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Livingston Motel

4.0 star property
Motel in Whakatane with free parking

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Exterior
Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Bathroom shower
Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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42 Landing Road, Whakatane, 3120
  • Place, Whakatane Hospital
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Whakatane Aquatic Centre
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Whakatane War Memorial Hall
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Whakatane (WHK)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Spa Pool Studio) | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Spa Pool Studio)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Spa Pool) | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Spa Pool)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Studio with Bath | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio with Bath

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

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Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • 807 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Whakatane

Located in Whakatāne Town, Livingston Motel is within a mile (2 km) of sights such as Whakatane Hospital and Whakatane War Memorial Hall. Each of the 15 rooms at this 4-star motel includes a kitchenette, a refrigerator, and a microwave.
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What's nearby

  • Whakatane Hospital - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Whakatane Aquatic Centre - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Whakatane War Memorial Hall - 17 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Te Papaka & Puketapu - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Whakatane District Museum and Gallery - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Whakatane (WHK) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Baxter's Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ohiwa Oyster Farm - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Kebab House - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Village Bakery - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Livingston Motel

Motel in Whakatane with free parking
Guests of Livingston Motel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a business center, and laundry facilities. There's free parking if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with securing valuables, tours or tickets, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include barbecue grills, a garden, and a picnic area.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and 32-inch LCD TVs with cable channels and DVD players. Kitchenettes, refrigerators, and microwaves are other standard amenities.

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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
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: NZD 18 for adults and NZD 18 for children

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Kitchenette
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 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

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 cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately NZD 18 for adults and NZD 18 for children

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; cash is not accepted
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
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with RV, bus, and truck 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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • 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

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Livingston Motel?

Livingston Motel provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do close to Livingston Motel?

This motel is situated in Whakatāne Town within a short 17-minute walk of Whakatane War Memorial Hall and also 18 minutes on foot from Whakatane Aquatic Centre. You'll also find Te Papaka & Puketapu and Wairere Falls within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Livingston Motel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel. RV/bus/truck parking is also available for guests.

Does Livingston Motel feature a casino?

No, Livingston Motel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Livingston Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

What do couples enjoy most about Livingston Motel?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like a kitchenette as well as a garden and a 24-hour front desk.

Does Livingston Motel have a hot tub?

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

Does Livingston Motel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Livingston Motel offers a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Does Livingston Motel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Livingston Motel.

Are there connecting rooms at Livingston Motel?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Livingston Motel?

The closest major airport to Livingston Motel is Whakatane (WHK), which is 5.1 mi away (11 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Livingston Motel?

Yes, some guestrooms at Livingston Motel offer a patio.

Livingston Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 206 out of 301 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 84 out of 301 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 301 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 301 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 301 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Ian

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

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

10/10 Excellent

Sharon Marama

Business traveler
Liked: Amenities
Close to town nice host ..Great customer service
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a spacious room. Plenty ofbparking spaces available. Staff were friendly and welcoming. Is our go to place to stay in Whakatane.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful and obliging. Very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
A very friendly person in the office handy to town and a very well kept motel
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harry

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

10/10 Excellent

Harry

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great and the spa was fabulous very enjoyable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The service was great the bed was comfortably and the Spa was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noel, Lewes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful manager
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, great facilities, very nice hot tub, and very friendly welcoming staff. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nothing wrong with this place! Clean, tidy, convenient and easy to park your car by your unit. Would stay here again, thanks.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Sue

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Lovely room but pillows were flat and ants everywhere all on the bench along the wall to the dining table all in our food and also in the toilet area and bathroom .
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Pauline

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

DIANE

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and convenient! Would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gaye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was on the outskirts of town
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

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

Awesome Accommodation

Great place. So welcoming and staff so friendly and helpful In ever back here i would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

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

10/10 Excellent

Lillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was quiet considering motel is on a busy road. Close drive or walk to Kopeopeo shops etc. Reasonable price. Definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melvyn

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fast and effect service with a smile! Spacious room. Clean! Has everything you need and is everything that is advertised. Spa pool was niiice too! Highly recommend!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Bruce

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

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

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

10/10 Excellent

Helena

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was lovely and made our stay feel very welcoming
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024