CitySide Hotel Tauranga

3.0 star property
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Family & Accessible Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, blackout drapes, soundproofing
Reception
Executive City Suite (King Studio) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, blackout drapes, soundproofing
Executive City Suite (King Studio) | Living area | 43-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV, printers
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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16 First Ave, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, 3110
  • Place, Tauranga Art Gallery
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Memorial Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Tauranga Domain
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Tauranga (TRG)
    ‪6 min drive‬
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Room options

Executive City Suite (King Studio)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

CitySide Accessible Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family & Accessible Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Large Twin Beds

Harbour View Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

City View Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 108 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Tauranga

Located 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Tauranga Domain, CitySide Hotel Tauranga is within a 10-minute drive of other popular attractions like Blake Park. Each of the 13 rooms at this 3-star hotel includes an espresso maker, a Smart TV, and a TV.

What's nearby

  • Tauranga Art Gallery - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Memorial Park - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Tauranga Domain - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • The Elms Mission House - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Tenpin Tauranga - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Tauranga (TRG) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Elizabeth Cafe & Larder - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Alimento - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Barrel Room - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Salva D'or Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Kfc - ‬8 min walk

About this property

CitySide Hotel Tauranga

CitySide Hotel Tauranga features free WiFi in public areas and laundry facilities. There's free parking if you drive. A multilingual staff is on hand to help with luggage storage, and offer sightseeing advice.
Guests can expect 43-inch Smart TVs with digital channels, along with free WiFi and wired Internet. Beds sport Egyptian cotton sheets and bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and designer toiletries. Espresso makers, free local calls, and ironing boards are other standard amenities. Change of towels is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: NZD 16 per person

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Grab bar in shower (33 inches high)
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • Lever door handles
  • Roll-in shower (43 inches wide)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (36 inches high)

More

  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Renovated entire property - April 2023
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Printer
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Friday (7:30 AM - 6:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 6:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
This property enforces quiet hours from 8:00 PM to 8:00 AM
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

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 16 per person
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
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, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

National rating

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

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at CitySide Hotel Tauranga?

CitySide Hotel Tauranga offers free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at CitySide Hotel Tauranga?

As of May 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at CitySide Hotel Tauranga on Jun 10, 2026 start from $97, 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.

What is there to do near CitySide Hotel Tauranga?

This hotel is located in Tauranga, a short 16-minute walk from Tauranga Domain and also 10 minutes on foot from Tauranga Art Gallery. You'll also find Memorial Park and Brain Watkins House less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at CitySide Hotel Tauranga?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel. An electric car charging station and wheelchair-accessible parking are also available for guests.

Does CitySide Hotel Tauranga include a casino at the property?

No, CitySide Hotel Tauranga doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at CitySide Hotel Tauranga?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about CitySide Hotel Tauranga?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this hotel, including Egyptian-cotton sheets and a rainfall showerhead in each guestroom, and some feature harbor views.

Does CitySide Hotel Tauranga have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does CitySide Hotel Tauranga feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

CitySide Hotel Tauranga offers continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will CitySide Hotel Tauranga allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at CitySide Hotel Tauranga.

Does CitySide Hotel Tauranga have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

What is the closest airport to CitySide Hotel Tauranga?

The closest major airport to CitySide Hotel Tauranga is Tauranga (TRG), which is 4.1 mi away (13 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at CitySide Hotel Tauranga?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at CitySide Hotel Tauranga.

CitySide Hotel Tauranga Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 166 out of 213 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 36 out of 213 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 213 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 213 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 213 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Daniel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Well renovated room. Quiet area.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

LuAna

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This small boutique hotel is top notch. The bed is like sleeping on clouds 👌 Very clean and top of the range room amenities. You want quiet & peaceful this is it. Beautiful friendly hosts. Close to Devonport St which has a great variety of eating options. A few more meters towards the sea is The Strand where your spoilt with more food options. Cafes, restaurants in abundance. I'll definitely be back 💯 👍. Thanks for adding to my amazing memories 💖✌
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, near the water. Clean, comfortable, and simple, which I appreciate in an overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, staff very friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Bevan

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Chee Seng

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cleanliness. Very helpful staff and owner
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Joy

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

kelsey

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

David

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lindsy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thoughtfully designed room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Philippe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff is very friendly, welcoming, and courteous. The room was pleasant and spacious. The bedding was very comfortable. I recommend this hotel. I will return. Philippe
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Meaghan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Pristinely clean. Very quiet and comfortable. Minimal amenities but perfect for a 1-2 night stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really clean and fresh/refurbished , great location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So nice and clean
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sanjay

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

phani

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was on the smaller side but well appointed. Great shower comfy bed and nice coffee! The hotel is night in the CBD so walkable to everything.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Small but comfortable room with ensuite little kitchenette and tv. Free parking outside , easy to communicate with managers. Thanks
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geraldine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a beautiful and renovated spot! Stayed with my family and was clean, quiet and the person at the front was so helpful and nice.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Cristina

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reece

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff, very clean and well-furnished room, comfortable bed, nice bathroom with excellent toiletries.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Was clean , central located
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025