10/10 Excellent
Amy
Traveled with family
Sep 2, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amy
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Academy Motor Inn
3.0 star property
3-star motel in Tauranga South
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Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
- Pool
- Hot tub
- Parking included
- Free WiFi
- Air conditioning
- Breakfast available
Explore the area
734 Cameron Rd, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, 3112
- Tenpin TaurangaPlace, Tenpin Tauranga8 min walk
- Memorial ParkPlace, Memorial Park13 min walk
- Huria MaraePlace, Huria Marae3 min drive
- Tauranga (TRG)Airport, Tauranga (TRG)8 min drive
Room options
View all photos for Studio Suite
Studio Suite
- 280 sq ft
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Queen Bed
View all photos for Apartment, 1 Bedroom
Apartment, 1 Bedroom
- 484 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 3
- 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
About the neighborhood
Tauranga
Tauranga South stay.With a stay at this Tauranga South motel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Tenpin Tauranga and 2 miles (3 km) of Memorial Park. Brain Watkins House and Huria Marae are also within 2 miles (3 km).
What's nearby
- Tenpin Tauranga - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
- Memorial Park - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
- Brain Watkins House - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
- Huria Marae - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
- Mount Maunganui - 17 min drive - 7.6 miles
Getting around
- Tauranga (TRG) - 16 min drive
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 9 min walk
- Tauranga Citizens' Club - 6 min walk
- 88 Chinese Restaurant - 4 min walk
- D.Ks Seafood - 19 min walk
- Sierra Cafe - 11 min walk
About this property
Academy Motor Inn
3-star motel in Tauranga South
Academy Motor Inn offers its guests a hot tub and a seasonal outdoor pool. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Tauranga motel.
- 20 guestrooms or units
- Charging station for electric cars
- Breakfast available (surcharge)
- Front desk (limited hours)
- Garden
- Smoking in designated areas
Academy Motor Inn offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodations at this 3-star motel have kitchenettes with stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils.
This Tauranga motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 40-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels and Netflix. Additionally, rooms include complimentary toiletries and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.
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Property amenities
Family friendly
- Children's games
- In-room kitchenette
- In-room microwave
- Mini-fridge
- Seasonal outdoor pool
- Soundproofed rooms
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Electric car charging station on site
- Free self parking on site
- Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Food and drink
- Weekday cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: NZD 29 for adults and NZD 29 for children
Things to do
- Hot tub
- Seasonal outdoor pool
Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- 3 accessible parking spaces
- No elevator
- Stair-free path to entrance
- Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
- Wheelchair-accessible parking
- Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Room amenities
Entertainment
- 40-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels
- Netflix
- Streaming services
Bedroom
- Blackout drapes
- Premium bedding
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Private bathroom
- Shampoo
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Food and drink
- Cleaning supplies
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Electric kettle
- Kitchenette
- Microwave
- Mini-fridge
- Paper towels
- Restaurant dining guides
- Stovetop
- Toaster
More
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Iron/ironing board
- Separate sitting area
- Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
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 cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately NZD 29 for adults and NZD 29 for children
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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
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.
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash.
We should mention
- The seasonal pool will open October 24 and close April 27.
- Pool access available from 8:30 AM to 8:00 PM.
National rating
Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.
Property is also known as
Academy Motor Inn Motel
Academy Motor Inn Tauranga
Academy Motor Inn Motel Tauranga
Frequently asked questions
How close is Academy Motor Inn to the airport?
Academy Motor Inn is 5.7 mi (16-min drive) away from the Tauranga (TRG) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Academy Motor Inn have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at Academy Motor Inn.
How close is Academy Motor Inn to the beach?
This motel is 6.4 mi (16-min drive) from Omanu Beach and 7 mi (18-min drive) from Pilot Bay Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Academy Motor Inn offer free breakfast?
Free breakfast isn’t provided at Academy Motor Inn, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of NZD 29 for adults and NZD 29 for children.
Is there a casino at Academy Motor Inn?
No, there is no casino at this motel.
What time is check-in at Academy Motor Inn?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Academy Motor Inn?
This motel offers free self parking.
Does Academy Motor Inn have a pool?
Academy Motor Inn features a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 8:30 AM to 8:00 PM.
Does Academy Motor Inn have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this motel.
How close is Academy Motor Inn to downtown Tauranga?
Academy Motor Inn is 1.3 mi away from Tauranga.
Academy Motor Inn Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 4 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 4 reviews
8 - Good
1
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews
2 - Terrible
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10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Staff & service
10/10
Amenities
9.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Good
Grant
Jul 2, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Grant
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Dan
Traveled with family and small children
Dec 29, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great motel, very clean and spacious. Awesome pool for the kids. Easy to get to nearby beaches etc but a nice respite from the hustle and bustle
Dan
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Hans Åke
Feb 28, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hans Åke
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025