Gateway Motor Inn Mt Maunganui

2.5 star property
Motel in Tauranga with free parking

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Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Free self parking
Check-in/check-out kiosk
One Bedroom Unit | Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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593 Maunganui Road, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, 3116
  • Place, Mercury Baypark
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Tauranga Domain
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Maunganui Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tauranga (TRG)
    ‪19 min walk‬

Room options

Twin Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Executive Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

One Bedroom Unit

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds OR 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

Studio

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Two Bedroom Unit

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Tauranga

Located in Mount Maunganui within a short walk of Mount Maunganui Golf Club, Gateway Motor Inn Mt Maunganui is within a mile (2 km) of Bayfair Shopping Centre. This 17-room motel has in-room conveniences like kitchenettes, refrigerators, and microwaves.

What's nearby

  • Mercury Baypark - 2 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Blake Park - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Tauranga Domain - 6 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Maunganui Beach - 7 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Mount Maunganui - 13 min drive - 4.0 miles

Getting around

  • Tauranga (TRG) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bake Shack - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Fusion Coffee - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Rising Tide - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Kawakawa - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Gateway Motor Inn Mt Maunganui

Motel in Tauranga with free parking
Guests staying at Gateway Motor Inn Mt Maunganui enjoy free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and a garden. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. Helpful staff can provide dry cleaning/laundry services, luggage storage, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. This smoke-free motel also has barbecue grills.
Flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Other standard amenities include kitchenettes, refrigerators, and microwaves.

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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
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

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
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 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 - Saturday (8 AM - 9 PM) and Sunday - Sunday (8 AM - 8 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 7 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for NZD 56.50 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 25.00 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: NZD 56.50 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 25.00 per stay
  • 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
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-9:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free parking.

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, debit cards, and cash.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Gateway Motor Inn Mt Maunganui
Gateway Motor Inn
Gateway Motor Mt Maunganui
Gateway Motor Inn Mt Maunganui Motel
Gateway Motor Inn Mt Maunganui Tauranga
Gateway Motor Inn Mt Maunganui Motel Tauranga

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Gateway Motor Inn Mt Maunganui?

Gateway Motor Inn Mt Maunganui offers free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Gateway Motor Inn Mt Maunganui?

As of Oct 7, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gateway Motor Inn Mt Maunganui on Oct 8, 2025 start from $96.48, 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.

What is there to do within easy reach of Gateway Motor Inn Mt Maunganui?

This motel is situated in Mount Maunganui within a short 15-minute walk of Bayfair Shopping Centre and also 14 minutes on foot from Mount Maunganui Golf Club. You'll also find Mount Maunganui and Blake Park within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Gateway Motor Inn Mt Maunganui?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Gateway Motor Inn Mt Maunganui include a casino?

No, Gateway Motor Inn Mt Maunganui doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Gateway Motor Inn Mt Maunganui?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Gateway Motor Inn Mt Maunganui?

Couples staying at this motel will value amenities like a kitchenette, jetted bathtubs in some guestrooms, as well as a garden.

Are there hot tubs at Gateway Motor Inn Mt Maunganui?

No, but this motel offers jetted bathtubs in some guestrooms.

Does Gateway Motor Inn Mt Maunganui feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Gateway Motor Inn Mt Maunganui doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Gateway Motor Inn Mt Maunganui allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Gateway Motor Inn Mt Maunganui for a fee of NZD 56.50 per accommodation, per stay.

Are there connecting rooms at Gateway Motor Inn Mt Maunganui?

Yes, this motel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How far is the airport from Gateway Motor Inn Mt Maunganui?

The closest major airport to Gateway Motor Inn Mt Maunganui is Tauranga (TRG), which is within a mile.

Are there rooms with balconies at Gateway Motor Inn Mt Maunganui?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Gateway Motor Inn Mt Maunganui.

Gateway Motor Inn Mt Maunganui Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 130 out of 311 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 128 out of 311 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 311 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 311 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 311 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Hayden

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Interesting experience....
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Gabrielle

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
For a group perfect. Unit clean on arrival could do with a few updates though.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Great people. Clean.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suze

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room - very clean and tidy. Managers lovely!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quite until the train went past
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noeline

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would stay there agai
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service when contacted Gateway to say I would be late night check in, they arranged my room to be easily accessible and the room was clean and comfortable. AAAA
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Angelique

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
A very average motel. Needs some maintenance but handy location. Sofa bed Couch smelt and had marks on it.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Roy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the waterfront and Mt Maunganui.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve and Marion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Emily

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaya

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

6/10 Okay

Alan

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hosts, tha ks for a great stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

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

8/10 Good

Graeme JE

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

8/10 Good

Nicola

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
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Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryce

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

8/10 Good

Kirk

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

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

su

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Everything is ok
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024