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Our top choices for Pauanui motels

A residential area with houses, a tennis court, and a swimming pool.

1. 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 P7,816
P8,989 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 2 - Oct 3
Pauanui Pines Motor Lodge
A natural rock formation with a cave-like opening.

2. Tairua Shores

Tairua Shores
3.5 star property
Tairua
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (169 reviews)
"Everything about the place, made for a great stay"
Australia
Peter
The price is P6,369
P7,324 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Tairua Shores
A room with a view of a wooden deck and outdoor seating area.

3. Aotearoa Lodge

Aotearoa Lodge
3.0 star property
Whitianga
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (187 reviews)
"Staff was friendly and nice. Free shovel for rent. Room was okay, access to balcony/ back yard, working heater! Bathroom was small and needed some upgrade."
Australia
kim
The price is P4,844
P5,570 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Aotearoa Lodge
A swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by lounge chairs and a fence.

4. Beachside Resort Whitianga

Beachside Resort Whitianga
4.0 star property
Whitianga
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (925 reviews)
"Clean room, accomodating staff, proximity to the beach"
Australia
Davelyn
The price is P4,666
P5,366 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Beachside Resort Whitianga
A garden with various plants and trees, including palm trees and agave plants.

5. Peninsula Motel

Peninsula Motel
3.5 star property
Whitianga
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (328 reviews)
"Older motel but well maintained. Very roomy and right in town"
Australia
David
The price is P4,900
P5,635 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 2 - Oct 3
Peninsula Motel
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

6. Bayside Holiday Units

Bayside Holiday Units
3.0 star property
Whitianga
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (99 reviews)
"Very welcoming and helpful staff and a wonderfully quiet location so close to a very beautiful beach."
New Zealand
Gay
The price is P5,410
P6,221 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Bayside Holiday Units
A modern outdoor deck with a glass door leading to a living area with a sofa and chairs, overlooking a body of water.

7. Coastal Motor Lodge

Coastal Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Thames
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (287 reviews)
"All was excellent; staff, parking, cleanliness & spacious rooms! Would recommend and definately stay again!"
Australia
Leslie
The price is P5,161
P5,935 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Coastal Motor Lodge
A balcony with a table, chairs, and a yellow towel. It overlooks a beach and a road with trees and hills in the distance.

8. Oceanside Motel

Oceanside Motel
3.5 star property
Whitianga
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (306 reviews)
"Very clean property with helpful staff. Also awesome view of the ocean just across the road."
Australia
Jason
The price is P7,882
P9,064 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Oceanside Motel
A modern kitchen with a large island, bar stools, and a stone accent wall.

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 P5,578
P6,415 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Rolleston Motel Thames – Wenzel Motels
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Top Pauanui Hotel Reviews

Albert Number 6 Motel

Albert Number 6 Motel

10/10 Excellent
"Friendly helpful staff. Pretty motel, set up nicely. Heater in room, free Netflix. Fridge and microwave. Close to food and beach. We miss it already."
Hannah-Maria 2-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Albert Number 6 Motel

Find out more about Pauanui

Pauanui Motels information

Number of reviews
1,966
Accommodation
13 Motels
Lowest Price
P5,366
Highest Price
P9,064

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Pauanui?
If you're having trouble locating a motel in Pauanui, consider some of the motels we suggest around the area or let Expedia help you find a similar property from more than 83 lodging options. Simply use our search tools to filter by price per night or cost-saving amenities such as free parking and free breakfast.
What are motels like?
At most motels, you'll often find an outdoor pool and a free parking spot. When you stay at a motel, you'll usually access your room from an outside corridor overlooking the parking lot. In the U.S., motels became more commonplace at the end of the 1940s when cars became more popular along with road trip vacations, peaking in the mid-1960s with more than 60,000 properties.
What are the best motels in Pauanui?
These are some of our customers' top motels to choose from in the larger area. Pauanui Pines Motor Lodge: Enjoy access to the library, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Coastal Motor Lodge: Free WiFi, free parking, and a terrace are available during your stay. Central Pauanui is 19.8 mi (31.9 km) away. Beachside Resort Whitianga: Enjoy access to the business center, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Located 15.6 mi (25.1 km) from the heart of Pauanui. Peninsula Motel: Central Pauanui is 15.3 mi (24.5 km) away. Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a furnished patio. Tairua Shores: 1 mi (1.6 km) from the heart of Pauanui. Enjoy access to the terrace, and freebies including WiFi and parking.
What can I do in Pauanui?
Those who've visited Pauanui like the beaches. As you're sightseeing around the area, be sure to enjoy all there is to see and do. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Pauanui Beach, Opoutere Beach, and Gallagher Park. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Pauanui Pines Golf Course, Pauanui Library and Information Centre, and The Lakes Golf Course.
What's the weather like in Pauanui?
Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Pauanui to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually February and January with an average temp of 66°F, while the coldest months are July and August with an average of 55°F. Average annual precipitation for Pauanui is 56 inches.
What are my options for getting around Pauanui when staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about local transportation options in Pauanui to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome), which is located 16.3 mi (26.3 km) from the heart of the city. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.

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