Mana-Nui Motel - Whitianga

$$$$||View on mapWhitianga, New Zealand20 Albert Street, Whitianga, Whitianga, New Zealand, 3510|
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Mana-Nui Motel - Whitianga
20 Albert Street, Whitianga, Whitianga, New Zealand, 3510·View on map
$$$$
Overall Score
Great
8.6Great
Location9.5
Staff9.5
Cleanliness9.1
Comfort8.9
Free WiFi8.9
Who stays here
Couples51%
Families34%
Groups10%
Solo4%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.6Great
Location9.5
Staff9.5
Cleanliness9.1
Comfort8.9
Free WiFi8.9
Who stays here
Couples51%
Families34%
Groups10%
Solo4%

3-star motel with a 2-minute walk to Buffalo Beach in Whitianga

Location

Mana-Nui Motel Whitianga sits just 300 meters from the white sands of Buffalo Beach, a 2-minute walk away. The motel is also a 5-minute walk from The Lost Spring hot pools, a popular geothermal attraction. Guests can reach Kuaotunu Beach in 15 minutes by car and Coromandel in 35 minutes.

Accommodation

The Mana-Nui Motel offers 12 ground-floor units, including classic 1970s-style rooms and modern studios. Some units feature full kitchen facilities with cooking appliances, while all have a toaster, fridge, and tea and coffee making. Each room includes an en suite bathroom with shower and free toiletries.

Family

This property caters to families with a children's playground and kids' outdoor play equipment on site. A swimming pool and spa pool (hot tub) are available for guest use, with the pool open all year. The motel also provides a guest laundry and daily towel changes at no extra cost.

Amenities

Guests can use complimentary BBQ facilities and outdoor seating areas for meals. Free 12GB WiFi is provided per person, with ample parking including space for boats and trailers. The owner-operated motel offers daily housekeeping, luggage storage, and an airport shuttle for an additional charge.

Service

The owners Merv and Joanne run Mana-Nui Motel, providing personalized service and local recommendations. Breakfast can be delivered to the room for an extra fee. The motel also has a designated smoking area and facilities for disabled guests, with key access and 24-hour security.

  • Location: 2-minute walk to Buffalo Beach, central to shops and restaurants
  • Rooms: 12 ground-floor units with full kitchen options
  • Family: Children's playground, kids' outdoor play equipment, and pool
  • Amenities: Complimentary BBQ, guest laundry, and free 12GB WiFi per person
  • Nearby: 5-minute walk to The Lost Spring hot pools, 15-min drive to Kuaotunu Beach
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-20:00
from 07:00-10:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
A full breakfast is served at the price of NZD 25.0 per person. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Number of rooms:8
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Rooms and availability

Twin Room
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
Studio
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
Family Room
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds or 1 Queen-size bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking

Off-site car park

Luggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour security

Shuttle

Free airport shuttle

Swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Spa and relaxation

Jacuzzi

Laundry

Services

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Dining

  • In-room breakfast

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Children's play area

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Jacuzzi

Room view

  • Street view

Room features

  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Bedroom

  • Electric blankets

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about Mana-Nui Motel

💵 Lowest room price 90 £
📏 Distance to centre 500 m
✈️ Distance to airport 180.1 km
🧳 Nearest airport Auckland, AKL

Location

20 Albert Street, Whitianga, Whitianga, New Zealand, 3510
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20 Albert Street, Whitianga, Whitianga, New Zealand, 3510
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20 Albert Street, Whitianga, Whitianga, New Zealand, 3510
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