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About
Located opposite Buffalo Beach, The Oceanside Motel features rooms with a private terrace or balcony offering views of Mercury Bay. It offers a portable barbecue, free beach towels, free kayak rental and free parking. Accommodations options include 1 bedroom, deluxe and executive studios and suites. All are heated and self-contained with a microwave, stove, refrigerator, and tea/coffee making facilities. A flat-screen TV with satellite channels is standard in all accommodations. The Oceanside can cater for leisure, group and corporate bookings and is an ideal base from which to explore the many scenic attractions of the Coromandel. The Oceanside Motel Whitianga is 5 minutes’ walk from The Lost Spring and 25 minutes’ drive from the famous Cathedral Cove. Auckland International Airport is a 2.5-hour drive away.
332 Reviews
- Cleanliness
- 9.0
- Staff
- 9.3
- Location
- 9.5
What Guests Say
- “The host was friendly and welcoming. The room was very clean and had all necessities. The location was perfect.”
- “Was a great location, friendly staff, comfortable room and had everything we needed”
Top Amenities
- Free Internet Access
- Free Parking
- Accessible Rooms / Facilities
- Airport Shuttle
- Beachfront
- Non-Smoking Rooms
Room Options
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Exclusively for Priceline members Details
1/4Studio Executive
- Alarm clock
- Balcony
- Barbecue
- Bath or Shower
1/4Executive Suite with Spa Bath and Sea View
- Alarm clock
- Balcony
- Barbecue
- Bath or Shower
1/4Deluxe Suite with Sea View
- Alarm clock
- Balcony
- Barbecue
- Bath or Shower
1/4One-Bedroom Suite with Sea View
- Alarm clock
- Balcony
- Barbecue
- Bath or Shower
1/41 Bedroom
- Accessible vanities
- Alarm clock
- Balcony
- Bath or Shower
1/4Family Deluxe Room
- Alarm clock
- Balcony
- Bath or Shower
- Carpeting
1/4Executive Room B
- Accessible vanities
- Alarm clock
- Balcony
- Bath or Shower
1/4Executive Studio
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- Balcony
- Bath or Shower
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What Guests Loved
Based on 332 reviews
Pros +
- The host was friendly and welcoming. The room was very clean and had all necessities. The location was perfect.
- Was a great location, friendly staff, comfortable room and had everything we needed
- The location was great.Across the road from the beach.The unit was quite small but perfectly adequate for just 2 people.We appreciated having a sizeable bottle of milk available on arrival plus a generous number of tea bags.We also appreciated being able to access our unit earlier than is normal.
Cons -
- It was extremely windy during our stay and the surf was rough. We were not used to the noise. Double glazing would have reduced it significantly.
- The shower rose was small with poor water pressure
- The shower inside a soaker tub, with a step, was cumbersome. You have to be nimble.
The host was friendly and welcoming. The room was very clean and had all necessities. The location was perfect.
It was extremely windy during our stay and the surf was rough. We were not used to the noise. Double glazing would have reduced it significantly.
Was a great location, friendly staff, comfortable room and had everything we needed
The location was great.Across the road from the beach.The unit was quite small but perfectly adequate for just 2 people.We appreciated having a sizeable bottle of milk available on arrival plus a generous number of tea bags.We also appreciated being able to access our unit earlier than is normal.
The shower rose was small with poor water pressure
The view was perfect. Everything we wanted clean and staff lovely breakfast very nice too
The locations, the outdoor dining, kitchen was totally functional - awesome spot.
The shower inside a soaker tub, with a step, was cumbersome. You have to be nimble.
The room was large and comfortable with evertwe needed for a great stayThe beach across the road was spectacular. We swam every day It is within walking distance of cafes and casual restaurants
Amazing location front of the beach, couldn't execpted better for that ! Near from town and restaurants.Comfy beds !
Faucet leak in the kitchen (water sounds in the sink) and the toilets in the entrance hall, a bit strange.
Great view. Close to restaurants and shops. Parking ok.
Very unusual bathroom/ toilet arrangement. Bedroom quite cramped and tiniest of wardrobe.
Location clean and tidy
Shower was not the best and main bed was hard
Fantastic location. Bedroom/ living layout was perfect for us.
A comfy couch would have been great. And some hooks or place to hang towels.
Beachfront, 20min walk into town super freindly and helful staff, offered towels and spade to take to hot water beach.Very clean and well equiped kitchenette
Ground floor rooms could do with a sheer curtain for ppl walking past (so minor though)
Property was clean and in a good location. The view out to the sea was great. The beds were comfortable.
Nothing bad about the property.
The location and view was amazing. The kids enjoyed being in their own space in the lounge area. It had everything we needed to be self-sufficient. The manager was really friendly and accommodating. they provided us with complimentary shovels and beach towels to go to Hot Water Beach.
The only down-side was that there was no air conditioning or fly screens, so it got hot inside. Portable fans were provided though. It was my own fault for not checking if aircon was provided, so this is no fault of the property
This motel is located in the million dollar view spot. Just opposite the beach. From your front door to beach is 20meters. View is incredible. Friendly staffParking spot providedFree wifiClean towelsToilet bathroom well cleanedGood size bed for family of 5Restaurants and Cafe all nearby if u like to take takeouts.
Woke up in the middle of the night to drink water and saw heaps of ants in kitchen area and some kind of insects on the ceiling
View from lounge & location
Mattress was uncomfortable & water pressure in shower was not great.
Location was amazing view and easy to get to city centre for boat trips and activities, also walking distance to restaurants etc.
The view was amazing! We could watch the sunrise right from our balcony. The owner/Manager was so nice, welcoming and delivered breakfast to our room. Would love to stay longer!
You can walk from your apartment straight to the beach by just crossing the road. It's close to town. The beds are comfortable.
Location was great being directly adjacent to the beach.. Owner was down to earth and friendly.Room was very clean and new carpet.Bed was comfortable
Only thing would be the water pressure in shower wasn’t the greatest but no big deal really
Excellent location great views and very friendly staff.
No AC it was very hot to sleep.
Amenities & Policies
Amenities
Swimming & Soaking
- Beachfront
Media & Technology
- Free Internet Access
Transportation
- Free Parking
- Airport Shuttle
- Accessible parking
Health & Safety
- Health Services
- Daily disinfection
Accessibility
- Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
Kid Friendly
- Family Friendly
General
- No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
Guest policies
| Check-in | After 2:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Check-out | Before 10:00 AM |
| Internet | Free Wi-Fi is available. |
| Parking | Free parking is available. |
| Children & Extra Beds | Children of all ages are welcome. Children of age 0 and above can stay with cot, subject to additional charges. |
| Pets | Pets are not allowed. |
| Room Rates | All rates displayed are for two guests unless otherwise noted. |
Important info
Please note that there is a 2% charge when you pay with a Visa or Mastercard credit card. Please note that there is a 3.5% charge when you pay with an American Express or Diners Club credit card.
Location
32 Buffalo Beach Road, Whitianga
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