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Our top choices for North Island motels

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a small pool, and a view of the sea.

1. The Reef Resort

The Reef Resort
4.0 star property
Waipahihi
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (994 reviews)
"That pool was amazing..."
Australia
Brad
The price is £117
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
The Reef Resort
A hotel room with two beds, a dining area, and a view of the outdoors.

2. Serene suites

Serene suites
3.0 star property
Melville
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Clean room"
Australia
Wayne
The price is £90
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Serene suites
A room with a large sliding glass door leading to an outdoor deck with a wooden railing.

3. Waitomo Lodge

Waitomo Lodge
2.0 star property
Te Kuiti
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (302 reviews)
"Rooms were well maintained and very clean. The lady at reception couldn’t have been more helpful. A fantastic place to stay"
Australia
Shamaram
The price is £63
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Waitomo Lodge
A deck with wicker furniture and a view of the sea.

4. Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only

Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only
3.0 star property
Taupō Central
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (693 reviews)
"Very clean great location and the hot pool was awesome"
Australia
Michael
The price is £90
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only
A resort with a swimming pool, red buildings, and surrounding greenery.

5. Parklands Motorlodge

Parklands Motorlodge
3.5 star property
Turangi
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (423 reviews)
"Great place to stay, Chenara is always there to help if required"
Australia
Andy
The price is £61
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Parklands Motorlodge
A balcony with a view of the sea, wicker chairs, a small table, and a white railing.

6. Baycrest Lodge

Baycrest Lodge
4.5 star property
Taupō Central
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (813 reviews)
"I had a really enjoyable stay at Baycrest Lodge. The room was exceptionally clean and tidy, which I really appreciated, and everything was comfortable and well looked after. I’d happily stay here again next time I’m in the area."
Australia
Ben
The price is £106
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Baycrest Lodge
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a chair, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a large bathtub.

7. Lake Taupo Motor Inn

Lake Taupo Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Taupō Central
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location, clean room, friendly staff. Would definitely stay again - I wish we had motels like this in the states!"
United States
Gretchen
The price is £71
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Lake Taupo Motor Inn
A wooden deck with a table and benches, surrounded by lush greenery and a glass door leading to a covered area.

8. Plateau Lodge

Plateau Lodge
4.0 star property
National Park Village
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (367 reviews)
"Clean, spacious and family friendly"
Australia
David
The price is £73
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Plateau Lodge
A modern room with a sofa, a TV, and a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of the sea.

9. Gables Lakefront Motel

Gables Lakefront Motel
2.5 star property
Taupō Central
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (510 reviews)
"Great location, spa was great and staff were helpful if you had any spa issues."
Australia
Amy
The price is £78
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Gables Lakefront Motel
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

10. Auckland Airport Motel

Auckland Airport Motel
3.0 star property
Mangere Bridge
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (796 reviews)
"Such nice staff so far the best staff in a motel we have been to around the area"
Australia
Brenda
The price is £50
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Auckland Airport Motel
A hotel room with a bed, a small desk, a sink, and a view of the outdoors.

11. Beechtree Motel

Beechtree Motel
4.5 star property
Taupō Central
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great stay"
United Kingdom
Liam
The price is £64
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Beechtree Motel
A room with a dining table and chairs, a sofa, a large sliding glass door leading to a view of the sea, and a ceiling light fixture.

12. Sails On The Lake

Sails On The Lake
3.5 star property
Taupō Central
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (784 reviews)
"Nice and clean room. Has everything we need. Close to all the sites of interest."
Singapore
Hung Yong James
The price is £88
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Sails On The Lake
A patio area with outdoor seating, palm trees, and a pergola structure.

13. Regal Palms Resort

Regal Palms Resort
5.0 star property
Glenholme
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Lovely place. Look forward to coming back."
Australia
Jessica
The price is £108
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Regal Palms Resort
A wooden table with two chairs and a breakfast setup on a balcony overlooking a scenic view of the ocean and trees.

14. Pebble Beach Motor Inn

Pebble Beach Motor Inn
4.5 star property
Napier South
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (982 reviews)
"This is a well located location with lovely views to the sea from the balcony. It is spacious and comfortable. Would stay there again."
Australia
Dayle
The price is £64
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Pebble Beach Motor Inn
A covered outdoor area with a white railing, a table with a potted plant, and a chair with a cushion.

15. Emerald Inn

Emerald Inn
4.0 star property
Takapuna
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (362 reviews)
"Wonderful location, super helpful staff and lovely homely room"
Australia
Natasha
The price is £95
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Emerald Inn
A hotel entrance with stone pillars, a paved driveway, and a sign indicating a 5-minute walk to the hotel.

16. STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua

STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua
2.0 star property
Glenholme
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (153 reviews)
"The spa pool was incredible 😊"
Australia
Jasmine
The price is £77
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua
A balcony with two red chairs, a small table with a book, and a view of a lake and distant hills.

17. Breakwater Motel

Breakwater Motel
4.5 star property
Paihia
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (588 reviews)
"Great experience and wonderful beach view"
Australia
Navjeet
The price is £106
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Breakwater Motel
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a TV, and a dining area.

18. Anchorage Resort Taupo

Anchorage Resort Taupo
3.5 star property
Two Mile Bay
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (690 reviews)
"Great property, great for families. We had an awesome time. The owners went out of their way to make it enjoyable."
Australia
Jane
The price is £77
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Anchorage Resort Taupo
A room with a view of a calm lake and mountains, featuring two wicker chairs with red cushions, a small table with a remote control, and a window with curtains.

19. Tui Oaks Motel

Tui Oaks Motel
3.5 star property
Taupō Central
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (817 reviews)
"Everything was good and excellent view of the lake"
United States
Jalal
The price is £53
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Tui Oaks Motel
A room with a glass table and chairs, a view of a lake, and a distant island.

20. Cascades Lakefront Motel

Cascades Lakefront Motel
4.0 star property
Two Mile Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (702 reviews)
"Very good accomodation and location - loved it"
Australia
Jo
The price is £88
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Cascades Lakefront Motel
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Crowne Plaza Auckland by IHG

Crowne Plaza Auckland by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"The hotel is well staffed with a good location. We were impressed with the fitness room, which although small was well equipped and had good lighting."
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Crowne Plaza Auckland by IHG

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North Island Motels information

Number of reviews
9,737
Accommodation
292 Motels
Lowest Price
£50
Highest Price
£117

Frequently asked questions

What is the nightly rate for a motel in North Island?
You can find a great deal from £50 on North Island motels with Expedia. Typically, prices are higher during popular times – like weekends and holidays – while staying midweek is often cheaper. To find the best nightly rates on North Island motels, try to be flexible with travel dates, and sort search results by price from low to high.
Is it better to stay in a North Island motel or hotel?
Motels and Hotels have different perks. When you stay at a motel, you're likely to find free parking and an outdoor pool. Staying overnight at a motel, can be handy when requiring easy road access. You'll often have access to your room from outside, and directly from the parking lot. Hotels generally have room access from inside the building. Motels are also often less expensive than hotels. The word "motel" was coined in 1925 by the owner of the Milestone Mo-Tel in San Luis Obispo, California.

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