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Aquarius Motor Inn

3.0 star property

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Front of property
Porch
Front of property
Beach nearby, white sand
Indoor spa tub

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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447-449 Maunganui Rd, Tauranga, 3116
  • Place, Blake Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Maunganui Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Mount Hot Pools
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tauranga (TRG)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Basic Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Basic Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Basic Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Ensuite

Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Ensuite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Ensuite | Living area

Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Ensuite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 50 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Ensuite

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Ensuite

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Ensuite

  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Ensuite

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Ensuite

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Ensuite

  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Basic Studio, Roll-in Shower

Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Studio, Roll-in Shower

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

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Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom | Living area

Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom

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

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Executive Studio Suite

Executive Studio Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

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About the area

Tauranga

With a stay at Aquarius Motor Inn in Tauranga (Mount Maunganui), you'll be steps from Blake Park and a 4-minute drive from Maunganui Beach. .This motel is 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Pilot Bay Beach and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Mount Hot Pools.
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What's nearby

  • Blake Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • The Mount Mainstreet - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Maunganui Beach - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Mount Hot Pools - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Pilot Bay Beach - 3 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Tauranga (TRG) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fusion Coffee - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Mount Mellick - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Tay Street Cafe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Aquarius Motor Inn

Motel with free parking, steps from Blake Park
Aquarius Motor Inn offers 16 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Accommodations at this 3-star motel have kitchens with refrigerators, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils.

This Tauranga motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the motel include a seasonal outdoor pool.
Make yourself at home in one of the 16 air-conditioned rooms featuring kitchens with refrigerators and microwaves. 42-inch flat-screen televisions with satellite programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and ceiling fans, as well as phones with free local calls.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a seasonal outdoor pool, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and tour/ticket assistance.
Featured amenities include express check-out, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

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

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 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
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 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

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Christmas Day:
  • Front desk

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 15.0 per day

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Breakage deposit: NZD 200.00 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 15.0 per day
  • 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, 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
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from September to April
Pool access available from 8:30 AM to 9:00 PM

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

Aquarius Motor Inn Mount Maunganui
Aquarius Motor Inn
Aquarius Motor Mount Maunganui
Aquarius Motor
Aquarius Motor Inn Motel
Aquarius Motor Inn Tauranga
Aquarius Motor Inn Motel Tauranga

Aquarius Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 117 out of 236 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 83 out of 236 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 236 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 236 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 236 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lashawn

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Tanween

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
It was good.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

Dianne

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eru

Liked: Staff & service
clean an handy place for parking
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jim and Erron

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was close and handy to everything.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Debbie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent value for money, great location. Very clean and tidy.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location for the rugby that night!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very accomodating hosts, couldn’t have asked for a better stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deb

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ownerscwere friendly Helpful . The room was very clean and very quiet
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ariane

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff. Nice spa pool. Room had everything you needed. Great café just across the road. Walkable distance to all places.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Hiren

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerhard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was great
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter, Kailua Kona

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Near most of our needs
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The office was shut a lot of the time . But when the staff were available they were friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Mark

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was ok, but you could hear everything form the upstairs room and the bedroom door didn't shut, also the bed in the lounge was pretty average.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our accommodation was very clean & comfortable with easy parking & a convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Carole

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

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good clean place.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Tanween

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort

No hot water!!!!

In general the room was OK, it was clean and comfy. However, there was no hot water so I was unable to take a shower etc. When I went to reception to discuss the matter there was nobody available so I was unable to remedy the situation, there was also no one available at point of checkout so I was unable to have the conversation then. I will not be staying at the Aquarius again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Shontelle

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was pleasant & quick, Rachel was nice. Location was convenient with shops nearby. Pool is deep & enough for a dip, spa was nice. The only downside was little things in the room like the couch smelt like mims & a rip in the curtain. Otherwise size and other facilities like fridge, stove, microwave was bliss.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025