10 April 2026. Our region is preparing for the arrival of Cyclone Vaianu this Sunday.
Please keep an eye on RNZ, BOPCD, TCC or WBOPDC and be prepared to adjust your travel plans, if necessary.

THE BAY'S ACCESSIBLE ACCOMMODATION

Whether you’re after water views or a city escape, here’s a list of accommodation options to get you started.  

Trinity Wharf Hotel

Tauranga

Hotel on Devonport: Right in the middle of Tauranga’s CBD, the Hotel on Devonport is wheelchair friendly throughout including the main foyer, car park and there are three specific rooms that are accessible for guests.   

Trinity Wharf: the gorgeous Trinity Wharf Hotel is just a few minutes from Tauranga’s CBD. Set over the Tauranga Harbour for stunning waterfront views. Trinity Wharf has six rooms that are wheelchair accessible, as well as disabled parking and lift access to all accommodation floors. Both the hotel’s restaurant and function rooms are wheelchair accessible.   

CitySide Tauranga: Tauranga's brand new boutique hotel located at the edge of the CBD, only a stroll away from cafes and restaurants. CitySide Tauranga offers two accessible rooms which have custom-made fixtures and fittings which meet the latest accessibility standards. 

Tasman Holiday Park Papamoa Bay of Plenty

Papamoa

Tasman Holiday Parks - Pāpāmoa Beach: so close to the beach you can hear the waves crashing! This iconic resort has wheelchair accessible beachfront villas available. 

Wallace Development Quest Hotel Mt Maunganui Extras Apr 2024 8

Mount Maunganui

Quest Mt Maunganui: With 3-accessible studio apartments the hotel is wheelchair friendly throughout the property including dedicated carparks, ramp, lobby, and wider corridors. 2 of the 3 apartments are interconnecting which enables caregivers or family to travel and have their own space in a 1-bedroom apartment. With a spacious bathroom, 2-in-1 washing machine and dryer, and custom-made fixtures and fittings which meet the latest accessibility standards. The full kitchen enables easy access for cooking and hosting.

Keep planning your accessible holiday! Read more about accessible activities in the Bay.