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8.5

821 reviews

Southpacific Motel

Southpacific Motel

249 Port Road, Whangamata, 3643, New Zealand

Reservations:

+1-833-728-2041

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Free parking

Free wifi

Beach

Air conditioning

Private entrance

Parking On Site

Beach umbrellas

Kitchenware

Southpacific Motel

Welcome to the Southpacific Motel, your perfect getaway in the stunning seaside town of Whangamata, New Zealand! Nestled just 1.2 kilometers from the bustling city center, this 4-star gem offers travelers a serene escape without straying too far from the action. With prices starting from just $108, you’ll be ready to soak up the sun and embrace the local charm in no time.

At Southpacific Motel, every guest is treated to a delightful array of features to enhance their stay. Enjoy complimentary WiFi while lounging in the garden, or take advantage of the free parking so you can explore the local beaches and golf courses without a worry. Picture yourself with a picnic on the beach, chilling under an umbrella with your favorite people, or whipping up a tasty meal in your kitchenette—this motel brings convenience and comfort together in a fun way!

Not convinced yet? With 821 reviews under its belt, it’s clear that travelers are raving about their experiences at Southpacific Motel. Whether you’re an adventure seeker looking to explore the coastline or a relaxation enthusiast wanting to unwind in a private haven, the friendly atmosphere and fully-equipped amenities make it easy to have a fantastic time. So pack your bags and get ready to make some memories in beautiful Whangamata!

Dive into the delightful variety of stylish accommodations at Southpacific Motel, where each room is designed with your comfort in mind. From the spacious King Studio to the cozy Family Suite, there's a perfect fit for every traveler's needs! Whether you're planning a romantic getaway or a fun-filled family trip, our range of options can accommodate your desires. The Superior King Studio is perfect for couples looking for a touch of luxury, while the Twin Studio offers an ideal setup for friends and family with plenty of space to relax after a day of adventure.

Picture yourself enjoying a leisurely morning in your well-appointed studio, the aromas of your favorite brew wafting through the air. With kitchens equipped for culinary exploration, why not channel your inner chef and whip up a breakfast feast before heading out to soak up the sun on Whangamata’s pristine beaches? You can also enjoy your evening en plein air, dining al fresco in the garden—a charming way to unwind after a day of exploration. The flexibility of self-catering means you get the best of both worlds: the convenience of home-cooked meals with the thrill of beachside dining!

And speaking of thrills, let’s not forget the local attractions just waiting for you to explore! Spend your days lounging on the beach, trying your hand at surfing, or delving into the vibrant local art scene. The friendly staff at Southpacific Motel are ready to assist you with recommendations and making sure your stay is packed with unforgettable experiences. With all this at your fingertips, your adventure in Whangamata is bound to be a memorable one—so gear up for sun, surf, and sensational memories at Southpacific Motel!

Closest airports

Tauranga Airport

36.6mi

Hamilton International Airport

53.9mi

Auckland International Airport

61mi

Most popular amenities

Free parking

Free wifi

Beach

Air conditioning

Private entrance

Parking On Site

Beach umbrellas

Kitchenware

Kitchenette

Picnic area

Garden

View

Free toiletries

Rooms

King Studio (3 Adults) in Southpacific Motel

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King Studio (3 Adults)

1 King Size Bed

1 Sofa Bed

525 sqft

Private Bathroom

Kitchenette

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Stay in our spacious and comfortable King Studio, featuring a private bathroom, kitchenette, and stunning views. With a King size bed and a sofa bed, it can accommodate 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child, making it the perfect choice for your stay.

One-Bedroom Apartment in Southpacific Motel

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One-Bedroom Apartment

1 King Size Bed

300 sqft

Private Bathroom

Kitchenette

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

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Escape to our cozy One-Bedroom Apartment featuring a private bathroom, kitchenette, and a spacious sitting area. Unwind with amenities like air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, and a comfortable king-size bed for a perfect night's sleep.

Queen Studio in Southpacific Motel

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Queen Studio

1 Queen Size Bed

195 sqft

Private Bathroom

View

Private entrance

Microwave

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Experience comfortable and stylish living in our Queen Studio, a spacious 194 sqft studio with a Queen size bed. Enjoy the beautiful view and modern amenities such as a private bathroom, microwave, flat-screen TV, and refrigerator.

Superior King Studio in Southpacific Motel

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Superior King Studio

1 King Size Bed

645 sqft

Private Bathroom

Kitchenette

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Microwave

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Stay in our spacious Superior King Studio, offering a comfortable king size bed and a kitchenette for your convenience. Enjoy breathtaking views, modern amenities such as a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and the comfort of a private bathroom. Experience true relaxation in our stylish and well-equipped studio, perfect for couples or small families.

Twin Studio in Southpacific Motel

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Twin Studio

1 Twin Bed

1 Queen Size Bed

195 sqft

Private Bathroom

Kitchenette

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Microwave

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Stay comfortably in our modern Twin Studio, featuring a private bathroom, kitchenette, and stunning views. Enjoy the convenience of a microwave, flat-screen TV, and free toiletries. Accommodates up to 3 adults and 1 child.

Family Suite in Southpacific Motel

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Family Suite

1 King Size Bed

2 Twin Beds

335 sqft

Private Bathroom

Kitchenette

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

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Experience the ultimate family getaway in our spacious and stylish Family Suite, featuring a private kitchenette, comfortable sitting area, and all the modern amenities you need. With its king size bed, two twin beds, and room for six, this suite ensures the perfect retreat for both adults and children.

Studio - Disability Access in Southpacific Motel

Studio - Disability Access

1 Twin Bed

1 King Size Bed

Private Bathroom

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

x3

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Our Disability Access Studio offers a comfortable and accessible stay, accommodating up to 3 adults. Enjoy the convenience of a private bathroom, micrwave, flat-screen TV, refrigerator, and more.

Standard Apartment

1 Queen Size Bed

Private Bathroom

Kitchenette

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

More details

Welcome to our Standard Apartment, where you can relax and unwind in a cozy and well-equipped space. Enjoy the convenience of a private bathroom, kitchenette, and a comfortable queen size bed. Stay entertained with a flat-screen TV, and feel at home with amenities such as a refrigerator, microwave, toaster, and free toiletries. Perfect for a couple's getaway!

Guest reviews

8.5

821 reviews

Categories of assessments

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Comfort

Location

Facilities

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Value for money

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Featured reviews:

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Katharina

10

December 2023

We stayed at a lot of lovely places throughout our NZ trip and had some really nice hosts but Carly and KB were just beyond comparison. They recently took over the motel and turned it into this wonderful oasis! The rooms are well equipped and very clean, the outside areas are nicely decorated and we could use the BBQ as well as the spa both of which were great! The best part though were our great hosts! They are the kindest people, so caring and always take time for a chat with their guests. Upon our arrival they had put some Christmas biscuits in the room and we even received a little gift from them. It was just the sweetest thing! You can really feel their passion for what they do and we highly recommend everyone who is in the area to stay with them!

There’s nothing that we didn’t like!

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Nicky

9.1

January 2024

Spacious rooms and the motel has been beautifully maintained. It's a little hidden oasis in the courtyard. The new owners were lovely and incredibly helpful. They did an amazing job at what is probably their busiest time of the year!

If you are not used to traffic noise, take your ear plugs. It is very noisy on the street side. It is located right by a roundabout on a busy road and the noise mainly came from boy racers or trucks accelerating out of the roundabout. We were there for new years though so traffic numbers were probably tripled.

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Stuart

8.2

January 2024

The owner was instantly likeable and his advice on different places to visit during our stay. The French doors for our room were great and allowed us to easily cool the room. The proximity to the beach is also a HUGE bonus.

Sadly no air conditioning (but grateful for being able to open the French doors) and the bathroom was a bit of a tight space and it felt as though the bathroom needed to be about a foot bigger in each direction. The only other gripe was not really having easily accessible charging locations

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Amanda

10

March 2024

Everything! It s a little gem. The owners were so welcoming and justifiably proud of what they have done in a short period of time. Each studio has a lovely little garden area which is great for relaxing/ eating. Very well equipped and amazing bed! Managed to get in the spa pool which was in a really lovely private garden area. Extra towels provided. The town and beach a 10 to 15 minute easy walk away. Really enjoyed our stay.

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Tania

8.2

May 2023

Staff were very friendly and helpful, especially with advice about hiring kayaks. The room was large with good shower and small kitchenette.

Unfortunately the bed was too soft, sinking in parts and my partner was unable to sleep as a result of the lack of spring support. I was disappointed to learn that the spa was unable to be used on the one night of our stay even though it was meant to be open (understanding that it was to be cleaned for the next day, it did not help us given we were only there for the 1 night)

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John

10

November 2023

'KB', mein host, was most welcoming, on my arrival. Due to low midweek occupancy, my room was upgraded and the views from both windows were great. There was a large table under one window, so i requested to stay a further night, so i could have a writing/office day in such a wonderful room (Suite 23). There were several ranks of shops down the road and KB was very helpful in advising where to go - including which beach for a swim!

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Michael

9.1

January 2023

Whangamata was a bit of a random choice - we booked very late - but the Southpacific Motel was a real treat. Rather than being a classic motel with all the rooms facing onto parked cars, the rooms open into a really nice courtyard garden (with a hot tub tucked away in a private corner). We really liked the room - well-equipped kitchen - and it was very easy to find our way to the beach and the shops. Nice and quiet. And the owner was a star - he was friendly and welcoming and gave us some essential advice about timing our drive back to Auckland.

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Dave

9.1

January 2024

Very friendly helpful hosts. Great location. Really enjoyed the little seating area under the umbrellas. Lovely gardens to look out at.

We would have really loved to have air conditioning. It was very hot weather when we were there and as much as we were thankful to have a fan, we really struggled with the heat at night. That is why we have not rated excellent on everything.

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Stephen

8.2

September 2023

everything was as or better than expected

perhaps some form of discount for not staying the 3rd night as the way it turned out we could have gone home after 2nd night. Did'nt expect full refund for 3rd night as i know we wanted to leave about 3pm and there was some inconvenience but travelling on the Sunday was a lot more appealing than the Monday. Not a biggie and would definately stay again.

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Pauline

10

January 2023

Nice location. The room was lovely and it was nice and quiet. Easy to sleep at night as no noise at all. The facilities were excellent and the room was large. The sheets and towels were gorgeous - very comfortable to sleep and shower with. Teas and coffee and shampoo and body wash etc were plentiful. Fresh Milk was supplied for hot drinks. overall a lovely stay. And the staff were excellent and very friendly. My daughter lost a necklace there and the staff kindly rang us when it was found. All round excellent service.

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Points of Interest Around Southpacific Motel

Attractions

Cathedral Cove

26.9mi

Amenities of Southpacific Motel

Free parking

Free wifi

Beach

Air conditioning

Private entrance

Parking On Site

Beach umbrellas

Kitchenware

Kitchenette

Picnic area

Garden

View

Free toiletries

Stay rules - Southpacific Motel

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Reservations

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - Southpacific Motel

What's the check-in and check-out schedule at Southpacific Motel?

Southpacific Motel's check-in window is between 02:00 PM and 07:00 PM, with check-out required by 10:00 AM.

Is vehicle parking offered by Southpacific Motel?

Yes, the Southpacific Motel offers parking to its guests. The parking is on-site and is provided free of charge. It is a public parking area, and no reservation is required.

How much does a stay at Southpacific Motel cost?

Starting prices for Southpacific Motel are around $108. This may vary based on room categories and travel dates. To confirm rates, please provide your stay dates.

What types of rooms does Southpacific Motel offer?

The Southpacific Motel offers a variety of room types including King Studios, Superior King Studios, One-Bedroom Apartments, Twin Studios, Standard Apartments, Family Suites, Studio - Disability Access, and Queen Studios. Smoking is not allowed in any of the rooms. The rooms accommodate between 2 and 4 adults, and some rooms can accommodate 1 or 2 children. The bed sizes range from King size beds to Twin beds, with some rooms also featuring Queen size beds.

What activities does Southpacific Motel offer?

Guests at Southpacific Motel can spend their time enjoying various leisure amenities available at the hotel. They can relax at the beach, soaking up the sun and taking refreshing swims in the ocean. The hotel also has beach umbrellas to provide shade for guests.

For those who love golf, there is a golf course conveniently located at the hotel. Guests can practice their swings and enjoy a game of golf in a picturesque setting.

To unwind after a long day, guests can take advantage of the hot tub/Jacuzzi facilities at the hotel. They can relax their muscles and relieve stress in the soothing waters of the hot tub.

Additionally, the hotel offers BBQ facilities for guests who enjoy cooking and outdoor dining. They can gather with friends and family, grill their favorite meals, and savor delicious food in a pleasant outdoor atmosphere.

Are both cash and credit cards valid payment options at Southpacific Motel?

Yes, both cash and credit cards are valid payment options at Southpacific Motel.