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Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery

3.0 star property
Motel in Piopio with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant

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Exterior
Queen & Single Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior detail
Daily continental breakfast (NZD 10.00 per person)
Garden

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
12 Ruru Street, Piopio, Waikato, 3912
  • Te Kuititanga-O-Nga-Whakaaro
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Waitomo Glowworm Caves
    ‪40 min drive‬
  • Aranui Cave
    ‪43 min drive‬

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Room options

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Queen & Single Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen & Single Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Twin Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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King + Sofa Bed | Free WiFi, bed sheets

King + Sofa Bed

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Queen Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Piopio

Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery places you 7.9 mi (12.8 km) from Tainui Historical Society Museum. This 3-star motel has 10 rooms and welcomes guests with a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Te Kuititanga-O-Nga-Whakaaro - 21 min drive - 17.2 miles
  • Big Shearer - 21 min drive - 17.2 miles
  • Altura Gardens & Wildlife Park - 39 min drive - 30.9 miles
  • Waitomo Glowworm Caves - 40 min drive - 31.4 miles
  • Woodlyn Park - 40 min drive - 31.4 miles

Getting around

  • Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) - 163 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fat Pigeon Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Piopio Cosmopolitan Club - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Piopio Berry Orchard - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cloverleaf Cafe - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery

Motel in Piopio with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant
At Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, a meeting room, and express check-in. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the accommodations. Additional amenities include express check-out, laundry facilities, and a banquet hall.
Flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Coffee makers and free toiletries are other standard amenities.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available for a fee: NZD 10 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting room

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.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets (service animals welcome)

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 10.00 per person

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking, along with a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Owls Nest Motel Piopio
Owls Nest Motel
Owls Nest Piopio
Owls Nest Motel
Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery Motel
Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery Piopio
Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery Motel Piopio

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery?

Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery?

As of May 28, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery on Jun 6, 2025 start from $57.37, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Will I be able to park at Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel. Accessible parking and electric car charging are also available for guests.

Does Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery feature a casino?

No, Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Is Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery a good place to stay for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a bar, a restaurant, and a garden at this motel.

Are there hot tubs at Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this motel.

Does Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery serves continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery.

Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 94 out of 182 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 67 out of 182 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 182 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 182 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 182 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Welcoming, clean and comfortable. Great for an easy overnight stop
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Phil

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to places we were looking for
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

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

Perfect Little Motel

Comfortable, friendly, convenient, and inexpensive.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good bed good food good people
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Irene

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sven

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stop over accomodation
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

E Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property suited just fine for an overnight stay. We were unable to dine at the adjacent restaurant as they were having a Christmas function. However, there was a cafe open in the village.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lester

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Andy

Liked: Staff & service
The location suited us well. We had a larger room than requested which was a bonus. The complimentary cereal or toast in the morning was a great addition, unexpected. There were some aspects we cannot ignore; the broken soap dish in the shower had sharp edges and cut me when I slipped; the key to the door also opened the internal door to the adjoining room ... worrying if you were in the internal room; the cups and crockery could benefit from a good dishwasher wash. Nothing was that bad that we wouldn’t stay there again, but a few small improvements could really help.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sanjeeva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic place to stay like staying with old friends Food and service out of this world Highly recomend staying here
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

JANE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A delightful stay. Everything exceeded expectations.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was hassle free and easy. Our room was spotlessly clean and perfectly adequate for our needs, which was just somewhere to sleep. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Could not fault the fat owl, it was a beautiful little motel in a small country town. Friendly staff, beautiful gardens, lovely kitchen and all the amenities we needed. Loved the restaurant next door. Good value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Takako

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
room is very clean!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Bob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
all good thanks
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quick stopover stay. Nice and cosy and clean. Good pub for dinner next door. Have stayed before and will stay again. Could do with a shelf or hooks in the bathroom but other than that it was fine.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

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