I have created a list with the best motels in Napier, New Zealand. Hope you enjoy it. I think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
Motel. Surrounded by restaurants and cafes in Napier city centre, Motel de la Mer offers ocean-facing suites with a fully equipped kitchen. Some rooms have a balcony with ocean and city views. All rooms at Motel de la Mer Napier include electric blankets, heating and air conditioning. Motel de la Mer is located opposite Marineland of New Zealand and is a 5-minute walk from the National Aquarium of New Zealand. Guests enjoy free WiFi access. Each has an en suite bathroom, and some feature a spa bath in the room. Guests have access to shared laundry facilities and free on-site car parking.Show full description
Motel. Located in the Napier suburb of Taradale, 4.5 star ASURE Colonial Lodge Motel offers apartments with free WiFi and a fully equipped kitchen. Guests enjoy a hot tub and a heated swimming pool with a water slide. The motel is nearby two of New Zealand's oldest wineries, Mission Estate & Church Road, and is within a 5-minute walk to cafes, restaurants and shops. The property is located midway between the cities of Napier and Hastings. The property offers spacious air-conditioned studio,1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments. All feature a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a DVD player. They offer ample relaxing outdoor dining and BBQ areas. ASURE Colonial Lodge features a games room with free internet, a PlayStation3 gaming console, a billiards table and table tennis. Free parking is available on site for cars, boats and trailers.Show full description
Motel. Situated only 40 metres from the beach, Harbour View Lodge offers modern rooms with great sea views. Napier city centre is a 5-minute drive away. Free car parking and free WiFi is provided. Some of the rooms at Harbour View feature private balconies, flat-screen TVs with over 50 cable channels and refrigerators. Free Wi-Fi access is included. Some rooms also have a spa bath. Guest facilities include a dry cleaning service and direct beach access. Continental and cooked breakfasts can be arranged. Restaurants and cafes are located within a 5-minute walk from Harbour View Lodge. Hawke’s Bay Airport is 5 minutes’ drive away. The many activities in the Hawke’s Bay and Napier area include fishing, sailing and kayaking. There are more than 40 vineyards located within a 20-minute drive of the property.Show full description
Motel. Boasting luxury accommodation with a balcony or a patio offering sea views, this beachfront property is located on Napier’s iconic Marine Parade, just a 9-minute walk from McLean Park. Free WiFi and free on-site parking are provided. Pebble Beach Motor Inn boasts self-contained suites and studios across 3 floors. All accommodation offers a fresh water spa bath and rain showers. Each suite and studio has a living area offering a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a DVD player and a laptop safe. Guests can prepare a meal in their private fully equipped kitchen. Located opposite the National Aquarium of New Zealand, Pebble Beach Motor Inn is 5 minutes' walk of many restaurants and cafes along Marine Parade. It is within 15 minutes' walk of the art deco city centre. There are several recreation options nearby including a children's playground, a bike, skate and scooter park, mini-golf and the Sunken Gardens.Show full description
Motel. Featuring a swimming pool and children’s playground, Deco City Motor Lodge is 5 minutes’ drive from Napier. It offers Art Deco accommodation with satellite TV and a spa bath. Guests enjoy unlimited free WiFi. All accommodation at Napier Deco City Motor Lodge includes a microwave, mini refrigerator and tea/coffee making facilities. Free on-site car parking is included. Guests have access to BBQ facilities and shared laundry facilities. Room service, conference facilities and fax/photocopying can be arranged. Continental and cooked breakfasts are available at an additional charge. Deco City Motor Lodge is a 10-minute drive from Napier Airport and a 10-minute drive from Hastings town centre. It is a 20-minute drive to Te Mata Peak, offering great views over the Hawke’s Bay region.Show full description
Motel. Set in Napier, 6 km from the town centre, Greenmeadows on Gloucester features barbecue facilities and views of the garden. Free WiFi is offered to guests. At the motel, each room is fitted with a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV. The property is 7 km from Pania of the Reef Statue. The property is 1.5 km away from Mission Estate Winery and 2.1 km to Church Road Winery. Every room has a private bathroom equipped with a walk in shower and free toiletries. At Greenmeadows on Gloucester the rooms are fitted with a seating area. A guest laundry is available. All studios have a kitchenette.The apartment includes a full kitchen. Cycling is among the activities that guests can enjoy near the accommodation. The nearest airport is Hawke's Bay Airport, 7 km from the property.Show full description
Motel. Just 50 metres from Westshore Beach, Fairley Motor Lodge offers self-contained accommodation with air-conditioning, heating, free WiFi, an iPod dock and flat-screen satellite TV. Fairley Motor Lodge Napier is only 100 metres from Ahuriri Estuary, and 5 minutes’ drive from Hawke's Bay Airport. The National Aquarium of New Zealand is a 10-minute drive away. All studios and one-bedroom apartments offer a kitchenette with a a microwave, refrigerator and toaster. All two-bedroom apartments offer full kitchen facilities. Fairley Motor Lodge offers free parking and free beach towels. Bicycle rental can be arranged. The tour desk can arrange trips to nearby wineries.Show full description
Motel. Set in peaceful surroundings and offering a year-round outdoor pool, free WiFi and garden views, Gardner Court Motel is situated in Napier in the Hawke's Bay Region. All accommodation includes free parking. Pania of the Reef Statue is 1.2 km from Gardner Court Motel, while Bluff Hill Lookout is 2.1 km from the property. McLean Park is 700 metres away. Each apartment offers a fully equipped kitchen, a dining setting and a seating area with a flat-screen TV. Some apartments open onto Nelson Park.Show full description
Motel. Centrally located in Napier, Palm City Motor Inn provides a mixture of studio, one and two bedroom apartments all situated off the main road. All apartments have free WIFI and LCD TVs with cable channels. There are also bicycles at the motel for hire, and an onsite conference facility. The complex provides a tranquil environment for guests. It is a 15-minute walk from McClean Park and within a 10-minute drive of local wineries and sports grounds. Palm City also has an onsite bar and restaurant, swimming pool,and children's play area. It provides an ideal location to unwind and relax after a long day sampling the amazing attractions that Hawkes Bay has to offer. All rooms fitted with Air conditioning The property can help you organise your activities as well as wine tours. Guests have free access to the Anytime Fitness gym located on Kennedy road, a short walk from the property. Dinner is available at the property Monday to Thursday in the restaurant from $25.00.Show full description
Motel. Shoreline Motel is adjacent to the Napier Beach and is a short minute’s walk from the Napier Town. Featuring modern rooms with a well-equipped kitchenette, this property offers free parking on site. Motel Shoreline is within a 5-minute walk of local cafes, restaurants and supermarkets. Guests receive 500MB of free WiFi per day, per device. Guest rooms features a spacious living area with sofa. Amenities include ironing equipment, a DVD player and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The attached kitchenette has a fridge, a microwave and cooking facilities. Laundry services are available on site. The property comes with barbecue facilities for guests’ use. It is a 2-minute walk from The National Aquarium of New Zealand.Show full description
Holiday Park. Napier Beach Top 10 Holiday Park & Motels offers a range of accommodation options set on 9 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds by the beach. All rooms at Napier Beach Top 10 Holiday Park & Motels feature a range of comfortable amenities including TV, shower, toilet and cooking facilities. Napier Beach Top 10 Holiday Park & Motels is located 9 km from the city of Napier. Some are located on the beachfront and have sea views. Facilities include a communal kitchen, a dining area, a BBQ area, laundry facilities and a children’s playground.Show full description
Motel. Featuring an outdoor pool, a hot tub and a barbecue area, Ace High Motor Inn is just 5 minutes’ drive from Napier Aquatic Centre. Free Wi-Fi and a kitchenette or kitchen are standard in all rooms. Ace High Motor Inn Napier is 8 minutes’ drive from Napier Train Station and the beautiful Hawke's Bay. Hawke's Bay Airport and Hawke’s Bay Museum are each a 10-minute drive away. All apartments include a microwave, refrigerator and tea and coffee maker. Each bright and airy room features wall art, heating and satellite TV. Guests can enjoy a casual meal in the barbecue area. The property also offers a children’s playground, a tour desk and a guest laundry. Free parking is available on site.Show full description
Motel. Overlooking Ahuriri Marina, Anchorage Motor Lodge offers self-contained accommodation with free Wi-Fi, free on-site parking and flat-screen satellite TV. The popular Ahuriri Village is a 5-minute walk away. Anchorage Motor Lodge is just 5 minutes’ drive from central Napier and the Hawke's Bay Museum and Art Gallery. Hawke’s Bay Airport and the Mission Road wineries are each a 10-minute drive away. A kitchenette or kitchen with a microwave and refrigerator is standard in all rooms. Most rooms have a double spa bath, and some also offer lovely views of the marina.Show full description
Motel. 8.5 km from McLean Park, Ballina Motel is located in Napier and features free WiFi and concierge services. The property is situated 10 km from Pania of the Reef Statue, 13 km from Bluff Hill Lookout and 15 km from Splash Planet. The nearest airport is Hawke's Bay Airport, 10 km from the motel. The accommodation provides room service and a 24-hour front desk for guests.Show full description
Motel. Albatross Motel offers affordable accommodation overlooking the Ahuriri Estuary Reserve, a short walk from the beach. The motel is also within walking distance of the popular bars and restaurants of Napier’s marina. All of the rooms at the Albatross Motel feature kitchenette facilities, over 50 cable channels and free Wi-Fi. The motel is only 200 metres from the scenic Pacific Ocean and the safe swimming beach at Westshore. Private off-street parking is provided for each unit. The Albatross has a swimming pool, spa pool and an outdoor barbecue area. Albatross Motel is a short drive from many wineries, boutique shopping, the McLean Park Cricket Ground and the Hawke’s Bay Airport.Show full description
Motel. This boutique 5-star bed and breakfast features a heated swimming pool with sun loungers, a billiards room with a full-size billiards table and a large fireplace. There is free Wi-Fi access throughout the property. Situated in a quiet location, McHardy Lodge offers views of the Pacific Ocean and surrounding mountain ranges. Beauty therapies, manicures, pedicures and relaxation massage can be arranged in the privacy of your room. Each suite at McHardy Lodge Napier features luxurious beds, quality linen and a refrigerator with free refreshments. All suites offer a spacious bathroom which includes fluffy bathrobes, a hairdryer and free toiletries. Guests can relax in the guest lounge which offers a fireplace, cable TV, DVD player and broadband internet access. Napier city centre is a 5-minute drive from McHardy Lodge. It is a 10-minute drive to Napier Airport.Show full description
Motel. Bella Vista Motel is just 3 minutes’ walk to Napier’s town centre and Marine Parade. All rooms enjoy satellite TV and 1GB of free WiFi per day. Rooms at Motel Bella Vista include electric blankets and toasters. Free onsite parking is offered. Tea and coffee making facilities are provided. Many rooms also offer kitchenettes. At the Bella Vista, breakfast can be arranged daily and guests also have access to modern laundry facilities. Bella Vista Napier is conveniently located for exploring the sights and attractions of Napier. The National Aquarium of New Zealand is located just 10 minutes’ walk from the hotel. Guests can also find vineyards, farmer’s markets and gourmet food restaurants within 30 minutes’ drive of the hotel.Show full description
Motel. Sea views from all rooms are on offer at Edgewater Motor Lodge, located just 5 minutes’ walk from Napier city centre. Guests have access to an outdoor pool. There are a variety of bars, cafes and restaurants within a 5-minute walk from the motel. Free WiFi access is provided in the entire hotel. Each studio includes heating, ironing facilities and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The kitchenette includes a microwave, refrigerator and tea/coffee making facilities. Facilities at Edgewater Motor Lodge Napier includes a barbecue area. Cooked and continental breakfasts are available. Edgewater Motor Lodge is located only 200 metres from the National Aquarium of New Zealand.Show full description
Motel. Marineland Motel offers modern, self-catering units just moments from Ahuriri Estuary Reserve and the Marina. It boasts an award-winning restaurant and indoor heated swimming pool. Across from the beach, Marineland Motel is within 5 minutes' walk a variety of bars, cafes and restaurants. Motel Marineland offers accommodation for various sized groups. Guests enjoy unlimited free WiFi and free private parking on site. Napier’s city centre and the National Aquarium of New Zealand are just 8 minutes’ drive away. Each studio or apartment is fitted with kitchenette facilities, a living area with a DVD player and TV with more than 50 satellite channels. Some units have 2 TVs so you can watch 2 different channels at the same time. Habitat on the Quay Restaurant serves modern authentic New Zealand cuisine in a relaxed atmosphere with waterfront views. They have received awards for their lamb and beef dishes. The motel is ideally situated for exploring the Hawkes Bay wine region, or enjoying art-deco antique shopping and architecture.Show full description
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