Fabulous Second Avenue location, right on the waterfront in downtown Tauranga
The Tauranga on the Waterfront is easy to find at its Second Avenue location. Tauranga City has an Avenue grid; Second Avenue is at the southern side of the CBD.
1. From Auckland or Hamilton
Coming from Auckland or Hamilton you will approach the city on the expressway that runs along the harbour estuary. Take the “City Centre” turn-off at the roundabout with the big NZ flagpole. Drive straight up the hill and turn right at the traffic lights. Travel along Cameron Road for 2 blocks, take the 2nd turn on the left which is Second Avenue.
The Tauranga on the Waterfront is at the eastern end (far end) of Second Avenue, right on the water. You will see the reception signage as you approach.
2. From Rotorua or from Cameron Road
From Rotorua you will approach the city by driving up the 15th Avenue hill. Turn right towards the city at the traffic lights at Fraser Street, (the block of shops is on the corner). Travel along Fraser Street, it then joins into Eleventh Avenue, proceed down the slight hill to the roundabout, turn right and proceed along Devonport Road.
As you drive towards the city you will bypass the Avenues in descending order. Turn right into Second Avenue, The Tauranga on the Waterfront can be seen from the intersection of Devonport Road and Second Avenue.
3. Mount Maunganui via the harbour bridge
If you are coming from Mount Maunganui via the harbour bridge (no toll now) you will pass over the bridge and keep driving straight over the flyover bypassing the first 2 exits. Take the “City Centre” turn-off at the roundabout with the big NZ flagpole. Drive straight up the hill and turn right at the traffic lights. Travel along Cameron Road for 2 blocks, take the 2nd turn on the left which is Second Avenue.
The Tauranga on the Waterfront is at the eastern end (far end) of Second Avenue, right on the water. You will see the reception signage as you approach.
Looking for Mt Maunganui accommodation?
Looking for Mt Maunganui accommodation because you’d like to enjoy the beach?
Why not consider our central Tauranga accommodation – it’s only a 10 minute drive to Mount Maunganui beaches, and you can enjoy Tauranga City’s amenities as well.
Hotels vs Motels
In many countries, Hotel accommodation far exceeds the quality of Motels. In New Zealand however Motels can be just as luxurious as the Tauranga Hotels.
About Tauranga
Tauranga is a thriving regional city blessed with sunshine, growth and an eclectic blend of lifestyle, commerce, entertainment and recreational amenities.
It also received the hallmark of “100% Guest Reviews 2012″ which is an excellent follow on from “Best Guest Reviews 2011.”
