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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
Bar (on property)
1 bedroom Spa Suite | View from room
Seasonal outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, sun loungers
Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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349A Maunganui Road, Tauranga, 3116
  • Place, Blake Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Maunganui Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Mount Maunganui
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tauranga (TRG)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom Spa Suite | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

1 bedroom Spa Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 473 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Executive King Studio | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Executive King Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Twin Room, 2 Double Beds | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Executive Twin Room, 2 Double Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 322 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Studio, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Tauranga

Located in Mount Maunganui, Baywatch Motor Inn is within a mile (2 km) of popular sights such as Maunganui Beach and Mount Hot Pools. This 17-room, 4-star motel has in-room conveniences like kitchenettes, refrigerators, and microwaves.
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What's nearby

  • Blake Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Maunganui Beach - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Pilot Bay Beach - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Mount Hot Pools - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Mount Maunganui - 7 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Tauranga (TRG) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mount Mellick - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Burgerfuel Mount Maunganui - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Latitude 37 - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Baywatch Motor Inn

Motel with a seasonal outdoor pool, near Maunganui Beach
Guests of Baywatch Motor Inn enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a seasonal outdoor pool, and laundry facilities. Staff members are on hand to provide luggage storage and a safe deposit box at the front desk. This smoke-free motel also has a garden.
TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include kitchenettes, refrigerators, and microwaves.
Recreational amenities at the motel include a seasonal outdoor pool.

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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 30.0 per day
  • This property doesn't allow children 9 and younger (only guests older than 9 are allowed)

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 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

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, 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
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • At check-in, guests must provide either a negative COVID-19 test result or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination.
  • The 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.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The motel can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • The seasonal pool is open from November to April.
  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No alcohol is served at Baywatch Motor Inn.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

National rating

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

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

Are free cancellation options available at Baywatch Motor Inn?

Baywatch Motor Inn offers free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do around Baywatch Motor Inn?

This motel is situated in Mount Maunganui within a short 4-minute walk of Bay of Plenty and also 10 minutes on foot from Blake Park. You'll also find Maunganui Beach and Pilot Bay Beach less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Baywatch Motor Inn?

No, there isn't parking at this motel.

Does Baywatch Motor Inn have a casino?

No, Baywatch Motor Inn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Baywatch Motor Inn?

No, this motel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have access between 8:00 AM and 8:00 PM and the seasonal pool is normally open from November until April.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Baywatch Motor Inn?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this motel include a kitchenette, premium bedding, and free Internet access.

Does Baywatch Motor Inn have a hot tub?

Yes, some guestrooms at this motel feature private spa tubs.

Does Baywatch Motor Inn have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Baywatch Motor Inn offers a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Does Baywatch Motor Inn allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Baywatch Motor Inn.

Are there connecting rooms at Baywatch Motor Inn?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Baywatch Motor Inn?

The closest major airport to Baywatch Motor Inn is Tauranga (TRG), which is 2.8 mi away (9 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Baywatch Motor Inn?

No, at Baywatch Motor Inn, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Reviews

Baywatch Motor Inn Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 206 out of 309 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 89 out of 309 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 309 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 309 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 309 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Location Excellent Tv way too small and dated
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with partner
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

8/10 Good

Harry

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

10/10 Excellent

William

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

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

Great place to stay

Great place to stay. Right in town. Room was nice and beds really comfortable. Host was friendly and welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicki

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

10/10 Excellent

Martyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dermot

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glen

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

8/10 Good

Andrew

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

10/10 Excellent

JAMIE

Traveled with group
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

Daniel

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian and Lesley

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
ould recommend a stay here. We also had family in another unit and it was excellent access. Very clean and Leo on reception was helpful and friendly. Plenty of space in unit and great to have large window looking out on street. Will stay again if in Mt Maunganui. 5 stars out of five!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 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

Linda

Traveled with partner
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

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
N/A
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

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

Karen

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Christine

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

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

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

8/10 Good

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Ray

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
handy
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

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