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Albatross Motel

4.0 star property

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a balcony with curtains.
Reception
Two Bedroom Apartment | Living area | 32-inch Smart TV with satellite channels, TV
Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, individually decorated
A compact kitchen with a stainless steel sink, a microwave, and a window with a view of trees.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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56 Meeanee Quay, Westshore, Westshore, Napier, 4110
  • Place, Westshore Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Pandora Pond
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, National Tobacco Company Building
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay)
    ‪2 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium Studio | Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, individually decorated

Premium Studio

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A compact hotel room with a bed, a small dining table, and chairs. There is a kitchenette with a sink and a stove.

One Bedroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a fan, and a balcony with a view.

Studio Twin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, two chairs, a small table, a wardrobe, and a view of the outside.

Studio Double Ground Floor

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, and a coffee table. There is a television and a small table with a plant.

Two Bedroom Apartment

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 49 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, individually decorated

Twin Room

  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, individually decorated

Studio Double Upper Floor

  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Studio | Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, individually decorated

Deluxe Studio

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Albatross Motel

Along with a hot tub, this motel has a seasonal outdoor pool and laundry facilities. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, express check-out, tour/ticket assistance and gas grills are on-site.
Albatross Motel offers 34 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes dining tables. Accommodation at this 4-star motel has kitchenettes with microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower.

This Napier motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch Smart televisions come with premium satellite channels. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

A seasonal outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site.
During your stay at Albatross Motel, you're just a quick walk from Westshore Beach. Free WiFi in public areas, free self-parking and breakfast (surcharge) are available.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • To-go breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Take a swim in the seasonal outdoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • Services include tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage
  • 11 minutes by foot from Ahuriri Estuary and a 2-minute drive from Pandora Pond
  • Airport shuttle service available for a fee
Albatross Motel offers its guests a hot tub and a seasonal outdoor pool. WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available on request) is available for a fee. A terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Albatross Motel. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Napier motel.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a to-go breakfast daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 8:30 AM to 6:00 PM on request
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily on-the-go breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 14.50 for adults and NZD 14.50 for children

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 1989
  • Colonial architecture
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 20
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open Monday - Thursday (8:00 AM - 8:00 PM) and Friday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 8:00 PM)
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 1 May to 1 September:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 10.0 per stay.

Payment types at the property

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 to-go breakfast: from approximately NZD 14.50 for adults and from NZD 14.50 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 10 per room (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: NZD 10 (one-way), (up to 18 years old)
  • Late check-out fee: NZD 20 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 10.0 per stay

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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
Albatross Motel offers transfers from the airport (fees may apply). Please contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation 48 hours prior to arrival with your arrival details. This property's front desk is open during the following times:
  • Monday - Thursday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests arriving after 7:30 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive an email 48 hours before arrival with check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in October and close in March.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property class

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

Property is also known as

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Albatross Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 79 out of 231 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 97 out of 231 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 35 out of 231 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 231 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 231 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
easy parking Great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable and great service
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room friendly staff very comfortable bed
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Judith Pene-

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice manager, tidy clean room, reasonable facilities.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Chor Ee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean and the beds were very comfortable. The location of the motel was conveniently located within walking distance of the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are clean. Great shower unit.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very courteous and informative staff. Very clean room. Good sized parking lot. Very nice back patio on each groundfloor unit. The motel is a bit worn and we had to rehang the blackout curtains. Nice location with a long walking trail in the lagoon across the street and the ocean only 2 blocks away. We would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mackenzie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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6/10 Okay

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness
Bad shower.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Russell

Liked: Staff & service
Great value, dated.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Helen

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

Overall great motel

Great stay, very comfortable bed, very clean, good location for bike riding, excellent restaurant - Habitat just down the road
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Lorenzo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very accommodating, the Host was awesome and we had a wonderful time there.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Terese

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly and it was very clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
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8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Miluska

Liked: Amenities
Close to Fishing village. Comfortable stay
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful friendly welcome on checkin
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A nice pub nearby
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
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8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Good, Dependable Motel near Airport

Less than 5 minutes drive from Napier Airport, the Albatross Motel is also a close drive to central Napier, restaurants near Ahuriri, and the Esk Valley wine region as well as being across the road from the Ahuriri Lagoon and its walks. Great to stay here again and would be happy to stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was kept very clean by friendly and hard working housekeeping staff. There is a dedicated parking space for each room so no issues finding a parking spot. Would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pramuk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice place to stay. The reception staff was nice. There is a nice walking track close by.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was good only short stay for a date 2nights pub down road was good...
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great space
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All was beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great welcoming staff
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025