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4.6 out of 5

"Good service clean room and facilities close to where we wanted to be " More

By a verified traveller on Sun 02 Aug 2020

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Hotel Description

At Academy Motor Inn you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Tenpin Tauranga and Memorial Park. Highlights at this hotel include free self parking, a spa tub, and in-room kitchenettes.

All 20 soundproofed rooms feature Smart TVs with satellite channels, and you can enjoy free WiFi, coffee/tea makers, and ceiling fans. Kitchenettes come with refrigerators, microwaves, and stovetops, making in-room dining convenient. Additionally, TVs, Netflix, and hair dryers are available.

Enjoy the gym and seasonal outdoor swimming pool. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a garden, and barbecue grills. Full breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 8:30 AM. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle.

In the area of this 3.5-star Tauranga South hotel, you'll find Mount Maunganui.

Family Suite

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Family Room

Bed Count 2 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Standard Suite

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Executive Studio

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Studio

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Academy Motor Inn ratings based on 8 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.6 out of 5 4.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 5.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort 0.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Academy Motor Inn

Everyone (4) Couples (1) Family (5)
4 out of 5
Good service clean room and facilities close to where we wanted to be

Posted by on 2 Aug. 2020

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4 Aug. 2020 by SiCaro76

Thanks for taking the time to review your stay here with us, it's much appreciated. Delighted you enjoyed it Kind regards Caroline and Simon

4 out of 5

Posted by on 28 Jan. 2020

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29 Jan. 2020 by SiCaro76

Thanks for the review!

5 out of 5

Posted by on 24 Jan. 2020

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24 Jan. 2020 by SiCaro76

Thanks for the review!

5 out of 5
Clean and tidy - great to have laundry facilities available

Posted by on 5 Jan. 2020

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5 Jan. 2020 by SiCaro76

Hi Thanks for the review of your stay here at the Academy Motor Inn, delighted you enjoyed your time with us. Cheers Caroline and Simon

5 out of 5
Close to town, pool and spa great, very clean and spacious unit

Posted by on 3 Jan. 2020

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3 Jan. 2020 by SiCaro76

Hi Thanks for the fantastic review and we're all delighted that you enjoyed your stay here. Kind regards Caroline and Simon

5 out of 5
We had a fabulous time and will be back!! Great location and the pool was awesome. Very clean and perfect temperature :)

Posted by on 27 Dec. 2019

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27 Dec. 2019 by SiCaro76

Hi Thanks again for choosing to stay with us here at the Academy Motor Inn. We have to agree with you, the pool at this time of year is looking fantastic. We've got a new Pool company managing the pool for us and they are doing a great job! Hope to see you again soon. Kind regards Caroline and Simon

4 out of 5

Posted by on 6 Oct. 2019

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Comment from Hotel Management

10 Oct. 2019 by Syd

thankyou for your feedback. the personal touch is appreciated

5 out of 5

Posted by on 23 Sep. 2019

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Comment from Hotel Management

26 Sep. 2019 by Simon

Thankyou for your feedback. We are continually upgrading to enhance our guests' experience.

Property Features

Academy Motor Inn offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool, a spa tub, and a fitness center. Event space at this hotel measures 200 square feet (19 square meters) and includes conference space. Academy Motor Inn also features barbecue grills, a garden, and a picnic area. Self parking is free. You'll have access to the health club at a partner property. Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Tauranga hotel.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • 200 sq ft of conference space
  • 19 sq m of conference space
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Free WiFi
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Kitchenette
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

Academy Motor Inn offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Accommodations at this 3.5-star hotel have kitchenettes with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 40-inch Smart televisions come with satellite channels and Netflix. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.

  • In-room kitchenette
  • Smart television
  • Satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Stove
  • Coffee maker
  • Kitchenware
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Hair dryer
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Sound-insulated rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy full breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM.

Nearby Activities

A seasonal outdoor pool and a spa tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18
  • Check-in time ends at 8:30 PM

Special check-in instructions:

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:30 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. The host will greet guests on arrival.

The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:30 PM.
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10:00 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and a security system in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-out is available.

  • No lifts
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Debit cards
  • Host will greet you
  • Staffed front desk
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Smoke detector
  • Security system
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff do not wear personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is available for guests
  • Masks are available for guests
  • Gloves are available for guests
  • No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is not 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 washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property follows sanitisation practices of Intertek Cristal (3rd party expert - Global)
  • Guest accommodation is not sealed after cleaning
  • Electrostatic spray is not used for disinfection
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Masks are not compulsory at the property
  • Contactless food service / room service is available
  • Reservation is not required for facilities on site
  • Mobile key entry is not available
  • Food service has been amended for enhanced safety

Fees

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately NZD 10–19.50 per person

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

Hotel Names

  • Academy Motor Inn Hotel
  • Academy Motor Inn Tauranga
  • Academy Motor Inn Hotel Tauranga

You should know

  • The seasonal pool will open in October and close in April.
  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:30 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
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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.