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Blue Haven Motel

Property class: 3

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A wide sandy beach with gentle waves, a clear sky, and distant mountains. - Blue Haven Motel (Tauranga)
A two-story Blue Haven Motel with a flat roof, large garage doors, and a covered parking area. - Blue Haven Motel (Tauranga)
A reception desk with a wooden sign, a welcome sign, a QR code, and a plant. - Blue Haven Motel (Tauranga)
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Located close to Blake Park and Mount Maunganui, Blue Haven Motel provides a garden, a playground, and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry

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Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, two chairs, a framed picture on the wall, and a door leading outside.

One Bedroom Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(30 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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A bed with a wooden headboard, blue and white pillows, and a dark striped bedspread.

Large King Studio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, a window with curtains, and a view of the outside.

Large Queen Studio

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a small kitchenette, and artwork on the walls.

Small Studio

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(28 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs (free), WiFi (free)

One Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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A room with a bed, a TV, a sofa, a chair, and a small table.

Large King Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs (free), WiFi (free)

Small Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Located near the beach, Blue Haven Motel is in Mount Maunganui, a neighborhood in Tauranga. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Blake Park and Mount Maunganui. The Elms Mission House is another place to visit that comes recommended. Windsurfing and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Tauranga travel guide
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10 Tweed Street, Tauranga, 3116

What's nearby

  • Blake Park
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • beach near Blake Park
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Mount Surf Museum
    19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Mount Maunganui Golf Club
    4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Omanu Beach
    6 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Tauranga (TRG)
    4 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Rising Tide
    18 min walk
  • McDonald's
    14 min walk
  • Bake Shack
    3 min drive
  • Fife Lane Kitchen & Bar
    2 min walk
  • Thai2Go Restaurant and Takeaways
    2 min walk

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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
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Playground

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • No housekeeping service

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • 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 parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • iPod dock
  • Netflix
  • TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Between December 23 and January 15, the minimum age to check in is 26.
Guests requiring an early or late check-in must contact the property prior to arrival.

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
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 25.0 per day
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

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Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 25.0 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 credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Frequently asked questions

Is Blue Haven Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Blue Haven Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Blue Haven Motel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Blue Haven Motel located?

Located in Mount Maunganui, this motel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Blake Park and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Mount Maunganui. The Elms Mission House is 3.4 mi (5.4 km) away.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Blue Haven Motel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

9.4

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 263 out of 497 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 183 out of 497 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 497 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 497 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 497 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Davelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and accomodating staff, clean room, and proximity to tourist attractions
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great wee property. Close to the beach and has everything you need. Really friendly staff. New World supermarket across the road so that is very handy.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Cleo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room was spotlessly clean and tidy, great parking and fantastic staff. Second time staying here and would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good location, clean and very friendly staff, big rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Anna

Parking was easy and secure No staff interaction but pleasant on phone Clean Dated kitchen but absolutely fine
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

John Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check-in was easy, the place is quiet and the room is nicely prepared.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great weekend stay at Blue Haven. Spacious and clean room with all necessary amenities including kitchen. Good location, short drive to Mt Manganui centre and very close to NW supermarket.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Marcus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great value in Mount Maunganui handy to shops, etc. Very clean and tidy too.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were incredibly accomodating. Due to the severe weather in the area I was offered an early check in. Quiet and clean rooms. Great location and close to restaurants, cafes and supermarket.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, clean, comfortable, good supplies.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Great location, friendly staff, clean accomodation.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our 3rd stay here, perfect location for our visits to the area
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jenia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly staff, clean room, not far away from airports
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room with everything you need.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location and facilities.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, cosy and lovely staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tino

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

graeme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Booked at last moment the room was spotless kitchen and bathroom clean as.plus bed comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean & tidy. Staff were lovely, close to shops & were we had to go. Couldn't believe it had a full oven 👌
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cleo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay, room was spotless, location was brilliant. Would recommend, and would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Room comfort
Was for a sporting event..............good location
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great friendly staff, clean and comfortable room
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hayden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly people nice place to stay close to everything highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable, quiet stay clise to beach and short drive to the mount.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Old Motel but clean room and very comfy bed. Couple of very good eating options around the corner.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025