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Motel de la Mer

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Penthouse Apartment | Living area | 42-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV, Netflix
Penthouse Apartment | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, desk
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Penthouse Apartment | Living area | 42-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV, Netflix

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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321 Marine Parade, Napier, 4001
  • Place, Marine Parade
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Napier Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, National Aquarium of New Zealand
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, desk

Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, desk

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, desk

Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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42-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV, Netflix

Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Penthouse Apartment | Living area | 42-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV, Netflix

Penthouse Apartment

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 49 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Executive Spa Suite | Living area | 42-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV, Netflix

Executive Spa Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 47 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Studio Spa Suite Executive | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, desk

Studio Spa Suite Executive

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Studio Spa Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, desk

Studio Spa Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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42-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV, Netflix

Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non-Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Motel de la Mer

A snack bar/deli, concierge services and dry cleaning are available at this smoke-free motel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, laundry facilities, tour/ticket assistance and a banquet hall are on-site.
Motel de la Mer offers 11 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to patios. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 42-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels and Netflix. Accommodation at this 3-star motel has kitchenettes with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower with a hydromassage showerhead, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Motel de la Mer. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Napier Beach. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus a snack bar/deli.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Continental breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • Steps from Marine Parade and Napier Beach
There's a snack bar/deli on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. The business-friendly Motel de la Mer also features tour/ticket assistance, concierge services, and laundry facilities. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star Napier motel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a continental breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

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

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: NZD 20 per person
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Private wine tours
  • Wine tours

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • On the waterfront

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2004
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 7:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 per cent for credit card payments
There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
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

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 30 per night.

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 continental breakfast: from approximately NZD 20 per person
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 30 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 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

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 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, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and window guards
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
This property does not have a front desk. Guests arriving after 7:30 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. The host will greet guests on arrival.
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.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

de la Mer Napier
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Motel de la Mer Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 423 out of 497 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 64 out of 497 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 497 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 497 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 497 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly helpful staff, great location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great size room, well presented, friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great room, easy parking, excellent staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, easy walk to town centre, very spacious room. Good advice on restaurants and local sights to see.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious tidy room, very helpful manager. Well located on Marine Parade.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyable stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kym

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and perfect staff hospitality. Excellent value too.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location - cusp of Art Deco area - which I did not know at the time of booking. The room and facility was beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lars

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room with private spa. Fantastic surroundings. Julian was a very nice and considerate host, he brought us a delicious breakfast in the morning.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

chris

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The owner of the facility was outstanding, the room was very large spotless with a waterfront view. It was an outstanding place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

PAUL

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, fab facilities in room, very helpful staff, super friendly, free laundry room, beautifully clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and spacius. At the beach front. Walking distance to supermarket and aquarium. Beautiful beach, gardens.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, central
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, excellent room and wonderful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful place to stay - highly recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorne

Liked: Amenities
This motel is a five star. Management is very attentive to all guests and staff. Can’t say enough good things about this facility.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Totally awesome place to stay :)
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Raewyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an excellent stay at Motel de la Mer. Our room was bright and incredibly clean. The owners run the place on site and are very friendly. Location is great, right across from the ocean
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rob

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

weekend away

Easy parking, great host, very clean and tidy and quiet and within walking distance of everything you need.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JULIE

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super comfortable and clean. Well equipped. Very friendly owner Walkable to downtown and art deco area
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sonya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room and close to restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debrah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely hotel with great facilities and a brilliant location.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean, super friendly, great location across from the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thoroughly enjoyed our overnight stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Seung-lip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was spacious and clean. Good location for access to beach and downtown. The rate was affordable also.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025