Things To Do

Splash Planet Water Theme Park

Your Hastings motel accommodation is just around the corner from Splash Planet which is a huge water themed park with 19 different activities to cater for children of all ages.

Spalsh Planet is a "must visit" for families and the young at heart!

Your Hastings accommodation is in the right spot to make the most of the Splash Planet adventure, where you can enjoy more than 15 rides and attractions. It really is a whole day's fun!

Cost: Adults $26.00 Child $18.00 (SEASONAL)

Cycle Hire

Our cycles come compete with helmets and locks and can be hired for a few hours or a full day.

Cost: $30 for 2 hrs or $85 for a day

Wine Tours

There are a great selection of wine tours available in our region. You can choose from small "wine only" tours or combine food and wine for a more comprehensive look at what our region can offer. Magpie Hawkes Bay Motel can book these for you when you arrive and help you select your tour option. Our region has many award winning wines so a winery tour is a must if you're a wine fan. Cycle tours also available. Freewheel around the vineyards at your own pace.

Cost: Variable POA

Art Deco Tours

Napier, just 15mins drive from your Hastings motel accommodation, was re- built after the devastating earthquake of 1931. The rebuilding embraced such styles as Stripped Classical, Spanish Mission and above all Art Deco, the Jazz Age style. Guided walks are available daily (except Christmas Day). Your informative and entertaining volunteer will bring Napier's fascinating architectural history to life as you take an easy stroll through the compact Art Deco Quarter in Napier's vibrant city centre. Self guided tours are also available.

Cost: From $7.50

Hawkes Bay Farmyard Zoo

Located only 15 mins from Magpie Hawkes Bay Motel, this local farmyard zoo is renowned for its wide range of animals and birds, unique atmosphere and educational opportunities. Bring a picnic, feed the animals or have a pony ride. Horse trekking and riding lessons also available. Open 7 days (weather permitting).