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Papakura Pioneer Motor Lodge and Motel

2.5 star property
Travelers find a comfortable retreat at this cozy lodge in Papakura, perfect for unwinding after days spent exploring the surrounding New Zealand landscapes

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Pioneer Motor Lodge and Motel welcomes visitors with practical comforts after a day of adventures. Enjoy in-room WiFi for planning activities, laundry facilities for refreshing clothes, and free self-parking for easy coming and going.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
The current price is AU$128
includes taxes & fees
18 Mar - 19 Mar

Room options

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Studio

Studio

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Family Unit

Family Unit

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
  • 6 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Comfort Studio Suite

Comfort Studio Suite

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Papakura is home to Papakura Pioneer Motor Lodge and Motel. Windross Farm Golf Course and Pukekohe Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Southgate and Takanini Town Centre. Auckland Botanical Gardens and Rainbow's End are also worth visiting. Visit our Papakura travel guide
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43 Great South Road, Papakura, Auckland, 2110

What's nearby

  • Wellington Park
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • McLennan Park
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Southgate
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Takanini Town Centre
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Bruce Pulman Park
    4 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Papakura Station
    17 min walk
  • Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.)
    25 min drive

Restaurants

  • Stampede Bar & Grill
    15 min walk
  • McDonald's
    7 min walk
  • BurgerFuel
    12 min walk
  • Steely Blue
    6 min walk
  • Ishtar Restaurant
    11 min walk

About this property

Papakura Pioneer Motor Lodge and Motel

Property highlights
Papakura Pioneer Motor Lodge and Motel provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self-parking
Room features
All guest rooms at Papakura Pioneer Motor Lodge and Motel have comforts, such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
More amenities include:
  • Showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Separate sitting areas, fridges and microwaves

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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

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Key retrieval, private entrance

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 available for NZD 15.0 per day

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 15.0 per day

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Papakura Pioneer Motor
Papakura Pioneer Motor And
Papakura Pioneer Motor Lodge and Motel Motel
Papakura Pioneer Motor Lodge and Motel Papakura
Papakura Pioneer Motor Lodge and Motel Motel Papakura

Frequently asked questions

Is Papakura Pioneer Motor Lodge and Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Papakura Pioneer Motor Lodge and Motel?

As of 12 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Papakura Pioneer Motor Lodge and Motel on 18 Mar 2026 start from AU$128, 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.

How much is parking at Papakura Pioneer Motor Lodge and Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Papakura Pioneer Motor Lodge and Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Papakura Pioneer Motor Lodge and Motel?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Papakura Pioneer Motor Lodge and Motel located?

Situated in Papakura, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Wellington Park, Ray Small Park and Southgate. McLennan Park and Takanini Town Centre are also within 1 mile (2 km). Papakura Station is 17 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Papakura Pioneer Motor Lodge and Motel Reviews

7.8

Good

8.0

Cleanliness

7.4

Location

8.2

Staff & service

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 39 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

jill

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

would stay again

good place to stay but a bit noisy with the other residents, baby's crying 12pm conversations outside our room, the lady was helpful though & it was comfortable enough
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jules

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
When we arrived, we were greeted with a friendly smile from the lady at reception. She showed us where we could park and our room and asked if we required any further assistance, please don't hesitate to ask. The room was clean and very comfortable. Thank you - we will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

BRENDA

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and quiet. Only there one night and convenient locations
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quick and easy booking. Great stay, grateful for their hospitality and looking after my family after a stressful day. When there was an issue, they made sure to communicate this and take charge of the situation which made our stay that much more comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was surprised by how safe and quiet the motel was, especially due to being on a main road. Very clean, high standard. There's a security gate and light. Also the staff were easy to contact,.responding via text straight away. Helped me with the heat pump, as my eyes were tired I couldn't figure out which icon it was on. Thank you for the great stay! Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

George

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Excellent staff I have to say. I’m just a fan of how the place is. I’ve paid $232 for two nites I think it’s pricey for the place.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Going to stay here again :)
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in and nice place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights, very happy
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

damian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thanks again had a excellent sleep....
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jin Ming

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall it is great place to stay and the manager Ruby is great!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Roger

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Staff was fantastic
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The parking was behind a locked gate with a FOB for entry. The bed was on the soft side and the toilet lid would not stay up by itself. Staff was super friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Nigel

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Suited me for one night, would I come again, NO
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Loved our stay here, not the flashest of motels but was convenient for our needs and Ruby was an awesome host. A bit of TLC and maintenance should get better ratings.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was clean had kitchette
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Joanne

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

Clean, Quiet and Convenient

I stayed 7 nights and found it to be a very quiet location, even though it's situated on the main road. Rooms are located to the rear of the property. Adequate parking available. Airconditioning/heating would have been nice in room, but there were fans and electric blankets available. Housekeeping was fantastic - lady definitely is an asset to the owners. Room was cleaned daily, with fresh towels everyday, and floors vacuumed. Crockery/cutlery/cooking utensils were in great condition with 2 plate hotplate, microwave, toaster, kettle and a bar fridge. Kitchen was more than adequate. The only negative was that I have stayed in other locations in South Auckland on previous trips for less, and thought the prices were a little high considering the distance from the Airport. All up, it was very clean, quiet and fairly conveniently located not too far from the motorway. Would certainly stay here again and recommend it.

2/10 Terrible

Jess

Disliked: Staff & service
Wasn’t even able to stay! Planed for an early check in at 1pm got rung at 1pm while 10 minutes away saying that was no longer possible. Organised to leave car and get picked up and check into room late. Arrived and rung multiple time to no answer and couldn’t contact anyone. Didn’t feel comfortable leaving car while we went to our concert. Finally had someone text us 7 hours later!! Ended up having to stay elsewhere because of their terrible communication!! Are now making every excuse under the sun as to why they shouldn’t have to refund stay. Stay far away from this place!! Hard to deal with and not worth the hassle!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Good accommodation

Good accommodation and as expected for price
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

6/10 Okay

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
The long=term people in neighbouring units were noisy at all times of the day and night and showed no consideration for other people. Small children were running around and it was a real hazard when driving in. Check-in was quick, but there was no feeling that it was any more than a business transaction for the managers.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Brownie, Thames

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Funny story. I've been going here for quite some time and just assumed I was in the same room. The new owners were very friendly and said everything was ready. I parked and went into the unit changed into comfortable clothes and had a coffee. 20 minutes later my friend turned up and she did the same. We were watching tv and this man boldly opens the door and walks in. He got a fright and commented the motel gave him two women as well? We laughed and I checked my key and it said 5 not 4 and yes you guessed it we were in the wrong unit.I profusely apologised and gave him my key and said to him "I should've gone to specsavers". He laughed and the neighbouring units cracked up as well. Needless to say everything turned out ok.
Stayed 1 night in May 2018

8/10 Good

Dirk, melbourne

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

Small Comfortable Hotel

Life was busy at Auckland Airport so I had to go further out and found this hotel It turned out to be a very good find at a very competitive price.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

David, Tauranga

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Only stayed for one night, found the owner very freindly and helpful, main thing I noticed was how clean everything was, the bathroom/shower was spotless. Very good value.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017

2/10 Terrible

Bruce, Christchurch New Zealand

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

Where not to stay in Papakura

The unit was unacceptable with food remnants, used cutlery, etc. down the sides of the settee. The shower unit in the bathroom was filthy - black soap scum around the base of the shower doors and on the soap holder!! At 9.30 am tradesmen were banging on the wall of the adjoining unit as they carried out repairs.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room smelt musky, there was no shelf in the shower. No power point in the bathroom. I think it was over priced.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017