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Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery

3.0 star property

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A well-maintained lawn with a stone pathway leading to a building.
A bar area with wooden walls, a red carpet, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.
Two framed artworks depicting architectural scenes.
A neatly made bed with a blue quilt, a wooden headboard with the word "OWLS" on it, a bedside table with a lamp, and a small tray with coffee items.
An outdoor seating area with wooden tables and stools, a candle holder, and a concrete floor.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is AU$93
includes taxes & fees
27 July - 28 July

Explore the area

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12 Ruru Street, Piopio, Waikato, 3912
  • Place, Te Kuititanga-O-Nga-Whakaaro
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Big Shearer
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Waitomo Glowworm Caves
    ‪34 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a headboard with 'OWLS NEST' text, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Queen & Single Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A neatly arranged hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a shelf with toiletries, and a window with curtains.

Queen Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, each with a checkered blanket and pillows, a small bedside table with a coffee maker, and a window with curtains.

Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, each with brown bedding and white pillows. There is a headboard with the text "OWLS NEST" above the beds. A small table with a tray of folded towels is visible.

Queen & Single Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, each with brown bedding and white pillows. There is a small bedside table with a lamp and a nightstand with a lamp. The room has a simple, clean design with a carpeted floor.

Family Room

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A neatly made bed with a blue quilt, a wooden headboard with the word "OWLS" on it, a bedside table with a lamp, and a small tray with coffee items.

Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a window.

King + Sofa Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a shelf with toiletries, and a window with curtains.

Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Twin Room

A hotel room with two beds, each with a checkered blanket, a small bedside table with a coffee maker, and a window with curtains.

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Piopio

At Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery, you'll be 12.8 km (8 mi) from Tainui Historical Society Museum and 23.3 km (14.5 mi) from Big Shearer. Highlights at this motel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This smoke-free motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a garden. Other amenities include laundry facilities, barbecues and a picnic area. Continental breakfast is available daily. .In proximity to this 3-property class Piopio motel you'll find Waitomo Glowworm Caves.
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What's nearby

  • Te Kuititanga-O-Nga-Whakaaro - 15 min drive - 29.0 km
  • Big Shearer - 15 min drive - 29.0 km
  • Kiwi House Native Bird Park - 30 min drive - 53.8 km
  • Woodlyn Park - 34 min drive - 51.9 km
  • Waitomo Glowworm Caves - 34 min drive - 51.9 km

Getting around

  • Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.) - 159 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fat Pigeon Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Clover Leaf Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Piopio Cosmopolitan Club - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pio Pio Orchard - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery also features barbecue grills, a garden, and a picnic area. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Piopio motel is smoke free.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery offers 10 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available for a fee: NZD 10 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • 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

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 continental breakfast: from approximately NZD 10.00 per person

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 accepts Visa and Mastercard. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

Property class

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

Property is also known as

Owls Nest Motel Piopio
Owls Nest Motel
Owls Nest Piopio
Owls Nest Motel
Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery Motel
Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery Piopio
Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery Motel Piopio

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery?

Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery?

As of 24 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery on 27 July 2026 start from AU$93, 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 Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery?

Yep, Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery?

The closest beach to Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery is Marokopa Beach (31.6 km).

Does Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery serve breakfast?

You bet, continental brekkie is on offer daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery?

No, Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 121 out of 225 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 82 out of 225 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 225 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 225 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 225 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hetal

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable stay. Visited with family and was not disappointed with the accomodations.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A welcoming, comfortable environment where we felt right at home!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Ivar

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes and good staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely clean room
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean & beds were comfortable , the share kitchen was great good with a decent size room. We had a medical issue & the staff were fantastic helping us out
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Raewyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was comfortable, food and drinks in the restaurant excellent and the staff was lovely. Manager Dee fantastic. Thank you for another lovely stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice room, good restaurant on site, friendly staff,
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very quaint and quite setting. Absolutely loved the ambiance. Lots of character.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotless roomand facilities, great staff. Communal kitchen and lounge area were a fabulous bonus. And toast, cereal and coffee at any time in the kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
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8/10 Good

Shruti

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for our 1 night stopover to New Plymouth.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Pik Wai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
nice hotel and nice food
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome spot. Staff so very friendly. Clean and loved the styling.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic place to stay like staying with old friends Food and service out of this world Highly recomend staying here
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Penny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love that it has the Bar a& Eatery which is why we stayed.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
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8/10 Good

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice tidy rooms, friendly staff. Great proximity to the pub!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Alastair

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and adequate for an overnight stay. Staff were helpful. The bar and eatery was closed the night we were there but the Fat Pigeon around the corner was exceptional for a small town.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Niamh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Common area furniture was a bit tired. Excellent staff. Room very clean. BUT the eatery wasnt open the night we stayed which meant a drive to Te Kuiti for evening meal.probably would have chosen to stop in Te Kuiti if we'd known
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The pub and restaurant was a big plus and the meals are quite nice
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly check-in, and pet friendly. Clean and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice room and stuff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, Clean excellent dining options. Perfect for an overnight stay or when exploring the area.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
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6/10 Okay

Ange

Our stay was satisfactory
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stop over accomodation
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

ZHEN

Clean room,
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026