Best beaches in Motueka

1 ranked beach in Motueka, Tasman

Ranked by the OnlyBeaches Index (OBI) — a 1-10 score blending water purity, conditions, crowd levels and vibe. Updated every 30 minutes.

All beaches in Motueka

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Tapu Bay
A quieter beach between Marahau and Kaiteriteri that works well for families avoiding the main crowds.
7.0

What makes Motueka's beaches stand out?

Motueka sits in Tasman, New Zealand and is home to 1 ranked beach on OnlyBeaches. Every beach here is scored by the OnlyBeaches Index — a 1-10 metric blending water purity, live conditions (waves, water temperature, wind), crowd intelligence and vibe.

Whether you're after the highest-scoring beach in Motueka or a quieter hidden cove, the list above is refreshed every 30 minutes using live Stormglass and OpenWeather data.