About
A 5-minute walk from Pilot Bay and Mount Main Beach, Baywatch Motor Inn offers barbecue facilities and an outdoor plunge pool. It provides free Wi-Fi access and free parking. All rooms feature panoramic windows with city views. The air-conditioned guest rooms are equipped with electric blankets, soundproofed windows and a flat-screen TV. Each also comes with a microwave, a fridge and a toaster. Mount Maunganui Baywatch Motor Inn is 1.7 mi from The Mount and 3 mi from Bayfair Shopping Center. It is 3.1 mi from Tauranga Airport and 4 mi from Tauranga Bridge Marina.
431 Reviews
- Cleanliness
- 9.4
- Staff
- 9.6
- Location
- 9.4
What Guests Say
- “Perfect! Bed was comfortable, rooms were impeccably clean and staff was super friendly. I was worried about the location but it was…”
- “Very clean and comfortable.Staff was very helpful and friendly.”
Top Amenities
- Swimming Pool
- Free Internet Access
- Free Parking
- Accessible Rooms / Facilities
- Non-Smoking Rooms
Room Options
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1/2Executive
- Accessible bath/shower
- Accessible toilet
- Air conditioning
- Bath or Shower
1/4Queen Studio
- Air conditioning
- Bath or Shower
- Body soap
- Carpeting
1/4Executive Twin Room
- Accessible bath/shower
- Accessible toilet
- Air conditioning
- Bath or Shower
1/4Executive King Studio
- Air conditioning
- Bath or Shower
- Body soap
- Carpeting
1/4One-Bedroom Spa Suite
- Air conditioning
- Bath or Shower
- Body soap
- Carpeting
1/4One Bedroom Suite
- Air conditioning
- Bath or Shower
- Blackout curtains
- City view
1/4King Studio
- Air conditioning
- Bath or Shower
- Blackout curtains
- Carpeting
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What Guests Loved
Based on 431 reviews
Pros +
- Perfect! Bed was comfortable, rooms were impeccably clean and staff was super friendly. I was worried about the location but it was perfect. Couldn't ask for more!
- Location
- Very clean and comfortable.Staff was very helpful and friendly.
Cons -
- Nothing, we highly recommend!
- Lack of separate shower. Having to climb into the bathtub to have a shower does not suit an older person, there were no grab rails for safety. Toilet probably needs upgrading also.
- On the busy road into town with lots of muscle cars needing muffler repairs. Smaller room than what we are used to down under.
Perfect! Bed was comfortable, rooms were impeccably clean and staff was super friendly. I was worried about the location but it was perfect. Couldn't ask for more!
Nothing, we highly recommend!
Location
Lack of separate shower. Having to climb into the bathtub to have a shower does not suit an older person, there were no grab rails for safety. Toilet probably needs upgrading also.
Very clean and comfortable.Staff was very helpful and friendly.
Roughly halfway between Bay Oval and the Mount, this was the perfect location for a quick stay in Tauranga for the cricket and then a lovely walk the following day. Would definitely stay again. Owners are friendly and very helpful.
Very spacious and clean rooms.Beds were super comfortable.The owner of the place did everything he could to make us feel at home. Would definitely come back.
Nice room booked late in the day. 2 minute walk to the trendy part of town. Lodging in this area is priced higher than most throughout NZ, so finding this lesser priced motel with off-street parking was very much appreciated.
On the busy road into town with lots of muscle cars needing muffler repairs. Smaller room than what we are used to down under.
Staff very helpful and pleasant. Great location to shops and beach.
All good, no downside to this facility.
Location was great to the main streets of Mt Maunganui. It was quiet, even though right on the road, couldn't hear traffic or people. Nice and clean, bed was comfy. It was a great stay. The reception staff were super friendly. Check in and check out was super simple.
Only thing was the armchair had lost all of its padding and was very hard to sit on but other than that, it was a great stay.
Friendly reception staff and good communication.
Cleaning staff entered our room before checkout time without knocking. She then paced up and down the balcony which made us feel rushed to check out.
Great location as we could walk everywhere. Clean room and comfortable.
The room was perfect size, amenities good, very clean
Lovely facilities, awesome location - just a short walk to bay oval for cricket, host Leo was so nice and accommodated an early check in, rooms are spacious with spa bath and facilities as good as a hotel. So close to all the good bars and restaurants at the Mount.
Was greeted by staff on arrival We were given everything we needed and was shown around the premises.At the check out day staff were friendly and we were given a great warm send off Our room was clean and tidy all that we wanted. The beds were very comfortable Would definitely re book our stay again at these premises it was close to everything ?
Easy to find, great central location, spacious tody room.
Very clean room, comfortable and friendly staff.
Great location clean and tidy and comfortable! Staff were professional.and helpful. Great stay will definitely stay there again
Great location, and awesome staff. Clean and tidy.
Very clean & comfortable in a great location. Excellent host. Nice & Quiet.
Location Staff very friendly and very helpful lovely cleaning lady rooms were spotless. beds extremely comfortable
Lovely room, great location and super helpful staff
Amenities & Policies
Amenities
Swimming & Soaking
- Swimming Pool
- Fence around pool
- Outdoor pool
- Plunge pool
- Salt-water pool
Media & Technology
- Free Internet Access
Transportation
- Free Parking
- Accessible parking
Health & Safety
- Health Services
- Daily disinfection
Accessibility
- Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
- Facilities for disabled guests available
General
- Adult Only
- 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 | Guests age 6 and older are welcome. Children of age 6 and above can stay with extra bed, subject to additional charges. |
| Pets | Pets are not allowed. |
| Room Rates | All rates displayed are for two guests unless otherwise noted. |
Important info
The motel has “No Party” and “Quiet Enjoyment of All Guests” policies in place. If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform Baywatch Motor Inn in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation. Please note there is a 2.5% surcharge when you pay with a Visa or Mastercard credit card and a 4% surcharge when you pay with an American Express. Please note that this property may pre-authorize your credit card for the full amount of your stay within 7 days prior to your arrival. For more information, please contact the property using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. Swimming pool: Closed from Fri, May 1, 2026 until Tue, Dec 1, 2026
Location
349a Maunganui Road, Tauranga
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