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Coachman Motel

3.0 star property
Motel in Taihape with free parking

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Family Unit 1 | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Exterior
Queen Room 1 | Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Deluxe Studio, Hot Tub | Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Deluxe Studio, Hot Tub | Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
The Coachman Motel offers genuine home comforts that matter most to travelers. Guests can keep clothes fresh with on-site laundry facilities, stay connected with complimentary in-room WiFi, and store luggage securely when exploring the area.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Queen Room 1 | Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Room 1

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Executive Studio Unit | Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive Studio Unit

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Stovetop
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Studio, Hot Tub | Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Studio, Hot Tub

Highlights

Private hot tub
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Disability Access Room | Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Disability Access Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Stovetop
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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King Room | Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

King Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Unit 1 | Living room | Flat-screen TV

Family Unit 1

Highlights

Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Stovetop
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Queen Room 2 | Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Room 2

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Family Unit 2 | Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Unit 2

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Taihape is home to Coachman Motel. Mount Ruapehu and Ratana Church are two other places to visit that come recommended.
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SH 1, Main Rd Nth, Taihape, Manawatu-Wanganui, 4720

What's nearby

  • Taihape Gumboot - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Mt Stewart Reserve - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Taihape Town Hall - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Mangaweka Adventure Co - - 8 min drive - 6.9 miles
  • National Army Museum Te Mata Toa - 24 min drive - 22.2 miles

Getting around

  • Whanganui (WAG) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Brown Sugar Cafe - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Soul Cafe - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Gretna Hotel And Pub - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Al Centro - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Coachman Motel

Property highlights
Coachman Motel provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Outdoor furniture, smoke-free premises, and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at Coachman Motel include amenities such as free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Heating and fans
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Fan
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 20.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 20.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 20.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 20.0 per night

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Coachman Motel Taihape
Coachman Taihape
Coachman Motel Motel
Coachman Motel Taihape
Coachman Motel Motel Taihape

Frequently asked questions

Is Coachman Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Coachman Motel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Coachman Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Coachman Motel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Coachman Motel located?

Situated in Taihape, this motel is in the same region as Mount Ruapehu.

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Reviews

Coachman Motel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.6

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.2

Eco-friendliness

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 97 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 43 out of 97 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 97 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 97 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 97 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Wenz

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Dated but very clean and maintained. Perfect for a night stop over.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Paula

Liked: Amenities
We arrived late and walked into a lovely warm room, that was very much appreciated.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great overnight stop, would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All we wanted, very convenient location, well equipped. Would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ivy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place clean and lovely staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All very nice ,great staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alan, DULLES

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service was great, four of us all felt comfortable, room clean, small kitchenette perfect, friendly and helpful owner
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient - hosts are thoughtful and kind.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stop over. Travelled with fiance and our 6yo, and the unit was clean, tidy and gave us all some space to ourselves.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maurice

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

Stopover on a longer trip.

Had difficulty with booking. The cleaning lady ovrtseeing the place was very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Would like shower gel in the shower.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Paddy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was just an overnight stop to break the drive between Auckland and Wellington and was adequate for purpose

10/10 Excellent

Goretti

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely, friendly hostess greeted us upon arrival, gave us the key and showed us our room. The location is very handy to all amenities, 2 minutes drive to the local shopping centre, nice restaurants, New World for snacks and drinks, right on State highway 1 for easy access. Cleanliness is tops, bed very comfortable, compliments to the hosts and we shall return soon.

8/10 Good

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed here before, its a good location for traveling the island between centers, just out of town. The downside is the volume of heavy trucks on the main road outside late at night. Reasonably priced and same standards as most other motels for the price. There is a good restaurant close by for dinner, good menue and a welcoming roaring fire, in winter.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Beth

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
So close to main road traffic noise is constant through the night …… take ear plugs! Otherwise a very pleasant stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Travel break

Easy friendly check in. Lovely clean room and good facilities. Road noise a problem, I came prepared with ear plugs and got a reasonable night's sleep. - almost needs triple glazing to help and a door that blocks out noise. Apart from that I have stayed here 2-3 times and always enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
By the side of the highway so take ear plugs! Cheap noisy plastic toilet seat. Good basic motel accommodation.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Raewyn and Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was clean

8/10 Good

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was in a good location for an overnight stay but extremely noisy as it is on a main trucking route. The noise didn't stop until midnight!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Phillippa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Ok
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne

It was unfortunate the person on duty was too busy to talk or welcome us. She may have had an off day
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cosy, warm unit, and a comfortable bed and pillows. A bit of road noise but it didn't stop us sleeping. Shower okay but maybe needs some attention to the spray distribution
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui

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

Good value

We had everything we needed, and it was a good price. All nice and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Davina

Cosy a little tired
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Accommodation great Dinning out not many opportunities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

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