For excellent family-friendly hotels in Whakatane, consider the
Livingston Motel,
Awa Motel,
One88 On Commerce,
Pacific Coast Motor Lodge, and Barringtons Motor Lodge.
The Livingston Motel, with a 9.4 rating, offers rooms with a sofa bed and a kitchen, along with free WiFi and complimentary self-parking, making it very convenient for families. It is located just 0.9 kilometres from the Whakatane Aquatic Centre. Guests consistently mention the clean rooms and great, efficient service from the brilliant and friendly staff.
Another great option is the Awa Motel, rated 9.2. This hotel provides free toiletries, free WiFi, and complimentary self-parking. It is conveniently situated just 0.1 kilometres from Mataatua: The House That Came Home and 0.7 kilometres from the Whakatane District Museum and Gallery. Guests frequently praise the lovely, big rooms, comfortable beds, and the absolutely amazing and friendly staff. The on-site food is also described as fantastic.
The One88 On Commerce has an outstanding rating of 9.8 and is well-suited for families, offering free cribs, a kitchen, free WiFi, and complimentary self-parking, along with free toiletries. It is very close to the Whakatane Aquatic Centre, just 0.3 kilometres away. Travellers often highlight the clean, big rooms and the great layout, as well as the lovely staff.
The Pacific Coast Motor Lodge, with a 9.4 rating, also caters to families with amenities such as cribs, a kitchen, free WiFi, and complimentary self-parking, plus free toiletries. It is located 0.9 kilometres from the Whakatane Aquatic Centre.
Finally, the Barringtons Motor Lodge, rated 9.6, offers connecting rooms, private indoor hot tubs, free toiletries, free WiFi, complimentary self-parking, and a 24-hour airport shuttle. It is 0.8 kilometres from the Whakatane Aquatic Centre. Guests appreciate the clean and friendly rooms, great service, and helpful staff.