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Our top choices for Makara Beach motels

A two-story building with a driveway leading to a covered entrance.

1. Capital Lodge Motor Inn

Capital Lodge Motor Inn
4.0 star property
Newlands
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (220 reviews)
"great location for city and the ferries"
Australia
Dave
The price is NZ$195
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Capital Lodge Motor Inn
A coastal area with a clear beach, a pier, and hillside houses.

2. Bella Vista Motel Wellington

Bella Vista Motel Wellington
4.0 star property
Hataitai
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (337 reviews)
"Nice location - friendly staff."
Australia
Jennifer
The price is NZ$173
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Bella Vista Motel Wellington
A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, and a bathroom.

3. Bucket Tree Lodge

Bucket Tree Lodge
2.5 star property
Tawa
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (99 reviews)
"The Bucket Tree Lodge was quiet and comfortable. The staff were very friendly. The bed was very comfortable. There was a bit of a problem with the shower in that it didn't have enough fall and so the floor had to be protected by towels, but the owners were working on having the shower replaced so it won't be an ongoing problem :)"
Australia
Sandra
The price is NZ$157
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Bucket Tree Lodge
A room with a sofa, a table with chairs, a TV, and a window with curtains.

4. Mana Motel

Mana Motel
2.0 star property
Paremata
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (67 reviews)
"Parking very close and difficult to get in and out if you have a bigger vehicle. Some parking scare under a stair case and could be dangerous when removing luggage from vehicle. Should enquire about vehicle size and allocate room and parking to accomodate."
Australia
Patricia
The price is NZ$111
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Mana Motel
The exterior of Marksman Motor Inn with a sign indicating no vacancies and amenities like movies and sports.

5. Marksman Motor Inn

Marksman Motor Inn
3.0 star property
Mount Cook
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (456 reviews)
"Was a good walk to the City,"
Australia
Brett
The price is NZ$130
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Marksman Motor Inn
A balcony with a view of the sea, a white table, and a blue chair.

6. BKs Premier Motel Esplanade

BKs Premier Motel Esplanade
4.0 star property
Petone
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (638 reviews)
"Good location ,great parking and friendly staff,will stay again"
Australia
Eric
The price is NZ$183
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
BKs Premier Motel Esplanade
A bedroom with a large bed, a TV, a wooden cabinet, a window with curtains, and a red carpet.

7. Halswell Lodge - Motel

Halswell Lodge - Motel
2.0 star property
Mount Victoria
5.8 out of 10, (705 reviews)
"The entrance to the hotel is in need of a good revamp and tidy up. The carpet needs a good vacuum. The room was clean. The staff was very efficient, friendly and helpful."
Australia
Melanie
The price is NZ$83
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Halswell Lodge - Motel
A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a small kitchen area, and a shower.

8. Newlands Court Motel

Newlands Court Motel
3.0 star property
Newlands
7.8 out of 10, Good, (134 reviews)
"Great place to stay and easy to get into the city"
Australia
George
The price is NZ$208
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Newlands Court Motel
A neatly made bed with a rolled towel, a bedside lamp, and a nightstand.

9. 88 Wallace Court Motel

88 Wallace Court Motel
3.0 star property
Mount Cook
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (192 reviews)
"Awesome place and staff easy access for parking nice rooms"
Australia
Morgan
The price is NZ$123
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
88 Wallace Court Motel
A row of motel buildings with a parking lot in front.

10. Foreshore Motor Lodge

Foreshore Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Petone
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (391 reviews)
"Great stay."
Australia
Kathryn
The price is NZ$170
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Foreshore Motor Lodge
An indoor swimming pool with multiple lanes, lifeguard supervision, and a dolphin sculpture.

11. Amethyst Court Motorlodge

Amethyst Court Motorlodge
3.0 star property
Porirua City Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (439 reviews)
"Good parking, great location handy to mall. Clean quiet and comfortable"
Australia
Steven
The price is NZ$184
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Amethyst Court Motorlodge

12. Stylish Tawa Retreat

Stylish Tawa Retreat
2.0 star property
Tawa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Good clean place away from 🏡 home. Handy to have a washing machine and a dryer available. Beds are comfortable for sleeping."
Australia
Monika
The price is NZ$114
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Stylish Tawa Retreat
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and large windows with curtains.

13. Southgate Motor Inn

Southgate Motor Inn
2.5 star property
Newtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (84 reviews)
"Friendly staff & clean rooms, spa bath in family room was a bonus"
Australia
Stephen
The price is NZ$209
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Southgate Motor Inn
A coastal landscape with a view of the sea and distant hills.

14. 83 By the Sea Motor Lodge

83 By the Sea Motor Lodge
3.5 star property
Petone
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (295 reviews)
"A nice and clean room"
United States
Timothy
The price is NZ$190
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
83 By the Sea Motor Lodge
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a seating area.

15. Boulcott Lodge

Boulcott Lodge
4.0 star property
Boulcott
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (361 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
Australia
Steve
The price is NZ$179
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Boulcott Lodge
A compact room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small table with a vase, a kettle, and a window.

16. Adelaide Motel

Adelaide Motel
2.5 star property
Newtown
7.2 out of 10, Good, (261 reviews)
"Good location if you need to be close to the hospital. Shower pressure was average and the water temperature kept changing. Good for a night or two."
Australia
Paul
The price is NZ$192
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Adelaide Motel
A multi-story hotel with a parking lot and a view of the city skyline at dusk.

17. Victoria Court Motor Lodge

Victoria Court Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Te Aro
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (670 reviews)
"Ideal location. Clean, warm and friendly staff. Would stay again anytime."
United Kingdom
Martyn
The price is NZ$167
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Victoria Court Motor Lodge
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a window.

18. Avana Suites

Avana Suites
4.5 star property
Petone
6.6 out of 10, (348 reviews)
"Had everything you needed."
Australia
Nicola
The price is NZ$118
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Avana Suites
A building with a covered entrance, a parking area with several cars, and a garden with pink and white flowers.

19. Motel 22

Motel 22
2.0 star property
Melling
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (16 reviews)
"Clean and comfortable room,reasonably price,highly recommend"
Canada
Ceyhan
The price is NZ$159
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Motel 22
A building entrance with a staircase leading to a second floor, a garage with a red car, and a sign indicating a car rental service.

20. Champers Motor Inn

Champers Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Melling
7.0 out of 10, Good, (322 reviews)
"Wonderful staff and very accessible"
Australia
Richard
The price is NZ$110
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Champers Motor Inn
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Top Makara Beach Hotel Reviews

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

8/10 Good
"I recently travelled to Wellington for two nights to attend WoW. The James Cook was very conveniently located for this event and was only a quick walk to the event venue. One of the lifts down to Lambton Quay was undergoing maintenance for the three days we were there and this did create some significant queues and wait times around busy periods. The room was a good size and generally clean, although a deep clean of the room is needed as there were definitely areas of the room that were noticeably neglected - especially under the bench in the bathroom and the corners of the rooms, under furniture etc. I was also disappointed that although this is a hotel, there was no mini-bar. There was a mini-fridge but it was empty and after a long day and a long flight, this would have been welcomed. The noise levels from other guests in the corridors was also very noticeable, so there are some noise-proofing improvements that could be made. Otherwise a generally pleasant stay."
Jaime 2-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

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Makara Beach Motels information

Number of reviews
4,796
Accommodation
40 Motels
Lowest Price
NZ$83
Highest Price
NZ$209

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Makara Beach?
If you're having trouble locating a motel in Makara Beach, let Expedia help you find motels or similar properties from over 524 accommodation choices in the larger area. Just use our search tools to filter by nightly room rate or cost-saving amenities such as free parking and free airport transport.
What are motels like?
Motel properties often offer free parking, and many also feature an outdoor pool. Often one or two storeys high, motels usually have outdoor access to guestrooms from the car park. The first motels popped up in the 1920s as a convenient place to stay for the weary traveller taking a road trip along America's major roadways.
What are the best motels in Makara Beach?
Here you'll find some of our customers' favourite motels to choose from in the larger area. Champers Motor Inn is located 15.3 km from the heart of Makara Beach. Enjoy access to the terrace, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Halswell Lodge - Motel: Free WiFi and parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a Smart TV. Central Makara Beach is 6.3 mi (10.2 km) away. Avana Suites: Enjoy access to the computer station, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Located 8.6 mi (13.8 km) from the heart of Makara Beach. BKs Premier Motel Esplanade: Central Makara Beach is 8.8 mi (14.2 km) away. Free WiFi, free parking and laundry facilities are available during your stay. Settlers Motor Lodge: 8.5 mi (13.7 km) from the heart of Makara Beach. Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi, self-parking and an area shuttle.
What can I do in Makara Beach?
Some outdoorsy places nearby include Makara Beach, Botanic Gardens and Zealandia. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Wellington Zoo, Wellington Cenotaph and Carter Observatory. While you're exploring the area, consider visiting Interislander Ferry Terminal, New Zealand Parliament Buildings and Beehive.
What's the weather like in Makara Beach?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Makara Beach to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually February and January, with an average temperature of 16°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 11°C. Average annual precipitation for Makara Beach is 986 mm.
What are my options for getting around Makara Beach while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about getting around Makara Beach to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.), which is located 9.1 mi (14.6 km) away from the heart of the city. Otherwise, you can search for flights to Kapiti Coast Airport (PPQ), which is 26.3 mi (42.4 km) away. If you'd like to venture out around the area, consider renting a car to explore more sights.

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