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Our top choices for Waitao motels

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1. Bay Palm Motel

Bay Palm Motel
3.5 star property
Mount Maunganui
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (543 reviews)
"Clean and practical, has everything you need."
Australia
Tracy
The price is NZ$180
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
Bay Palm Motel
Beach nearby

2. Blue Haven Motel

Blue Haven Motel
3.0 star property
Mount Maunganui
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (492 reviews)
"A great wee property. Close to the beach and has everything you need. Really friendly staff. New World supermarket across the road so that is very handy."
Australia
Michelle
The price is NZ$168
includes taxes & fees
22 Aug - 23 Aug
Blue Haven Motel
Executive Suite

3. Gateway Motor Inn

Gateway Motor Inn
2.5 star property
Mount Maunganui
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (327 reviews)
"Lovely stay"
United Kingdom
Joanna
The price is NZ$190
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
Gateway Motor Inn
Standard Studio, Non Smoking | Private kitchen

4. 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$214
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
Energy Motor Lodge
Standard Studio

5. Summit Motor Lodge

Summit Motor Lodge
2.0 star property
Judea
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (114 reviews)
"Good overnight stay place for pet owners"
Australia
Renee
The price is NZ$195
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
Summit Motor Lodge
One Bedroom

6. Cottage Park Thermal Motel

Cottage Park Thermal Motel
2.5 star property
Hairini
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (142 reviews)
"Tidy, we'll present motel"
Australia
Michael
The price is NZ$174
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
Cottage Park Thermal Motel
Outdoor pool

7. Bennetts Tauranga Motor Inn

Bennetts Tauranga Motor Inn
3.0 star property
Tauranga South
7.8 out of 10, Good, (325 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay at this motel. Everything was exceptionally clean, and the beds were incredibly comfortable. We stayed in a room with one king-size bed and two single beds, which was perfect for our family. One of the highlights was the thermal spa pool located just behind the room. It was so relaxing to soak in the warm thermal pool after dinner—it made the whole experience even more enjoyable. The bathroom is a little dated, but it was very clean and the shower had great water...
Australia
Hong
The price is NZ$172
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
Bennetts Tauranga Motor Inn
16. Queen Studio

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)
"Great location, nice clean pool."
New Zealand
Chris
The price is NZ$202
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Asure Macys Motor Inn And Conference Centre
Standard One Bedroom Suite

9. Pacific Motor Inn

Pacific Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Mount Maunganui
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (260 reviews)
"Loved our stay! Would definitely stay again"
Australia
Sherry
The price is NZ$178
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Pacific Motor Inn
Executive Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

10. 850 Cameron Motel

850 Cameron Motel
4.5 star property
Tauranga South
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (627 reviews)
"accessible parking, clean room and parking area. Comfortable and warm beds,all necessary equipment to cook a meal. Would stay again."
Australia
Ngaere
The price is NZ$228
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
850 Cameron Motel
King Bed Waterfront Upstairs Apartment

11. 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, (377 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
12 Aug - 13 Aug
Harbour View Motel and Water Front Apartments
Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, free WiFi

12. Bethlehem Motor Inn

Bethlehem Motor Inn
3.0 star property
Bethlehem
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (411 reviews)
"We had a good stay nice and clean and comfortable no problems"
Australia
TERANGI
The price is NZ$220
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Bethlehem Motor Inn
Deluxe Studio | Living area

13. Cobblestone Court Motel – Wenzel Motels

Cobblestone Court Motel – Wenzel Motels
3.0 star property
Otumoetai
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (230 reviews)
"Can't fault anything this motel was fantastic especially liked the extra blankets for the bed, nice touch!"
Australia
Jeanette
The price is NZ$163
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Cobblestone Court Motel – Wenzel Motels
Front of property

14. Aquarius Motor Inn

Aquarius Motor Inn
3.0 star property
Mount Maunganui
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (264 reviews)
"Perfect and spacious"
Australia
Charles
The price is NZ$162
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
Aquarius Motor Inn
Front of property – evening/night

15. Harbour City Motor Inn

Harbour City Motor Inn
2.5 star property
Tauranga
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (217 reviews)
"Clean, tidy and conveniently situated in the CBD."
Australia
John
The price is NZ$194
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Harbour City Motor Inn
Garden

16. Roselands Motel

Roselands Motel
3.0 star property
Tauranga
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (147 reviews)
"Very clean, quiet, helpful staff, comfortable bed, well equipped."
Australia
Neil
The price is NZ$162
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
Roselands Motel
Garden

17. Baywatch Motor Inn

Baywatch Motor Inn
4.0 star property
Mount Maunganui
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (327 reviews)
"Great location and lovely staff "
Australia
Sharon
The price is NZ$194
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
Baywatch Motor Inn
Exterior

18. 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$266
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
Durham Motor Inn
Chalet ( 1 Queen Bed and 3 Single Beds )

19. 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
12 Aug - 13 Aug
Accommodation Te Puna
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CitySide Hotel Tauranga

CitySide Hotel Tauranga

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"Great hotel in a very convenient location. Nice, clean and modern."
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Waitao Motels information

Number of reviews
4,798
Accommodation
27 Motels
Lowest Price
NZ$162
Highest Price
NZ$266

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 909 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. Bay Palm Motel: A seasonal outdoor pool, free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay. Central Waitao is 3.1 mi (5 km) away. Blue Haven Motel: Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Located 4.9 mi (7.9 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 Kaiate Falls and Rangataua Bay. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Tenpin Tauranga, Waimarino Adventure Park and Game On Activities. 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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