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The Tauranga on the Waterfront Motel

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#4 of 32 motels in Tauranga
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Overlooking the shore of one of Tauranga’s beautiful natural inlets, yet situated just a few hundred metres from the Tauranga CBD, the iconic Tauranga on the Waterfront motel offers luxurious accommodation for discerning travellers, as well as affordable accommodation for both the Corporate Traveler or Families on vacation. The tranquil cul-de-sac location ensures Guests enjoy a peaceful night's sleep while being right in the heart of the vibrant city that is Tauranga. Conferences and business meetings can be held in our air conditioned, state of the art, Conference Centre. The accessible and central location of the Conference Room, ensures the utmost convenience to Downtown Tauranga, while being only steps away from guest accommodation.
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Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Breakfast in the room
Children's television networks
Photo copier / fax In business centre
Baggage storage
Non-smoking hotel
Clothes dryer
Street parking
Wifi
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Complimentary tea
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Self-serve laundry
Washing machine
Ironing service
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Blackout curtains
Desk
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Telephone
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Coffee / tea maker
Cable / satellite TV
Walk-in shower
Iron
Private bathrooms
Kitchenette
Microwave
Refrigerator
Electric kettle
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Flatscreen TV
Complimentary toiletries
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Ocean view
Non-smoking rooms
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Bay View
Harbour View
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Pam M wrote a review Mar 7
Denver, Colorado356 contributions195 helpful votes
From our welcome by Nicki to our departure after 2 night’s stay, EVERYTHING about this lovely motel fulfilled our expectations and then EXCEEDED them! Spotlesslyclean, perfectly appointed, and beautifully sited, I could have spent the remainder of my 3-week holiday on the patio of my 1st-floor room!
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Date of stay: February 2024Trip type: Travelled with friends
Room Tip: Book an oceanfront, 1st-floor patio room. Worth the $$$ and then some!
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Responded 1 week ago
Hi Pam, thank you for the wonderful review. I am so pleased you enjoyed your stay with us. I look forward to seeing you again :)
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George M wrote a review Feb 2024
Windsor, United Kingdom256 contributions101 helpful votes
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We found this motel via booking.com . It was a little out of town but close to a big park with waterfront views . We chose an avenue room as it had an outside terrace and eating area . We thought great for leisurely outside breakfast and a good base to pop back to for lunch . How wrong we were our room was next to a building site and we had machines working all day .On speaking with reception we were told sorry you should have been advised before booking and at least when you checked in What use it was on check in I don’t know as we had driven 5 hours to get here we would not have wanted to look for other accommodation . The following morning the work started before 8 am the lady in the office said she was sorry and she had asked them to stop but they wouldn’t - their planning said no work before 8am Bitterly disappointed that the Motel were not honest enough to advise clients of the building work prior to booking . If your thinking of booking check on building works . It’s ruined our stay and we don’t believe we have had what we paid for this is their own description ‘ The tranquil cul-de-sac location ‘ If you believe a demolition crew and heavy trucks being loaded is tranquil we don’t As I say book with caution- ask before you book We booked 4 nights so not an insignificant cost
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Date of stay: January 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: Check on building works
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Response from Nikki Pridgeon, General Manager at The Tauranga on the Waterfront Motel
Responded 2 weeks ago
Hi Brian,thank you for the review. The councils decision to demolish the building next door to ours has caused angst to a lot of business owners in the area. The demolition works is now completed, and the site is free from any disturbance. We sincerely apologise to you and all out valued guests for the disturbance caused by these works. The upside is that we will now have sanity restored and peace and quiet returned to the neighbourhood.
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Sandra C wrote a review Feb 2024
Inverness, United Kingdom130 contributions90 helpful votes
The hotel was in a good location and the staff were friendly and helpful. The view from the room was great. The room was very good and as it was raining we ate in. We had everything we needed. It was in a quiet area of the city so a restful sleep was had.
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Date of stay: February 2024
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Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: Pay for an upstairs room with a sea view. It was worth it.
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Responded 3 weeks ago
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Casa62 wrote a review Jan 2024
Brisbane, Australia479 contributions252 helpful votes
We checked into a waterfront view unit for three nights. Newly refurbished, these are spick and span and had great views of the estuary. Shops and restaurants are an easy stroll from this motel but you will need a car to go over to Mount Maunganui. Staff are very friendly and welcoming and I loved the local toiletries in the bathrooms. Its good to see these showcased in lieu of generic products. The kitchenette is ok for very basic self catering only which makes them perfect for a short stay.
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Date of stay: January 2024
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Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: Get a unit overlooking the estuary.
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Responded 3 weeks ago
Hi Casa, thank you for the detailed review.
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Stephen D wrote a review Jan 2024
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I was disappointed in the overall offerings of this town in terms of accommodations. The campsite had the best location and maybe an AirBnB would have been wiser (maybe.. The room was clean, but kind of stuck between a modern renovation and the 1970’s. The walls were thin as I could hear next door’s jacuzzi tub running. Some of the parking spots were very tight with little space on either side. Of all the places I stayed at while we jumped about this was the poorest. It could also be due to the nature of the place and being a larger town.
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Date of stay: December 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: If you’re a couple who value your time together there are better towns. Restaurants have vegan...
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Responded Jan 9, 2024
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Christopher G wrote a review Sep 2023
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The room was the cleanest, I've stayed in motels NZ And Australia this checked out to be the cleanest.loverly comfortable soft bed.reception lady most accomadating.there are great views of harbour and walking distance to shopping
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Date of stay: August 2023
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Trip type: Travelled solo
Room Tip: Book early all of Tauranga no vacancies quite quickly
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Responded Sep 28, 2023
Hi Christopher, thank you for the great review. We take immense pride in the cleaning of our rooms and are thrilled you noticed. Happy that you enjoyed your stay with us.
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Hayley S wrote a review Aug 2023
Auckland Central, New Zealand1 contribution
If you’re looking for a relatively cost effective & easy place to stay - this is your place. Absolutely lovely view! Room & bathroom very clean & tidy. One gripe is that the bathroom door is not actually a door, but rather a screen that doesn’t actually close shut. Very noisy. Luckily we are heavy sleepers so it didn’t bother us too much, but could hear upstairs guests walking around and talking most of the night. Would stay again for the view & cleanliness!
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Date of stay: August 2023
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Responded Aug 21, 2023
Hi Hayley, thank you for your review! We are so pleased you enjoyed our awesome view and clean & tidy rooms. We are sorry about the noise and wish you had of phoned our on site manager as she would have been more than happy to sort this issue for you. We look forward to hosting you again.
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Chantelle wrote a review Jun 2023
Gold Coast, Australia18 contributions3 helpful votes
A very pleasing stay. First off the customer service on arrival was so friendly warm and welcoming. Received an upgrade to the executive king suite with waterfront view and absolutely loved the room. Was so spacious and had everything you need for a stay away from home. The place was exceptionally clean also and a first for me was finding the wonderful little make remover wipes in the bathroom. Will definitely be the e place I stay when in TGA and can highly recommend it. Thank you
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Date of stay: June 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
Room Tip: Book again ✅
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Responded Jul 17, 2023
Hi Chantelle,thank you for the wonderful review. I am so glad to hear that you had a great time with us. We look forward to seeing you again.
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sierra r wrote a review Mar 2023
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Great place, rooms well laid out, heaps of space in the room and exceptionally clean. I had all the necessities needed. Easy stroll to town for dinner and lovely being by the waterfront. Great service on booking in and checking out.
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Date of stay: February 2023
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Trip type: Travelled on business
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Responded Apr 4, 2023
Hi , thank you for your review. We are so happy you enjoyed your stay with us and we hope to welcome you back again the future.
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Jothegiraffe wrote a review Mar 2023
Isle of Man, United Kingdom43 contributions57 helpful votes
My partner and I stayed here for six nights while on a tour of New Zealand with a sports travel firm, watching Test cricket. The motel is on a high area overlooking the beautiful estuary and just a short stride uphill from the many shops, bars and restaurants of Tauranga. It was only a few minutes’ drive each day to the Test cricket ground and nearby (and much more crowded) Mount Manganui. We were lucky enough to have room 6, a front facing room with a patio and beautiful views out over the estuary to wake up to at sunrise. Having breakfast in our room with the patio doors flung open taking in those views will live in the memory. My partner went down the wooden steps you can see in our photo for a swim in the estuary, another unexpected treat. Beach towels were available at reception. We were not familiar with the self catering motel concept and we were not sure what to expect, but found the kitchenette was equipped with everything we needed: fridge, toaster, kettle, sink, etc. Tea, coffee and milk were provided. We soon stocked up from a local store and had all we needed and we enjoyed not having to go ‘somewhere else’ for breakfast. If travelling and running out of clothes, there is a laundry room with a washer and dryer and a washing line, etc, which we made good use of. The owners and staff were warm, welcoming and helpful. This hotel proved the perfect base for this part of the trip - and we’ll be recalling the views for a long time.
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Date of stay: February 2023
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Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded Mar 27, 2023
Hi Jo, thank you for the beautiful review. It was an absolute pleasure having you stay with us and are thrilled that you enjoyed the stay. We look forward to meeting again :)
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Tauranga on the Waterfront Motel
Which popular attractions are close to The Tauranga on the Waterfront Motel?
Nearby attractions include Tauranga Art Gallery (0.5 km), Escape Rooms New Zealand (0.3 km), and Waterworld Limited (0.5 km).
What are some of the property amenities at The Tauranga on the Waterfront Motel?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free parking, and reduced mobility rooms.
Which room amenities are available at The Tauranga on the Waterfront Motel?
Top room amenities include a kitchenette, a flat screen TV, and a refrigerator.
What food & drink options are available at The Tauranga on the Waterfront Motel?
Guests can enjoy complimentary tea and free instant coffee during their stay.
Is parking available at The Tauranga on the Waterfront Motel?
Yes, free parking and street parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to The Tauranga on the Waterfront Motel?
Conveniently located restaurants include The Med Cafe, The Barrio Brothers Tauranga, and Picnicka.
Is The Tauranga on the Waterfront Motel located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 1.0 km away from the centre of Tauranga.
Are any cleaning services offered at The Tauranga on the Waterfront Motel?
Yes, self serve laundry and a clothes dryer are offered to guests.
Are there any historical sites close to The Tauranga on the Waterfront Motel?
Many travellers enjoy visiting The Elms (1.4 km), Gate Pa Memorial Reserve (3.2 km), and Brain-Watkins House Museum, Est. 1881 (0.5 km).
Does The Tauranga on the Waterfront Motel have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the harbour view available here.
Is The Tauranga on the Waterfront Motel accessible?
Yes, it offers reduced mobility rooms. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.