Kaitaia Motor Lodge

3.0 star property

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Indoor spa tub
Children’s play area – outdoor
Family Unit | Bathroom shower
Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Seasonal outdoor pool

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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121 North Road, Kaitaia, 482
  • Place, Okahu Estate Winery
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Te Ahu Centre
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Far North Regional Museum
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kaitaia (KAT)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

One Bedroom Unit

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Family Unit

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds OR 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Two Bedroom Unit

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Kaitaia Motor Lodge

Along with a seasonal outdoor pool, this motel has dry cleaning and laundry facilities. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, tour/ticket assistance, a garden and barbecues are on-site.
Kaitaia Motor Lodge offers 9 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and free toiletries. Rooms open to patios. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas and includes desks. Accommodation at this 3-star motel has kitchens with full-sized fridge/freezers, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include a shower.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch Smart televisions come with satellite channels. An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Recreational amenities at the motel include a seasonal outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Kaitaia Motor Lodge. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of Okahu Estate Winery. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas, plus dry cleaning service and a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge).
  • Free WiFi
  • Take a swim in the seasonal outdoor pool
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • 10.1 mi (16.2 km) from Karikari Peninsula and 10.3 mi (16.6 km) from Ninety Mile Beach
  • Airport shuttle service available for a fee
As a guest of Kaitaia Motor Lodge, you'll find a seasonal outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Kaitaia Motor Lodge also features a garden, a picnic area, and laundry facilities.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Kaitaia motel.


Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Things to do

  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar in shower
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Built in 1999
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Separate dining area
  • Toaster

More

  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Portable fan
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 AM 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 not available.
  • 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.

  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 20.00 per person (one way)

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 - 6:00 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 9:00 AM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

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.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Kaitaia Motor Lodge

Kaitaia Motor

Kaitaia Motor Lodge New Zealand - North Island

Kaitaia Motor Lodge Motel

Kaitaia Motor Lodge Kaitaia

Kaitaia Motor Lodge Motel Kaitaia

Kaitaia Motor Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 142 out of 350 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 156 out of 350 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 35 out of 350 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 350 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 350 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Patsy Louise

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff was friendly, room was clean. Be aware that the hot tub is only open seasonally from June to November.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Yi

Liked: Cleanliness
The recent renovation is good compared to stay 2 years ago. However, our air condioner was not working still under repair.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Georg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was clean and comfy.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Gordon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet room and friendly staff. Convenient location. Only drawback was the wifi which was slow and inconsistent. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

Jennifer

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall, a nice stay. The room was clean and tidy, and everything we needed to cook and use was provided. The amenities were good such as the hot tub was really nice, and although the pool wasn’t the cleanest, it was still okay. The ladies at reception were super friendly and lovely, which made the experience much better. However, the customer service I received over the phone when booking wasn’t great and came across as quite rude, which was disappointing and made the journey there a bit stressful. Thankfully, the in-person staff were completely different. Aside from that, the motel itself is nice and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Mark

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ariane

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Donna

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Everything about this motel was inadequate No smoke alarms The room stunk of overused cleaning products The bed was very old & hard The curtains across the entry door didn’t fit The aircon was a broken fan The entry door had a window beside it so easily unlocked The shower floor was spongy & felt unsafe The internet was not going The toilet seat should have been replaced years ago The pool looked green We are very disappointed as the photos on the motel portrayed a very different room The receptionist was rude Thanks Donna & Michael
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Rick

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Cynthia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
There was no AC unit. Only a couple of fans, of which one was not working. Kitchen utensils were clean. So was the room.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Tiarns

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and had all the amenities you need. Check in & out went smoothing. They were able to accommodate our late check in & communicate well. Parking right out front of your unit & the pool nice & close. The location is central Kaitaia so not hard to find anything! I would go back 🙂
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Sudhan, Napier

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed for 1 night. Clean and tidy
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything you would expect from a small hotel. Very Comfy Bed was a bonus. Good sized apartment with comfy sitting area.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gina and her team are amazing! Lovely property & rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Karen

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Before booking, check to see if they have finished the construction behind the motel. Also ask if the air conditioning is working yet.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simranpreet kaur

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

ANDREW

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
Staff are great, the rooms are old with old fitouts, but beds were clean and comfortable. Reasonable road noise also
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

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

Start of our cycle adventure

All was good with the accommodation. Comfortable & clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Ray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good solid motel room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Rhonda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Well equipped and clean. We found the bed too hard for us but excellent location and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tuini

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
We stay here often and always have a lovely stay. The convenience of Pak n Save next door or the Warehouse across the road is a bonus. Look forward to our next stay in Kaitaia
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025