Vacation packages
Stays
Cars
Flights
Support
AARP Member Savings
My Trips
AARP.org
Join
Renew

Bennetts Tauranga Motor Inn

3.0 star property
Motel in Tauranga with free parking

Choose dates to view prices

Located in the heart of Tauranga South, Bennetts Tauranga Motor Inn provides a peaceful setting with its garden and outdoor pool. Guests stay connected with in-room WiFi, store luggage securely, and park for free. Previous visitors consistently praise the welcoming staff.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 4 of 4 rooms

View all photos for Family Apartment, Private Pool

Family Apartment, Private Pool | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, electric kettle

Family Apartment, Private Pool

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Private pool
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Large Family Unit, Maxi Spa Bath

Large Family Unit, Maxi Spa Bath | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Large Family Unit, Maxi Spa Bath

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Fan
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed and 3 Twin Beds

View all photos for Thermal Family Unit, Private Pool

Thermal Family Unit, Private Pool | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Thermal Family Unit, Private Pool

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Private pool
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Beds

View all photos for Family Unit, Private Pool

Family Unit, Private Pool | Living room

Family Unit, Private Pool

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Private pool
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Separate bedroom
Fan
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
2 Fifteenth Avenue, Tauranga, 3112

What's nearby

  • Tauranga Domain - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Fernland Spa - 6 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Mercury Baypark - 9 min drive - 7.1 miles
  • Blake Park - 11 min drive - 6.0 miles
  • Mount Maunganui - 19 min drive - 8.0 miles

Getting around

  • Tauranga (TRG) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pita Pit - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tauranga Citizens' Club - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Sierra Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Bennetts Tauranga Motor Inn

Motel located in Tauranga South
At Bennetts Tauranga Motor Inn, you can look forward to a garden, laundry facilities, and conference space. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises, a front-desk safe, and free newspapers
  • Tour/ticket assistance, a banquet hall, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Bennetts Tauranga Motor Inn feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and fans
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • Kitchenettes, refrigerators, and microwaves

Similar properties

Garden

18th Avenue Thermal Motel

  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
7.8 out of 10, Good, 246 reviews
18th Avenue Thermal Motel

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 538 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

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 (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 3 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
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

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 20.0 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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 20.0 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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Bennetts Motor Inn
Bennetts Thermal Pools Motor
Bennetts Thermal Pools Motor Inn
Bennetts Thermal Pools Motor Inn Tauranga
Bennetts Thermal Pools Motor Tauranga
Bennetts Thermal Pools Motor Inn
Bennetts Tauranga Motor Inn Motel
Bennetts Tauranga Motor Inn Tauranga
Bennetts Tauranga Motor Inn Motel Tauranga

Frequently asked questions

Does Bennetts Tauranga Motor Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Bennetts Tauranga Motor Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Bennetts Tauranga Motor Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Bennetts Tauranga Motor Inn?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Bennetts Tauranga Motor Inn?

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

Where is Bennetts Tauranga Motor Inn located?

Located in Tauranga South, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Tenpin Tauranga and Memorial Park. Brain Watkins House and Tauranga Art Gallery are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Reviews

Bennetts Tauranga Motor Inn Reviews

7.8

Good

7.8

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.0

Eco-friendliness

7.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 94 out of 312 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 127 out of 312 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 52 out of 312 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 312 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 312 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked having a private thermal pool. I had never had that before, so that was a nice touch. The room was clean, and it was nice having clean towels and the rubbish being cleared each day. As a personal experience, the Wi-Fi was spotty, but I could at least use my laptop if my phone wasn't connecting. Other than that, it was a good experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirsty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely hosts and super clean! Yes, it's an older motel, but it was so clean and serviced daily. Really easy to find and access from a busy road, had convenient parking outside the room, and it was surprisingly quiet considering its location! Felt really safe as a woman staying on my own and the private thermal pool was a lovely treat too. Would definitely stay here again. Thanks!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Chamila de

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hot pools were amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent motel service exceptional. Bennetts has and always be my motel to stay when in Tauranga
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Amenities
Nice, private cabins. Well equipped
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were very happy with the facility. It was easy to find close to shops. Clean and tidy and the parking was great.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unit was very comfortable, great area to stay, close to shopping arwa, and just loved the Hot Pool great for relaxation especially when one is suffering from migraines.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Errol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Old, but clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Gainna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I will stay there again but next time I'm hoping the room pool is working as it's better with the pool
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Corrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Besides hearing people walking around the second floor the overall experience was good
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Jon

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Quiet accept dripping empty spa pool outside bedroom. Comfortable and clean but a bit dated and not cheap. Excellent man on the desk.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy access to my meeting requirements
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Really nice and clean, staff were pleasant and accommodating. Our only issue was that the whole upper floor got no effect from the air conditioning unit. It was crazy hot all night. Other than that the accommodation was clean and fit our needs. Thanks
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Graeme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Thin walls

Showing its age. Spa was empty. Could hear the next unit TV until after 1.30 am
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

4/10 Poor

Rakesh

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
None of toilet door has lock and toilet slide door does not close properly unsafe to use. Room back door was not lockable. Did not fell safe to sleep in that room. Poor quality of mattress. Hot pool water was sticky and stinky. We paid $350 for the room and felt ripped off.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Sonia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff are super friendly and welcoming. Some things were damaged but they didn’t impede my stay.My biggest concern was the entrance. While I am confident in mine and my partners driving skills the motel is located on a busy corner. This made it difficult and a little stressful when went entering and exiting the motels parking lot. The motel included not only a pool but private pools if you paid for them. Upon entering our room it was very clean and smelt very good. Due to the high amount of people staying it did make the wifi very slow but you are provided with a tv and sky entertainment. Overall the stay was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

2/10 Terrible

Alhaji Osman

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No refund
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Mark

Liked: Staff & service
one of the cheaper options in the area. Room very tired and dowdy. Private thermal hot pool looked inviting but we didn't have time to try it
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Property is dated but rooms are nice and clean the private pool in the room was great on a cool night
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The layout was great, even though the place was a bit dated we had everything we needed and we had a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Christina

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This property is very tired and needs to be redecorated. The thermal pool was only just warm and is very much need of a paint. I had to ask for a hair dryer as there was not one in the unit. The bench top was very worn and broken at the edges
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really liked the motel. everything was up to state and all the rooms were spotless. my favourite part of the motel was probably the private spa outside the room. I strongly recommend this motel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was amazing
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The property is older and showing signs of age, but it appears there are efforts to update it. There was quite a bit of traffic noise. The staff were very helpful and friendly. The pool was wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

  • † More information about the $50 gift card with flight package benefit may be found at: https://www.expedia-aarp.com/lp/b/vacationpackages50prepaid

  • English Copyright 1995 – 2025. All rights reserved. Use of this Web site constitutes acceptance of the Expedia User Agreement and Privacy Policy. Expedia pays a royalty fee to AARP for the use of AARP’s intellectual property. These fees are used for the general purpose of AARP. All goods or services and discounts offered via the AARP® Travel Center powered by Expedia ®, are provided by third-party suppliers. AARP and its affiliates do not endorse and are not responsible for the goods or services and discounts made available on this site. Offers are subject to change and may have restrictions. Please contact the AARP® Travel Center powered by Expedia® directly for full details. AARP and its affiliates are not insurers.