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Located in Whitianga, within a few steps of Whitianga Beach and 2.9 km of Simpsons Beach, Bayside Motel Whitianga provides accommodation with barbecue facilities and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests who drive. Built in 2000, the property is within 45 km of Driving Creek Railway and Potteries and 38 km of Cathedral Cove. Staff on site can arrange a shuttle service.

The beach is just some steps away.

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9
Superb
578 reviews
Price from
Rp 1,543,943
per night

Baileys At The Beach is located in Whitianga and offers free WiFi and a free airport shuttle service. There is also a tour desk, barbecue facilities and a garden.

The property is a 15-minute drive from Shakespeare Cliff Scenic Historical Reserve and a 27-minute drive from Cooks Beach. It is a 31-minute drive from Hot Water Beach.

Excellent all round. Very helpful staff, the room was spacious, clean and well equiped. Great view over the bay. Very good value too

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9
Superb
372 reviews
Price from
Rp 1,727,286
per night

Featuring direct beach access, this resort has a barbecue area overlooking the ocean. Each self-contained apartment includes a private balcony or patio. Many apartments also have stunning ocean views and outdoor furniture.

Location was brilliant (waves were loud). The outdoor entertaining area was gorgeous right on the water

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9.1
Superb
156 reviews
Price from
Rp 2,069,848
per night

Beachside Resort Motel is less than 5 minutes walk from Whitianga centre and less than 100 metres from Buffalo Beach. The hotel has an outdoor pool and a tennis court.

Beachside Resort Motel Whitianga is 18 km away from Coromandel Airport.

The location was very good. Our 2nd floor room had good views of the bay. We could walk to the CBD. The pool area was large and was an excellent place to relax.

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8.3
Very good
1,409 reviews
Price from
Rp 2,015,810
per night

Set in Whitianga, 200 metres from Whitianga Beach, Whitianga Motel offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The motel features family rooms.

The units at the motel come with a seating area. At Whitianga Motel every room has a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, and a patio with a garden view.

Amazing location and very clean space. Within walking distance to everything and very organized.

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8.7
Fabulous
301 reviews
Price from
Rp 1,476,395
per night

Located in Whitianga, a few steps from Whitianga Beach, Anchorage Motel provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. Certain rooms at the property include a terrace with a sea view.

All units in the motel are equipped with a flat-screen TV. Each room includes a kettle, while selected rooms have a kitchen with a fridge, an oven and a microwave. At Anchorage Motel every room is fitted with bed linen and towels.

as always friendly people and very clean

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8.6
Fabulous
313 reviews
Price from
Rp 1,495,694
per night

Located on the Esplanade, 2 minutes' walk from Whitianga wharf and ferry and 5 minutes' walk from the main shopping and restaurant area, Nana Glads Accommodation Whitianga boasts beachfront views.

Some of the rooms have access to a shared deck area.

Amazing location with a view over the beach. Room had everything you needed, shops and restaurant close by but lovely to have a glass of wine in shares space as well!

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8.6
Fabulous
314 reviews
Price from
Rp 1,881,680
per night

Mana-Nui Motel is a classic 1970's-style motel with older style units and modern studio units available. It is situated in the heart of Whitianga and only 2 minutes' walk from the white sands of Buffalo Beach. All guest rooms feature heating, a flat-screen TV and 12GB of free WiFi per person.

Excellent location - right in town. The owners obviously take pride in keeping the place immaculate. Recommend.

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8.5
Very good
283 reviews
Price from
Rp 1,592,191
per night

Peninsula Motel is a 10 minutes’ walk from Whitianga’s Lost Springs Thermal Pools and Buffalo Beach. The property features free Wi-Fi access, barbecue facilities and ample parking space for large vehicles like trucks and boats.

Super clean and had everything we needed.

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8.7
Fabulous
359 reviews
Price from
Rp 1,543,943
per night

Situated opposite Buffalo Beach, The Oceanside Motel features rooms with a private terrace or balcony offering views of Mercury Bay. It offers a portable barbecue, free beach towels, free kayak rental and free parking.

the hosts were very helpful, as we had a few weather issues !! ;-) also the cooked breakfast was very nice/ and plenty!

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8.6
Fabulous
499 reviews
Price from
Rp 1,949,228
per night

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  • Whitianga Motel
    Budget options available
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 301 reviews

    Set in Whitianga, 200 metres from Whitianga Beach, Whitianga Motel offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The motel features family rooms.

    Great room...friendly and helpful staff. Much appreciated.

  • Mana-Nui Motel
    Budget options available
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 283 reviews

    Mana-Nui Motel is a classic 1970's-style motel with older style units and modern studio units available.

    Nice apartment. Very clean and tidy. Good location.

  • Peninsula Motel
    Budget options available
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 364 reviews

    Peninsula Motel is a 10 minutes’ walk from Whitianga’s Lost Springs Thermal Pools and Buffalo Beach.

    The room friendly staff And the resident cat (charlie)

  • Aotearoa Lodge
    Budget options available
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 306 reviews

    Set on 2.5 acres of peaceful gardens, Aotearoa Lodge offers self-catering accommodation within a 5-minute stroll of Buffalo Beach. Guests have access to a shared lounge area and barbecue facilities.

    it was a lovely quiet place to stay for the night.

  • Anchorage Motel
    Budget options available
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 315 reviews

    Located in Whitianga, a few steps from Whitianga Beach, Anchorage Motel provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. Certain rooms at the property include a terrace with a sea view.

    stunning view and friendly people in the reception

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  • Beachfront Resort
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 159 reviews

    Featuring direct beach access, this resort has a barbecue area overlooking the ocean. Each self-contained apartment includes a private balcony or patio.

    wonderful facilities, right in the beach, very clean

  • Baileys At The Beach
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 372 reviews

    Baileys At The Beach is located in Whitianga and offers free WiFi and a free airport shuttle service. There is also a tour desk, barbecue facilities and a garden.

    Location was excellent. Units were very comfortable.

  • Bayside Motel Whitianga
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 579 reviews

    Located in Whitianga, within a few steps of Whitianga Beach and 2.9 km of Simpsons Beach, Bayside Motel Whitianga provides accommodation with barbecue facilities and free WiFi as well as free private...

    Immaculate, well kitted out kitchen and comfortable.

  • Nana Glads Beachfront Accommodation
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 314 reviews

    Located on the Esplanade, 2 minutes' walk from Whitianga wharf and ferry and 5 minutes' walk from the main shopping and restaurant area, Nana Glads Accommodation Whitianga boasts beachfront views.

    Loved the location and balcony to sit and eat dinner

  • The Oceanside Motel
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 499 reviews

    Situated opposite Buffalo Beach, The Oceanside Motel features rooms with a private terrace or balcony offering views of Mercury Bay.

    proximity is a bitch, facilities, balcony, kayaks, etc

  • Beachside Resort Motel Whitianga
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,409 reviews

    Beachside Resort Motel is less than 5 minutes walk from Whitianga centre and less than 100 metres from Buffalo Beach. The hotel has an outdoor pool and a tennis court.

    Location and tidy property. The staff was very friendly

  • Albert Number 6
    Central location
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 635 reviews

    Albert Number 6 is just 50 m from the beach, on the Pacific Coast of the Coromandel.

    accommodated us last minute and was very comfortable

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Motels that guests love in Whitianga

  • Avg. price/night: Rp 1,727,286
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 372 reviews
    Nice spacious rooms that were clean and tidy. Good facilities, free parking
    Michaela
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: Rp 2,248,366
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 499 reviews
    Loved the location. Loved the service. Loved our visit to Whitianga. Thank you Oceanside Motel.
    Ona
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: Rp 1,688,687
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 283 reviews
    Room was spotless, nicely furnished, well equipped and really comfy bed, good sleep. Nice welcome and good local knowledge provided. Motel is central walking distance to beach, shops and restaurants all close by.
    Myolddog
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: Rp 2,248,366
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 499 reviews
    Location was fantastic. Beautiful views of the sunrise in the morning. Easy walk to bars ,restaurants and shops . Very Comfortable beds . well equipped.. Just stayed one night which was not long enough. Milk offered on arrival and tea and coffee in the room . Very friendly owner . Laundry available and free parking.
    richard
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: Rp 1,476,395
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 301 reviews
    The motel was very good value.
    Laurence
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: Rp 2,015,810
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,409 reviews
    Walking distance to Whitianga town, well stocked kitchen. Good coffee just a two minute walk away
    Kirsty
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: Rp 1,736,935
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 635 reviews
    A comfortable room in a well-located motel, close to the beach, the town centre and the ferry wharf.
    Ian
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: Rp 1,543,943
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 579 reviews
    brilliant motel , very clean ,comfortable and really lovely hosts !
    A
    Anonymous
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: Rp 2,015,810
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,409 reviews
    Parking right outside our unit, good comfortable bed, comfortable couch. The staff were welcoming and helpful. The motel is close to the beach and 2 sets of shops
    Alan1947
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: Rp 2,015,810
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,409 reviews
    Location of Motel was great. Stunning view of ocean, reasonably quiet for being just back from main road.
    Melanie
    Young couple