Motel de la Mer

Property class: 3
Waterfront motel, steps from Marine Parade

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You'll be in a fantastic location at Motel de la Mer, just a 5-minute walk from Marine Parade and Napier Beach. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails and mountain biking. Also, National Aquarium of New Zealand and Pania of the Reef are within a 15-minute walk. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by guests
Top-rated by travelers

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (11)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Breakfast available
  • Air conditioning
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Banquet hall

Feel at home (6)

  • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Kitchenette
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Patio
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is $93
$107 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 26 - Sep 27

Room options

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A room with a desk, two armchairs, a sofa, a bed, a kitchenette, and a bathroom.

Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a blue wall, a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a kitchenette.

Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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A living room with two sofas, a coffee table, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

Penthouse Apartment

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 49 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A living room with two grey armchairs, a sofa, and a small table. There is a TV mounted on the wall and a window with blinds.

Executive Spa Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 47 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Studio Spa Suite Executive

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

Studio Spa Suite Executive

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, chair, desk, lamp, and curtains.

Studio Spa Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non-Ocean View

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, chairs, a kitchenette, and an air conditioning unit.

Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non-Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
321 Marine Parade, Napier, 4001

What's nearby

  • Marine Parade - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Napier Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • National Aquarium of New Zealand - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Municipal Theatre - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • McLean Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks Napier - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Rose - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Art Deco Masonic Hotel - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Angkor Wat Kiwi Bakery & Cafe - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Motel de la Mer

  • You'll be in a fantastic location at Motel de la Mer, just a 5-minute walk from Marine Parade and Napier Beach. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails and mountain biking. Also, National Aquarium of New Zealand and Pania of the Reef are within a 15-minute walk. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 11 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 2.5 percent for credit card payments
    • There is no front desk at this property
    • The host will greet guests on arrival
    • If you are planning to arrive after 7:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Onsite parking limited

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–9:00 AM
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • Private winery tours
  • Beach nearby
  • Free use of nearby fitness center
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Services

  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Built in 2004
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 42-inch Smart TV
  • Digital TV channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Home comfort

  • Heating (climate-controlled) and air conditioning
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding
  • Crib/infant bed (surcharge)

What to enjoy

  • Patio

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Kitchenette
  • Stovetop
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 20 per person
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 2.5 percent

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for NZD 30 per night

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.

This property does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards on site.

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International

Cashless transactions are available.

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Motel de la Mer offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Motel de la Mer does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Motel de la Mer?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Motel de la Mer?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Motel de la Mer?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at Motel de la Mer and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, hiking, and horseback riding. Additional recreation nearby includes hunting.

Does Motel de la Mer have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?

Yes, a kitchenette is available in every room, and also includes a stovetop, a refrigerator, and a microwave.

Does Motel de la Mer have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a patio.

What's the area around Motel de la Mer like?

Motel de la Mer is located near Napier Beach in Napier South, a short 1-minute walk from Marine Parade and 7 minutes' walk from National Aquarium of New Zealand.

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Reviews

Motel de la Mer Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The property is conveniently located near many restaurants and the staff provides excellent recommendations for local dining options. (9 reviews)
  • The in-room hot tub/spa was a perfect way to relax after a busy day. (8 reviews)
  • The property offers a great location with beautiful views and direct access to the beach. (8 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly helpful staff, great location
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10/10 Exceptional

Really good motel. Very clean and good location.
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10/10 Exceptional

Very nice and tidy rooms. Hosts and staff were great and very welcoming
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location - close to everything! The management was extremely helpful, and the room incredibly clean. Highly recommend!
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location, fab facilities in room, very helpful staff, super friendly, free laundry room, beautifully clean.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, excellent room and wonderful staff.
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10/10 Exceptional

The owner of the facility was outstanding, the room was very large spotless with a waterfront view. It was an outstanding place to stay.
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location - cusp of Art Deco area - which I did not know at the time of booking. The room and facility was beautiful.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great room with private spa. Fantastic surroundings. Julian was a very nice and considerate host, he brought us a delicious breakfast in the morning.
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely room and close to restaurants
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10/10 Exceptional

Super clean, super friendly, great location across from the beach.
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent service, lovely room, great location
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10/10 Exceptional

The owners of the property along with the staff are really great people.
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10/10 Exceptional

Very clean and spacius. At the beach front. Walking distance to supermarket and aquarium. Beautiful beach, gardens.
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10/10 Exceptional

weekend away

Easy parking, great host, very clean and tidy and quiet and within walking distance of everything you need.
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent hospitality. Comfortable bed nice bathroom and shower. Would definitely stay again !
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10/10 Exceptional

We had an excellent stay at Motel de la Mer. Our room was bright and incredibly clean. The owners run the place on site and are very friendly. Location is great, right across from the ocean
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10/10 Exceptional

Very clean room with everything you could need in walking distance of the main town.
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff, Great location

A home away from home with friendly staff, but of luxury spa bath in rooms, locatin is great on marine parade, walking distance to town centre, restaurants and other attractions like the acquarium
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10/10 Exceptional

Super comfortable and clean. Well equipped. Very friendly owner Walkable to downtown and art deco area
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful family run hotel. Clean,comfortable. Perfect place to stay while enjoying the area.
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was spacious and clean. Good location for access to beach and downtown. The rate was affordable also.
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely amenities and service.
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10/10 Exceptional

Whether it is the city scenery of Napir, restaurants, bustling streets and hotels, they are all unforgettable. If you want to travel there, stay in this hotel. It is located in a bustling neighbourhood with complete rooms. The owner is very enthusiastic and introduced many real restaurants.
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10/10 Exceptional

Hotel staff where awesome