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Harbour City Motor Inn

2.5 star property
Motel with a hot tub, near Memorial Park

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Reception
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Family Suite One bedroom | Private kitchen
Deluxe Queen with Bath

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Air conditioning
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
The current price is NZ$163
includes taxes & fees
22 June - 23 June

Explore the area

Map
50 Wharf Street, Tauranga, 3110
  • Tauranga Domain
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Mount Hot Pools
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Mount Maunganui
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Tauranga (TRG)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

Twin Room - Disability Access

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Jetted bath
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Deluxe Queen with Bath

Deluxe Queen with Bath

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Jetted bath
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Suite One bedroom

Family Suite One bedroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Jetted bath
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Deluxe Studio with Spa Bath

Deluxe Studio with Spa Bath

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Jetted bath
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Twin with Spa Bath

Deluxe Twin with Spa Bath

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Jetted bath
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

About the area

Tauranga

Harbour City Motor Inn puts you in the centre of Tauranga, 1.6 km (1 mi) from Memorial Park and 2.8 km (1.7 mi) from Tenpin Tauranga. Highlights at this motel include Access to hot tub, and in-room kitchenettes and free WiFi. .This smoke-free motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and express check-out. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, babysitting services and dry cleaning/laundry services. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this Tauranga motel include Fernland Spa and Mount Hot Pools.
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What's nearby

  • Tauranga Domain - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Tenpin Tauranga - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Fernland Spa - 6 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Mount Hot Pools - 10 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Mount Maunganui - 15 min drive - 8.9 km

Getting around

  • Tauranga (TRG) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gengy's Restaurant Tauranga - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Falafel Metro - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Crown & Badger - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cbk - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Harbour City Motor Inn

Motel with a hot tub, near Memorial Park
WiFi is free in public spaces. A business centre and a meeting room are available. A hot tub, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Harbour City Motor Inn. For a fee, parking is available.

This Tauranga motel is smoke free.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
Harbour City Motor Inn offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Kitchenettes offer fridges, stovetops and microwaves. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with in-room jetted baths and a rainfall showerhead.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Vietnamese

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (NZD 15 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Hot tub

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • 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.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 9:00 PM and 10:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.9 per cent for credit card payments
There is no front desk at this property
If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 40.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 15.0 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.

  • Self-parking fee: NZD 15 per night
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 9:00 PM and 10:30 PM
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 15.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 40.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.9 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, 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
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

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

Harbour City Motor
Harbour City Motor Inn
Harbour City Motor Inn Tauranga
Harbour City Motor Tauranga
Harbour City Motor Inn Motel
Harbour City Motor Inn Tauranga
Harbour City Motor Inn Motel Tauranga

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Harbour City Motor Inn?

Yep, Harbour City Motor Inn has a self car park for NZD 15 per night.

How much does it cost to stay at Harbour City Motor Inn?

As of 21 Jun 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Harbour City Motor Inn on 22 Jun 2025 start from NZ$163.21, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Harbour City Motor Inn?

The closest beach to Harbour City Motor Inn is Pilot Bay Beach (5.5 km).

What makes Harbour City Motor Inn a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub, plus Jetted bath in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Harbour City Motor Inn.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Harbour City Motor Inn?

No, but there are Jetted bath in the guestrooms.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Harbour City Motor Inn?

No, Harbour City Motor Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Harbour City Motor Inn?

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

Are pets allowed at Harbour City Motor Inn?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Harbour City Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 143 out of 209 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 52 out of 209 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 209 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 209 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 209 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anne

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

8/10 Good

John and huia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice quiet spot
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and tidy
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Travelled with partner
Good value for money older motel in good condition very helpful staff very close to central city
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamati

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pretty good service, helped me when I booked the place for the wrong amount of people
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Were able to put me up for the night on short notice. 2 hours. Very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

kevin

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

Cool!

Amazing price. I will be back. I didn’t realize there was no reception deck after 8pm! But they left me a key! So smart. I love them and the whole cute town.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was excellent. Property was rather dated but had everything we needed. Staff changed our room to a ground-floor room without a problem. Recommend as a convenient stopover.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness
not to bad
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

ROZANNE

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Appreciate quick friendly check in Bruce was very helpful and humerus
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good value for money and location is central and convenient. Thanks
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Anne

Very central
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Tiffany

Business traveller
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stay in Tauranga for work constantly, this property was very dated. Doesn’t meet the value when places like city suites or armitage is cheaper for more modern
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Kyle

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

8/10 Good

Rob, Gisborne

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

HK

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

craig

very tired property.... needs a big makeover
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Joseph

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Henri-Alexandre

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Stephen

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jared

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

8/10 Good

Jacqui

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Very friendly staff. Close to cafes, restaurants & waterfront (within walking distance). Room clean and tidy, a bit dated, but served it purpose. Beds were comfortable and good water pressure in shower - unfortunately jets weren't working in the hot tub. Overall a good stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

P

Disliked: Staff & service
An older motel with poor soundproofing. Our unit was just by the laundry where they were drying washing to the wee hours of the morning. No milk supplied, dishes were wet on the shelf. Shower wasn't to bad. Bed okay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Karen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024