Motel de la Mer

3.0 star property
3-star motel near Marine Parade

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Penthouse Apartment | Living area | 42-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV, Netflix
Penthouse Apartment | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, desk

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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321 Marine Parade, Napier, 4001
  • Place, Marine Parade
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Napier Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, National Aquarium of New Zealand
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 699 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Penthouse Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 523 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Spa Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 505 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Studio Spa Suite Executive

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • 430 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Studio Spa Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 430 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non-Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 699 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Napier

Oceanside stay.A stay at this Napier South motel places you steps from Marine Parade and within a 5-minute walk of Napier Beach. National Aquarium of New Zealand and Pania of the Reef are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Marine Parade - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Napier Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • National Aquarium of New Zealand - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Napier Soundshell - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • McLean Park - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rogue Hop - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Cappadonna Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Bangkok House (official) - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant Indonesia - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Angkor Wat Kiwi Bakery & Cafe - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Motel de la Mer

3-star motel near Marine Parade
There's a snack bar/deli on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. The business-friendly Motel de la Mer also features tour/ticket assistance, concierge services, and laundry facilities. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star Napier motel is smoke free.

  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 2004
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • No smoking on site
Motel de la Mer offers 11 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to patios. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 42-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels and Netflix. Accommodations at this 3-star motel have kitchenettes with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include showers with hydromassage showerheads, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: NZD 20 per person
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Private wine tours
  • Wine tours

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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:30 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
There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 7:30 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

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • 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 continental breakfast: approximately NZD 20 per person
  • 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 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 smoke detector, a security system, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Eurocard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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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Frequently asked questions

How close is Motel de la Mer to the airport?

Motel de la Mer is 5.1 mi (12-min drive) away from the Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Motel de la Mer?

As of Dec 11, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel de la Mer on Dec 12, 2025 start from $107.31, 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 Motel de la Mer have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Motel de la Mer.

How close is Motel de la Mer to the beach?

This motel is a short 2-minute walk from Napier Beach and 2.7 mi (6-min drive) from Westshore Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Motel de la Mer offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Motel de la Mer, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of NZD 20 per person. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Motel de la Mer?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Motel de la Mer?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Motel de la Mer?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Motel de la Mer have a pool?

Motel de la Mer does not have a pool.

Does Motel de la Mer have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Motel de la Mer to downtown Napier?

Motel de la Mer is 0.3 mi away from Napier.