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Durham Motor Inn

4.0 star property
Motel in Tauranga with free parking

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Exterior
The Family Villa | Living area | 25-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV
Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Mini-fridge, microwave, stovetop, electric kettle
Outdoor pool

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
Corner Cameron Rd and Harington Street, Tauranga, 3110
  • Tauranga Domain
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • ASB Baypark
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Mount Maunganui
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Tauranga (TRG)
    ‪6 min drive‬

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Room options

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Studio

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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One Bedroom Family | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

One Bedroom Family

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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One Bedroom Suite

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Twin Studio

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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The Family Villa

  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Queen Beds, 1 Twin Bed and 2 Twin Sofa Beds

About the neighborhood

Tauranga

Durham Motor Inn places you within a 5-minute walk of Tauranga Domain and Tauranga Art Gallery. This 21-room, 4-star motel welcomes guests with in-room amenities like kitchenettes, microwaves, and electric kettles.
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What's nearby

  • Tauranga Domain - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Tenpin Tauranga - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Blake Park - 6 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • ASB Baypark - 8 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • Mount Maunganui - 15 min drive - 5.6 miles

Getting around

  • Tauranga (TRG) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gengy's Restaurant Tauranga - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Falafel Metro - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Crown & Badger - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Fresh Fish Market Tauranga - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Durham Motor Inn

Motel in Tauranga with free parking
Durham Motor Inn features an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and conference space. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations. Additional amenities include a business center, laundry facilities, and a banquet hall.
25-inch flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Kitchenettes, microwaves, and stovetops are also available.
Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor pool.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (surcharge)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 floor
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1980
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 25-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds
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
The front desk is available during limited 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.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds.
  • 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.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • 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

Durham Motor Inn
Durham Motor Inn Tauranga
Durham Motor Tauranga
Durham Motor Inn Motel
Durham Motor Inn Tauranga
Durham Motor Inn Motel Tauranga

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Durham Motor Inn?

Durham Motor Inn provides free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Durham Motor Inn?

As of May 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Durham Motor Inn on Jun 1, 2025 start from $131.53, 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's there to see within easy reach of Durham Motor Inn?

This motel is located in Tauranga, just steps from Tauranga Domain and Tauranga Art Gallery, and within a short walk of The Elms Mission House. You'll also find Monmouth Redoubt and Robbins Park less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Durham Motor Inn?

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

Does Durham Motor Inn have a casino at the property?

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

Is there an indoor pool at Durham Motor Inn?

No, this motel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is Durham Motor Inn good for couples?

Couples staying at this motel will value amenities like a kitchenette, courtyard views in some guestrooms, as well as an outdoor pool.

Does Durham Motor Inn have a hot tub?

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

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

No, Durham Motor Inn doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Durham Motor Inn allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Durham Motor Inn though service animals are welcome.

Does Durham Motor Inn have connecting rooms?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Durham Motor Inn?

The closest major airport to Durham Motor Inn is Tauranga (TRG), which is 3.4 mi away (6 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Durham Motor Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Durham Motor Inn.

Durham Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 124 out of 281 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 93 out of 281 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 41 out of 281 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 281 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 281 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lynda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beds and pillows brilliant so comfortable unit had everything we needed . Reception owner great
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very neat, easy check-in
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, Tidy, Clean and easy access to Town. Room had everything we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ros

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good quality motel. I would visit again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Wendy

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan

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

Location Location Location

Great location. Rooms are large with large bathroom. Very clean and great kitchenette with full kitchen utensils etc. if you want to cook.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

Nicolas

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lyn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, convenient check in great facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

H

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Rachel

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay. Staff were gracious and polite on arrival. Knowledgeable on restaurants and great that it was all within walking distances. Would highly recommend.A
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, great location, friendly staff and nicely updated room.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly, check in was fast and efficient and the room was very clean and updated. Will be staying again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable stay. Walking distance to many restuarants
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

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

One night stay

We only stayed one night and it was noisey but only because Summer Haze was on across the road and if we were younger we probably would have attended :) but nothing wrong with the motel .. it was a great place to stay with friendly staff :)
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Neville

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotless room with great amenities Absolutely recommend to anyone
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Bruce

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, Tidy ,quiet and handy to restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Annette

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location , nice rooms and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were so friendly and helpful. I would definitely stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great accommodation would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021