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The Park Motel

4.0 star property
Families find urban adventure at this city center motel where nature meets convenience - hiking trails, BBQ areas, and multiple pools await

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The Park Motel in the city center offers a retreat with a playground, garden, nearby hiking trails, ecotours, four indoor pools, and an outdoor one. Parents value the free supervised childcare and helpful staff.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
The current price is AU$144
includes taxes & fees
20 Mar - 21 Mar

Room options

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Studio Access)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
  • Garden view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (unit)

Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (unit)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Studio Spa Bath

Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Studio Spa Bath

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Smart TV
Private bathroom
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
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About the area

Located in Hawera, The Park Motel is in the city centre and on the riverwalk. While the natural beauty of Opunake Beach and Mount Taranaki can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Manganui Ski Area. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including skiing. Visit our Hawera travel guide
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Map
61 Waihi Road, Hawera, 4610

What's nearby

  • King Edward Park
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • KD's Elvis Presley Museum
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Hawera Water Tower
    19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Opunake Beach
    35 min drive - 62.0 km
  • Rotokare Scenic Reserve
    37 min drive - 38.1 km

Getting around

  • Stratford Station
    22 min drive
  • New Plymouth (NPL)
    55 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    3 min drive
  • Black & White
    2 min drive
  • Pizza Hut
    14 min walk
  • Subway
    13 min walk
  • KFC
    19 min walk

About this property

The Park Motel

Upscale family-friendly motel in the city centre
At The Park Motel, you can look forward to a garden, a playground and dry cleaning/laundry services. Enjoy on-site activities, such as ecotours and hiking/biking. In addition to a conference centre and free supervised childcare, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • 4 indoor pools and an outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), access to a nearby indoor pool and access to a nearby health club
  • Express check-out, express check-in and barbecues
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Patios, 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
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: NZD 18 per person

Things to do

  • 4 indoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Ecotours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Indoor pool (guest access)
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • 4 indoor pools
  • Children's games
  • Children's pool
  • Free supervised activities for children
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Conference centre (323 square foot of space)
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a regional park
  • On the riverwalk

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2006
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 30
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments
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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 25.5 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 20.0 per day

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately NZD 18 per person
  • Late check-out fee: NZD 30 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 20.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 25.5 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 per cent

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, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
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

Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Park Motel Hawera
Park Hawera
The Park Motel Motel
The Park Motel Hawera
The Park Motel Motel Hawera

Frequently asked questions

Does The Park Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has 4 Indoor pools, an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at The Park Motel?

As of 8 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Park Motel on 20 Mar 2026 start from AU$144, 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 The Park Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Park Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Park Motel?

Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Park Motel?

Checkout is at 10 AM. Late checkout is available for NZD 30 (subject to availability).

Where is The Park Motel located?

Located on the riverwalk, this family-friendly motel is 27 mi (43.4 km) from Opunake Beach and 29.7 mi (47.8 km) from Manganui Ski Area.

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

The Park Motel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 102 out of 157 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 47 out of 157 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 157 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 157 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 157 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, tidy, great location and friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great experience at the Park Motel! Fantastic location, exceptional clean room, and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

david

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
lovely staff, we were greated with a smile and had very friendly interactions while we were there. the room was great and having the playgrounds so close made it an awesome trip for our kids.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location, friendly staff, good sized rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne

Great location and very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

J & M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely clean quiet place to unwind.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, everything was working, list of delivery services for food in the room was handy, an check in was super easy :)
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jemma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved this property. For a motel it was extremely clean. Well appointed and the service was excellent. The bedrooms were warm and cosy.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David Rei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
brilliant location, opposite King Edward Park and a short walk from town. property was in great condition. best thing was the little touches, such as a multi-adaptor charger provided at the bedside.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Just fine!

A quick trip to Taranaki region! A good venue for what we had planned. Nice motel.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Quite location. Clean and tidy. Spacious. Just needed better / brighter lighting
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room with excellent customer service. A complimentary room upgrade, milk and cookies.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I usually stay here 3 or 4 times a year. It is a good location on the main New Plymouth road, and handy for the town centre. On this occasion my room was clean and well prepared. The internet worked, and so did the Sky TV.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Jenny

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Dishwashing brush looked like it had been used to clean a car it was so old and brown coloured. Had to ask for sharp knife. Cleaner begrudgingly assisted us but rooms spacious and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy to find. Quiet modern and clean rooms. Parking.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Park Motel is a
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Alexander

Everything was good
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay for passing through!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and efficient check-in. Clean rooms, excellent location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

2/10 Terrible

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
People had a party next door with loud music all night. Called reception three times but didn't get sorted. Won’t stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

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

Fantastic place to stay

Fantastic place to stay. Very quiet, comfortable bed and everything thought of from phone charger to daily milk, even cookies on arrival. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Johnathan

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

Tidy and well appointed motel

A great hotel that is quiet tidy and had everything i needed for my stay. I stay in Hawera a lot and this is one ofvthe better motels in town.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

amrit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great place to stay and opposite the park so kids can easily go there and you don’t have to go for lo g drive with kids. Staff was soo friendly and nice will definitely go there again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and quiet, tidy rooms
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023