The Tauranga On The Waterfront Motel

$$$$||View on mapTauranga, New Zealand1 Second Avenue, Tauranga, New Zealand, 3110|
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The Tauranga On The Waterfront Motel
1 Second Avenue, Tauranga, New Zealand, 3110·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.9Great
Cleanliness9.4
Location9.4
Staff9.4
Comfort9.3
Facilities9.0
Who stays here
Couples48%
Families30%
Solo15%
Groups7%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.9Great
Cleanliness9.4
Location9.4
Staff9.4
Comfort9.3
Facilities9.0
Who stays here
Couples48%
Families30%
Solo15%
Groups7%

3.5-star waterfront motel with kitchenettes and free parking in central Tauranga

Location & Setting

The Tauranga On The Waterfront sits in a quiet cul-de-sac less than 5 minutes' walk from the town's shops, restaurants, and bars. The property offers direct access to a small beach and wharf with uninterrupted water views over the estuary toward Matapihi. Mount Maunganui Beach, Trustpower Baypark Stadium, and Hobbiton Tours are all within a short drive from the motel.

Room Features

All guest rooms at The Tauranga on the Waterfront include a fully equipped kitchenette with a fridge, microwave, toaster, and tea/coffee making facilities. Italian-inspired bathrooms provide NZ-made toiletries, and ground floor rooms offer a balcony with a table and chairs overlooking the waterfront. Upstairs rooms feature floor-to-ceiling windows, while selected rooms include a spa bath with patio views.

Business & Conference

The property offers air-conditioned conference rooms designed for business travel, with a business centre and meeting/banquet facilities available on site. Luggage storage and fax/photocopying services are provided for professional guests. The quiet cul-de-sac location ensures a restful stay while remaining steps away from the commercial centre.

Family-Friendly Accommodations

Family rooms at The Tauranga on the Waterfront include the Family King Studio with Patio and Avenue Views, offering a separate sleeping area for children behind a partial wall. The two-bedroom Penthouse Apartment provides extra space for groups and larger families. A guest laundry facility and dry cleaning services add convenience for longer stays.

On-Site Amenities

Free on-site parking and high-speed WiFi are available throughout the property. Daily housekeeping services and 24-hour security with CCTV in common areas and outside the property are provided. Guest laundry and luggage storage are offered, along with a range of membership options for frequent travelers.

  • Location: Quiet cul-de-sac, 5-min walk to downtown Tauranga
  • Rooms: Kitchenettes in all rooms Italian-inspired bathrooms with NZ toiletries, "Business: Air-conditioned conference rooms, business centre, meeting facilities
  • Family: Family King Studio, Penthouse Apartment, guest laundry
  • Parking: Free on-site parkig available at no extra charge
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-20:00
from 08:00-10:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs NZD 18.5 per person. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Number of rooms:28
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Rooms and availability

Executive Queen Suite
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
King Studio
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
  • Courtyard view
  • Shower
  • Heating
Superior Suite
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds or 1 Queen-size bed
  • Water view
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Free parking
Luggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Outdoor dining area

Picnic area/ Tables

Laundry
TV

Flat-screen TV

Kitchen facilities

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 view

  • Sea view
  • Courtyard view
  • Water view
  • Street view

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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Essential information about The Tauranga On The Waterfront Motel

💵 Lowest room price 95 £
📏 Distance to centre 500 m
✈️ Distance to airport 6.6 km
🧳 Nearest airport Tauranga, TRG

Location

1 Second Avenue, Tauranga, New Zealand, 3110
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1 Second Avenue, Tauranga, New Zealand, 3110
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1 Second Avenue, Tauranga, New Zealand, 3110
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