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Our top choices for Tairua motels

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1. Tairua Shores

Tairua Shores
3.5 star property
Tairua
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (169 reviews)
"Everything about the place, made for a great stay"
Australia
Peter
$101 nightly
The price is $116
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
Tairua Shores
A residential area with houses, a tennis court, and a swimming pool.

2. Pauanui Pines Motor Lodge

Pauanui Pines Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Pauanui
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (121 reviews)
"Clean rooms, great facilities and excellent location."
Australia
Rochelle
$113 nightly
The price is $132
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Total with taxes and fees
Pauanui Pines Motor Lodge
A room with a view of a wooden deck and outdoor seating area.

3. Aotearoa Lodge

Aotearoa Lodge
3.0 star property
Whitianga
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (187 reviews)
"Staff was friendly and nice. Free shovel for rent. Room was okay, access to balcony/ back yard, working heater! Bathroom was small and needed some upgrade."
Australia
kim
$69 nightly
The price is $81
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Total with taxes and fees
Aotearoa Lodge
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

4. Bayside Holiday Units

Bayside Holiday Units
3.0 star property
Whitianga
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (100 reviews)
"Very welcoming and helpful staff and a wonderfully quiet location so close to a very beautiful beach."
New Zealand
Gay
$74 nightly
The price is $87
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
Bayside Holiday Units
A garden with various plants and trees, including palm trees and agave plants.

5. Peninsula Motel

Peninsula Motel
3.5 star property
Whitianga
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (328 reviews)
"Older motel but well maintained. Very roomy and right in town"
Australia
David
$79 nightly
The price is $91
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Total with taxes and fees
Peninsula Motel
A swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by lounge chairs and a fence.

6. Beachside Resort Whitianga

Beachside Resort Whitianga
4.0 star property
Whitianga
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (928 reviews)
"Clean room, accomodating staff, proximity to the beach"
Australia
Davelyn
$68 nightly
The price is $79
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Total with taxes and fees
Beachside Resort Whitianga
A modern outdoor deck with a glass door leading to a living area with a sofa and chairs, overlooking a body of water.

7. Coastal Motor Lodge

Coastal Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Thames
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (287 reviews)
"All was excellent; staff, parking, cleanliness & spacious rooms! Would recommend and definately stay again!"
Australia
Leslie
$81 nightly
The price is $94
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Total with taxes and fees
Coastal Motor Lodge
A modern kitchen with a large island, bar stools, and a stone accent wall.

8. Rolleston Motel Thames – Wenzel Motels

Rolleston Motel Thames – Wenzel Motels
3.0 star property
Thames
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (266 reviews)
"I loved the outside spa bath under the moonlight and stars."
Australia
Christopher
$76 nightly
The price is $89
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
Rolleston Motel Thames – Wenzel Motels
A balcony with a table, chairs, and a yellow towel. It overlooks a beach and a road with trees and hills in the distance.

9. Oceanside Motel

Oceanside Motel
3.5 star property
Whitianga
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (306 reviews)
"Very clean property with helpful staff. Also awesome view of the ocean just across the road."
Australia
Jason
$108 nightly
The price is $126
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Total with taxes and fees
Oceanside Motel
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Top Tairua Hotel Reviews

Beachside Resort Whitianga

Beachside Resort Whitianga

10/10 Excellent
"excellent location and well presented venue"
Jitu 1-night trip
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Beachside Resort Whitianga

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Tairua Motels information

Number of reviews
1,970
Accommodation
13 Motels
Lowest Price
$79
Highest Price
$132

Frequently asked questions

What are the best Tairua motels, based on reviews?
Tairua Shores is an excellent choice for travelers seeking a memorable stay in Tairua, boasting an impressive 9.4 rating. This motel offers stunning partial sea views, great for those who want to wake up to the soothing sounds of the ocean. The well-equipped kitchenettes, complete with microwaves, refrigerators, and toasters, provide the convenience of preparing meals at your leisure, making it ideal for families or anyone who appreciates the comforts of home.
What is the nightly rate for a motel in Tairua?
You can find a great deal from $79 on Tairua 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 Tairua 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 Tairua 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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