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Our top choices for Waitao motels

An aerial view of a coastal town with a prominent hill, a beach, and a marina with boats.

1. Bay Palm Motel

Bay Palm Motel
3.5 star property
Mount Maunganui
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (548 reviews)
"Good value for money"
Australia
Leda
The price is NZ$182
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Bay Palm Motel

2. Gateway Motor Inn

Gateway Motor Inn
2.5 star property
Mount Maunganui
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (328 reviews)
"Very clean nice staff enjoyed our stay thank you"
Australia
Henare
The price is NZ$190
includes taxes & fees
26 Sept - 27 Sept
Gateway Motor Inn
A wide sandy beach with gentle waves, a clear sky, and distant mountains.

3. Blue Haven Motel

Blue Haven Motel
3.0 star property
Mount Maunganui
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (497 reviews)
"Great location"
Australia
Phyllipa
The price is NZ$161
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Blue Haven Motel
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a window with curtains, and a view of the outside.

4. Cottage Park Thermal Motel

Cottage Park Thermal Motel
2.5 star property
Hairini
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (144 reviews)
"Tidy, we'll present motel"
Australia
Michael
The price is NZ$169
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Cottage Park Thermal Motel
A bedroom with a bed, a fan, and a painting on the wall.

5. Rainbow Motel & Guest House

Rainbow Motel & Guest House
2.0 star property
Gate Pa
The price is NZ$107
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Rainbow Motel & Guest House
A compact kitchen with a dishwasher, a microwave, and a sink.

6. Energy Motor Lodge

Energy Motor Lodge
2.0 star property
Papamoa Beach
7.6 out of 10, Good, (26 reviews)
"Highly recommend this place!"
Australia
loxlan
The price is NZ$212
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Energy Motor Lodge
A modern living room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony overlooking a body of water.

7. Harbour View Motel and Water Front Apartments

Harbour View Motel and Water Front Apartments
4.0 star property
Tauranga
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (378 reviews)
"A lovely cosy place to stay. Super amazing and accomodating staff as well which is always a bonus. Will be back to stay in the future."
Australia
Casey
The price is NZ$200
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Harbour View Motel and Water Front Apartments
A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a bathroom with a bathtub.

8. Asure Macys Motor Inn And Conference Centre

Asure Macys Motor Inn And Conference Centre
4.0 star property
Tauranga
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (525 reviews)
"The room was clean and the staff were friendly."
New Zealand
Kusik
The price is NZ$197
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Asure Macys Motor Inn And Conference Centre
A swimming pool with a white lounge chair, surrounded by a metal fence and lush greenery.

9. Bennetts Tauranga Motor Inn

Bennetts Tauranga Motor Inn
3.0 star property
Tauranga South
7.8 out of 10, Good, (325 reviews)
"The layout was great, even though the place was a bit dated we had everything we needed and we had a great stay."
Australia
Jason
The price is NZ$184
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Bennetts Tauranga Motor Inn
A backyard with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a hot tub.

10. Cobblestone Court Motel – Wenzel Motels

Cobblestone Court Motel – Wenzel Motels
3.0 star property
Otumoetai
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (233 reviews)
"Friendly, helpful staff, roomy unit, good appliances. Handy location = minutes from town, good access."
Australia
Ernie
The price is NZ$193
includes taxes & fees
26 Sept - 27 Sept
Cobblestone Court Motel – Wenzel Motels
A hotel entrance with a covered driveway, palm trees, and a sign indicating a vacancy.

11. Aquarius Motor Inn

Aquarius Motor Inn
3.0 star property
Mount Maunganui
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (268 reviews)
"Really spacious and comfortable. Quiet location but conveniently close to shops, dining etc."
Australia
Edgar
The price is NZ$161
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Aquarius Motor Inn
A multi-story building with curved balconies, palm trees, and a landscaped garden.

12. Baywatch Motor Inn

Baywatch Motor Inn
4.0 star property
Mount Maunganui
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (329 reviews)
"Great location and lovely staff "
Australia
Sharon
The price is NZ$182
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Baywatch Motor Inn
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a TV.

13. 850 Cameron Motel

850 Cameron Motel
4.5 star property
Tauranga South
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (628 reviews)
"Really helpful staff. Room was clean and tidy, bed was a bit softer than I’d prefer but otherwise no complaints. Would stay again. Cafe nearby was good for breakfast."
Australia
Alistair
The price is NZ$228
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
850 Cameron Motel
A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view through a window with curtains.

14. Bethlehem Motor Inn

Bethlehem Motor Inn
3.0 star property
Bethlehem
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (416 reviews)
"Lovely Friendly host"
Australia
Wayne
The price is NZ$186
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Bethlehem Motor Inn
A motel with a modern design, featuring a large signboard, a covered entrance, and a parking area.

15. Harbour City Motor Inn

Harbour City Motor Inn
2.5 star property
Tauranga
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (218 reviews)
"Clean, tidy and conveniently situated in the CBD."
Australia
John
The price is NZ$201
includes taxes & fees
26 Sept - 27 Sept
Harbour City Motor Inn
A modern hotel room with two beds, a large window, and a balcony.

16. Summit Motor Lodge

Summit Motor Lodge
2.0 star property
Judea
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (116 reviews)
"Good overnight stay place for pet owners"
Australia
Renee
The price is NZ$191
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Summit Motor Lodge

17. Pacific Motor Inn

Pacific Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Mount Maunganui
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (270 reviews)
"Great location perfect for a business trip"
Australia
Steve
The price is NZ$185
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Pacific Motor Inn
A sign for The Roselands Motel with a vacancy notice.

18. Roselands Motel

Roselands Motel
3.0 star property
Tauranga
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (148 reviews)
"Very clean, quiet, helpful staff, comfortable bed, well equipped."
Australia
Neil
The price is NZ$164
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Roselands Motel
A modern building with a sign reading "Durham Court Motor Inn" and a "VACANCY" sign.

19. Durham Motor Inn

Durham Motor Inn
4.0 star property
Tauranga
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (283 reviews)
"Clean, great location, friendly staff and nicely updated room. "
United States
Joseph
The price is NZ$253
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Durham Motor Inn
A modern building with a covered porch, two red chairs, and a small table.

20. Accommodation Te Puna

Accommodation Te Puna
3.5 star property
Minden
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (111 reviews)
"Everything made a pleasant stay. My only gripe was the street noise and the sports bar over the road was not very clean"
Australia
Pauline
The price is NZ$166
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Accommodation Te Puna
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Waitao Motels information

Number of reviews
4,524
Accommodation
27 Motels
Lowest Price
NZ$107
Highest Price
NZ$253

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Waitao?
If you're not able to find a motel in Waitao, allow Expedia help you find a motel or similar property from over 888 lodging options in the larger area. Simply use our search tools to filter by price per night or money-saving amenities such as free parking and free airport transport.
What's it like to stay in a motel?
When you stay at a motel, you'll often find an outdoor pool and free parking. With a stay at a motel, you'll usually access your room from an outside corridor overlooking the car park. In the US, motels became more commonplace at the end of the 1940s with the appeal of road trip holidays, peaking in the mid-1960s with more than 60,000 properties.
What are the best motels in Waitao?
These are some of our customers' top motels in the larger area. Pacific Motor Inn is located 9.8 km from the heart of Waitao. Enjoy the in-room kitchenette, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Blue Haven Motel: Free WiFi, free parking and laundry facilities are available during your stay. Central Waitao is 4.9 mi (7.9 km) away. Summit Motor Lodge: Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Located 5.8 mi (9.3 km) from the heart of Waitao. Cottage Park Thermal Motel: Central Waitao is 4.1 mi (6.6 km) away. Free WiFi, free parking and laundry facilities are available during your stay. Harbour View Motel and Water Front Apartments: 4.4 mi (7.1 km) from the heart of Waitao. Enjoy access to the terrace, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking.
What things can I to do in Waitao?
Enjoy nature with a stop at Rangataua Bay and Kaiate Falls. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Waimarino Adventure Park, Tenpin Tauranga and Fergusson Park. While you're exploring the area, consider visiting Mercury Baypark, Papamoa Beach and Bayfair Shopping Centre.
What's the weather like in Waitao?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Waitao 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 11°C. Average annual precipitation for Waitao is 1593 mm.
What are my options for getting around Waitao while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about getting around Waitao to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Tauranga (TRG), which is located 4 mi (6.4 km) away from the city centre. Otherwise, you can search for flights to Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional), which is 27.4 mi (44.1 km) away. If you'd like to venture out around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.

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