Ballina Motel

4.0 star property
Family-friendly Napier motel connected to a shopping centre, a quick walk to Eastern Institute of Technology

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Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, desk
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, desk
Exterior
Standard Room, 1 Bedroom

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Laundry
The current price is AU$97
includes taxes & fees
18 June - 19 June

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 5 of 5 rooms

Standard Studio

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
LED TV
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Executive Studio

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Executive Room, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Large Single Beds OR 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
  • 54 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 1 Queen Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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About the area

Map
393 Gloucester Street, Napier, 4112

What's nearby

  • Pettigrew Green Arena - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Church Road Winery - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Mission Estate Winery - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Marine Parade - 8 min drive - 7.8 km
  • National Aquarium of New Zealand - 9 min drive - 8.1 km

Getting around

  • Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sideline Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Anatolia Taradale - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Orbit Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Deano's Bar & Grill - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Ballina Motel

Upscale family-friendly motel near Church Road Winery
Located close to Pettigrew Green Arena and Eastern Institute of Technology, Ballina Motel provides dry cleaning/laundry services and car hire on-site. Adventurous travellers may like the cycling at this motel. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self-parking
  • Bike hire, motorhome/coach/lorry parking and express check-out
  • Express check-in, babysitting (surcharge) and free newspapers
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Ballina Motel boast comforts, such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks, such as separate sitting areas and bathrobes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Pillowtop mattresses and down duvets
  • Hydromassage showers, designer toiletries and hairdryers
  • 32-cm LED TVs with premium channels and DVD players
  • Separate sitting areas, kitchenettes and fridges

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free secured, covered self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room babysitting
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room washer/dryer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2004
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-cm LED TV with premium satellite channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Washer/dryer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
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 50
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Friday (8:00 AM - 5:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8 AM - 5:00 PM)
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 35.00 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out fee: NZD 50 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 35.00 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

Ballina Motel
Best Western Ballina Motel
Best Western Ballina Motel Napier
Best Western Ballina Napier
Motel Ballina
Ballina Motel Napier
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Frequently asked questions

Is Ballina Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Ballina Motel?

As of 10 June 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ballina Motel on 18 June 2025 start from AU$96.68, including 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.

How much is parking at Ballina Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Ballina Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ballina Motel?

Checkout is at 10 AM. Late checkout is available for NZD 50 (subject to availability).

Where is Ballina Motel located?

This family-friendly Napier motel is located near the airport, within a 15-minute walk of Eastern Institute of Technology and Pettigrew Green Arena. Church Road Winery and Mission Estate Winery are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Ballina Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 201 out of 383 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 127 out of 383 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 383 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 383 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 383 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Love the Ballina motel as it is safe.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

I like the privacy and saftey of this motel. I will always use The Ballina motel Napier.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

I like the privacy and conforential and great size rooms.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Clean spacious rooms. Good bathroom. Comfortable bed. Very quiet motel on a busy road.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Its very convenient to get to other shops and not far from taradale township.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Great all round
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

I very much liked the privacy of the motel. Staff are helpful and pleasant. I enjoy staying there so much iv decided2 make it a weekly thing.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10

As above. Tired rooms, marked carpets, towels, no personal service, broken hot tap in loo. Was lovely and quiet and plenty of warm blankets
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Easy to find and very clean
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Very clean very comfortable no pro
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10

few minor problems but over-all quite happy
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10

Good overall experience.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10

Close to Taradale shops and quiet. Had everything I needed. I will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10

Handy to Taradale
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10

Stayed one night. Short drive from Napier city centre. Room was clean and spacious. Good value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10

Unfortunately the Sky television connection went down on the third night and as a result we had no tv for the remaining 4 nights, but when I went to hand in the key we received a decent amount of discount which was great.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

6/10

Minor repairs needed. Toilet door couldn't shut. TV remote battery flat. Thorough spring clean could do wonders.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10

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Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10

property average but NO FRONT DESK STAFF,NO EMERGENCY PHONE,NEVERED ANSWERED TX. TOLD BY CLEANER owners living on top flat are AFGAHAN and do NOT SPEAK ENGLISH AND AVOID thier customers !!hopeless. IS THIS LEGAL TO OPPERATE THIS WAY !!!NEVER STOP HERE AGAIN. Other clients voicing simal problems. 1 out of 10.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Excellent place to stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10

*
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

Great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10

wonderful clean room, great staff service, friendly and pleasant. Perfect for a business stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10

Nice place to stay 😀
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10

Easy check in and check out, very clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024