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Motel Six

3.0 star property

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A hotel room with two beds, a television, a radiator, and a door leading to another room.
A motel with a sign indicating it is the 'Motel Six' and has 50 rooms.
A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed with floral bedding, a TV, and a small bathroom.
A hotel room with a bed, a round table with chairs, a black leather sofa, and a small side table.
A building with a sign indicating '50+ Channels' and a well-maintained lawn.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$120
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug

Explore the area

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153 Bank Street, Whangarei, 0 112
  • Place, Town Basin Marina
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Whangarei Art Museum
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Quarry Arts Centre
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Whangarei (WRE)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Studio

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a wardrobe.

Studio

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a television, a radiator, and a door leading to another room.

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

7.6 out of 10
Good
(15 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a seating area.

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Whangarei

At Motel Six you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Claphams Clock Museum and Tuatara Gallery. Highlights at this motel include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, dry cleaning/laundry services and free newspapers in the lobby. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Regent motel include Old Library Arts Centre and Pou.
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What's nearby

  • Botanica & Cafler Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Town Basin Marina - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Whangarei Art Museum - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Claphams National Clock Museum - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Quarry Arts Centre - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Whangarei (WRE) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Butter Factory - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Esquires - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Aqua Restaurant & Bar - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Motel Six

Motel Six offers its guests a terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden. Public spaces have free WiFi. Motel Six also features complimentary newspapers in the lobby, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Whangarei motel is smoke free.

  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
Motel Six offers 14 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and a hairdryer. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves.

Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. 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

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Area rugs in room
  • No lift
  • Smooth flooring in room

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Mobile key entry

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 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.

Payment types

Important information

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
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, Diners Club and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Property class

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

Property is also known as

Motel Six Whangarei
Six Whangarei
Motel Six Motel
Motel Six Whangarei
Motel Six Motel Whangarei

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Motel Six?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Motel Six?

As of 31 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel Six on 2 Aug 2026 start from NZ$120, 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 Six?

Yep, Motel Six has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Motel Six?

The closest beach to Motel Six is Parauwanui Beach (17.8 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Motel Six?

No, Motel Six does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Motel Six?

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

Are pets allowed at Motel Six?

No, pets are not allowed.

Motel Six Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 109 out of 320 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 138 out of 320 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 48 out of 320 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 320 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 320 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, tidy, warm, comfortable, good shower and beds. Staff very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Shelley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good tidy Motel with friendly staff. A but dated but very tidy and comfortable. Good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great parking, easy walk to city centre. Enjoyable stay. Will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hinarangi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
great friendly staff
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
As soon as we arrived we felt welcomed, the owners are absolutely lovely, rooms were clean and well stocked. Convenient location with town, supermarkets and takeaways all within walking distance. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay lovely staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Lovely staff, safe, easy parking
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Paul

The Management were very accommodating when I had made an error with the reservation.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay in Whangarei and use as a base to explore
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good clean. Very helpful owner. Well looked after motel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Parking good did not use cooking facilities. Great Sky channels
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Did not use laundry service. Kitchen was very adequate.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This motel is very close to the supermarkets and is close to the centre of Whangarei.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Early access. Close to town and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Barrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Place was clean and tidy. Friendly staff made checkin easy. Convenient main street location close to several eateries.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hosts were so polite and helpful, close to food outlets and town, value for money
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to locate and close to town.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet clean room, convenient for our overnight stay, with everything we needed. Close to shops and amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mandy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful and accommodating receptionist. And very clean room. Very happy with stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very close to town Beds were comfortable and everything was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were fantastic ..Room was very clean and had little extras to make your stay more enjoyable!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Judy and Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Thank you very comfortable and warm
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

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

Great stay

Great location. Clean and tidy room. Perfect for my overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ken

Liked: Staff & service
Getting tired. There was bar stuck to the shower wall.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A cost effective motel, clean, quiet and all you need for a comfortable stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024