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540 on Great South Motel

4.5 star property
Eco-certified motel in Auckland with free parking

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Experience the charm of this classic motel with a central entrance, covered patio, and traditional pitched roof.
Cozy retreat with a kitchenette, desk, and dining area, perfect for a comfortable stay.
Cozy retreat with a single bed, compact kitchenette, and flat-screen TV.
Experience the charm of this traditional motel with a pitched roof and cozy patio area.
Welcome to our hotel lobby, featuring a reception desk, comfortable seating area, and a large map projection on the wall.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking included
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NZ$99
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug

Explore the area

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540 Great South Road, Cnr Nixon Ave, Otahuhu, Auckland, 1062
  • Sylvia Park Shopping Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Rainbow's End
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Go Media Stadium
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Restful retreat with a neatly made bed, two bedside tables, and a framed cityscape.

Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Studio

Cozy retreat with a neatly made bed, two bedside tables, and wall-mounted lights.

Deluxe Studio

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
HDTV
Washer/dryer
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Family Room, Multiple Beds

Cozy retreat with a kitchenette, desk, and dining area, perfect for a comfortable stay.

Family Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
HDTV
Select Comfort bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

Two single beds with red pillows, a table, and a wall-mounted TV.

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Bedroom

Cozy retreat with a kitchenette, desk, and dining area, perfect for a comfortable stay.

Standard Double Room, 1 Bedroom

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Select Comfort bed
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Basic Suite, Bathtub

Cozy retreat with a kitchenette, desk, and dining area, perfect for a comfortable stay.

Basic Suite, Bathtub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
HDTV
Select Comfort bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Auckland

At 540 on Great South Motel you'll be 2.2 km (1.3 mi) from Middlemore Hospital and 3.1 km (1.9 mi) from Manukau Institute of Technology. Highlights at this eco-friendly motel include in-room free WiFi and LCD TVs. .This business-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, limo/town car service and a computer station. Additionally, you'll find a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Each morning continental breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 8:30 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an area shuttle. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this 4.5-property class Otahuhu motel include Go Media Stadium and Mount Eden.
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What's nearby

  • Middlemore Hospital - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Sylvia Park Shopping Center - 4 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Westfield Manukau City Shopping Centre - 7 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Rainbow's End - 7 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Go Media Stadium - 8 min drive - 8.6 km

Getting around

  • Auckland Otahuhu Station - 3 min drive
  • Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Chok Chai Thai Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Sam Woo - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Secret Thai Garden - ‬13 min walk

About this property

540 on Great South Motel

Eco-certified motel in Auckland with free parking
There's a snack bar/deli on site. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A meeting room and limo/town car service are available. An area shuttle within 100 metres and a theme park shuttle are available for a fee. A vending machine, tour/ticket assistance, and laundry facilities are also featured at the eco-certified 540 on Great South Motel. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4.5-star Auckland motel is smoke free.

  • 38 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Computer for guest use
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
540 on Great South Motel offers 38 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. This individually furnished accommodation includes desks. Select Comfort beds feature premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). 26-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. A nightly turndown service is provided.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking within 100 metres
  • Street parking available
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 100 metres
  • Casino shuttle (surcharge)
  • Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge)
  • Theme park shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking (surcharge) on site
  • Limited on-site parking (max 1 space per unit)

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: NZD 20 to 30 for adults and NZD 20 to 30 for children
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

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

  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 26-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

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

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out fee: NZD 50.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the cruise terminal and ferry terminal (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open Monday - Saturday (7:00 AM - 9:00 PM) and Sunday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 9:00 PM)
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance to arrange private airport transfers and confirm the number of guests per reservation.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 40.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 20.00 to 30.00 for adults and NZD 20.00 to 30.00 for children
  • Late check-out fee: NZD 50.00
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 40.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Alcohol isn't served at 540 on Great South Motel.

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at 540 on Great South Motel?

540 on Great South Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at 540 on Great South Motel?

As of 9 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 540 on Great South Motel on 17 Aug 2025 start from NZ$99.04, 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 parking available at 540 on Great South Motel?

Yep, 540 on Great South Motel has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited (max 1 space per unit).

Are there any beaches close to 540 on Great South Motel?

The closest beach to 540 on Great South Motel is Takapuna Beach (18.9 km).

Does 540 on Great South Motel serve breakfast?

Sure does, continental brekkie is served daily between 7:30 AM and 8:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at 540 on Great South Motel?

No, 540 on Great South Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at 540 on Great South Motel?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at 540 on Great South Motel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

540 on Great South Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 114 out of 330 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 131 out of 330 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 54 out of 330 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 330 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 330 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Moana

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
The hospitality of the husband and wife. The room suited myself and granddaughters.. safe.. awesome security xxxx
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you very we are very happy with our room the location was just what we needed for our short stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Siosifa

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

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

10/10 Excellent

Karllie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It doesn't look like much from the outside but my room was very comfortable and exceeded my expectations. Service was great and I was able to find good coffee, breakfast and dinner within walking distance. I would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Soileti

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Place was secure and safe. Very spacious and location was convenient.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good facilities with everything we needed. Comfy bed.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Emma

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were lovely and caring, enjoyed our stay
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Samuel

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Junkyu

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

8/10 Good

Colin, Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I found this motel to be good value for money. My room was clean and to my liking. Even though it was located on a main road, I found my room to be quiet and I hardly heard any noise from either the traffic or from other guests. I would stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Johan

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Good accommodation clean and everything you'll need Just need some general maintenance Toilet seat moving, TV old and blue screen Overall not bad for the price is very affordable
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Long flight, good rest for 7 hours

Was given code for after hours access. Originally did not receive an email had to call them. Arrived at airport 12:45am.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Early checkin

Excellent stay, let us check in an hour early as we arrived sooner than expected.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kushan

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

6/10 Okay

Rikke

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Kirsty

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good accomodation for my family for the night. Thank you for having us!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Willie

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Vending machines and nearby eateries
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

Great stay

Clean room, friendly owner. Had a kitchenette which was a good feature saving dinner costs.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mehdi

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

Great stay

Great experience
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

JT

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

2 Star Motel

Not trying to bag on this place, but it is kind of a dump. If it fits your budget, then there’s nothing wrong with it. I had a family of five, it just didn’t meet our needs. More than one night here and my wife would file divorce…..
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024