the Craic Whakatane

The Craic

The iconic, historic hotel is located in central Whakatāne with cafes and restaurants at our doorstep.

Partake in a beverage or meal and enjoy Whakatāne's local. Includes the Craic Irish Pub, the Boiler Room, gaming machines and garden bar.

#DiscoverOurLocal guide says: "Craic" (/kræk/ krak), or "crack", is a term for news, gossip, fun, entertainment, and enjoyable conversation. This iconic Irish pub focuses on what it does best – a refreshing drink in the afternoon sun out front as you watch the world go by. Regular live music gigs and some great pub grub."

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  • The Craic
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  • The Craic - Irish Bar

Discover Our Local - Drink

R n' Bees

R n' Bees

For fresh, succulent strawberries grown in our Whakatane orchard, picked daily for you or pick your own berries (when available) come and visit R n Bees Berry Orchard!

Poppy's Cafe

Poppy's Cafe

Located in the heart of the town, with a spacious outdoor seating area. Enjoy our all-day breakfast, homemade cabinet food or mouth-watering lunch menu. 

Cigol

Cigol

Cigol Korean Restaurant offers a modern fusion menu which invokes the flavours of Korean based cuisine with a Pacific twist.

Drift Matata

Drift

Good coffee. Relaxed atmosphere. Friendly service. Main street of Matata, great view of lagoon.

Mr Sushi

Mr Sushi

We serve tasty Japanese cuisine including fresh sushi, lunch boxes, sushi platters, and Donburi hot meals all day.

Contact Details

79 The Strand
Whakatane
New Zealand

Open 7 days - 11am until late.

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