Mana-Nui Motel is a classic 1970's-style motel with older style units and modern studio units available all on the ground floor. It is situated in the heart of Whitianga and only 2 minutes' walk from the white sands of Buffalo Beach. All guest rooms feature heating, a flat-screen TV and 12GB of free WiFi per person.
Mana-Nui Motel is a 5-minute walk from The Lost Spring hot pools. Kuaotunu Beach is a 15-minute drive and Coromandel is a 35-minute drive away.
All rooms offer a toaster, fridge and tea and coffee making facilities. They have an en suite bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. Some rooms have a full kitchen with cooking facilities.
Guests enjoy a children’s playground, BBQ facilities and a guest laundry.
Breakfast in your room is available for an additional charge. The motel is a short walk from a number of restaurants and cafes.
PLEASE NOTE AIR CONDITIONING IS NOT PROVIDED
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
“The location
Joanne was so lovely to deal with and very accommodating
Great unit and spacious
Parking was fabulous right outside the units front door
Great cleaning service”
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Peggy
New Zealand
“We liked the location, close to all amenities, walking around town and to the beaches.
The owners Merv and Joanne were absolutely awesome, friendly, helpful and very hospitable people! We would definitely go back there again!
Loved our stay...”
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Asneel
New Zealand
“I really like the stay and every thing. Lovely staffs.”
Helen
Australia
“The owners were very welcoming. The room was comfortable and very clean. The motel is close to cafes, restaurants and other attractions in town. This was a great spot for our short stay in Whitianga.”
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Kerrily
New Zealand
“The location is perfect, right in the centre of town, the hosts are great, the motel reminds me of Outrageous fortune, old but cool. Have stayed twice now and find it good value”
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Garry
New Zealand
“Excellent location, handy to all amenities.
Beach not far away and shops all just out the gate.”
Leeanne
New Zealand
“Location was amazing, could walk everywhere
The staff where super friendly”
Donna
New Zealand
“We luved the location. Staff are lovely. A bit dated but rooms are big and Upgrade is going to be done.”
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Alex
New Zealand
“It was a perfect stay. The location is perfect, the unit is very spacious. There's everything you need on the kitchen, even french press and some ground coffee! The owners are delightful and always on site for anything you need.”
Liam
New Zealand
“Great Motel.
Having Sky TV was awesome.
The owners were very friendly, chatty and accommodating.”
Property surroundings
House rules
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Check-in
From 14:00 to 20:00
Check-out
From 07:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 2 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
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