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Academy Motor Inn

Property class: 3

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outside.
An outdoor seating area with a table and two chairs, surrounded by a small garden with a palm tree and a potted plant.
A sign with the word "Academy" in large letters, surrounded by potted plants and a clear sky.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a hot tub.
A modern living room with a dining table, two grey armchairs, and a small side table with a plant. There are framed artworks on the wall and a kitchen area in the background.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
The current price is AU$209
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept

Explore the area

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734 Cameron Rd, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, 3112
  • Place, Tenpin Tauranga
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Memorial Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Memorial Park
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Tauranga (TRG)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Studio Suite

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

Studio Suite

  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Apartment, 1 Bedroom

A compact living space with two sofas, a dining table, a small kitchen area, and a door marked with the number 13.

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Tauranga

At Academy Motor Inn you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Tenpin Tauranga and Memorial Park. Highlights at this motel include free self-parking, Access to hot tub and in-room kitchenettes. .This motel has free WiFi in public areas, a garden and a banquet hall. Plus you'll find a seasonal outdoor swimming pool. On weekday mornings cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 8:30 AM. .In the area of this 3-property class Tauranga South motel, you'll find Mount Maunganui.
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What's nearby

  • Tenpin Tauranga - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Memorial Park - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • beach near Memorial Park - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Brain Watkins House - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Mount Maunganui - 13 min drive - 12.5 km

Getting around

  • Tauranga (TRG) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪88 Chinese Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Love Rosie - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Talk Of India - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Barrel Room - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lloyds Deli & Pizzeria - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Academy Motor Inn

Academy Motor Inn offers its guests a hot tub and a seasonal outdoor pool. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Tauranga motel.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
Academy Motor Inn offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodation at this 3-star motel has kitchenettes with stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

This Tauranga motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 40-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels and Netflix. Additionally, rooms include free toiletries and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
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includes taxes & fees
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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 and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Weekday cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: NZD 29 for adults and NZD 29 for children

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Paper towels
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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 cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately NZD 29 for adults and from NZD 29 for children

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, debit cards and cash
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, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open on 24 October and close on 27 April.
  • Pool access available from 8:30 AM to 8:00 PM

Property class

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

Property is also known as

Academy Motor Inn Motel
Academy Motor Inn Tauranga
Academy Motor Inn Motel Tauranga

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Academy Motor Inn?

Yep, Academy Motor Inn has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Academy Motor Inn?

As of 20 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Academy Motor Inn on 3 Sept 2026 start from AU$209, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Academy Motor Inn?

The closest beach to Academy Motor Inn is Pilot Bay Beach (8 km).

Does Academy Motor Inn have a pool?

Academy Motor Inn has a seasonal outdoor pool. The pool is open 8:30 AM to 8:00 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from October 24 to April 27).

What makes Academy Motor Inn a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Academy Motor Inn.

Does Academy Motor Inn serve breakfast?

You bet, cooked-to-order breakfast is available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Academy Motor Inn?

No, Academy Motor Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Academy Motor Inn?

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

Are pets allowed at Academy Motor Inn?

No, pets are not allowed.

Academy Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic place to stay!! Very clean and tidy
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great motel, very clean and spacious. Awesome pool for the kids. Easy to get to nearby beaches etc but a nice respite from the hustle and bustle
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hans Ã…ke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025