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Awa Motel

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Cabin, 1 Bedroom | View from room
Villa The Back | Terrace/patio
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Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms
Villa The Front | Private kitchen

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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15 The Strand, Whakatane, 3120
  • Place, Whakatane River Walk
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Te Manuka Tutahi Marae
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Mataatua: The House That Came Home
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Airport, Whakatane (WHK)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Studio (Twin)

Deluxe Studio (Twin)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Studio (Spa)

Deluxe Studio (Spa)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Apartment, 3 Bedrooms | Living area

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Bungalow | Living area

Bungalow

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Villa The Back | Terrace/patio

Villa The Back

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Villa The Front

Villa The Front

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Cabin, 1 Bedroom

Cabin, 1 Bedroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

The Garden Villa

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Whakatane

Whakatāne Town stay.With a stay at this Whakatāne Town motel, you'll be steps from Whakatane River Walk and Mataatua: The House That Came Home. Te Manuka Tutahi Marae and Wairere Falls are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Whakatane River Walk - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Te Manuka Tutahi Marae - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Mataatua: The House That Came Home - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Wairere Falls - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Whakatane District Museum and Gallery - 10 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Whakatane (WHK) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Peejays Coffee House - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Kfc - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Moxi Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cadera - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Village Bakery - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Awa Motel

4.5-star motel near Whakatane River Walk
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. Event space at this motel measures 431 square feet (40 square meters) and includes conference space. A terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Awa Motel. Self parking is free.

This 4.5-star Whakatane motel is smoke free.

  • 39 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 4 buildings
  • 431 sq ft of conference space
  • 40 sq m of conference space
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Awa Motel offers 39 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves.

This Whakatane motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 20-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:30 AM to 2:00 PM for a fee: USD 8.50 to 22 for adults and USD 8.50 to 22 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 20-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 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 front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 9 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 25.0 per stay.

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 USD 8.50 to 22 for adults, and USD 8.50 to 22 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 25.0 per stay

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; cash is not accepted
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. 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.

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

White Island Rendezvous

White Island Rendezvous Motel

White Island Rendezvous Motel Whakatane

White Island Rendezvous Whakatane

Awa Motel Motel

Awa Motel Whakatane

White Island Rendezvous

Awa Motel Motel Whakatane

Frequently asked questions

How close is Awa Motel to the airport?

Awa Motel is 6.8 mi (15-min drive) away from the Whakatane (WHK) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Awa Motel?

As of May 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Awa Motel on May 18, 2026 start from CA $94, 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 Awa Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Awa Motel.

Does Awa Motel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Awa Motel, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 8.50 and 22 for adults, USD 8.50 and 22 for children. It's available every day from 6:30 AM to 2:00 PM.

Is there a casino at Awa Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Awa Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM.

Is there free parking at Awa Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Awa Motel have a pool?

Awa Motel does not have a pool.

Does Awa Motel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Awa Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Awa Motel to downtown Whakatane?

Awa Motel is 0.4 mi away from Whakatane.

Awa Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 425 out of 648 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 184 out of 648 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 648 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 648 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 648 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was excellent. The Fishing Club over the road was good for dinner and drinks and very reasonably priced
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Moira

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, checking in was smooth and easy. A nice clean room. Quiet. Nice view from the deck. Close to shopping, restaurants, beach and much more
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ginny

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Richard, Victoria

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed in Front Villa. Excellent staff. Amazing layout with separate living room, kitchen, bedroom c/w ensuite and entrance hall. No a/c but room fans worked. I highly recommend staying there.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Lawrence

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Edward

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

felicia

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Alice

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All of the above. Excellent stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lyndall

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tidy room with all the amenities required for an overnight stay. Helpful staff even allowed us to have an earlier check-in. Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Kind and helpful staff! A wonderful motel and we enjoyed our time in Whakatane!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good room with everything we needed for the stay, although having a box of facial tissue provided would have been nice.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Siddharth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are clean and spacious.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tibble

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff awesome amenities awesome thank you for the awesome stay loved it .
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eileen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Definitely stay again & highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nitama

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotless room, very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, freindly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Graeme

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, kitchen ok
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARYANNE

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were welcoming gave great instructions, good information sheets in the room the unit was nice and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Vilma

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love this place. Second time visiting. Will be back
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room great view and the staff were very friendly 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eryn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely cottage with everything we needed, comfortable bed and very warm Walkable to the Main Street and cafes etc
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Rachel

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025