Aquarius Motel

3.0 star property
3-star beach motel with free WiFi

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Balcony
Property entrance
Double Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Flat-screen TV
Reviews
8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included

Explore the area

Map
103 Harbour Road, Ohope, 3121
  • Popular LocationOhope Beach3 min walk
  • Popular LocationMaraetotara Reserve3 min drive
  • Popular LocationOhope International Golf Club5 min drive
  • AirportRotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional)80 min drive

Room options

Deluxe Studio, Jetted Tub

10/10 Exceptional
  • 25 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Family Apartment

10/10 Exceptional
  • 861 sq ft
  • Sleeps 7
  • 3 Twin Beds, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Comfort Studio, Balcony

10/10 Exceptional
  • 25 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family Room, 1 Bedroom

10/10 Exceptional
  • 50 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

Double Room

8.9/10 Excellent
  • 20 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Ohope

Close to the beach.Stay at this Ohope motel and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Ohope Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Ohiwa Harbour. Maraetotara Reserve and Ohope International Golf Club are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Ohope Beach - 3 min walk
  • Ohiwa Harbour - 17 min walk
  • Maraetotara Reserve - 3 min drive
  • Ohope International Golf Club - 5 min drive
  • Whakatane Hospital - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 81 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Gibbo's Fresh Fish - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Kfc - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Ohiwa Macadamias - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cafe 4U - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Aquarius Motel

3-star beach motel with free WiFi
As a guest of Aquarius Motel, you'll find a terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance. WiFi is free in public spaces. Aquarius Motel also features a garden, laundry facilities, and room service (during limited hours). Self parking is free.
  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
Aquarius Motel offers 12 accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. This Ohope motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: NZD 15 to 25 per person

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: NZD 10 per accommodation, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

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 full breakfast: approximately NZD 15 to 25 per person
  • Pet fee: NZD 10 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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

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
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 and Mastercard. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

This property does not have a Qualmark® rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Aquarius Motel Ohope
Aquarius Ohope
Aquarius Motel Motel
Aquarius Motel Ohope
Aquarius Motel Motel Ohope

Frequently asked questions

How close is Aquarius Motel to the airport?

Aquarius Motel is 12 mi (24-min drive) away from the Whakatane (WHK) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Aquarius Motel?

As of Jun 9, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aquarius Motel on Jun 10, 2024 start from $68.49, excluding 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.

Does Aquarius Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Aquarius Motel.

How close is Aquarius Motel to the beach?

This motel is 16.6 mi (24-min drive) from Opotiki Beach.

Does Aquarius Motel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Aquarius Motel, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of between NZD 15 and 25 per person. It's available every day from 7 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Aquarius Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Aquarius Motel?

Check-in begins at 2 PM.

Is there free parking at Aquarius Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Aquarius Motel have a pool?

Aquarius Motel does not have a pool.

Does Aquarius Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Aquarius Motel to downtown Ohope?

Aquarius Motel is 2 mi away from Ohope.

Aquarius Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 119 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 43 out of 119 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 119 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 119 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 119 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect spot near the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

kevin

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Value for money quiet location
Handy to beach without being right on it. Decor a little tired but good value for money
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

martin

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Herman J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

nicky

Disliked: Cleanliness
3 star motel - as you would expect
3 star motel - exactly how you would expect. Pretty bad language barrier at check in. Got a shock off the oven switch. Oven it self was dirty. Dated decor. But reasonably priced, quiet and close to the beach
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

KAMLA

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our 2 nights stay here. So close to beautiful beach. Its nice and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had everything we needed, just missing a bit of TLC around the property. Thanks
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice easy clean spacious rooms. Very close to the beach, everything you needed.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Jaydee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023