Aquarius Motor Inn

3.0 star property

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Front of property
Executive Studio Suite | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Ensuite | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Indoor spa tub
Aerial view

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
447-449 Maunganui Rd, Tauranga, 3116
  • Blake Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Mount Maunganui
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Tauranga Domain
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Tauranga (TRG)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Ensuite

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Basic Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Roll-in Shower, Non Smoking

  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Executive Studio Suite

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Ensuite

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Basic Studio, Roll-in Shower

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Ensuite

  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Ensuite

  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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About this property

Aquarius Motor Inn

3-star motel in Mount Maunganui
A seasonal outdoor pool, laundry facilities, and express check-out are available at this motel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include tour/ticket assistance and a reception hall.
Aquarius Motor Inn offers 16 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Accommodations at this 3-star motel have kitchens with refrigerators, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils.

This Tauranga motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the motel include a seasonal outdoor pool.
Aquarius Motor Inn features a seasonal outdoor pool, tour/ticket assistance, and laundry facilities. Wireless Internet access is complimentary. This Tauranga motel also offers express check-out and pool umbrellas. Onsite self parking is complimentary.

Aquarius Motor Inn has designated areas for smoking.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 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
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Christmas Day:
  • Front desk

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 15.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Breakage deposit: NZD 200.00 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 15.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from September to April
Pool access available from 8:30 AM to 9:00 PM

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Aquarius Motor Inn Mount Maunganui
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Aquarius Motor Mount Maunganui
Aquarius Motor
Aquarius Motor Inn Motel
Aquarius Motor Inn Tauranga
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Aquarius Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 108 out of 218 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 76 out of 218 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 218 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 218 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 218 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort

No hot water!!!!

In general the room was OK, it was clean and comfy. However, there was no hot water so I was unable to take a shower etc. When I went to reception to discuss the matter there was nobody available so I was unable to remedy the situation, there was also no one available at point of checkout so I was unable to have the conversation then. I will not be staying at the Aquarius again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Shontelle

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was pleasant & quick, Rachel was nice. Location was convenient with shops nearby. Pool is deep & enough for a dip, spa was nice. The only downside was little things in the room like the couch smelt like mims & a rip in the curtain. Otherwise size and other facilities like fridge, stove, microwave was bliss.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rowena

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked that there was sky, an ac, a pool and a spa, nice shower, and blinds. Was nice and clean. The bed was a little firm, the curtains were long sitting on the ground easily can be stood on and there was a rip in the curtain unsure if that was reported yet. When we arrived after my arrival time my room wasnt ready yet. Only 1 chair with the dinning table. Not sure if the price i paid for this room was worth it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Vitalii

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Christine

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Rocio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Unpleasant stay

The property looks old and many spiders found at ceiling. We got locked outside the room with room and cellphone left inside the room. The reception was closed with notice stating to be back shortly but was not appear eventually until we got help by another roommate to unlock our room l.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Malia

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
X
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alisha

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

Great visit to Tauranga!

The staff was super friendly and helpful with all my requests. Our room was tidy, well stocked, and quiet. We did have a few issues that we reported, but the staff were keen to deal with them ASAP. We had a room right in the corner so it was a little dark/hard to air out but it was still a really good room! I loved the space in the shower.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fresh Produce Group

Business traveler
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Anita

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
System allow me to book at 10:30pm and later there was no one at the property. Requested for refund but no response
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

David

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Murray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Anita

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
System allow me to book at 10:30pm and later there was no one at the property. Requested for refund but no response
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place, helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Teresa, Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Lesley C

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

SUN

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Good location , reasonable price
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Tom

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, good facilities!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Sarah

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Staff were helpful, unfortunately the room was on the lower floor behind the stairs and a cupboard with a wall behind it which meant the room was very dark and quite noisy. The room was clean and appeared to have had the carpet washed recently as there was a chemical smell in the room. The location was perfect to access Blake park.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Margo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is good. Good size unit but entrance behind a stairwell was not very light. Main TV without remote n seemed to be on standby so kept going offf. No wine glasses
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024