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Kauri Park Motel

4.0 star property
Motel in Kerikeri with free parking

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Property grounds
BBQ/picnic area
Executive Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Living area | TV
Premium Studio | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Kauri Park Motel offers a peaceful escape in the city center with a tranquil garden, outdoor pool, in-room WiFi, and convenient laundry facilities. Guests consistently praise the staff's genuine helpfulness.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Studio (King) | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio (King)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio (Spa bath) | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio (Spa bath)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Living area | TV

Executive Apartment, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living area | TV

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • 65 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed

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Studio (Twin) | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio (Twin)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Executive Studio | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive Studio

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Premium Studio | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Petite Studio | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Petite Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Kerikeri, Kauri Park Motel is in the city center and near the airport. Te Waimate Mission House and Hundertwasser Public Toilets are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Marsden Estate and Skindynamique Waxing & Skin Centre. Makana Confections and The Kauri Workshop are also worth visiting.
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Map
512 Kerikeri Road, Kerikeri, 0293

What's nearby

  • The Old Packhouse Market - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Makana Confections - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • The Parrot Place - 7 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Fairy Pools - 9 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Rainbow Falls - 10 min drive - 5.7 miles

Getting around

  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Phat House Brewing - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Istanbul Kebab - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Jerusalem - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Cinema - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Kauri Park Motel

Upscale motel near Bay of Islands
A terrace, a garden, and a library are just a few of the amenities provided at Kauri Park Motel. Free in-room WiFi and laundry facilities are available to all guests.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and express check-out
  • Tour/ticket assistance, a computer station, and laundry services
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Kauri Park Motel boast thoughtful touches such as furnished patios, as well as amenities like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, kitchenettes, and refrigerators

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM on request
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: NZD 17.50 for adults and NZD 17.50 for children

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 floor
  • 5 buildings
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 10 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

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 7:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 40.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 40.0 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 17.50 for adults and NZD 17.50 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 20 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • 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 40.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 40.0 per day

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 major credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

Kauri Park Motel Motel
Kauri Park Kerikeri
Kauri Park Motel
Kauri Park Motel Kerikeri
Kauri Park Motel Kerikeri
Kauri Park Motel Motel Kerikeri

Frequently asked questions

Does Kauri Park Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Kauri Park Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Kauri Park Motel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Kauri Park Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Kauri Park Motel?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Kauri Park Motel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 7:00 AM–7:00 PM on request. A fee of NZD 20 per vehicle applies.

Where is Kauri Park Motel located?

Located in the heart of Kerikeri, this motel is steps from Makana Confections and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Bay of Islands. The Old Packhouse Market and The Kauri Workshop are just steps away.

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Reviews

Kauri Park Motel Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.4

Eco-friendliness

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 379 out of 459 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 73 out of 459 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 459 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 459 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 459 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely large spacious studio, check in was a breeze even after hours. I would recommend this property.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We didn’t have breakfast Will stay again and recommend to others
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

nsyafizan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lize

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent layout for a family . Quiet , well equipped , awesome staff .
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Warm and extremely comfortable. Excellent amenities. Great parking & superb service.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place to stay and loved the spa to relax
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved our room and helpful staff. Thai restaurant next door , awesome food
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harmony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice, clean, quiet motel tucked away enough from the main road so it wasn’t noisy, close to both the airport and town centre. The staff were lovely and accomodating for us as we had a later check in. Happy with our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location very comfortable bed strongly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice garden setting
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the very central location of the property As we adventured out each day seeing the sights of what the region had to offer- finishing each day in the pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely clean room with comfortable bed and relaxing outdoor area. Felt very private. Only small downside was no oven but we enjoyed the Thai restaurant next door and the location is directly opposite a market which was also cool.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Fabulous place to stay units are great and there is plenty of room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tralee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing spot, fantastic vibes - and Toby the cat was an absolute gem!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice with a lovely garden
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great facilities and friendly owner
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great for families with kids. The facilities are clean and evergthing you need. It is quiet, private and surrounded by greenery and gardens.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

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

1 night stay in Kerikeri p

Welcoming host. Very clean and comfortable. Quiet. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place to stay, very well priced. Awesome people and very well equiped amenities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great grounds and very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Naiomi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic property nice and private. Owners are lovely and welcoming will be back highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vihanga

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and easy access to the rest of Kerikeri
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location to come and go from Kerikeri

10/10 Excellent

Daniella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great people, great place.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

patricia

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very pleasant staff and surroundings
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

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