Car Rental Napier Airport

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*daily rates in Napier Airport based on a 1 day rental (24hr period) and for guidance purposes only.

Napier is the site of the Hawkes Bay Airport, the gateway to the premier food and wine area of New Zealand. Named after Sir Edward Hawke, the first Lord of the Admiralty, by Captain Cook after he sailed into the bay on HMS Endeavour in 1769, this year round destination is now a popular tourist spot for both food and wine buffs and nature lovers.

Napier Airport Mini Guide

About Napier Airport
Hawkes Bay or Napier Airport was built on the land reclaimed from the sea after the 1931 earthquake, it was officially opened as an airport in 1964 and is often known as Napier Airport because of it's close proximity to the town. Today it handles domestic flights only from Auckland and Christchurch together with several flights from smaller airports throughout New Zealand.  As it does only handle domestic flights it is quite a small airport, nevertheless there are the usual facilities necessary, including a cafe to give you a last taste of the fine wine and food from Hawkes Bay before you board your flight.

If you are want to explore the Hawkes Bay area fully, then you can easily hire a car at the airport, all the major car rental companies are represented there in the arrivals hall.

About Hawkes Bay
Hawkes Bay is a major tourist destination within New Zealand, whether you're there to sample the fine wines and excellent food, to explore the Maori culture of the area or seeking some more adventurous pursuits, you will find something to make your holiday here special.

Even though this area is renowned for it's numerous wineries, it is also known for excellent local cuisine. There are two very popular Farmer's Markets, one in Hastings and the other in Napier, both held every weekend, a fantastic place to buy your local produce and talk to the producers about their goods. 

This is an area of fantastic scenery and countryside, why not try some white water rafting or maybe visit the world's largest mainland gannet colony at Cape Kidnappers, about half an hours drive from both Napier and Hastings. For something really challenging, stop off during your stay in Taumatawhakatangihangakoauauotamateaturipukakapiki-maungahoronukupokaiwhenuakitanatahu!!!!!  No, not a typing error, this is the place with the world's longest place name, located in central Hawkes Bay.

There is every sort of accommodation in the area, from camping to exclusive luxury hotels and guest houses, or why not try a farm stay for something different to your usual holiday. Wherever you stay there is so much to see and do in this part of New Zealand, the best way is  to hire a car and explore the place properly.