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Our top choices for Clifton motels

Black sand, beach towels
Fairley Motor Lodge

Fairley Motor Lodge

Fairley Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Westshore
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (394)
"Hotel was pleasant, room was nice. "
Australia
Vicki
The price is NZ$160
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026
Fairley Motor Lodge
Balcony view
Pebble Beach Motor Inn

Pebble Beach Motor Inn

Pebble Beach Motor Inn
4.5 star property
Napier South
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (880)
"Great staff, gorgeous view and clean spacious rooms. "
Canada
Sabrina Quan Quan
The price is NZ$195
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
Pebble Beach Motor Inn
Beach
Harbour View Motel on Ahuriri Beach in Napier NZ with sea view suites

Harbour View Motel on Ahuriri Beach in Napier NZ with sea view suites

Harbour View Motel on Ahuriri Beach in Napier NZ with sea view suites
3.5 star property
Ahuriri
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (986)
"Fantastic, with great views of the beach. Good location to restaurants and shopping."
Australia
Rees
The price is NZ$141
includes taxes & fees
31 Dec - 1 Jan 2026
Harbour View Motel on Ahuriri Beach in Napier NZ with sea view suites
2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Family Unit Upstairs - Ocean View | Terrace/patio
Edgewater Motor Lodge

Edgewater Motor Lodge

Edgewater Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Napier South
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Really enjoyed my stay here."
Australia
Michael
The price is NZ$199
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan 2026
Edgewater Motor Lodge
Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Cumberland Court Motel

Cumberland Court Motel

Cumberland Court Motel
4.0 star property
Frimley
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (268)
"Needs a renovate"
Australia
Andrew
The price is NZ$231
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
Cumberland Court Motel
Apartment, 2 Bedrooms
Village Motel

Village Motel

Village Motel
4.0 star property
Anderson Park
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (293)
"Very friendly staff. Clean and lovely. "
Australia
Karen
The price is NZ$214
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
Village Motel
Terrace/patio
Te Mata Lodge

Te Mata Lodge

Te Mata Lodge
3.0 star property
Anderson Park
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (255)
"Friendly welcome, good rooms, very comfy, great location"
Australia
Ranei
The price is NZ$230
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Te Mata Lodge
Exterior
Motel de la Mer

Motel de la Mer

Motel de la Mer
3.0 star property
Napier South
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (470)
"Enjoyable stay"
United States
Amy
The price is NZ$254
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Motel de la Mer
Family Villa, Non Smoking, Sea View
Shoreline Motel

Shoreline Motel

Shoreline Motel
4.5 star property
Napier South
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"What a beautiful place to stay! View right on the beach, easiest check in I’ve ever had! Room itself was super clean and tidy and so much space, it had everything I needed. Parking was super easy. 1000% recommend to stay and look forward to coming back. "
Australia
Natalie
The price is NZ$174
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Shoreline Motel
King Studio
The Rocks Motel

The Rocks Motel

The Rocks Motel
4.5 star property
Westshore
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (483)
"Fantastic, clean, great service. Highly recommended. Would definitely stay again. "
Australia
Jess
The price is NZ$204
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
The Rocks Motel
Seasonal outdoor pool
Portmans Motor Lodge

Portmans Motor Lodge

Portmans Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Hastings
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (309)
"Fantastic staff, friendly and extremely helpful. Most enjoyable stay"
Australia
Wendy
The price is NZ$189
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026
Portmans Motor Lodge
One Bedroom Unit
Bella Vista Motel Napier

Bella Vista Motel Napier

Bella Vista Motel Napier
4.0 star property
Napier South
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (430)
"Good value for money, comfortable stay and very conveniently located."
Australia
Rhian
The price is NZ$199
includes taxes & fees
31 Dec - 1 Jan 2026
Bella Vista Motel Napier
Outdoor pool
cherry grove motel

cherry grove motel

cherry grove motel
2.0 star property
Havelock North
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (31)
"The bed was comfortable, the shower was great and there was a cozy sofa in the room. "
Australia
Peter and Lorna
The price is NZ$112
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan 2026
cherry grove motel
Exterior
Havelock North Motor Lodge

Havelock North Motor Lodge

Havelock North Motor Lodge
3.5 star property
Havelock North
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (139)
"quality accommodation "
Australia
liam
The price is NZ$235
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026
Havelock North Motor Lodge
Indoor spa tub
ASURE Colonial Lodge Motel

ASURE Colonial Lodge Motel

ASURE Colonial Lodge Motel
3.0 star property
Taradale
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (339)
"we really had an enjoyable n good experience while staying"
Australia
Kalilea
The price is NZ$214
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan 2026
ASURE Colonial Lodge Motel
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Palm City Motor Inn

Palm City Motor Inn

Palm City Motor Inn
4.0 star property
Napier South
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (307)
"Lovely stay"
Australia
Mike
The price is NZ$178
includes taxes & fees
31 Dec - 1 Jan 2026
Palm City Motor Inn
Suite, Ocean View, Ground Floor | Terrace/patio
Beach Front Motel Napier

Beach Front Motel Napier

Beach Front Motel Napier
4.0 star property
Napier South
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1004)
"Amenities, staff were gd "
Australia
Aimee
The price is NZ$164
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan 2026
Beach Front Motel Napier
Sauna
The Mayfair

The Mayfair

The Mayfair
2.0 star property
Mayfair
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (6)
"This was a great place to stay, very clean and staff were super friendly. Loved the decor too! Would highly recommend "
Australia
Meg
The price is NZ$197
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026
The Mayfair
Exterior
City Close Motel

City Close Motel

City Close Motel
2.0 star property
Napier South
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4)
"Cute little motel in a super convenient location. Rooms have been recently renovated and are really unique and well done. The lady at the front desk was lovely. Booking online and check in/out was a breeze. Would definitely stay again!"
Canada
Cathy
The price is NZ$200
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
City Close Motel
Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, desk
Ballina Motel

Ballina Motel

Ballina Motel
4.0 star property
Taradale
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (403)
"Easy walk to shops, clean room and friendly staff."
Australia
Diane
The price is NZ$132
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
Ballina Motel
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Top Clifton Hotel Reviews

Expressotel

Expressotel

10/10 Excellent
"Room was clean and tidy. All things arranged properly. Only concern is it is very close to main road and bit noisy because of vehicles."
Kavinda 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Expressotel

Find out more about Clifton

Clifton Motels information

Number of reviews
8,985
Accommodation
40 Motels
Lowest Price
NZ$112
Highest Price
NZ$254

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Clifton?
If you're having trouble locating a motel in Clifton, let us help you find a motel or something similar from over 410 lodging options in the area. Simply use our search tools to filter by price per night or cost-effective amenities such as free parking and free airport transport.
What are motels like?
At many motels, you'll often find an outdoor pool and a free parking spot. When you stay at a motel property, you'll usually access your room from an outside corridor overlooking the car park. Motels became more prevalent in the US at the end of the 1940s when cars became more popular along with road trip vacations, peaking in the mid-1960s with more than 60,000 properties.
What are the best motels in Clifton?
Here are some of Expedia customers' favourite motels to book in the larger area. Beach Front Motel Napier is located 20.7 km from the heart of Clifton. Enjoy access to the business centre, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Shoreline Motel: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a kitchenette. Central Clifton is 12.8 mi (20.7 km) away. Harbour View Motel on Ahuriri Beach in Napier NZ with sea view suites: Enjoy the in-room kitchenette, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Located 14.4 mi (23.2 km) from the heart of Clifton. Apple Motor Inn: Central Clifton is 10.6 mi (17 km) away. Free parking, laundry facilities and an outdoor pool are available during your stay. Pebble Beach Motor Inn: 12.7 mi (20.4 km) from the heart of Clifton. Enjoy access to the free parking, terrace and laundry facilities.
What things can I to do in Clifton?
Some outdoorsy places nearby include Cape Kidnappers, Ocean Beach and Te Mata Peak. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Splash Planet, National Aquarium of New Zealand and Pekapeka Wetlands. While you're exploring the area, consider visiting Cape Kidnappers Golf Course, Clearview Estate and Elephant Hill Estate Winery.
What's the weather like in Clifton?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Clifton to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually January and February, with an average temperature of 18°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 10°C. Average annual precipitation for Clifton is 874 mm.
What are my options for getting around Clifton while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about getting around Clifton to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay), which is located 15.9 mi (25.5 km) away from the heart of the city. If you'd like to venture out around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.

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