See all properties
Save

Otaki Motel

Property class: 3

Photo gallery for Otaki Motel

Beach
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Studio Unit
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry room
The current price is AU$122
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr

Explore the area

View map
260 Main Highway, Otaki, 5512
  • Place, Otaki River Walks
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Otane Market
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Otaki Dog Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kapiti Coast Airport (PPQ)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Studio Unit

Studio Unit

Studio Unit

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(26 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Family Unit

Family Unit

Family Unit

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

About the area

Otaki

At Otaki Motel you'll be 1.9 km (1.2 mi) from Otaki River Walks and 1.9 km (1.2 mi) from Otane Market. Highlights at this motel include a golf course, and in-room kitchenettes and free WiFi. .This pet-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and a picnic area. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities and free newspapers in the lobby. Full breakfast is available. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this 3-property class Otaki motel, you'll be 2.6 km (1.6 mi) from Otaki Dog Park and 2.6 km (1.6 mi) from Otaki Museum.
View more Motels in OtakiOpens in a new window

What's nearby

  • Otaki River Walks - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Otane Market - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Otaki Museum - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Otaki Dog Park - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Waikanae Beach - 12 min drive - 20.8 km

Getting around

  • Kapiti Coast Airport (PPQ) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪River Stone Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Sixty SIX - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪La Casa Romana - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Hi Mate - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Otaki Motel

Otaki Motel offers its guests a golf course. WiFi is free in public spaces. Otaki Motel also features a garden, a picnic area, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Otaki motel is smoke free.

  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
Otaki Motel offers 5 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and free toiletries. Rooms open to furnished patios. Accommodation at this 3-star motel has kitchenettes with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Satellite televisions are provided. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Similar properties

Studio, Multiple Beds
Kapiti Gateway Motel
Waikanae
  • Pool
  • Spa pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
4.5 out of 5, Wonderful, 245 reviews
The price is AU$158
includes taxes & fees
26 Apr - 27 Apr
Kapiti Gateway Motel

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee: NZD 10 to 20 for adults and NZD 10 to 20 for children

Things to do

  • Golf course
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: NZD 10.00 per pet, per night
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach 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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 10.00 to 20.00 for adults and NZD 10.00 to 20.00 for children
  • Pet fee: NZD 10.00 per pet, 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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.

Property is also known as

Otaki Motel Motel Otaki
Otaki Motel Motel
Otaki Motel Otaki
Otaki Motel Motel
Otaki Motel Otaki
Otaki Motel Motel Otaki

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Otaki Motel?

Otaki Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Otaki Motel?

As of 24 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Otaki Motel on 27 Apr 2026 start from AU$122, 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.

Is parking available at Otaki Motel?

Yep, Otaki Motel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Otaki Motel?

The closest beach to Otaki Motel is Otaki Beach (4.4 km).

Does Otaki Motel serve breakfast?

You bet, full breakfast is available at Otaki Motel.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Otaki Motel?

No, Otaki Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Otaki Motel?

Check-in begins at 1 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Otaki Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 88 out of 180 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 62 out of 180 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 180 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 180 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 180 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely little motel in a lovely little town
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely motel with owner operators. I always stay here then drive onto the ferry the next morning— it’s a 50 minute drive to the ferry.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Joy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Basic, clean room with everything you needed albeit old!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Diane

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Kirsty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Warm and friendly welcome and tidy and nicely presented room. Enough space and amenities for what I needed. Plenty of offf road parking space. I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Karin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its an old style motel with well loved furniture, which i did not mind the least. The lady running the motel is super helpful & friendly. The room was clean and tidy, the amenities appropriate. Will definitely book again in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff. Clean and all the necessary utilities provided. Stay here frequently. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Older functional motel with a bush outlook.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Hans

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy parking
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

R

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely and quiet. Forgot my phone charge and he held it till I picked it back up.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rowan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Old but clean, convenient and all the ammenities needed for a comfortable stay. I would happily return.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff. Helpful and friendly. Beautiful clean room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jhonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great friendly service thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cosy motel suits to be out of Wellington but drivable to the ferry
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Went well.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I find this motel a perfect distance from the interislander ferry - a 50 min drive. It’s operated by the owners and it is a generational family business. A a former motelier I thoroughly recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoy stauong here this is my 6th time booking and i will be back for a week in October
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sporty

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little place will stay again, unit had a good feel about it
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

colin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent contact and responsiveness from staff, easy parking and easy check in, very comfy beds, heat pump was on for our arrival on a winter evening whuch was appreciated. Lovely new bathroom with nice shower.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent communications from the proprietors, after delays with the interislander ferries. Very obliging and hassle free. Clean, tidy and quiet rooms. Great stop off away from Wellington, on way to Auckland.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Once again, a great stay! 🙂

Always a little haven on the way to Wellington
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Doreen Alice

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
basic Ok for an overnight stay
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025