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3.9 out of 5

"Easy walking distance to the beach and walking track opposite the motel and a country pub restaurant on corner. Clean tidy units and friendly staff. " More

By a verified traveller on Sun 28 Jan 2024

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Hotel Description

At Albatross Motel you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Ahuriri Estuary and Pandora Pond. Highlights at this motel include free self parking, a spa tub, and in-room kitchenettes.

This motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and barbecue grills. Other amenities include a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and laundry facilities.

With a stay at this 4-star Westshore motel, you'll be 2 km (1.3 mi) from National Tobacco Company Building and 4.3 km (2.7 mi) from McLean Park.

Ground Floor Double Studio

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
NZ$161* Per night/room 28 Apr. - 29 Apr.

Ground Floor Twin Studio

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Premium Studio

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Deluxe Studio

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

One Bedroom

Bed Count 2 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Upper Floor Twin Studio

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Albatross Motel ratings based on 55 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
3.9 out of 5 4.0 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort 4.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Albatross Motel

Everyone (24) Couples (11) Family (17)
2 out of 5
The room was dark and dingey, and as it was situated next to the stairs on the lower level, you could hear all noise from the pool as well as the foot traffic on the stairwell and rooms above. The road noise is also pretty loud from around 5am. We stayed 3 nights, and our room was not cleaned or serviced during our stay except for fresh towels, bin emptied, and a top up of coffee sachets. The beds weren’t made, and dishes weren’t done. It was a little cold for us to use the pool, but the spa was filthy so after an initial 5min warm up we opted not to use this again. Overall our stay was really disappointing for the cost. I expected more for $200 a night. The only highlight was the stand-in manager, who was very amiable and lovely to chat with. I would not recommend staying here.

Posted by on 19 Mar. 2024

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4 out of 5
Easy walking distance to the beach and walking track opposite the motel and a country pub restaurant on corner. Clean tidy units and friendly staff.

Posted by on 28 Jan. 2024

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Comment from Hotel Management

1 Feb. 2024 by Gary

Thanks for your comments and we hope to see you again

3 out of 5

Posted by on 15 Jan. 2024

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Comment from Hotel Management

1 Feb. 2024 by Gary

Thank you for your honesty and we will endeavor to improve.

4 out of 5
It was good only short stay for a date 2nights pub down road was good...

Posted by on 6 Dec. 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

1 Feb. 2024 by Gary

Thanks for your comments and we hope to see you again

4 out of 5
Friendly staff. Easy access and quiet.

Posted by on 9 Jul. 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

9 Aug. 2023 by debby

Thank you so much for your comments, Look forward to seeing you again. Thank you Management.

3 out of 5
No electric blanket and was a bit dated

Posted by on 28 May 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

5 Jun. 2023 by Gary

We do not have electric blankets but each room has a heat pump

5 out of 5

Posted by on 5 Feb. 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

13 Mar. 2023 by Albatross

Thank you I'm very glad that you enjoyed our Motel.Thank you Management!

5 out of 5
everything it was awesome would not hesitate to go back thak you.

Posted by on 9 Nov. 2022

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Comment from Hotel Management

9 Nov. 2022 by Gary

Thankyou Dianne and we hope to see you again soon

5 out of 5
Great welcoming staff

Posted by on 3 Nov. 2022

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Comment from Hotel Management

7 Nov. 2022 by Gary

Hi Rob, thanks for your kind words and we hope to see you again soon

5 out of 5
Central

Posted by on 3 Feb. 2022

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Comment from Hotel Management

5 Feb. 2022 by Gary

Thanks for your review and we hope to see you again soon

Property Features

Albatross Motel offers its guests a spa tub and a seasonal outdoor pool. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and barbecue grills are also featured at Albatross Motel. Self parking is free. Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Napier motel.

  • 34 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Free WiFi
  • Kitchenette
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi , Wireless internet access , High-speed internet access

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

Albatross Motel offers 34 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Accommodations at this 4-star motel have kitchenettes with microwaves and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include showers. This Napier motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch Smart televisions come with premium satellite channels. Housekeeping is provided daily.

  • In-room kitchenette
  • Smart television
  • Satellite channels
  • Premium channels
  • Microwave
  • Kitchenware
  • Shower
  • Cribs (surcharge)
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Hair dryer
  • Telephone
  • Air conditioning
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Unique furnishings
  • Unique decor
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Wardrobe or closet

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18
  • Check-in time ends at 9:00 PM

Special check-in instructions:

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Guests will receive an email 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM.
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Guests will receive an email 48 hours before arrival with check-in information and lockbox information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 10.0 per night.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed

Policies

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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No lifts
  • Front desk opens daily at 8:00 AM
  • Front desk closes daily at 9:00 PM
  • Debit cards
  • Guests will receive an email with special check-in instructions
  • Staffed front desk
  • Smoke detector
  • Guest will receive an email before arrival 48 hours
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff do not wear personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is not available for guests
  • No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are not provided with hand sanitiser
  • Social distancing measures are not in place
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually wrapped food options are not available
  • No gap period between guests' stays
  • Staff temperature checks are not conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are not available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are not washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly touched surfaces are not cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property does not follow sanitisation practices of any association
  • Guest accommodation is not sealed after cleaning
  • Electrostatic spray is not used for disinfection
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Masks are compulsory at the property
  • Contactless food service / room service is not available
  • Reservation is not required for facilities on site
  • Mobile key entry is not available
  • Food service not has not been amended for enhanced safety
  • Property does not offer on-site COVID-19 testing
  • Property does not require health documentation at check-in

Fees

Optional extras

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

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 10.0 per night

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

Hotel Names

  • Albatross Motel
  • Albatross Motel Napier
  • Albatross Napier
  • Motel Albatross
  • Albatross Hotel Napier
  • Albatross Motel Napier
  • Albatross Motel Motel
  • Albatross Motel Napier
  • Albatross Motel Motel Napier

You should know

  • The seasonal pool will open in October and close in March.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National Rating

This property does not have a Qualmark® rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.