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Aquarius Motor Inn

447 Maunganui Rd, Mount Maunganui, New Zealand
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gisborne
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

We loved staying here. The unit was spotless and had everything we needed and more. The hosts were so friendly and accommodating, and we really appreciated the upgrade to a two bedroom unit. I would recommend Aquarius to anyone, and we will definately be staying again.

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Christchurch, New Zealand
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 February 2013 via mobile

We stayed at Aquarius for two nights over the weekend in a rear apartment first floor.no Robles with noise and very friendly owners. Unit had all facilities required. Suspect that the unit is close to needing a small makeover but nothing to worry about. Happy to return at any time and will recommend to others.

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Kevin W, Owner at Aquarius Motor Inn, responded to this review
19 February 2013

Thank you for your comments. Glad you enjoyed your stay with us. With regards your 'minor makeover' comments, I assume you are referring to the bathroom, as these units have recently been recarpeted and redecorated. The bathrooms have been refurbished since your visit (repaint, new toilet cisterns and seats, vanity lights, grout/tile cleaning) as they were starting to look a... More

Sydney, Australia
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 January 2013

Thank you to Kevin and Lynn for the exceptional device they provided throughout our eight night stay. From our late night arrival where they reserved a parking spot for us to providing alternative bed linen as requested this couple made our stay memorable. The location is superb and is right in the middle to access all amenities. As for the... More

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Sydney, Australia
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 January 2013

Unfortunately a sleepless and disappointing night at this motel. The location is a comfortable 10 minute walk to Main Street in the Mount where there is a plethora of awesome dining and bar experiences. We rented a studio unit, which was pretty basic but clean and tidy and of reasonable size. Unfortunately a large group of rowdy drunk guests returned... More

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Kevin W, Manager at Aquarius Motor Inn, responded to this review
17 January 2013

Thank you for your review. Unfortunately we had a couple of groups that had been to weddings and birthday parties. These people were rather noisy on arrival back at the motel, and as you mentioned, management were proactive in minimising the 'damage'. However, we do apologise for the interrupted sleep you experienced. The situation with 'noisy' guests occurs very infrequently... More

Melbourne
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8 hotel reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 November 2012

I would have no hesitation in recommending this place. Clean, great furniture, comfy bed and bathroom area had a spa which was awesome. Owner welcomed us as if we were family and we were walk ins. A great place to stay if exploring The Mount as locals call it. Thankyou from your Australian guests.

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Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 November 2012

Nice place to stay at the mount, clean rooms and very friendly owners. We went as a family this time, normally we stay with friends but as they had a big party on we thought we would stay at the Aquarius only to find other friends from the party stayed here too. My husband stays there on business when he... More

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Kevin W, Owner at Aquarius Motor Inn, responded to this review
6 November 2012

Thankyou for your feedback regarding your stay in June. We do pride ourselves in having our rooms spotlessly clean so we are pleased that you found your room as we would expect. We were only too happy to upgrade your room from a one-bedroom unit to a two-bedroom unit at no extra cost and I am sure you appreciated the... More

Hamilton, New Zealand
2 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 October 2012

I would have no hesitation in recommending the Aquarius Motor Inn to not only teams such as us (17 players and management) but to families or individuals. Lynne and Kevin are the most amazing hosts, nothing was too much trouble for them. Including doing the teams laundry and driving us to collect supplies. There attention to detail is reflected not... More

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Kevin W, Owner at Aquarius Motor Inn, responded to this review
6 November 2012

We loved having the team here, and thank you for your feedback. Hopefully we will see you all back here sometime in the future. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 July 2012 via mobile

Was looking around for motel and come across this lovely motel. Price very reasonable and get more we wanted. Clean and tidy room. Big tv, skytv, spa bath, eletric blanket, comfortable bed. Friendly and helpful host. Not flash but definetly a great motel around. Recommend to everyone

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Wellington, New Zealand
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 June 2012

Overnight stay with a business colleague in a two bedroom, spa bath suite which was well laid out spotlessly clean and we agreed that a family could be happy there for weeks. Very friendly and obliging hosts. Well situated to shops. Definitely recommend for business or pleasure.

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Sydney, Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2012

Received a warm welcome and overall a good choice. Clean and comfortable and McDonalds was nearly opposite. On a very busy road but no road noise in unit. Not a new motel but well maintained.

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Address: 447 Maunganui Rd, Mount Maunganui, New Zealand
Region: New Zealand > North Island > Bay of Plenty > Mount Maunganui
Amenities:
Beach Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Children Activities Kitchenette Room Service Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
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Ranked #2 of 7 hotels in Mount Maunganui
Price Range: $$
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