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Manukau Motor Lodge

4.5 star property
Travelers find a convenient base at this Manukau motel near Rainbow's End, where a refreshing swimming pool awaits after shopping adventures nearby.

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Located in Manukau, Manukau Motor Lodge offers practical comforts like laundry facilities and free in-room WiFi. The swimming pool provides a welcome break after exploring local shopping spots. Guests consistently praise the staff for their helpful service.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$135
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 Bedroom, Hot Tub

Deluxe Room, 1 Bedroom, Hot Tub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, Hot Tub

Deluxe Room, Hot Tub

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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2 Storey, 2 Bedroom Unit

2 Storey, 2 Bedroom Unit

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 48 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Family Room, Kitchenette

Family Room, Kitchenette

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Executive Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette (Studio - Executive)

Executive Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette (Studio - Executive)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Double Room, Ensuite (Studio)

Standard Double Room, Ensuite (Studio)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Studio, Hot Tub (Studio - Spa)

Standard Studio, Hot Tub (Studio - Spa)

Standard Studio, Hot Tub (Studio - Spa)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Private hot tub
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Fan
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Twin Room, Ensuite (Studio - Twin)

Standard Twin Room, Ensuite (Studio - Twin)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Ensuite

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Ensuite

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Ensuite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Bedrooms

Standard Room, 2 Bedrooms

Standard Room, 2 Bedrooms

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
LED TV
2 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Separate bath and shower
Hairdryer
  • 48 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Near a train station, Manukau Motor Lodge is in Manukau, a neighbourhood in Auckland with great shopping. Logan Campbell Centre and Auckland War Memorial Museum are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Princes Wharf and Westfield Manukau City Shopping Centre. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Go Media Stadium or Eden Park. Visit our Auckland travel guide
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631 Great South Road, Manukau City Centre, Auckland, 2104

What's nearby

  • Rainbow\'s End featuring rides as well as a small group of people
    Rainbow's End
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Sky Tower which includes a city, modern architecture and a sunset
    Sky Tower
    18 min drive - 24.1 km
  • Westfield Manukau City Shopping Centre
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Due Drop Events Centre
    20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Vector Wero Whitewater Park
    1 min drive - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Manukau Station
    14 min walk
  • Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.)
    17 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    4 min walk
  • Melba Manukau
    6 min walk
  • Wendy's Hamburgers
    2 min walk
  • Eden Noodles Manukau
    4 min walk
  • Sakai
    4 min walk

About this property

Manukau Motor Lodge

Luxury lodge located in Manukau
Manukau Motor Lodge provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Swimming pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and proximity to shopping
Room features
All guest rooms at Manukau Motor Lodge offer amenities, such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with hairdryers
  • 32-inch LED TVs with digital channels
  • Microwaves, toasters and electric kettles

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Things to do

  • Pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Toaster

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 60

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and 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

  • Late check-out fee: NZD 60 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

Manukau Motor Lodge
Manukau Motor
Manukau Motor Lodge Motel
Manukau Motor Lodge Auckland
Manukau Motor Lodge Motel Auckland

Frequently asked questions

Does Manukau Motor Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Manukau Motor Lodge?

As of 6 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Manukau Motor Lodge on 8 Mar 2026 start from AU$135, 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 Manukau Motor Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Manukau Motor Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Manukau Motor Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Manukau Motor Lodge?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM. Late checkout is available for NZD 60 (subject to availability).

Where is Manukau Motor Lodge located?

Located in Manukau, this luxury lodge is within a 15-minute walk of Westfield Manukau City Shopping Centre and Rainbow's End. Due Drop Events Centre and Vector Wero Whitewater Park are also within 2 miles (3 km). Manukau Station is 14 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Manukau Motor Lodge Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 197 out of 439 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 172 out of 439 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 50 out of 439 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 439 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 439 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

melchor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall, a great place to stay. Clean rooms, good staff and good amenities. Only minor downside is the narrow parking spaces and plane noises but expected for its location.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

irene

Liked: Cleanliness
very clean, handy to everything, good staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Mark

The room was clean and tidy except when I opened the Compendium and the pages were covered in food of some sort! Reception Staff were great and overall the room pretty good with a comfortable bed. I thought it was value for money. Thanks
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Anita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location was good close to restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great motel, excellent location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Annie Patsy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
So close to mall loads of shops great location for public transport can leave car parked up at motel nice restaurants around rooms are clean shout out to the receptionist very welcoming and friendly overall a lovely 3 day stay will definitley come back
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Logan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The motel was central to where I was working very handy and just a nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Renita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's was nice and clean room. Only the room blinds were so hard to close.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

May

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenience of being close to manukau shopping centre felt safe & amenities clean very good shower & spa bath. Thank you. Will stay there again when visiting Auckland for shopping from Dargaville.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel next to plenty of places to eat and shop. Very well maintained.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Patti

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean motel. Convenient to shops and free parking. We hired 2 rooms and were happy but 1 of the Queen beds could do with replacing as old & too soft.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bed. Quiet and peaceful place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wehe

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location, cleanliness, affordable, awesome and helpful staff, private and easy access to room and surrounding areas, swimming pool
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leonie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was situated in a great spot, easy ti walk to food outlers, shopping malls etc. Staff were really friendly, unit clean and had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, tidy, good sized room, central location, great experience checking in and out
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely clean room and great service, was well looked after and lovely friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great check in and check out process. Staff were amazing
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ariana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable & compfy beds
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

Good choice near airport

The Manukau Motor Lodge was a convenient place for us to stay before returning the rental car to the airport the next morning. The small pool was unheated, but the sauna (15 NZD) was a nice touch.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Rae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff , felt really looked after. In the perfect spot for shopping, dinning. While on a Main Street it was very quiet
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay and the team were very good to communicate with considering we arrived in late.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024