Awa Motel Whakatane, Whakatane ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

15 The Strand East, Whakatane, New Zealand, 3120

Awa Motel, a 4-star Whakatane hotel, offers a range of spacious accommodations including Micro-village Cabins and Standard Studios, along with an onsite café and BBQ facilities. Guests can enjoy eco-friendly practices, all while being conveniently located close to local attractions.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms at Awa Motel feature modern amenities, including air conditioning, flat-screen TVs with over 50 channels, and kitchenettes equipped with microwaves and refrigerators. The Micro-village Cabins have Californian King beds and spacious ensuite bathrooms with walk-in showers. Select units include spa baths or outdoor garden views.

Dining Options

The onsite Café Awa serves freshly prepared meals and Mojo coffee, popular among locals. Guests can also utilize the outdoor BBQ facilities for casual dining. Numerous local dining options such as Global Thai and The Communal are within a short walking distance.

Leisure & Local Attractions

Guests at Awa Motel can take part in sustainable initiatives including recycling and reducing laundry frequency. The hotel also provides complimentary self-service laundry and outdoor relaxation spaces. Nearby, guests can explore local attractions such as Moutohorā/Whale Island accessible via a 15-minute boat ride.

Services & Logistics

Awa Motel offers additional services such as reception selling essential items and providing storage for valuables. Guests can also find information about local activities and organized tours at the front desk. Convenient parking is available for all rooms, with allocated spaces for Micro-village Cabin guests.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Cabin

Max:

2 persons

25 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Shower

Heating

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Family Three-Bedroom Apartment

Max:

2 persons

74 m²

Bed options:

3 Single beds

Shower

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Villa

Max:

2 persons

90 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Shower

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Getting around

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City Center

Whakatane3700 ft

Airports

Whakatane (WHK) 7.3 mi

Rotorua Regional (ROT) 48.7 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Comfortable Stay!

“My room was exceptionally clean, spacious, and comfortable, providing the perfect retreat after a long journey.” view full review

Late Arrival Ease

“I arrived just before closing, and the motel had everything ready for my late check-in, including a warm, welcoming light in my unit.” view full review

Well-Equipped Kitchen

“The kitchen was fully equipped, allowing me to prepare meals easily and feel at home during my stay.” view full review

Free Laundry Surprise

“I was delighted to discover complimentary laundry facilities, making my stay even more convenient and enjoyable.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
No pets allowed
Coffee shop

Guest Parking

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

Room service
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Special diet menus

Children

Cribs

Spa & Leisure

Sun terrace
BBQ facilities

Room features

Sitting area
Terrace
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Location

15 The Strand East, Whakatane, New Zealand, 3120

Map view

15 The Strand East, Whakatane, New Zealand, 3120

City landmarks

Museums

Te Koputu A Te Whanga A Toi

2700 ft

1B Muriwai Dr

Whakatane Heads

4500 ft

Cave

Muriwai's Cave

2200 ft

cnr The Strand & Commerce St

Pohaturoa Rock

2100 ft

2/8 Kakahoroa Dr

Whale Island Kayaking

2100 ft

37 Muriwai Dr

Mataatua Waka

2100 ft

51-55 Boon St

Whakatane District Museum & Research Centre

3100 ft

Turuturu Rock

Lady on the Rock

3800 ft

Kohi Point Lookout Road

Kohi Point Lookout

1.7 mi

Events

Whakatane War Memorial Hall

1.1 mi

West End

Otarawairere Bay

1.6 mi

1 Otarawairere Rd

West End Lookout

1.3 mi

13 Pohutukawa Ave

Mahy Reserve

2.1 mi

Gallery

4 Art Sake

2.1 mi

Farm

Julians Berry Farm & Cafe

3.2 mi

Nearby

105 Muriwai Dr

Mataatua: The House That Came Home

400 ft

Hillcrest Road intersection of Seaview and Hillcrest Roads

Te Papaka & Puketapu

1800 ft

15 The Strand

whakatane NZ

0 ft

Whakatane 3120

Wairere Falls

1100 ft

Hillcrest Road cnr Seaview Road

Te Papaka

1800 ft

Restaurants

White Island Cafe

0 ft

15 The Strand

Roquette Restaurant & Bar

900 ft

23-29 Quay Street

L'Epicerie

1100 ft

73 The Strand Quayside Building

Spice Junction

1100 ft

75 The Strand Opposite I-Site

The Craic Irish Pub

1200 ft

Whakatane Hotel 79 The Strand

Cobb & Co. Whakatane

1300 ft

79 The Strand

The Bean Cafe and Roastery

1300 ft

72 The Strand

The Office Bar and Grill

1300 ft

82 The Strand

The Fig Cafe

1500 ft

93 The Strand

Double Zero Cafe and Pizza Lounge

1600 ft

108 The Strand

The Wagon

1800 ft

128 The Strand

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

84%

liked the hotel and would stay again

clean

friendly staff

ordinary dining

lacking views

8.4/10

Great

Rooms

8.3

Location

8.3

Service

8.3

Dining

7.7

Dorothy

United Kingdom, April 2024

8.2/10

I felt like I could move in and call it home; the rooms were spacious, clean, and had everything I needed, including a kitchenette. The staff were friendly and knowledgeable about the area, but some aspects of service could be improved. The location was perfect for exploring and dining out, right by the water. The dining experience was convenient, with tasty food available for pre-order. The hotel had great facilities, though there were a few minor issues.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were quite spacious and comfortable, with a kitchenette that made me feel like it could be my own apartment. The bed linen was lovely, and everything was spotlessly clean.

Service

7.0

The staff were welcoming and knowledgeable about the area, though there were some challenges with the service that could have been improved.

Location

9.0

The location was fantastic, with beautiful water views and easy access to town for dining and activities. It was exactly what I had hoped for.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was convenient with the option to pre-order food and have it delivered to the room. It was a nice touch for a hassle-free stay.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel had all the necessary facilities, though there were a few small issues to note.

Roy

United Kingdom, September 2023

8.6/10

My stay at the hotel was delightful. The location was excellent, within walking distance of the town center, making it very convenient. The rooms had a warm reception and the staff was lovely and caring when doing our rooms, which was a great touch.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms looked really good and were well within walking distance of the town center.

Service

9.0

The staff are friendly and helpful, truly a credit to the White Island company. They even refunded $70 that was not included in our booking.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location was very good, walkable to town and eateries, right by the wharf, and with a walking distance to the town for a meal and drink in the evening.

Dining

9.0

The dining options were fresh and delicious. We didn't use the cafe, but the food delivered to our room was fantastic.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were handy, close to restaurants, and the waterfront. The staff also provided suggestions for activities in the surrounding area.

Hubert

United Kingdom, August 2023

7.4/10

The hotel had comfortable rooms, exceptionally nice service, and a great location close to town and the waterfront. The dining was a bit ordinary, but overall a good value for money stay.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were immaculately clean, had comfortable beds with clean linen, and a great shower.

Service

9.0

The staff were very nice, helpful, and friendly, making our stay enjoyable.

Location

7.0

The location was just perfect for heading off on excursions and convenient for guests, albeit lacking real views.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience was on the ordinary side and could have been more generous, but it served its purpose.