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Awa Motel

4.5 star property
4.5-star eco-certified motel near Whakatane River Walk

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Stroll through the serene front yard, lined with lush greenery, to a charming entrance with a brick pathway.
Stunning two-story home with a gabled roof and covered porch, surrounded by a beautifully manicured lawn and lush vegetation.
Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, desk, and kitchenette.
Enjoy a meal with a view from this kitchen's central island, featuring a spacious granite countertop and a stainless steel sink.
Cozy living space with a kitchen and seating area, featuring a microwave, stove, and refrigerator, with a staircase leading to an upper level and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
15 The Strand, Whakatane, 3120
  • Mataatua: The House That Came Home
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Wairere Falls
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Ohope Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Whakatane (WHK)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Studio (Twin) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Studio (Twin)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Studio (Spa) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Studio (Spa)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

The Garden Villa

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Apartment, 3 Bedrooms | Living area | 20-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Cabin, 1 Bedroom | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Cabin, 1 Bedroom

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Bungalow | Living area | 20-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV

Bungalow

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Villa The Back | Terrace/patio

Villa The Back

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Villa The Front | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Villa The Front

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Whakatane

Whakatāne Town stay.With a stay at this Whakatāne Town motel, you'll be steps from Whakatane River Walk and Mataatua: The House That Came Home. Te Manuka Tutahi Marae and Wairere Falls are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Mataatua: The House That Came Home - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Te Manuka Tutahi Marae - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Wairere Falls - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Whakatane Hospital - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Ohope Beach - 6 min drive - 3.4 miles

Getting around

  • Whakatane (WHK) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Turkish Kebab House - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Robert Harris Cafe Whakatane - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪The Quay Cafe/Licensed Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Quart House Bar - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Awa Motel

4.5-star eco-certified motel near Whakatane River Walk
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. Event space at this motel measures 431 square feet (40 square meters) and includes conference space. A terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the eco-certified Awa Motel. Self parking is free.

This 4.5-star Whakatane motel is smoke free.

  • 39 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 4 buildings
  • 431 sq ft of conference space
  • 40 sq m of conference space
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Awa Motel offers 39 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves.

This Whakatane motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 20-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:30 AM to 2:00 PM for a fee: USD 8.50 to 22 for adults and USD 8.50 to 22 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 20-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 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 front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 9 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

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 available for USD 25.0 per stay.

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 USD 8.50 to 22 for adults, and USD 8.50 to 22 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 25.0 per stay

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 major credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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 accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

White Island Rendezvous
White Island Rendezvous Motel
White Island Rendezvous Motel Whakatane
White Island Rendezvous Whakatane
Awa Motel Motel
Awa Motel Whakatane
White Island Rendezvous
Awa Motel Motel Whakatane

Frequently asked questions

How close is Awa Motel to the airport?

Awa Motel is 6.8 mi (15-min drive) away from the Whakatane (WHK) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Awa Motel?

As of Jul 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Awa Motel on Aug 24, 2025 start from $91.49, 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 Awa Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Awa Motel.

Does Awa Motel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Awa Motel, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 8.50 and 22 for adults, USD 8.50 and 22 for children. It's available every day from 6:30 AM to 2:00 PM.

Is there a casino at Awa Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Awa Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM.

Is there free parking at Awa Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Awa Motel have a pool?

Awa Motel does not have a pool.

Does Awa Motel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Awa Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Awa Motel to downtown Whakatane?

Awa Motel is 0.4 mi away from Whakatane.

Awa Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 393 out of 603 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 175 out of 603 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 603 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 603 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 603 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mavis, Hamilton

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Office staff were absolutely fantastic, helpful and bubbly. Cleaning staff are kind, pay attention to detail, friendly and do their job with class. Perfect location to the wharf, 5 minute walk to town for dining, banks and shopping. Beautiful scenery all round, café on site, delicious food to tempt your tastebuds. Definitely returning.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Gray location. Stayed at the adjacent villa, also owned by local Iwi, Ngati Awa.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Buckley

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place the cabin was clean fresh and comfortable would definitely be back for much longer stay next time.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Torrance

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Tim and Lia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love the spot. Very nice. Stadd were excellent
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nerrilyn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large, clean area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noel

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

karen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place across the road from the beach Rooms are bigger then usual with a great spa A short walk to town Would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

S M

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

Excellent

Stayed in stand alone self contained units. Fantastic rooms. Clean and comfortable. Easy walk to the Boat Club for dinner.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Generous sized room - well appointed - lounge chairs were comfortable We couldn't figure out the Sky system but enjoyed some 80's music instead - so all good :) I personally didn't like being able so see through 2 sets of the stairs so used the one set that was solid - my husband mocked me
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

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

Cabins were great!

Great comfortable stay in the stand alone cabins, private and secure, great way for a few of us to live close to each other but sleep independently.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

stephen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Found bed uncomfortable no air conditioning
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved having breakfast on the spot with easy access to walks along the harbour front and to shops
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

megan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was a perfect little break , clean, friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The receptionist was extremely accommodating with my last minute request. Room was big and very cleanwith the comfiest motel bed I've ever slept on.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

s

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness

Great Villa room but warm.

We had the “Back Villa” which was lovely, BUT… it did not have AC and was extremely hot and humid inside. The Villa itself should have an AC. It was 28c inside when we checked in to the room, so sleep was not easy and we were sweaty all night. It would be great in winter times or spring. No internet. It kept dropping out every two minutes and would nit come back in for ten plus mins. It was useless.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

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

Beautiful, spacious, villa

Beautiful, spacious villa, to the rear of the property. Everything provided, clean tidy and well equipped
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean Bed was super comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend. An excellent experience all round.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

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

Good On Ya!!

A great place to stay in Whakatāne. Our self contained cabin was so handy to everything and very quiet. 100% recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
As per usual Awa absolutely high standards! Thank you loved the unit!!!! ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Good motel in Whakatane

Simple, but spotless and spacious room. Able to make simple meals using the microwave. Reception staff were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely private room. Fabulous shower and clean well maintained room
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gareth

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025