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Mystery Creek Motel

Property class: 2

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A residential area with a grassy lawn, a wooden fence, and a row of trees in the background.
A modern building with a flat roof, large windows, and a well-maintained lawn.
A compact room with a kitchenette, a dining area with a table and chairs, a bed with a pillow, and a mirror on the wall.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a kettle, a TV, and a view of the outside.
A small, single-story building with a fenced porch, a wooden table, and two benches in a grassy yard.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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132 Mystery Creek Rd, 2, Ohaupo, Waikato, 3881
  • Place, Mystery Creek Events Centre
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Waikato River
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Kartsport Hamilton
    ‪2 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Classic Double Room

A white toilet with a paper towel holder on the wall, a blue trash bin, and a broom.

Classic Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Economy Twin Room

A white toilet with a paper towel holder on the wall, a blue trash bin, and a broom.

Economy Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 160 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A compact room with a kitchenette, a dining area with a table and chairs, a bed with a pillow, and a mirror on the wall.

Family Apartment

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Ohaupo

Located within a 5-minute walk of Mystery Creek Events Centre, Mystery Creek Motel is within a 15-minute stroll of Waikato River. This 13-room motel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and a free airport shuttle.
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What's nearby

  • Mystery Creek Events Centre - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Waikato River - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Kartsport Hamilton - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • University of Waikato - 12 min drive - 11.4 miles
  • Hamilton Gardens - 14 min drive - 10.3 miles

Getting around

  • Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Inu Cafe - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Sing Dar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Forever Bound Cafe | Tamahere - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Clementine - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Mystery Creek Motel

Guests staying at Mystery Creek Motel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and a garden. You can take advantage of free parking, along with a free airport shuttle (available 24 hours). Staff members can answer questions about accommodations, and also provide front-desk service during limited hours.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 24-inch LED TVs with satellite channels. Relax with a rainfall shower. Other amenities include microwaves, ovens, and stovetops.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Thin carpet in room

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 24-inch LED TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 2.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

  • A damage deposit of NZD 200 will be collected before check-in.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 16
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the free airport shuttle (available 24 hours). 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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property class

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

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see within easy reach of Mystery Creek Motel?

This motel is located in Ohaupo, just steps from Mystery Creek Events Centre. You'll also find Waikato River and Kartsport Hamilton less than a mile away.

How much does it cost to stay at Mystery Creek Motel?

As of Sep 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mystery Creek Motel on Sep 4, 2026 start from $71, including 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.

Is there parking available at Mystery Creek Motel?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does Mystery Creek Motel feature a casino at the property?

No, Mystery Creek Motel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Mystery Creek Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Mystery Creek Motel?

Couples staying at this motel will value amenities like a rainfall showerhead, a garden view in some guestrooms, as well as a garden.

Are there hot tubs at Mystery Creek Motel?

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

Does Mystery Creek Motel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Mystery Creek Motel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Mystery Creek Motel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Mystery Creek Motel.

Are there connecting rooms at Mystery Creek Motel?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Mystery Creek Motel?

The closest major airport to Mystery Creek Motel is Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.), which is 3 mi away (5 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Mystery Creek Motel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at Mystery Creek Motel that offer a balcony.

Mystery Creek Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, tidy and a great place to stay if you only want a bed and want to be near Mystery Creek events centre.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Trudy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were friendly and I was happy with the room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Convenient, clean and basic motel.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

tama-Micai'AH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay at and very great staff would definitely recommend going again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ho

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, handy, staff are wonderful!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Manuela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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6/10 Okay

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Good for a stopover
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roman

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good place for an overnight stay, good customer service and quick and easy 🙏
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just what we needed. Clean and tidy . Not much room for clothing (couldn't find a wardrobe)
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good basic, no frills accommodation at a reasonable price.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
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8/10 Good

flora

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good place
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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8/10 Good

Tinzar

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location for a rowing regatta
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
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6/10 Okay

Channa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Very upset to find out there is no proper wash basin in the bathroom with no mirror available. Tiny hand basin to wash face. This is disappointing not to have basic requirements on a motel room. Long delay in getting hot water.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lotta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing three bedroom house, had a wonderful stay! Thank you for the upgrade!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Liked: Amenities
It was clean warm tidy room gd value would book again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Brede

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good value for night or two

Nice place to stay if you only need a day or two. Good value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A perfect sized family unit with cooking facilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Hohepa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Country style stay feeling. Quiet!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Basic amenities and very clean. Would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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6/10 Okay

Nicole

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
The room was spacious, comfortable and well-equipped but not completely clean, the kitchen was not clean either and we had to wash up after other guests to have enough usable cutlery
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Safe and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Katharine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I loved the freshly laundered sheets.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Staff & service
this was a nice rustic quirky stay. very relaxing an interesting experience. not for everyone though
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maree

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Booked a twin room with tea/coffee making facilities. Great shower. Not far from Cambridge. Check in was easy. Definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024