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Motel de la Mer

3.0 star property

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A modern living room with a glass table, two sofas, and a view of the ocean.
A coastal landscape with a cliff and a beach.
A large, historic building with a central entrance, symmetrical wings, and a cross on the roof.
A swimming pool with a waterfall feature, lounge chairs, and a modern building with large windows.
A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a bed with a brown headboard, and a mirror above the bed.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$186
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug

Explore the area

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321 Marine Parade, Napier, 4001
  • Place, Marine Parade
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Napier Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, National Aquarium of New Zealand
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, a mirror, and an air conditioning unit.

Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A room with a desk, two armchairs, a sofa, a bed, a kitchenette, and a bathroom.

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a window with blinds.

Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a blue wall, a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a kitchenette.

Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A living room with two sofas, a coffee table, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

Penthouse Apartment

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 49 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A living room with two grey armchairs, a sofa, and a small table. There is a TV mounted on the wall and a window with blinds.

Executive Spa Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 47 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a small table.

Studio Spa Suite Executive

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, chair, desk, lamp, and curtains.

Studio Spa Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, chairs, a kitchenette, and an air conditioning unit.

Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non-Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Napier

Motel de la Mer places you steps from Marine Parade and within a short 5-minute stroll of Napier Beach. Highlights at this motel include free self-parking, and in-room kitchenettes and free WiFi. .This business-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and dry cleaning/laundry services. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Each morning continental breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Places within a 15-minute walk of this 3-property class Napier South motel include National Aquarium of New Zealand and Pania of the Reef.
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What's nearby

  • Marine Parade - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Napier Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • National Aquarium of New Zealand - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Municipal Theatre - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • War Memorial Conference Center - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks Napier - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Rose - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Rogue Hop - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Roam - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Motel de la Mer

There's a snack bar/deli on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. The business-friendly Motel de la Mer also features tour/ticket assistance, concierge services, and laundry facilities. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star Napier motel is smoke free.

  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 2004
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • No smoking on site
Motel de la Mer offers 11 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to patios. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 42-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels and Netflix. Accommodation at this 3-star motel has kitchenettes with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower with a hydromassage showerhead, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: NZD 20 per person
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Private wine tours
  • Wine tours

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • On the waterfront

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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2004
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 7:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 per cent for credit card payments
There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 7:30 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

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 30 per night.

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: from approximately NZD 20 per person
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 30 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 per cent

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 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, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property class

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

Property is also known as

de la Mer Napier
Motel de la Mer
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Motel de la Mer?

Motel de la Mer offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Motel de la Mer?

As of 4 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel de la Mer on 18 Aug 2026 start from NZ$186, 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 Motel de la Mer?

Yep, Motel de la Mer has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Motel de la Mer?

Yep, Motel de la Mer is a short 2-minute walk from Napier Beach.

Is there a spa on site at Motel de la Mer?

No, there is no spa at this property. Ocean Spa is a short 12-minute walk away.

What makes Motel de la Mer a romantic place to stay?

Winery tours, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Motel de la Mer.

Is Motel de la Mer family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a deli, as well as cots/infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Motel de la Mer is a hit with families.

Does Motel de la Mer serve breakfast?

Yeah, continental breakfast is served daily between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Motel de la Mer?

No, Motel de la Mer does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Motel de la Mer?

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

Are pets allowed at Motel de la Mer?

No, pets are not allowed.

Motel de la Mer Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 424 out of 498 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 64 out of 498 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 498 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 498 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 498 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly helpful staff, great location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really good motel. Very clean and good location.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great size room, well presented, friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyable stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great room, easy parking, excellent staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and tidy rooms. Hosts and staff were great and very welcoming
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, easy walk to town centre, very spacious room. Good advice on restaurants and local sights to see.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Reception was very friendly and helpful. The room was clean, spacious, near the sea and not too far from town. It was perfect for an overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kym

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and perfect staff hospitality. Excellent value too.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location - close to everything! The management was extremely helpful, and the room incredibly clean. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious tidy room, very helpful manager. Well located on Marine Parade.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location - cusp of Art Deco area - which I did not know at the time of booking. The room and facility was beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

chris

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The owner of the facility was outstanding, the room was very large spotless with a waterfront view. It was an outstanding place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

PAUL

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, fab facilities in room, very helpful staff, super friendly, free laundry room, beautifully clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lars

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room with private spa. Fantastic surroundings. Julian was a very nice and considerate host, he brought us a delicious breakfast in the morning.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sharee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful place to stay - highly recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, excellent room and wonderful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Totally awesome place to stay :)
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and spacius. At the beach front. Walking distance to supermarket and aquarium. Beautiful beach, gardens.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Debrah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely hotel with great facilities and a brilliant location.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thoroughly enjoyed our overnight stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sonya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room and close to restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, central
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean, super friendly, great location across from the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Wonderful motel, very nice, great views and helpful staff.