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Reviews of Strand Motel

27 The Strand, Tauranga, 3110 Tauranga, New Zealand

#26 of 28 hotels in Tauranga

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Review score

Based on 463 hotel reviews

6.6

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    7.5

  • Comfort

    7.4

  • Location

    8.7

  • Facilities

    6.7

  • Staff

    8.1

  • Value for money

    7.4

  • Free WiFi

    7.3

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  • Reviewed: 25 May 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Really friendly staff, great location, lovely Harbour view, nice and clean well maintained buildings, basic but very functional facilities. A staff member gave us a very generous voucher for a local restaurant on the second night, an unexpected treat!

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 May 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very convenient location, spacious room!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 May 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Was an issue getting anything on the TV other than YouTube. Even the staff were perplexed by it, other than to say...."too many units using internet at the same time" I'm not sure that is a reasonable answer. That needs looking at.

    A very quiet environment. Peaceful and refreshing.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 April 2024

    7.0
    Generally pleasant. Great location, and lovely views.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Studio
    • Stayed 5 nights

    I appreciate the building was of the older type, been there for many years I would say. Therefore, the walls are not suitably designed which resulted in the unit being very cold, even at this time of the year, especially during the nights and early morning. The heater became useful. Unfortunately we had noisy neighbours, could hear nearly everything being said etc. Not that I mind that, but through until 1am to 3am was a bit much! Toilets, doors opening closing etc. The trains, no problem :) The kitchen could have been cleaner. I washed all surfaces, plates, cups, cutlery and drawer etc. They felt very sticky to touch. The floors were very dusty and sticky to walk on barefooted. Linen supply, bit short on supply initially, and then were asked every day if we needed new towels etc. I assumed they would have been automatically supplied. Because of the coldness of the units, the used towels etc. stayed damp all day. The young lady was very obliging, and supplied what we needed when asked. I would suggest a small brush/broom and tray be supplied, especially in units where the occupation was for a week or so (like us). The floor needed a tidy up occasionally. The bathroom/toilet was very dusty and observed long black strands of hair visible. (Did not belong to us!) I appreciate your tariff is very reasonable for the studio unit. Size of the room was not a problem for two people, just could have been a bit sharper on the cleanliness.

    The location was great, walkable to plenty of restaurants etc. Such a sunny spot, we had great weather for our stay. Balcony was great.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 April 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was food left in draw from last person

    Location. Friendly staff

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 April 2024

    8.0
    Just perfect for our last night in Tauranga.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Maybe a little bit more space but it was ok.

    It was a great little spot.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 April 2024

    8.0
    Nice overnight stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing stood out as being unacceptable

    Older units but very clean and tidy. Great location and good value for money for a one night stop over. Will use again.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 April 2024

    8.0
    Comfortable and great value.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Studio
    • Stayed 1 night

    Walls are very thin.

    One of the most comfortable beds a have slept in in a motel. Awesome location with Lone Star and other restaurants opposite.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 April 2024

    7.0
    Clean and comfortable…but time to spend some $ on the rooms to justify the price
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very dated…shower and bathroom especially

    Clean and tidy

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 April 2024

    8.0
    Quick welcoming & chill
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Shower was weak but that’s maybe because I’m use to a strong shower & dated decor (not bad) Other than that we have zero complaints

    Allen was great. Has that chill ‘small town’ customer service vibe. Very welcoming Room was clean, It was dry & warm with xtra bedding available in the room. Close parking just below the room always very convenient too

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 April 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing to dislike.

    Clean and tidy. Was suitable for what we needed.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very friendly n helpful

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 March 2024

    6.0
    Simple all inclusive stay but a bit noisy at the moment.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Studio
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Early morning trucks etc working outside; door was tricky to lock; rather rundown and unattractive appearance;

    One bed was comfortable; well supplied kitchen; relatively quiet at night;

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 March 2024

    6.0
    Classic Motor-Inn
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    We stayed on a Saturday night and was abit noisy- people walking past yelling etc

    This hotel was pretty much exactly as I expected, alittle dated but comfortable enough with everything we needed. The bedding was clean and comfortable and We could walk to restaurants. The manager was friendly and offered advice on what was around.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 February 2024

    8.0
    Nice location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Close to restaurants. Affordable

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 February 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Standard Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Property is tired and needs work

    Convenient location

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 February 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    A bit noisy on the junction .... trains!

    Location was good, Facilities were very basic but ok

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 February 2024

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Up stairs..but had a good railing so not too bad. Just a bit old..in need of a bit of upgrading. But still livable.

    Lovely view good position. All one needed. Allen coping well without wife. Parking.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 February 2024

    6.0
    Pleasant stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The location ideal proximity to Cafes and Restaurants.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 February 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was a bit tired and dated. A toaster would have been handy.

    Had all we needed. Great customer service.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 January 2024

    6.0
    Everything else was great apart from the bed
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Our bed was lopsided and I almost rolled off the bed and then found out in the morning that a bed foot was not screwed in and we found it under the bed lying on the floor if we had known we would have a more comfortable sleep by screwing in the foot 😢 I was really unhappy about this and I didn’t sleep very well at all

    Location was amazing close to the bars and shopping

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 January 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bit basic but was fit for purpose

    Easy to find. Staff were very friendly and room was tidy

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 January 2024

    8.0
    was clean and comfortable, staff where friendly
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    was under construction

    was close to town and was clean

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 January 2024

    8.0
    Great location and quiet, no crowds.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    A little outdated.

    Location and value.

    Stayed in January 2024

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