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Baywatch Motor Inn

4.0 star property
Motel with a seasonal outdoor pool, near Maunganui Beach

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Exterior
Seasonal outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, sun loungers
Bar (on property)
1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk
1 bedroom Spa Suite | View from room
Baywatch Motor Inn, minutes from Mount Maunganui Beach, offers a peaceful base for coastal exploration. Enjoy the garden setting, laundry facilities, and a pool with sun loungers. Rooms feature WiFi for planning your next day's adventures.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Room options

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1 bedroom Spa Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

1 bedroom Spa Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
  • 44 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Executive King Studio | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Executive King Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Twin Room, 2 Double Beds | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Executive Twin Room, 2 Double Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Superior Studio, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Mount Maunganui, a neighborhood in Tauranga, Baywatch Motor Inn is in the entertainment district and near the beach. Mount Hot Pools and Tenpin Tauranga are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Maunganui Beach and Mount Maunganui. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Tauranga Domain or Mercury Baypark.
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Map
349A Maunganui Road, Tauranga, 3116

What's nearby

  • Blake Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Maunganui Beach - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Mount Hot Pools - 3 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Tauranga Domain - 7 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Mount Maunganui - 8 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Tauranga (TRG) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Mount Mellick - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Latitude 37 - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Gratitude Eatery - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Baywatch Motor Inn

Upscale motel near Maunganui Beach
Located close to Mount Hot Pools and Mount Maunganui, Baywatch Motor Inn provides a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Swimming pool along with sun loungers
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), a seasonal outdoor pool, and a front-desk safe
  • Smoke-free premises and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at Baywatch Motor Inn feature perks such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, kitchenettes, and refrigerators

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: NZD 19.50 to 24.50 per person

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers

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

  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (7:30 AM - 8:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8:30 AM - 8 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
At check-in, guests must provide either a negative COVID-19 test result or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
Negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 10 and up, and test must have been administered no more than 48 hours prior to check-in; COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up; guests must have received complete vaccination at least 30 days prior to check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 9 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 9 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 30.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately NZD 19.50 to 24.50 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 30.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 percent

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, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

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
The seasonal pool will be open from November to April
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Children 9 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not served at this property

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Baywatch Motor
Baywatch Motor Inn
Baywatch Motor Inn Mount Maunganui
Baywatch Motor Mount Maunganui
Baywatch Motor Inn Motel
Baywatch Motor Inn Tauranga
Baywatch Motor Inn Motel Tauranga

Frequently asked questions

Does Baywatch Motor Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–8:00 PM.

Is Baywatch Motor Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Baywatch Motor Inn?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Baywatch Motor Inn?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Baywatch Motor Inn?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Baywatch Motor Inn located?

Located in Mount Maunganui, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Maunganui Beach and Mount Hot Pools. Mount Maunganui and Tauranga Domain are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Baywatch Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 202 out of 303 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 87 out of 303 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 303 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 303 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 303 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved how it was walking distance to the shops , bars and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
So clean and the bed was extremely comfortable. The owner was lovely and super helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location and well priced
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great position, well equipped comfy room..Helpful staff..
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here 1 night and we loved it. Room was very spacious and well maintained and presented. The spa bath was a bonus. Easy parking and very convenient and walkable to shops and the beach. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fritz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We liked the location, room is very clean, parking is great, will be back and recommending to others.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed overnight stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent accommodation great place to stay thank you
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

JAMIE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely service - big room. Clean and great location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were nice and friendly and the place was clean and tidy. Thanks for a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay here, very convenient to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were freindly
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location,staff more than happy to accommodate us with our needs on the checkin day, room was clean and nice size and had everything we needed,loved the plunge pool for a good wake-up swim and location right before town to walk down for breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good size room and great location
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Abbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient central location for a weekend stay, close to beach, shops, restaurants, hotpools. Spotless apartment, great spa bath and super friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was great - spacious and clean. Definitely worth the money.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Harry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No further comments.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Shahid

Disliked: Amenities
Good to stay for a overnight sleep Rooms was large and clean
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean

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

Quality accommodation

Excellent location and excellent standard.Would definitely return
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Locky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location to the Mount and dinning options close by
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing service, amazing location, will recommend to friends and family. I will definitely book a room here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice clean property and staff, safe off road parking as well
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

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