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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
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • 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
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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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

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

Penthouse Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 49 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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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
(10 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 47 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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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
(18 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Studio Spa Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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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

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About this property

Motel de la Mer

Waterfront motel with free parking, steps from Marine Parade
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 Marine Parade. 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

  • 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

  • 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 not available.

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
  • 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 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. 405 out of 477 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 62 out of 477 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 477 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 477 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 477 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

Jing

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the best Motel I have ever stayed in. I love everything about this motel. The room is so clean and stylish with an amazing view!!! Everything you need is provided. Microwave, stove, everything you need for the kitchen. The location is great. Close to everything I wanted to go. The manager Julian is absolutely amazing!!!!!! He had done everything he could to make my stay fantastic!!! Thank you, Julian.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely service. Room clean. Friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I thoroughly enjoyed my stay. The room was well appointed, clean and the location was excellent. An improvement would be to sort out the Wifi - the connectivity was poor.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mireille, Gatineau

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

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

8/10 Good

Alexis

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Mohammad

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Greta location. Rooms are clean, spacious and very tidy. The water kettle in room 3 does not work :)
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

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

10/10 Excellent

h h

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul, Christchurch

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Garth

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

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great large room, right across from skate park. Very friendly service - thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was incredible kind. It felt more like family than staying in a hotel. Really wonderful experience. Very comfortable and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelley Moana

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

Friendly staff, Great location

A home away from home with friendly staff, but of luxury spa bath in rooms, locatin is great on marine parade, walking distance to town centre, restaurants and other attractions like the acquarium
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Murray

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
liked everything about the property, except that the outside lighting was to much and lit up the unit to much at night
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The friendly welcoming smile on arrival & when seen around the complex was wonderful. Rooms clean & spacious. When relaxing at night, the lack of sport options on TV a little disappointing.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anil

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Like the most was service which was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely amenities and service.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel staff where awesome
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property with an ocean view. Room was modern, clean and vry well-equipped, including a spa bath as well as a shower
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025