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Just a 7-minute drive from The Strand waterfront area and the CBD, which is home to a number of cafes, restaurants, pubs and nightclubs, 850 Cameron Motel features complimentary WiFi and access to a garden.

Our plane was delayed and the staff were very accommodating about a late check for us. The room and bathroom was exceptionally clean. The furnishings were very clean and tidy, not tatty and old. The kitchen had everything we needed. We had a lovely little outdoor sitting area which was private and sunny.

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9.2
Superb
563 reviews
Price from
£98
per night

Just 40 metres from the stunning Tauranga Harbour, Asure Harbour View Motel offers free Wi-Fi, free kayak rental and features a beautifully cobbled courtyard with a communal BBQ area.

Each apartment includes a 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a kitchen or kitchenette with a stove, microwave and tea/coffee making facilities. Some offer a lovely garden view.

The location with views over the water, and tastefully decorated interior.

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9.1
Superb
481 reviews
Price from
£111
per night

Set in Tauranga, 10 km from ASB Baypark Stadium, Colonial Court Motor Inn offers accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and barbecue facilities. This 4-star motel offers luggage storage space and free WiFi. The motel features family rooms.

Our room was immaculate and clean, with easy check-in and accessible parking. Our host was friendly, with a wealth of knowledge about activities in the local area. He was also very accommodating when we decided to book extra nights. We appreciated the laundry facilities as well.

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9.3
Superb
64 reviews
Price from
£132
per night

The Tauranga on the Waterfront is situated in a quiet street, less than 5 minutes' walk from the town's shops, restaurants and bars. Some accommodation offers uninterrupted water views. Free high-speed WiFi and on-site parking is available.

it worked well for our family with a great view!

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8.6
Fabulous
2,426 reviews
Price from
£105
per night

This 4-star inn offers value-for-money accommodation just a short stroll from Tauranga city centre with its many restaurants, cafés and shops. Guests enjoy free Wi-Fi and an outdoor swimming pool surrounded by lovely gardens.

Convenient location as it is walking distance to many restaurants. Good facilities.

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8.9
Fabulous
1,981 reviews
Price from
£105
per night

Set in Tauranga, 7 km from Mills Reef Winery, Cameron Thermal Motel features a spa

The rooms are equipped with an oven, microwave, a kettle, a shower, free toiletries and a wardrobe. Rooms are fitted with a flat-screen TV, and certain rooms will provide you with pool view. All guest rooms at the motel are fitted with a seating area.

nice surprise having our beds made and towels changed daily. Very happy with our stay

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8.4
Very good
381 reviews
Price from
£110
per night

Just 5 minutes’ drive from Tauranga town centre, Academy Motor Inn features free WiFi, a heated outdoor pool and a hot tub. You can also prepare a fresh-cooked meal using the BBQ facilities.

The property offers a range of continental and cooked breakfast options. A chargeback option is also available for local restaurants including CBK, The Phoenix and 88 Chinese Restaurant.

clean and tidy and Simon provided excellent service.

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8.9
Fabulous
391 reviews
Price from
£108
per night

Just 3 minutes’ walk from The Strand waterfront, Harbour City Motor-Inn & Conference offers accommodation with a spa bath and flat-screen satellite TV. Free WiFi and free parking are included.

Harbour City Motor-Inn & Conference is just 100 metres from the Tauranga Visitor Information Centre. Mount Maunganui and Tauranga Airport are each a 10-minute drive away.

Location location location. Within 2 blocks of the beach, restaurants, shops etc. Lovely hosts very helpful and friendly. The room was comfy and clean. Free parking was a bonus. We would stay again.

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8
Very good
241 reviews
Price from
£110
per night

Featuring a swimming pool, an indoor spa pool, and a tennis court, this motel and conference centre offers stylish and comfortable accommodation with free Wi-Fi and SKY TV, less than 10 minutes' drive from Tauranga city centre.

Lovely room, very clean, good facilities. The laundry room was an added bonus, just $2 per load use the honest box in the laundry. It was warm and sunny outside so I was able to dry my washing outside on the line provided at the back of the building. A dryer was available for a further $2. I made use of the swimming pool, it was a little cold, but it was a sunny day and afterwards a dip in the hot tub was wonderful. Situated close to nearby shops and the city was about a 15 minute drive as long as you don’t get stuck in traffic, which built up at obvious times around 2:3pm when children are beginning to come home from school and again at 4:30ish pm when people were driving home from work. Lovely staff on hand to make your stay as comfortable as possible. When we arrived the key fob that is inserted to get the electricity supply was broken and the lady in charge, sorry I didn’t get her name, went out of her way and beyond her working day to sort a temporary fix out. She apologised profusely for the temporary fix, to us it was not an issue at all. She then booked the election to come out the following day to fit a new device. This lovely lady then came to check that everything had been done properly. What a star, thank you so much.

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8.5
Very good
533 reviews
Price from
£108
per night

Located alongside the Bay of Plenty, Ambassador Motor Inn offers free Wi-Fi and a swimming pool. All suites and studios feature a flat-screen TV and kitchenette facilities.

Tauranga’s shops, restaurants and pubs are 7 minutes’ drive from the Ambassador Motel. It is a 20-minute drive from both Tauranga Harbour and Mount Beach.

Clean, spacious, comfortable, well maintained, convenient parking, good location, nice kitchen facilities, responsive and helpful staff

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8.8
Fabulous
416 reviews
Price from
£95
per night

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  • Colonial Court Motor Inn
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 64 reviews

    Set in Tauranga, 10 km from ASB Baypark Stadium, Colonial Court Motor Inn offers accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and barbecue facilities.

    Gorgeous one-bedroom apartment with a private outdoor area

  • 850 Cameron Motel
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 563 reviews

    Just a 7-minute drive from The Strand waterfront area and the CBD, which is home to a number of cafes, restaurants, pubs and nightclubs, 850 Cameron Motel features complimentary WiFi and access to a...

    Absolutely loved this place! Clean tidy & modern!

  • ASURE Harbour View Motel
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 481 reviews

    Just 40 metres from the stunning Tauranga Harbour, Asure Harbour View Motel offers free Wi-Fi, free kayak rental and features a beautifully cobbled courtyard with a communal BBQ area.

    Nice light and airy room. Exactly as advertised. Great views.

  • Durham Court Motor Inn
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,981 reviews

    This 4-star inn offers value-for-money accommodation just a short stroll from Tauranga city centre with its many restaurants, cafés and shops.

    Friendly owners, location great for getting to restaurants

  • Academy Motor Inn
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 393 reviews

    Just 5 minutes’ drive from Tauranga town centre, Academy Motor Inn features free WiFi, a heated outdoor pool and a hot tub. You can also prepare a fresh-cooked meal using the BBQ facilities.

    Liked everything. Amazingly clean. Loved the pool!

  • Ambassador Motor Inn
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 417 reviews

    Located alongside the Bay of Plenty, Ambassador Motor Inn offers free Wi-Fi and a swimming pool. All suites and studios feature a flat-screen TV and kitchenette facilities.

    presentation , clean tidy and always a great experience

  • The Tauranga on the Waterfront
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,426 reviews

    The Tauranga on the Waterfront is situated in a quiet street, less than 5 minutes' walk from the town's shops, restaurants and bars. Some accommodation offers uninterrupted water views.

    Loved how clean it was, and had everything we needed.

  • Bethlehem Motor Inn and Conference Centre
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 535 reviews

    Featuring a swimming pool, an indoor spa pool, and a tennis court, this motel and conference centre offers stylish and comfortable accommodation with free Wi-Fi and SKY TV, less than 10 minutes' drive...

    Location, rooms blinds, pool, tennis court, laundry

  • Cameron Thermal Motel
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 387 reviews

    Set in Tauranga, 7 km from Mills Reef Winery, Cameron Thermal Motel features a spa and BBQ facilities. All rooms feature a kitchen and a private bathroom.

    Extremely clean and comfortable. Very homely feeling

  • Cobblestone Court Motel - Wenzel Motels
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 162 reviews

    Cobblestone Court Motel - Wenzel Motels offers self-contained accommodation in a beautiful garden setting, with all rooms leading out to a private patio.

    The service was great, was tidy and well equipped.

  • ASURE Macy's Motor Inn
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 292 reviews

    Macy’s offers self-contained accommodation just 300 metres from the Wairekeao Estaury boardwalk and 15 minutes’ drive from Tauranga Airport.

    It was everything and more that I wanted it to be..

  • Harbour City Motor Inn & Conference
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 244 reviews

    Just 3 minutes’ walk from The Strand waterfront, Harbour City Motor-Inn & Conference offers accommodation with a spa bath and flat-screen satellite TV. Free WiFi and free parking are included.

    close to all the amenities within walking distance

  • 18th Avenue Thermal Motel
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 441 reviews

    Located in the heart of the picturesque Bay of Plenty region, 18th Avenue Thermal Motel features self-catering accommodation with free Wi-Fi. Tauranga city centre is a 5-minute drive away.

    Facilities was good and clean plus staff was very helpful

  • Cottage Park Thermal Motel
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 350 reviews

    Cottage Park Thermal Motel is located in Tauranga. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a barbecue.

    Nicely renovated unit. Spotlessly clean and spacious.

  • Bennetts Thermal Motor Inn
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,183 reviews

    Bennetts Thermal Motor Inn offers an outdoor pool and mineral pools. A 15-minute drive from Waimarino Adventure Park and Dolphin Blue Tauranga, the property offers free Wi-Fi access.

    Other than the hot water spa not working it was ok

  • Strand Motel
    Central location
    6.6
    Scored 6.6
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 485 reviews

    Budget motel located in the heart of the city of Tauranga and overlooking the harbor, strand motel features free private parking on-site. Tauranga Airport is just an 8-minute drive from the property.

    Spacious, clean and tidy. Perfect central location

  • Rainbow Motel
    Central location
    4.3
    Scored 4.3
    Disappointing
    Rated disappointing
     · 80 reviews

    Located just opposite the Gate Pa shopping centre in Tauranga, Rainbow Motel offers self-contained accommodation featuring fully equipped kitchens.

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Motels that guests love in Tauranga

  • 4.3
    Scored 4.3
    Disappointing
    Rated disappointing
     · 80 reviews
    Nothing, it is a dump, homeless folk in sub standard accomodation, not fit to be called a Motel. Limited English from the receptionist. The worst place I have ever made the mistake of booking into.
    V
    Vic
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £127.21
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 162 reviews
    Whilst booking.com confirmed my reservation, the motel’s office hours were until 6pm not 8pm as advertised online. Arrived at property and no one at reception and after hours number did not pick up the phone. On a busy weekend no other place available in town, very disappointing.
    Markus
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £105.35
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,426 reviews
    Modern motel with clean and comfortable room. Friendly and helpful staff. Though on the edge of the central area of town, it's a relatively easy stroll to the waterfront for a selection of bars and restaurants.
    Graham
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £135.88
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,981 reviews
    The hosts were awesome. Beautiful clean motel. Swimming pool was just what we needed on a hot summers day. Exceptional motel!!
    Annette J
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £82.81
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 328 reviews
    The Motel's facilities were perfect for our stay. Grandma with to small Grandson's. The boys had an amazing stay and were very excited. Any future stays in the area we will continue to stay at Arahanui
    Cheryl
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £47.04
    7.1
    Scored 7.1
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,040 reviews
    The woman working at reception was exceptionally wonderful, friendly and helpful. I was running behind schedule and was going to be late for my tour at of Hobbiton when I checked in, and she was quick to see that I was a little stressed. She was able to call Hobbiton (as I didn't have a working phone to call) to help reschedule my tour to a later time, and then proceeded to give me a quick run-down of the hostel before I got back on the road for my tour. I am very grateful for her assistance.
    Ting
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £110.89
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 481 reviews
    Wow, what can I say?!!, Kathy was soo welcoming friendly and very helpful, local knowledge is great!. The motel had a lovely feel to it, was extremely clean and comfortable, the four of us enjoyed our stay immensely especially the secure garden , seating area, out our back door. The the location was close to great shopping and eating with the beach a very short walk away, approximately 20m, highly recommend Kathy, the staff AND the motel, will definitely book again! A+++ THANK YOU Kathy.
    Robyn
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £82.81
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 328 reviews
    Staff arranged for self check-in as I was going to be late. Precise instructions on how to find the motel were also helpful. Decent sized room and bathroom but needs some repairs to shower, looking rundown and tired
    Brenda
    Solo traveller
  • 4.3
    Scored 4.3
    Disappointing
    Rated disappointing
     · 80 reviews
    Location is the only plus point of this Motel.
    Agam
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £114.73
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,034 reviews
    Room was well appointed, good size, room to spread out. Nice comfortable bed & pillows, no hard lump in the middle as I have experienced at other motels. Was clean & tidy, close to town so easy to walk in for dinner etc and back.
    Signal
    Young couple

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