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Baywatch Motor Inn

4.0 star property
4-star motel near Maunganui Beach

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Garden
Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker
Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Lobby

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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349A Maunganui Road, Tauranga, 3116
  • Place, Blake Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Maunganui Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Mount Maunganui
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tauranga (TRG)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom Spa Suite

1 bedroom Spa Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 44 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Executive King Studio

Executive King Studio

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

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Executive Twin Room, 2 Double Beds

Executive Twin Room, 2 Double Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Studio, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Tauranga

City center stay.Your stay at this Mount Maunganui motel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Maunganui Beach and Mount Hot Pools. Also, Mount Maunganui is within 2 miles (3 km) and Tauranga Domain is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Blake Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Maunganui Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Pilot Bay Beach - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Mount Hot Pools - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Mount Maunganui - 2 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Tauranga (TRG) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Solera - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Little Guy Bagels and Brews - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Eddies Brunch Parlour - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Burgerfuel Mount Maunganui - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Rosie O'Gradys - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Baywatch Motor Inn

4-star motel near Maunganui Beach
As a guest of Baywatch Motor Inn, you'll find a seasonal outdoor pool, a garden, and laundry facilities. WiFi is free in public spaces.

This 4-star Tauranga motel is smoke free.

  • 17 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
Baywatch Motor Inn offers 17 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodations at this 4-star motel have kitchenettes with refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

This Tauranga motel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Premium satellite television is provided. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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includes taxes & fees
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: NZD 19.50 to 24.50 per person

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (7:30 AM - 8:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8:30 AM - 8 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
At check-in, guests must provide either a negative COVID-19 test result or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
Negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 10 and up, and test must have been administered no more than 48 hours prior to check-in; COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up; guests must have received complete vaccination at least 30 days prior to check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 9 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 9 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 30.0 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately NZD 19.50 to 24.50 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 30.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. At check-in, guests must provide either a negative COVID-19 test result or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination. The negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 10 and up, and the test must have been administered no more than 48 hours prior to check-in. COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up; guests must have received complete vaccination at least 30 days prior to check-in.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • The seasonal pool will open in December and close in April.
  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • Children 9 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Baywatch Motor Inn.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Baywatch Motor
Baywatch Motor Inn
Baywatch Motor Inn Mount Maunganui
Baywatch Motor Mount Maunganui
Baywatch Motor Inn Motel
Baywatch Motor Inn Tauranga
Baywatch Motor Inn Motel Tauranga

Frequently asked questions

How close is Baywatch Motor Inn to the airport?

Baywatch Motor Inn is 2.9 mi (10-min drive) away from the Tauranga (TRG) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Baywatch Motor Inn?

As of Apr 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Baywatch Motor Inn on Apr 19, 2026 start from CA $147, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Baywatch Motor Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Baywatch Motor Inn.

How close is Baywatch Motor Inn to the beach?

This motel is 1 mi (3-min drive) from Maunganui Beach and 19.5 mi (37-min drive) from Omokoroa Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Baywatch Motor Inn offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Baywatch Motor Inn, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between NZD 19.50 and 24.50 per person. It's available every day from 7 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Baywatch Motor Inn?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Baywatch Motor Inn?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Baywatch Motor Inn?

Free parking is not available at this motel.

Does Baywatch Motor Inn have a pool?

Baywatch Motor Inn features a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Does Baywatch Motor Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Baywatch Motor Inn to downtown Tauranga?

Baywatch Motor Inn is 3.3 mi away from Tauranga.

Baywatch Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 219 out of 323 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 89 out of 323 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 323 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 323 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 323 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Steven, Manchester

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good stay. Bed was comfy but room and bathroom were a little dated. Pool was very small and could be a bit bigger.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Janine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great reception from staff, clean room, comfortable bed
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was great Right near the beach. Bed was great. I will be staying here again one day
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

A great property and very friendly host.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kylee

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charmaine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A really great place to stay especially if you have sporting events at the Mount or Blake Park. Everything is clean, tidy and very comfortable. Check in at reception was easy and you were made to feel right at home with excellent customer service. The location is also safe and handy to eating places which was so handy. We will certainly be back when we have another sporting event up the Mount for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Kathryn

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location to explore this area, rooms are great size and very easy parking! Staff were very pleasant - would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darryl

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotless room and staff extremely helpful and friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly and helpful. Room was nice, spacious and clean. Not much road noise except for the odd idiot.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark and Katrina

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved how it was walking distance to the shops , bars and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
So clean and the bed was extremely comfortable. The owner was lovely and super helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Location Excellent Tv way too small and dated
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here 1 night and we loved it. Room was very spacious and well maintained and presented. The spa bath was a bonus. Easy parking and very convenient and walkable to shops and the beach. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Harry

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No further comments.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay

Great place to stay. Right in town. Room was nice and beds really comfortable. Host was friendly and welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicki

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location and well priced
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dermot

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were freindly
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025