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Awa Motel

Property class: 4.5

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Located close to Whakatane River Walk and Mataatua: The House That Came Home, Awa Motel provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and dry cleaning/laundry services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as conference space and a restaurant.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
  • Laundry room
The current price is £66
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug

Room options

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Showing 12 of 12 rooms

View all photos for Standard Double Room

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a small kitchenette.

Standard Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Studio (Twin)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a kitchenette.

Deluxe Studio (Twin)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

A hotel room with a large bed, a view of a green landscape, and a balcony with curtains.

Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

A living room with a brown leather sofa, a painting of beach houses, and a dining area with blue and red chairs.

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Bungalow

A living room with a TV, two leather sofas, a glass coffee table, and a dining table with chairs.

Bungalow

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A white house with a brick pathway leading to a front door.

Villa The Back

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Villa The Front

A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, a window with blinds, a framed picture on the wall, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Villa The Front

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Cabin, 1 Bedroom

A modern hotel room with a large sliding glass door leading to an outdoor deck, a neatly made bed with a headboard, and wall-mounted light fixtures.

Cabin, 1 Bedroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

The Garden Villa

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 10
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 10
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 10
  • Free Wi-Fi
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About the area

Whakatāne Town, a neighbourhood in Whakatane, is home to Awa Motel. Te Manuka Tutahi Marae and Te Papaka & Puketapu are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Wairere Falls and Muriwai’s Cave. Whakatane River Walk and Mataatua: The House That Came Home are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Whakatane travel guide
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15 The Strand, Whakatane, 3120

What's nearby

  • Whakatane River Walk
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Te Manuka Tutahi Marae
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Mataatua: The House That Came Home
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Wairere Falls
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Te Papaka & Puketapu
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Whakatane (WHK)
    15 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    2 min drive
  • Moxi Cafe
    6 min drive
  • Village Bakery
    3 min drive
  • Burger King
    18 min walk
  • Subway
    5 min walk

About this property

Awa Motel

  • Motel near Ohope Beach
  • Located close to Whakatane River Walk and Mataatua: The House That Came Home, Awa Motel provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and dry cleaning/laundry services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as conference space and a restaurant.
  • You'll also find perks such as:
    • Free self-parking
    • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), 1 meeting room and barbecues
    • Smoke-free property, free newspapers and tour/ticket information
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at Awa Motel offer amenities, such as free WiFi.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Free toiletries and hairdryers
    • 20-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
    • Fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers

Awards and affiliations

  • Eco-certified property
  • This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award. For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:30 AM to 2:00 PM for a fee: USD 8.50 to 22 for adults and USD 8.50 to 22 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 431 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 20-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 9 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 25.0 per stay

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 8.50 to 22 for adults and USD 8.50 to 22 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 25.0 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property class

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Frequently asked questions

Is Awa Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Awa Motel?

As of 21 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Awa Motel on 23 Aug 2026 start from £66, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Awa Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Awa Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Awa Motel?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Awa Motel located?

Located in Whakatāne Town, this motel is steps away from Whakatane River Walk, Mataatua: The House That Came Home and Te Manuka Tutahi Marae. Wairere Falls and Muriwai’s Cave are also within 10 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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