Awa Motel, near Whakatane River Walk and Mataatua: The House That Came Home, offers an inviting getaway with a terrace and coffee shop/cafe. Stay connected with in-room WiFi, enjoy barbecue grills or take advantage of the restaurant on site; previous guests rave about the helpful staff.
Enjoy your visit to Whakatane with a stay at Awa Motel. You'll have free perks such as WiFi and self-parking. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff and location.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
39 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
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 time is 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 9 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–2:00 PM
Restaurant
Coffee shop
Barbecue grills
Room service (limited hours)
Working away
Meeting room
Conference space (431 square feet)
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in reception
Facilities
4 buildings/towers
Terrace
Room amenities
Be entertained
20-inch flat-screen TV
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Fridge
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Awards and affiliations
Eco-certified property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 8.50 to 22 for adults and USD 8.50 to 22 for children
Children & extra beds
Cots/infant beds are available for USD 25.0 per stay
Policies
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts major credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
White Island Rendezvous Motel Whakatane
White Island Rendezvous Motel
White Island Rendezvous Whakatane
White Island Rendezvous
Awa Motel Motel
Awa Motel Whakatane
White Island Rendezvous
Awa Motel Motel Whakatane
Frequently asked questions
Does Awa Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Awa Motel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Awa Motel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Awa Motel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Awa Motel?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Awa Motel and nearby?
Recommended spots to visit include Whakatane River Walk (1-min walk) and Mataatua: The House That Came Home (2-min walk), along with Te Manuka Tutahi Marae (2-min walk) and Wairere Falls (4-min walk).
Are there restaurants at or near Awa Motel?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.
What's the area around Awa Motel like?
Awa Motel is a short 1-minute walk from Whakatane River Walk and 4 minutes' walk from Wairere Falls. Travellers say that the motel is in a great location.
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Awa Motel Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
20 February 2025
Beautiful, spacious, villa
Beautiful, spacious villa, to the rear of the property. Everything provided, clean tidy and well equipped
Chris
Chris, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
6 February 2025
Lovely private room. Fabulous shower and clean well maintained room
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
14 February 2025
Good On Ya!!
A great place to stay in Whakatāne. Our self contained cabin was so handy to everything and very quiet. 100% recommend.
Ian
Ian, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 February 2025
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.
Peter
Peter, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
2 January 2025
Motel is closed to town and quiet. Everything is good except for the plastic chairs in the room are not that comfortable. It'll be nice to have a sofa or upholstery chairs.
Tim
Tim, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 July 2024
Very clean, quiet, warm, comfy beds, great service and the breakfast was delicious. Recommend to anyone, awesome place to stay 😀
Sherrin
Sherrin, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
1 October 2024
A lovely old villa.
Maxine
Maxine, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
24 November 2024
The room size was Excellent. Nice Bathroom. Soft comfortable beds. Nice kitchen. Nice views outside our room. No Dislikes.Value for money. Will go there again.
Carol
Carol, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 February 2024
Great stay great value
Jack
Jack, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
6 September 2024
Lovely clean room, spacious bathroom
TONI-ANNE
TONI-ANNE, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
21 February 2025
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.
s
s, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
1 April 2024
Lovely helpful staff, the cabin was all that we required with a lovely hot shower.
Joseph
Joseph, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
9 November 2023
Great price and good hotel
Dayle
Dayle, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 June 2024
Wonderful accommodation...
We had a lovely time
Enjoyed the peace and not being bothered
Cleanliness was top notch
Staff very pleasant
Thanks to all ....
Laura
Laura, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
12 July 2024
Was a nice stay. No complaints. Good location.
Sheree
Sheree, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 July 2024
We stayed in one of the cabins and found it comfortable and clean. The bed was very comfortable. It was very quiet and peaceful with an easy walk into town.
Definitely recommend to others 😊
Jennifer
Jennifer, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 August 2024
Reception was very professional
Aidan
Aidan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 July 2023
Fantastic stay,home away from home
Mohammed
Mohammed, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
3 March 2024
Awa Motel is always a good place to stay. The rooms are spacious and clean with great facilities
Josephine
Josephine, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 April 2023
Loved our stay! Wonderful visit, will stay again.
Eric
Eric, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 June 2024
Great lovation, awesome value for money!
John
John, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 September 2022
Very happy with our stay.
Gwen
Gwen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 April 2024
Always a thoughtful and generous welcome from Te and other staff. We love coming there. The cafe and accommodation superb.
Hugo
Hugo, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 November 2023
Always my first choice of accommodation when wanting a comfortable relaxing stay as I love the private cabins for my stay
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 August 2024
Had a room downstairs. Studio with a king bed and a single. Big, spacious room and bathroom. Had everything you needed. Easy check in and check out. Would definitely stay again.