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21 Aug - 23 Aug
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9 Oct - 11 Oct

Our top choices for Tairua motels

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1. Tairua Shores

Tairua Shores
3.5 star property
Tairua
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (168 reviews)
"Everything about the place, made for a great stay"
Australia
Peter
The price is £73
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Tairua Shores
Aerial view

2. Pauanui Pines Motor Lodge

Pauanui Pines Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Pauanui
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (121 reviews)
"Clean rooms, great facilities and excellent location."
Australia
Rochelle
The price is £108
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Pauanui Pines Motor Lodge
Superior Studio, Non Smoking, Balcony (Queen Superior Studio) | Balcony

3. Aotearoa Lodge

Aotearoa Lodge
3.0 star property
Whitianga
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (186 reviews)
"Clean room Friendly staff Easy check-in"
Australia
Madeleine
The price is £60
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Aotearoa Lodge
Front of property

4. Peninsula Motel

Peninsula Motel
3.5 star property
Whitianga
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (325 reviews)
"Older motel but well maintained. Very roomy and right in town"
Australia
David
The price is £61
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Peninsula Motel
Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

5. Beachside Resort Whitianga

Beachside Resort Whitianga
4.0 star property
Whitianga
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (923 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
Australia
David
The price is £65
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Beachside Resort Whitianga
Disabled Access Triple Room | Living area | Smart TV, DVD player

6. Bayside Holiday Units

Bayside Holiday Units
3.0 star property
Whitianga
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (96 reviews)
"Very welcoming and helpful staff and a wonderfully quiet location so close to a very beautiful beach."
New Zealand
Gay
The price is £74
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
Bayside Holiday Units
Signature Chalet, Balcony, Sea View | Balcony

7. Coastal Motor Lodge

Coastal Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Thames
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (284 reviews)
"All was excellent; staff, parking, cleanliness & spacious rooms! Would recommend and definately stay again!"
Australia
Leslie
The price is £65
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Coastal Motor Lodge
Balcony

8. Oceanside Motel

Oceanside Motel
3.5 star property
Whitianga
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (305 reviews)
"Stayed in the upper King room with the ocean view and it was as lovely as expected. Bedding was good and heater great to warm up on a cold winters day, really lovely deck and very clean!"
Australia
Yvette
The price is £94
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Oceanside Motel
Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Garden View | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, toaster

9. Rolleston Motel Thames – Wenzel Motels

Rolleston Motel Thames – Wenzel Motels
3.0 star property
Thames
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (266 reviews)
"I loved the outside spa bath under the moonlight and stars."
Australia
Christopher
The price is £71
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Rolleston Motel Thames – Wenzel Motels
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Top Tairua Hotel Reviews

Grafton Cottage & Chalets

Grafton Cottage & Chalets

10/10 Excellent
"Check in was so quick and the people were so kind! We were able to learn about local activities and dining! The room was spacious and had everything we ended. Far enough from town for beautiful scenery but close enough that everything was a 10min drive or less. Incredible stay!"
Shayna 2-night trip
Posted 18 hours ago
Grafton Cottage & Chalets

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Tairua Motels information

Number of reviews
2,222
Accommodation
13 Motels
Lowest Price
£60
Highest Price
£108

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Tairua?
If you can't find a motel in Tairua, expand your search to find motels in the surrounding area or let Expedia help you find something similar from over 66 lodging options. Simply use our search tools to filter by nightly room rate or money-saving amenities such as free parking and free airport transport.
What's it like to stay in a motel?
Motels often have free parking, and many also include an outdoor pool. Often one or two storeys high, motels usually have outdoor access to guestrooms from the car park. Motels began in the 1920s as convenient lodging for the weary traveller driving along America's major roadways.
What are the best motels in Tairua?
These are some of Expedia customers' favourite motels to book in the larger area. Tairua Shores: Enjoy the in-room kitchen, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Peninsula Motel: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a furnished patio. Central Tairua is 13.9 mi (22.3 km) away. Beachside Resort Whitianga: Enjoy access to the business centre, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Located 14.2 mi (22.9 km) from the heart of Tairua. Coastal Motor Lodge: Central Tairua is 19.5 mi (31.4 km) away. Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a furnished balcony. Pauanui Pines Motor Lodge: 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from the heart of Tairua. Enjoy the in-room kitchenette, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking.
What can I do in Tairua?
Those who've visited Tairua like the beaches. As you're sightseeing around the area, make sure that you enjoy all there is to see and do. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Tairua Beach, Mount Paku and Pepe Reserve. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Tairua Library, Paaku and Tairua Golf and Country Club.
What's the seasonal weather like in Tairua?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Tairua to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually February and January, with an average temperature of 19°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 13°C. Average annual precipitation for Tairua is 1413 mm.
What are my options for getting around Tairua while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about getting around Tairua to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome), which is located 15 mi (24.1 km) from the city centre. If you'd like to venture out around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.

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