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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, (169 reviews)
"Everything about the place, made for a great stay"
Australia
Peter
The price is P6,343
P7,295 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 17 - Oct 18
Tairua Shores
A residential area with houses, a tennis court, and a swimming pool.

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 P7,785
P8,953 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Pauanui Pines Motor Lodge
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 P4,824
P5,548 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Aotearoa Lodge
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

4. Bayside Holiday Units

Bayside Holiday Units
3.0 star property
Whitianga
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (100 reviews)
"Very welcoming and helpful staff and a wonderfully quiet location so close to a very beautiful beach."
New Zealand
Gay
The price is P5,388
P6,196 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Bayside Holiday Units
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 P4,957
P5,700 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Peninsula Motel
A swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by lounge chairs and a fence.

6. Beachside Resort Whitianga

Beachside Resort Whitianga
4.0 star property
Whitianga
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (928 reviews)
"Clean room, accomodating staff, proximity to the beach"
Australia
Davelyn
The price is P4,647
P5,344 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Beachside Resort Whitianga
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 P5,140
P5,911 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Coastal Motor Lodge
A modern kitchen with a large island, bar stools, and a stone accent wall.

8. 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 P5,528
P6,358 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Rolleston Motel Thames – Wenzel Motels
A balcony with a table, chairs, and a yellow towel. It overlooks a beach and a road with trees and hills in the distance.

9. 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 P7,850
P9,027 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Oceanside Motel
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Top Tairua Hotel Reviews

Beachside Resort Whitianga

Beachside Resort Whitianga

10/10 Excellent
"excellent location and well presented venue"
Jitu 1-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Beachside Resort Whitianga

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Tairua Motels information

Number of reviews
1,970
Accommodation
13 Motels
Lowest Price
P5,344
Highest Price
P9,027

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Tairua?
If you're having trouble locating a motel in Tairua, expand your search to find motels in the surrounding area or let Expedia help you find something similar from over 62 hotels and other accommodations. Just use our search tools to filter by nightly room rate or cost-saving amenities such as free breakfast and free airport transportation.
What's it like to stay in a motel?
Motels often offer free parking, and many have outdoor pools. Often one or two stories tall, motels usually have outdoor access to guestrooms from the parking lot. Motels began in the 1920s as a convenient place to stay for the weary traveler taking a road trip along the major roadways of America.
What are the best motels in Tairua?
These are some of our customers' favorite motels to choose from in the larger area. Tairua Shores: Enjoy the in-room kitchen, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Coastal Motor Lodge: Free WiFi, free parking, and a terrace are available during your stay. Central Tairua is 19.5 mi (31.4 km) away. Beachside Resort Whitianga: Enjoy access to the business center, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Located 14.2 mi (22.9 km) from the heart of Tairua. Peninsula Motel: Central Tairua is 13.9 mi (22.3 km) away. Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a furnished patio. Oceanside Motel: 14.6 mi (23.5 km) from the heart of Tairua. Enjoy the in-room kitchenette, and freebies including WiFi and parking.
What can I do in Tairua?
Those who've visited Tairua 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: 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 roadtrip, 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 temp of 66°F, while the coldest months are July and August with an average of 55°F. Average annual precipitation for Tairua is 56 inches.
What are my options for getting around Tairua when 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 center. If you'd like to venture out around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.

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