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About the Hotel

1 Second Avenue, Tauranga, New Zealand, 3110
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Near The Strand
Great
8.9
/10
4.2
4.4
/5

Located merely an 11-minute walk from the Tauranga Art Gallery, The Tauranga On The Waterfront Motel is just around the corner from Vinyl Destination Record Store. The hotel provides rooms with views of the harbour and dry cleaning and housekeeping.

Location

This 5-star hotel, with a quiet location in Tauranga, offers guests to relax by Strand Fountain, which is situated 750 metres away. On The Waterfront Motel is fairly close to Rialto Cinemas.

Guests might as well enjoy proximity to Holy Trinity Public Grounds, situated around 5 minutes' walk away. This accommodation is located only 1.9 km from the Elms.

There is Devonport Road - Second Avenue bus stop right near the hotel.

Rooms

The Tauranga On The Waterfront Motel offers rooms with a kitchenette and a dining area featuring climate control, along with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The rooms also have carpet flooring. Bathrooms inlude a walk-in shower and a separate toilet, and such fine comforts as a hairdryer and a shower cap.

Eat & Drink

Located 13 minutes' stroll from this property, Harbourside serves a great selection of New Zealand food.

Must-do experiences

  • Hike to the summit of Mount Maunganui for stunning views.
  • Savor fresh fish and chips at The Fish & Chip Shop on the beach.
  • Explore The Elms Mission Station for a glimpse into local history.
  • Visit the Tauranga Art Gallery for contemporary New Zealand art.
  • Stroll through Tauranga Farmers Market for local produce on Sundays.
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The Tauranga On The Waterfront Motel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Executive Waterfront Queen Suite Patio
2 persons
305 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Water view
Shower
Coffee machine
Queen Studio Avenue Views
2 persons
305 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Street view
Shower
Heating
Executive Queen Suite Water Front
2 persons
305 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Water view
Shower
Coffee machine
Executive Waterfront King Suite Patio
2 persons
390 sq. feet 
2 Single beds or 1 Queen-size bed
Water view
Shower
Coffee machine
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Facilities

The Tauranga On The Waterfront Motel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Perfect
9.0/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • No pets allowed
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Picnic area/ Tables

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots

Spa & Leisure

  • Garden area

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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The Tauranga On The Waterfront Motel Location

1 Second Avenue, Tauranga, New Zealand, 3110
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1 Second Avenue, Tauranga, New Zealand, 3110
Nearby
233 Cameron Road
Brain Watkins House Museum
100 ft
The Strand
Waterworld
1800 ft
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1700 ft
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88 Devonport Chinese Restaurant
1500 ft
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The Med Cafe
1700 ft
62 Devonport Road
Sammies
1400 ft
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Getting around
City Centre
Tauranga6 min  ·  1700 ft
Airports
Tauranga (TRG)10 min  ·  4.1 mi
Rotorua Regional (ROT)105 min  ·  43.2 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-20:00
Check-out
from 08:00-10:00
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs NZD 18.50 per person per day. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Number of rooms:
28

Reviews and Ratings

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Review score
Based on 1030 verified reviews
8.8/10
Great
94%
Recommend
Breakfast
7.8/10
Cleanliness
9.3/10
Comfort
9.3/10
Facilities
9.0/10
Free Wi-Fi
8.7/10
Location
9.4/10
Paid Wi-Fi
9.1/10
Staff
9.3/10
Value for money
8.8/10
Guest reviews
based on 2604 reviews
8.9/10
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