This smoke-free motel features dry cleaning, laundry facilities and express check-out. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include tour/ticket assistance and a garden.
Waves Motel offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with indoor private hot tubs and coffee/tea makers. 43-inch Smart televisions come with premium digital channels and Netflix. Accommodation at this 4-star motel has kitchenettes with fridges, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers.
This Orewa motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Waves Motel. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Orewa Beach. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus dry cleaning service.
Free WiFi
Free self-parking
Services include dry cleaning/laundry, tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage
Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the clean guestrooms
Steps from Orewa Beach and 6 minutes on foot from Victor Eaves Park
As a guest of Waves Motel, you'll find tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and laundry facilities. Public spaces have free WiFi. Waves Motel also features dry cleaning/laundry services and express check-out. Self parking is free.
This 4-star Orewa motel is smoke free.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Free self parking on site
Limited on-site self parking
Onsite parking includes off-street options
Family friendly
In-room kitchenette
In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator
Laundry facilities
Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Guest services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
Beach towels
Garden
On the waterfront
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
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2 floors
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Heated bathroom floor
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
43-inch smart TV with premium digital channels
Netflix
Streaming services
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Kitchenette
Microwave
Refrigerator
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Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Iron/ironing board
Mobile key entry
Phone
Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 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
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 30.0 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are not available.
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Rollaway bed fee: NZD 30.0 per day
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
The front desk at this property is open daily from 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM. Guests arriving after 7:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
We should mention
Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
National rating
Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.
Property is also known as
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Waves Motel Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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Room was very nice, lots of facilities as well incl toaster, jug, coffee, cooker, microwave, couch, 2 chairs and large king bed. Unfortunately the mattress wasnt very good but apart from that very nice. Staff great too!
Location was great for where we needed to be , perfect location if beach was your thing as only 1 min walk if that
Motel is a bit dated and the room we had was ground floor and although spacious it had the musty mouldy tropical smell which was not pleasant
Staff very helpful as had trouble with door lock
Had booked through hotels.com and an arrival package , drink and late checkout was not in room as reception was unaware
zena
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
8/10 Good
Stuart
Travelled with partner
15 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Enjoyed our one night this time around. Just a short break for two busy people. Room was clean and facilities adequate. Place needs a bit of tlc, but not bad enough to put us off coming again.
We have stayed many times and love the position and comfort. Friendly and helpful staff. There was a problem with our door making a strange sound which turned out to be caused by the wind. However the manageress upgraded us to a King Room so it didn't keep us awake! Very much
appreciated! Will definitely be back!
Matching the unit security code to customers' cell phone numbers is ingenious!
The roomy unit layout was convenient, the kitchen sufficient for our needs. Comfortable bed and excellent shower.
Judy
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
8/10 Good
Mary
Travelled with family
17 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good, clean, handy to town centre & beach.
Facilities were adequate for our 1 night stay. Only criticism is the pull-out sofa bed, pretty old and some broken springs - not a comfortable sleep for my daughter. Other beds were good. Amazing bathroom ☺️
I thought it was a nice motel to stay, was only there for a nigh.t, room was really clean but it had a weird smell, but still nice and clean. The next time i book i would like to try the sun facing rooms or upstairs as it was a bit cold and dark where we stayed, the lady at reception was also very nice and i like that you opened your door with the last 4 digits of your phone number, Thanks WAVE, appreciated our one night stay
Spa Bath was a winner! Friendly receptionist and quiet surroundings. Beach is a walk away!
Elizabeth
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
8/10 Good
Cliff
23 May 2025
Cliff
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
6/10 Okay
Carol
Travelled with partner
18 May 2025
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The room we were given was an accessible room which wasn't a problem, but the bathroom being an open type shower we found it quite unsafe as the water went all over the floor which I feel was rather unsafe and slippery.
Clean and tidy. Unit serviced daily. Close to shops and all amenities. Super close to the beach. Ideal for daily walks. Restaurants, cafés and bars near by, within walking distance. Will definitely stay again. Very pleasant surroundings.
Comfortable, modern rooms (everything appears nearly new) situated just off the wonderful Orewa beach and walking distance of the beach front centre and shops. I would highly recommend to independent travellers with a car.
Liked: Handy to facilities (Orewa shops) and beach. Facilities at the premises were adequate. Staff very friendly and helpful. Very clean premises.
Disliked: Traffic and road noise. Room interior could have done with paint/paper. Enjoyed our stay.