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Albatross Motel

4.0 star property
Waterfront motel with a seasonal outdoor pool and a hot tub

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Studio Twin | Private kitchen | Microwave, toaster, cookware/dishes/utensils
Studio Twin | Private kitchen | Microwave, toaster, cookware/dishes/utensils
Seasonal outdoor pool
Premium Studio | Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Studio Twin | Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Studio Twin

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
  • 19.2 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Premium Studio | Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Premium Studio

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Smart TV
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Studio Double

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
  • 19.2 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 King Bed

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One Bedroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace

One Bedroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Smart TV
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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Two Bedroom Apartment | Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Two Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Smart TV
  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
56 Meeanee Quay, Westshore, Westshore, Napier, 4110

What's nearby

  • Marine Parade - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Ocean Spa - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • National Aquarium of New Zealand - 6 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Mission Estate Winery - 8 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Church Road Winery - 9 min drive - 5.6 miles

Getting around

  • Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay) - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Burgerfuel Napier - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sideline Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Albatross Motel

Upscale motel near Napier Beach
Located close to Ahuriri Estuary and Pandora Pond, Albatross Motel provides a terrace, laundry facilities, and a hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, outdoor furniture, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage and barbecue grills
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
  • 32-inch Smart TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, kitchenettes, and microwaves

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • In a provincial park
  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laundry detergent

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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

The front desk is open Monday - Thursday (8:00 AM - 8:00 PM) and Friday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 9:00 PM)
Guests will receive an email 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 20.00 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 20.00 per stay

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from October to March
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

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Albatross Motel Napier
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Frequently asked questions

Does Albatross Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

Is Albatross Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Albatross Motel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Albatross Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Albatross Motel?

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

Where is Albatross Motel located?

Located in Westshore, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Ahuriri Estuary and Pandora Pond. National Tobacco Company Building and McLean Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Albatross Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 214 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 91 out of 214 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 214 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 214 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 214 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10

Less than 5 minutes drive from Napier Airport, the Albatross Motel is also a close drive to central Napier, restaurants near Ahuriri, and the Esk Valley wine region as well as being across the road from the Ahuriri Lagoon and its walks. Great to stay here again and would be happy to stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Close to Fishing village. Comfortable stay
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Room was kept very clean by friendly and hard working housekeeping staff. There is a dedicated parking space for each room so no issues finding a parking spot. Would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

i loved that the room was perfectly self contained with plates, bowls, cooker and when we wanted an iron the guy brought one ot use with a smile. Really lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

All was beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10

Friendly, helpful staff, clean and tidy, short drive to ahuriri and town centre. Good value for money. Lovely pool
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10

Good
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10

We stayed in 1 of the seperate 1brm units. Very fresh and tidy to walk into. Very quiet with no road noise. New owners are welcoming and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

Great space
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10

Wonderful friendly welcome on checkin
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10

Great stay, very comfortable bed, very clean, good location for bike riding, excellent restaurant - Habitat just down the road
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10

Very accommodating, the Host was awesome and we had a wonderful time there.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

8/10

Great place to stay. Very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10

Staff were very friendly and it was very clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10

It was a nice place to stay. The reception staff was nice. There is a nice walking track close by.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10

A nice pub nearby
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10

Very clean and quiet. Good parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10

It was good only short stay for a date 2nights pub down road was good...
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

6/10

Bathrooms floor was extremely slippery and hard to work the shower, hot and cold. Poor drainage, need rubber mats.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10

Easy walking distance to the beach and walking track opposite the motel and a country pub restaurant on corner. Clean tidy units and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10

Great parking heaps of parking across the road if you need trailer park. The bed was uncomfortable, hard as a board.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

Very clean and tidy. Lovely pool and spa on a hot day, towells provided. Easy walk into town for a vast array of eateries.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10

Great welcoming staff