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Things To Do In Mount Maunganui

When visiting Mount Maunganui, you'll have an array of exciting activities to enjoy throughout your stay. The iconic Mount Maunganui Summit Walk offers breathtaking vistas, while Main Beach and Pilot Bay beckon for relaxation and water sports. Unwind at the Mount Hot Pools for a therapeutic experience. Explore Papamoa Hills Regional Park's hiking trails and Maori pa sites. Discover art at the Tauranga Art Gallery, shop and dine at Bayfair Shopping Centre, and try various water activities. Take a boat tour for dolphin watching. Don't miss McLaren Falls Park for a day trip. Keep an eye out for local events and festivals.

Leave some flexibility in your plans to embrace spontaneous opportunities and connect with fellow travelers. We hope you enjoy Mount Maunganui's charm and the region's beauty!

Check out some of the fantastic tourism providers, shopping options, cafe & bar recommendations and more on the following pages...

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People Say...

- Awesome Mount Accommodation -

"The whole accommodation has a good vibe, great music in the common areas during the day. Many possibilities for spending free time, cooking, relaxing. The beds were very comfortable and everything was very clean. I definitely recommend and hope to come back here again! "

- Wonderful place 💛 -

"The relaxed and welcoming atmosphere made me feel at home from the moment I arrived. The staff went above and beyond to ensure that I had a fantastic experience throughout my stay. Their exceptional service, friendliness, and attentiveness truly made a difference."

- Best Backpackers in NZ! -

"Pacific Coast Lodge is one of the best hostel that I have ever stayed in. It has a big clean kitchen, a nice tv room with Netflix (which is especially nice in rainy days when everyone snuggle all together), the staff is so nice and the vibes are immaculate. If you wanna stay longterm and make loads of friends it’s the place to go."

- 5/5 The most fun hostel I've ever been! -

"The energy of this hostel is the best thing about it! Eating meals listening to music, finding fun people to talk to, it was undoubtedly the hostel with the most focus of cool people I have ever been! Would go back again a thousand times!"

- 5/5 Great for surfers! -

"Location was awesome, close to the surf break, and they offer free surf boards! Bright, friendly hostel, with nice people. Big lounge, large communal kitchen which was neat and clean. The ping-pong table was also a highlight."

- 5/5 Perfect for Groups! -

""What a neat experience, they went above and beyond to make sure our school group had everything we needed. The  Backpackers has a awesome vibe, is very clean and is an affordable way to stay with large groups. Highly recommended - we will be back!"."

- 5/5 Favourite hostel in NZ -

"Amazing hostel! Extremely friendly staff and safe environment, staff gave great advice on how to get a job! I felt very safe and this has to be one of my favorite hostels I have ever stayed in! Could not recommend more."

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