Motel de la Mer

3.0 star property

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
321 Marine Parade, Napier, 4001
  • Marine Parade
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • National Aquarium of New Zealand
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Ocean Spa
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non-Ocean View

  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Penthouse Apartment

  • 49 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Studio Spa Suite

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Spa Suite

  • 47 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Studio Spa Suite Executive

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

  • 65 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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About the area

Napier

With a stay at Motel de la Mer in Napier (Napier South), you'll be steps from Marine Parade and Napier Beach. .This motel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Municipal Theatre and 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Pania of the Reef.

What's nearby

  • Marine Parade - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • National Aquarium of New Zealand - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Pania of the Reef - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • McLean Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Ocean Spa - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Rogue Hop Speakeasy - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Sai Thai Eatery - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Angkor Wat Kiwi Bakery & Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Adoro Cafe - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Motel de la Mer

Boardwalk/promenade motel in Napier with free parking
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.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 11 air-conditioned rooms featuring kitchenettes with refrigerators and stovetops. Rooms have private patios. 42-inch Smart televisions with digital programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and minibars.
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and complimentary use of a nearby fitness facility.
Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli serving guests of Motel de la Mer. Continental breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.
Continental breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site 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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • On the waterfront

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)

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2004
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

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

Food and drink

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

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 20 per person
  • 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 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

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

Property is also known as

de la Mer Napier
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Motel de la Mer Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 377 out of 443 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 57 out of 443 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 443 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 443 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 443 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property with an ocean view. Room was modern, clean and vry well-equipped, including a spa bath as well as a shower
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room and close to restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vasile

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners of the property along with the staff are really great people.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful apartments, very well equipped. Laundry facilities for guests (that were free) We requested breakfast, which was brought to the room. Absolutely lovely. The ladies couldn’t do enough for you. I left some earrings and the lady posted them to an address where I was going so I could pick them up. Really enjoyed it here, and highly recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hospitality. Comfortable bed nice bathroom and shower. Would definitely stay again !
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean, super friendly, great location across from the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff. Julie has very kindly offered to post my jacket which I left behind in the room. Such a lovely welcoming place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

takuma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and tidy. Furnitures are really nice. I enjoyed spa bath.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect the decor the daily cleaning service the view. I can't fault the property. Would certainly go back for a repeat experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

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

Going the extra mile to make your stay comfortable

Great location, clean and spacious rooms but above all excellent service made our stay at Motel de la Mer a really enjoyable one.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerrie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room with everything you could need in walking distance of the main town.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stan

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice updated property
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheel

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas M

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, convenient to shopping and restaurants. Property management fun, welcoming and very accommodating. Love this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful family run hotel. Clean,comfortable. Perfect place to stay while enjoying the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

Couldn’t fault it.

We stayed in the penthouse suite and couldn’t fault it. Had views of the sea, lots of space and the bed was very comfortable. The apartment had great facilities, including a large spa and was in excellent condition. There were free laundry facilities and on-site parking. The staff were very helpful and amicable. One of the best places we stayed during our month on the North Island.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bart

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean place, ocean across the road, very friendly staff. I even got a call to let me know we could check in early if we wanted. Also very important these days: there are no "permanent guests" here.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruno, Richmond

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The motel was wonderful. The parking area is tight but it works good. The staff was awesome, showing us the room and explaining the features of the room. And the next morning she remembered me by first name.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin, Sunrise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very centrally located just across from the water while still quiet. The staff made excellent recommendations for local restaurants. Dinner that night was one of the highlights of our whole trip. We’d definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024