubs

Mount Mellick

Mount Mellick is a traditional Irish Pub situated in the heart of Mount Maunganui. We have great food, fine ales and something happening everyday!!