Attractions & Family

Pooch Paradise: A pet-friendly holiday in Hawke's Bay

Just because you’re heading off on holiday doesn’t mean your pooch should be left behind. We've pulled together the ultimate collection of dog-friendly holidays spots across the region.

You’ll find plenty of places to stretch little legs nearby, from coastal pathways and beaches to rolling parkland and gardens bursting with colour. What's more, there are also a variety of fabulous eateries, wineries and tours that cater for dogs!

Then at the end of the day, staying in dog-friendly accommodation is the perfect way to shake up your routine and sniff out something new.

Parks, Gardens & Walking Trails

Dog-friendly parks and gardens can be found everywhere in Hawke's Bay! With a range of trees and plantings with plenty of grassy areas and mighty views, these spots are perfect for an outing! Don't forget to check for designated 'off-lead' areas before you let the pooch roam free. Here's some of our favourites:

Keirunga Gardens – Havelock North

Anderson Park – Greenmeadows, Napier

Pākōwhai Regional Park – Hastings

Te Mata Park – Havelock North

Taradale Dog Park - Taradale, Napier

EXPLORE MORE DOG OFF-LEAD AREAS BY COUNCIL AREA:

Central Hawke's Bay District, Hastings District, Napier City and Wairoa District

BEACHES

Walking along the coastline is a wonderful way to see Hawke's Bay’s spectacular ocean views while your furry friends stretch their legs. Napier’s Marine Parade and Ahuriri do require a lead in most places, but there are a few beaches a little further afield where dogs are free to explore.

Ocean Beach – Hastings

Westshore Beach – Napier

Haumoana & Te Awanga Beach

Blackhead Beach, Pourerere Beach, Mangakuri Beach and Kairakau Beach – all Central Hawke's Bay

CAFÉS

One puppuccino, please! We love our coffee and the region has a growing number of roasteries and coffee shops that make a dam good drop that always hits the spot. Most coffee shops with outdoor areas are puppy friendly, but here are a few that you could say are 'doggie hotspots'!

Hygge Café – Clifton

Crazy Good – Ahuriri

Birdwoods Gallery and Café – Havelock North

Brown Dog Espresso – Haumoana

The Black Shed – Napier

RESTAURANTS & WINERIES

Our diverse region offers fantastic restaurants and a plethora of wineries to choose from! And you don't need to let your furry family members hold you back from a weekend away wining and dining. There are a number of restaurants and wineries with dog-friendly outdoor areas. Here are a few scrumptious eateries and wineries where your pooch is welcome.

Roosters Craft Brewery – Hastings

Church Road Winery, Cellar Door & Restaurant – Taradale

Te Awanga Estate - Te Awanga

Elephant Hill Winery – Te Awanga

Peak House Restaurant – Te Mata Peak, Havelock North

TOURS

Hawke's Bay has award-winning tour businesses with plenty to see and do with your pooch. Whether it's a dog-friendly guided meander through the Art Deco capital streets or a scenic wine tour that takes in the region's highlights, there are options! Don't forget to let the tour know you are bringing your pooch at the time of booking.

Art Deco Walking Tour - Napier (outside locations only)

Winery Tours Hawke's Bay - Hawke's Bay region (custom-private tour only)

PET-FRIENDLY ACCOMMODATION

Explore a range of accommodation spots that welcome four-legged companions. From fabulous dog-friendly cottages, secluded country hideaways, central hotels, cosy lodges and far away escapes. No matter what's on your holiday wish list, you're sure to find the perfect dog-friendly accommodation for you and your furry friend!

Cottages on St Andrews – Havelock North

Scenic Hotel Te Pania - Napier

Swiss Belboutique Napier - Napier (20kg max)

Thornton Lodge Motel – Central Hawke's Bay

Wine Country Motel – Havelock North

Ashcott Homestead – Takapau

Vista Motor Lodge - Wairoa

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