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Waves Motel

4.0 star property
4-star motel near Orewa Beach
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Front of property
Garden
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom | Living room | 43-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV, Netflix
Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom | View from room

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Corner Hibiscus Coast Highway & Kohu St, Orewa, 0931
  • Orewa Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Wenderholm Regional Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Snowplanet
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom | View from room

Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Waves King Suite with walk-in shower | 1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Waves King Suite with walk-in shower

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Waves King Suite with Spa Bath

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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43-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV, Netflix

Studio, Jetted Tub

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Suite | Living room | 43-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV, Netflix

Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Orewa

Seaside stay .Your stay at this Orewa motel places you within a 10-minute walk of Orewa Beach and Victor Eaves Park. Orewa – Te Ara Tahuna Estuary Cycleway and Maygrove Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Orewa Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Wenderholm Regional Park - 7 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Snowplanet - 9 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • Big Manly Beach - 14 min drive - 6.3 miles
  • Little Manly Beach - 15 min drive - 6.7 miles

Getting around

  • Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Millies - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Coast - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Booboo Sushi - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Captain Kerr's - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Waves Motel

4-star motel near Orewa Beach
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.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Towels for the beach
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
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. Accommodations at this 4-star motel have kitchenettes with refrigerators, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include showers and hair dryers.

This Orewa motel provides 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
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with premium digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

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

More

  • 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

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.
  • 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.

  • 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

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, 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 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 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. 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 Visa, Mastercard, JCB International, Union Pay, debit cards, cash, and mobile payments. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

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

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

Property is also known as

Waves Motel Orewa
Waves Orewa
Waves Motel Motel
Waves Hotel Orewa
Waves Motel Orewa
Waves Motel Motel Orewa

Frequently asked questions

How close is Waves Motel to the airport?

Waves Motel is 36.4 mi (53-min drive) away from the Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Waves Motel?

As of Sep 7, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waves Motel on Sep 11, 2025 start from $110.16, 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 Waves Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Waves Motel.

How close is Waves Motel to the beach?

This motel is a short 1-minute walk from Orewa Beach and 3.8 mi (7-min drive) from Waiwera Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Waves Motel offer free breakfast?

Waves Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Waves Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Waves Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Waves Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Waves Motel have a pool?

Waves Motel does not have a pool.

Does Waves Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Waves Motel to downtown Orewa?

Waves Motel is 0.2 mi away from Orewa.

Waves Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 287 out of 604 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 238 out of 604 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 56 out of 604 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 604 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 604 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Cliff

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Carol

Traveled with partner
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.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Julian

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul, Ipswich

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Bernard

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

8/10 Good

Mandy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Morgan

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Lester

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jean

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
it was ok for a couple of nights Clean TV leaves a lot to be desired. Mainly Netflix and no SKY
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Gtest location but the room is in need of investment.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good handle to the beachfront
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen, Jamboree Heights

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and amenities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Sara

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

ali

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay friendly staff and close to the beach. The condition.of the place did seem a bit rundown
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent spacious accommodation. Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Tired

Very tired decor and carpets. Bathroom smelled mouldy with visible mould in the grout. Our mattress was very hard, tired and lumpy. Up side is location to the surf beach and a short walk/drive to the shops. Reception staff were friendly. Access to on-site diy laundry facilities if needed. Would not stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean & tidy, but seems to be a mixture of new and old decor and paintwork. Great aircon & shower pressure. Friendly staff. Great having a little private patio area. Right by the beach & within walking distance to Town Centre.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location a minute's walk from the beach. Room clean and had all the usual amenities. Decor a bit past its best and road noise quite loud during the day as the room faced the main road through Orewa.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Erik

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

Orewa beachfront motel

Nice beachfront motel. We were given a bandicapped room without requesting one. Bathroom was a ‘wet’ room w/ in floor drain & slippery tiles. As the motel was completely booked, we didn’t attempt to find or ask if they had a standard king room availble.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fenton

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly, clean and so close to the beach!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025