Awa Motel is a 10-minute drive from Ohope Beach, the Otarawairere Bay and Kapu Te Rangi Historic Reserve. It offers a cafe and free on-site parking. Guests have access to free unlimited WiFi. Heated guest rooms are fitted with ironing equipment and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Each has a microwave, a fridge and tea/coffee making facilities. Self-service laundry facilities are available. The property has a sun terrace with barbecue equipment. Tours to Moutohora: Island Sanctuary can be arranged at the hotel. Cafe Awa serves local dishes for breakfast and lunch. Awa Motel is 400 metres from the centre of Whakatane, and a 20-minute drive from Whakatane Airport. Whakatane Golf Course is 9 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
2 single beds
and
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
Bedroom 3:
1 single bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
8.8
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
8.4
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Paula
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The Awa is our go to in Whakatane for its value for money and location.
  • Holley
    Australia Australia
    The location and the staff were a huge win for me. We weren’t going to make check in time 8pm so I called reception and they arranged key collection from their lockbox. The clear instructions were text to me and check in was easy, the lights were...
  • Veronica
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Very roomy accommodation. Would be handy if there was a hot plate or something to cook on
  • Martin
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Very friendly welcome. Great location by the wharf and very near the centre of Whakatane, Good sized room, bed was a little firmer than I like but okay.
  • Janine
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The room was presented well, it nice and comfortable, peaceful and walking distance to city centre. The harbour was a stones throw away and the staff were lovely.
  • Rosie
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Great location, beautifully clean and great sized rooms.
  • T
    Tricia
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The friendly staff, the rooms were clean and had everything you needed.
  • Sandra
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Lovely spacious room ,comfy beds and very clean. Had a lovely night away ,close to town lovely meal across the road at the Fishing Club . Quiet property with comfy bed. Thank you will definitely recommend.
  • Nicole
    Australia Australia
    Good location, comfortable bed, great staff, close to town, great sized room
  • Debra
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Excellent cafe. Nice view from upstairs room I was in for part of my stay.

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Cafe Awa
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free

Facilities of Awa Motel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
Outdoors
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Tour desk
    • Dry cleaning
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    • Room service
    General
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules
    Awa Motel takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 14:00 to 20:00
    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
    Check-out
    From 07:00 to 10:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0 - 2 years
    Cot upon request
    NZD 25 per stay

    Prices for cots are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    There are no extra beds available at this property.

    All cots are subject to availability.

    Age restriction
    The minimum age for check-in is 18
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Groups
    When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
    Accepted payment methods
    American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubEftposCash

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform White Island Rendezvous in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    FAQs about Awa Motel

    • Yes, Awa Motel is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Awa Motel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Bicycle rental

    • The prices at Awa Motel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Awa Motel has 1 restaurant:

      • Cafe Awa

    • Check-in at Awa Motel is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • Awa Motel is 700 yards from the centre of Whakatane. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Room options at Awa Motel include:

      • Studio
      • Apartment
      • Villa