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Our top choices for North Island motels

A covered outdoor area with a table and chairs, a white railing, and a view of the water and mountains.

1. Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only

Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only
3.0 star property
Taupō Central
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (702 reviews)
"Very clean great location and the hot pool was awesome"
Australia
Michael
$101 nightly
The price is $117
Dec 16 - Dec 17
Total with taxes and fees
Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, a plant, and a balcony with outdoor seating.

2. Serene suites

Serene suites
3.0 star property
Melville
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Clean, very helpful staff"
Australia
ashley
$105 nightly
The price is $120
Nov 20 - Nov 21
Total with taxes and fees
Serene suites
A room with a large sliding glass door leading to an outdoor deck with a wooden railing.

3. Waitomo Lodge

Waitomo Lodge
2.0 star property
Te Kuiti
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (306 reviews)
"Very clean, helpful smiling staff, good wi fi, comfy beds, good view of foliage"
Australia
Paul
$75 nightly
The price is $86
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Total with taxes and fees
Waitomo Lodge
A patio with outdoor furniture, a large umbrella, and a view of the sea.

4. Cascades Lakefront Motel

Cascades Lakefront Motel
4.0 star property
Two Mile Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (707 reviews)
"Lovely place to stay close to lake"
United Kingdom
Mark
$100 nightly
The price is $116
Dec 16 - Dec 17
Total with taxes and fees
Cascades Lakefront Motel
A modern house with a patio, a barbecue grill, and a view of the water.

5. The Reef Resort

The Reef Resort
4.0 star property
Waipahihi
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (995 reviews)
"That pool was amazing..."
Australia
Brad
$135 nightly
The price is $156
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
The Reef Resort
A modern room with a sofa, a TV, and a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of the sea.

6. Gables Lakefront Motel

Gables Lakefront Motel
2.5 star property
Taupō Central
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (511 reviews)
"Great location, spa was great and staff were helpful if you had any spa issues."
Australia
Amy
$90 nightly
The price is $104
Dec 16 - Dec 17
Total with taxes and fees
Gables Lakefront Motel
A modern hotel room with a bed, grey sofa, and a desk.

7. Auckland Airport Motel

Auckland Airport Motel
3.0 star property
Mangere Bridge
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (812 reviews)
"Such nice staff so far the best staff in a motel we have been to around the area"
Australia
Brenda
$50 nightly
The price is $59
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Total with taxes and fees
Auckland Airport Motel
A modern building with a reception area and a sign indicating a vacancy.

8. Beechtree Motel

Beechtree Motel
4.5 star property
Taupō Central
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"very nice place to stay at"
Australia
shane
$73 nightly
The price is $84
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Total with taxes and fees
Beechtree Motel
A beach with people relaxing on the grass, a tree, and the ocean in the background.

9. Emerald Inn

Emerald Inn
4.0 star property
Takapuna
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (363 reviews)
"Always a great place to stay with report like surroundings and so close to one of the best cafes and Takapuna Beach."
Australia
Debbie
$92 nightly
The price is $106
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
Emerald Inn
A hotel entrance with stone pillars, a paved driveway, and a sign indicating a 5-minute walk to the hotel.

10. STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua

STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua
2.0 star property
Glenholme
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (162 reviews)
"Enjoyable stay with the team, friendly staff and clean motel. Would be happy to stay again"
Australia
Ross
$89 nightly
The price is $103
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Total with taxes and fees
STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a fence, surrounded by buildings.

11. Beachside Resort Whitianga

Beachside Resort Whitianga
4.0 star property
Whitianga
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (936 reviews)
"I had a great stay here. Great customer service from Monita. Very clean rooms. I enjoyed!."
Australia
Mohammed
$72 nightly
The price is $83
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
Beachside Resort Whitianga
A modern hotel room with a large balcony, a sofa, a desk with a laptop, and a TV.

12. ASURE Admirals View Motel

ASURE Admirals View Motel
4.0 star property
Paihia
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (488 reviews)
"This was a clean, well maintained room in a conveniently located motel. Easy to find, parking available and all the attractions within walking distance. Owner was really helpful with booking local attractions and recommendations of good places to eat."
United Kingdom
Sarah
$71 nightly
The price is $82
Nov 27 - Nov 28
Total with taxes and fees
ASURE Admirals View Motel
A modern building with large glass windows and a covered outdoor area.

13. Lake Taupo Motor Inn

Lake Taupo Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Taupō Central
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location, clean room, friendly staff. Would definitely stay again - I wish we had motels like this in the states!"
United States
Gretchen
$86 nightly
The price is $99
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
Lake Taupo Motor Inn
A balcony with a view of a calm lake and distant mountains.

14. Boulevard Waters

Boulevard Waters
4.0 star property
Waipahihi
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (340 reviews)
"View was amazing and room was comfortable. Could use a touch up but everything else was great."
Australia
Tasha
$89 nightly
The price is $102
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Total with taxes and fees
Boulevard Waters
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a covered area, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a sign.

15. Regal Palms Resort

Regal Palms Resort
5.0 star property
Glenholme
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Lovely place. Look forward to coming back."
Australia
Jessica
$118 nightly
The price is $137
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Total with taxes and fees
Regal Palms Resort
A balcony with two red chairs, a small table with a book, and a view of a lake and distant hills.

16. Breakwater Motel

Breakwater Motel
4.5 star property
Paihia
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (589 reviews)
"A great place to stay. Great value for money."
Canada
Saviz
$123 nightly
The price is $142
Dec 3 - Dec 4
Total with taxes and fees
Breakwater Motel
A room with a large sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area with a table and chairs, a red sofa, and a view of the ocean and trees.

17. Pebble Beach Motor Inn

Pebble Beach Motor Inn
4.5 star property
Napier South
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (988 reviews)
"a nice old fashioned beachfront motel with great views, easy parking, and large rooms with balconies, across the street from the aquarium and 5-10 minute walk from the art deco waterfront stage and 1930s streets"
Canada
andrew
$74 nightly
The price is $86
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Total with taxes and fees
Pebble Beach Motor Inn
A balcony with a view of the sea, wicker chairs, a small table, and a white railing.

18. Baycrest Lodge

Baycrest Lodge
4.5 star property
Taupō Central
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (820 reviews)
"Nice overnight stopover."
Australia
Kelly
$148 nightly
The price is $171
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
Baycrest Lodge
A resort with a swimming pool, red buildings, and surrounding greenery.

19. Parklands Motorlodge

Parklands Motorlodge
3.5 star property
Turangi
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (424 reviews)
"Great place to stay, Chenara is always there to help if required"
Australia
Andy
$70 nightly
The price is $80
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
Parklands Motorlodge
A hotel room with a large sliding glass door to the balcony, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a small desk.

20. Sails On The Lake

Sails On The Lake
3.5 star property
Taupō Central
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (784 reviews)
"Nice and clean room. Has everything we need. Close to all the sites of interest."
Singapore
Hung Yong James
$99 nightly
The price is $115
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Total with taxes and fees
Sails On The Lake
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Top North Island Hotel Reviews

JetPark Hotel Auckland Airport

JetPark Hotel Auckland Airport

10/10 Excellent
"Convenient airport shuttle. The food at the resturant is so delicious and the staffs are welcoming. Overall it is a good place to stay near the airport."
Feng 1-night trip
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JetPark Hotel Auckland Airport

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Frequently asked questions

What is the nightly rate for a motel in North Island?
You can find a great deal from $59 on North Island motels with Expedia. Typically, prices are higher during popular times – like weekends and holidays – while staying midweek is often cheaper. To find the best nightly rates on North Island motels, try to be flexible with travel dates, and sort search results by price from low to high.
Is it better to stay in a North Island motel or hotel?
Motels and Hotels have different perks. When you stay at a motel, you're likely to find free parking and an outdoor pool. Staying overnight at a motel, can be handy when requiring easy road access. You'll often have access to your room from outside, and directly from the parking lot. Hotels generally have room access from inside the building. Motels are also often less expensive than hotels. The word "motel" was coined in 1925 by the owner of the Milestone Mo-Tel in San Luis Obispo, California.

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