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Albatross Motel

4.0 star property
Waterfront motel with seasonal outdoor pool and Hot tub

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One Bedroom
Studio Twin | Private kitchen
Seasonal outdoor pool
Studio Twin | Private kitchen
Nestled near McLean Park, Albatross Motel offers a tranquil retreat with a spa tub and seasonal outdoor pool. Unwind on the sunny terrace or explore the nearby Ahuriri Estuary and Pandora Pond. Previous guests have appreciated the convenient amenities like laundry facilities, free self parking, and luggage storage.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
The current price is NZ$122
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept

Room options

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Studio Twin

Studio Twin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Premium Studio

Premium Studio

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Studio Double

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 King Bed

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One Bedroom

One Bedroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Basic Studio

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Two Bedroom Apartment

Two Bedroom Apartment

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Smart TV
Premium bedding
2 bedrooms
  • 49 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed
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About the area

Map
56 Meeanee Quay, Westshore, Westshore, Napier, 4110

What's nearby

  • National Tobacco Company Building - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Marine Parade - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • McLean Park - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • National Aquarium of New Zealand - 6 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Mission Estate Winery - 8 min drive - 8.2 km

Getting around

  • Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay) - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Uncle - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Indian Palace - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sideline Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Thirsty Whale - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Albatross Motel

Upscale motel near Napier Beach
Located close to Ahuriri Estuary and Pandora Pond, Albatross Motel provides a terrace, laundry facilities and a hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out, barbecues and outdoor furniture
  • Luggage storage and tour/ticket information
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and bathrobes, in addition to perks such as free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
  • 32-inch Smart TVs with premium channels
  • Communal kitchens, mini fridges and microwaves

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • In a provincial park
  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Toaster

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laundry detergent

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Thursday (8:00 AM - 8:00 PM) and Friday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 9:00 PM)
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The seasonal pool will be open from October to March

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

Albatross Motel
Albatross Motel Napier
Albatross Napier
Motel Albatross
Albatross Hotel Napier
Albatross Motel Napier
Albatross Motel Motel
Albatross Motel Napier
Albatross Motel Motel Napier

Frequently asked questions

Does Albatross Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Albatross Motel?

As of 2 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Albatross Motel on 6 Sept 2025 start from NZ$121.68, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Albatross Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Albatross Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Albatross Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Albatross Motel?

Checkout is at 10 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Albatross Motel located?

Located in Westshore, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Ahuriri Estuary and Pandora Pond. National Tobacco Company Building and McLean Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Albatross Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 74 out of 215 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 91 out of 215 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 215 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 215 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 215 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mackenzie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was kept very clean by friendly and hard working housekeeping staff. There is a dedicated parking space for each room so no issues finding a parking spot. Would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All was beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, helpful staff, clean and tidy, short drive to ahuriri and town centre. Good value for money. Lovely pool
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
i loved that the room was perfectly self contained with plates, bowls, cooker and when we wanted an iron the guy brought one ot use with a smile. Really lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Overall great motel

Great stay, very comfortable bed, very clean, good location for bike riding, excellent restaurant - Habitat just down the road
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Lorenzo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very accommodating, the Host was awesome and we had a wonderful time there.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful friendly welcome on checkin
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terese

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly and it was very clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great space
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pramuk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice place to stay. The reception staff was nice. There is a nice walking track close by.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Maninder

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great welcoming staff

8/10 Good

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy walking distance to the beach and walking track opposite the motel and a country pub restaurant on corner. Clean tidy units and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dianne

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
everything it was awesome would not hesitate to go back thak you.

10/10 Excellent

Mick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and tidy. Lovely pool and spa on a hot day, towells provided. Easy walk into town for a vast array of eateries.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Maswati

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Easy access and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Decent place. No complaints.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nicely appointed rooms for our family with all that we needed. Clean. Friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and well maintained. Close to the north end of Napier. Real easy access to the highway.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

MELE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was a great and enjoyable stay for what we paid for. Not sure if all the other rooms are like ours but just as a recommendation to the hotel if they reposition where the tv is, customers would not get a sore neck/head whilst watching.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Jason

Room was very good for a single night stay Shower system rubbish and detracted from otherwise good stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Megan

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Rooms were dated and smelled of bleach.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024