Located opposite Buffalo Beach, The Oceanside Motel features rooms with a private terrace or balcony offering views of Mercury Bay. It offers a portable barbecue, free beach towels, free kayak rental and free parking. Accommodations options include 1 bedroom, deluxe and executive studios and suites. All are heated and self-contained with a microwave, stove, refrigerator, and tea/coffee making facilities. A flat-screen TV with satellite channels is standard in all accommodations. The Oceanside can cater for leisure, group and corporate bookings and is an ideal base from which to explore the many scenic attractions of the Coromandel. The Oceanside Motel Whitianga is 5 minutes’ walk from The Lost Spring and 25 minutes’ drive from the famous Cathedral Cove. Auckland International Airport is a 2.5-hour drive away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Whitianga, this property has an excellent location score of 9.6!

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom :
1 twin bed
and
1 queen bed
Living room:
2 sofa beds
1 twin bed
and
1 queen bed
Bedroom :
1 twin bed
and
1 queen bed
Living room:
2 sofa beds
Bedroom :
1 twin bed
and
1 queen bed
Living room:
2 sofa beds
1 twin bed
and
1 queen bed
1 twin bed
and
1 queen bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
8.6
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
8.5
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
9.5
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Yu
    China China
    The location is super, you can see the sunrise and sunshine onto your bed. Beach is just cross the road
  • Paul
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Great location close to the beach, eatery and bars. Great view of beach and harbour.
  • Hannahbanan4
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The view from the room was beautiful. Great place to sit and relax on the patio in the afternoon/mornings. Lovely big shower with good pressure and comfortable bed. Only a short walk to the beach and the Lost Spring.

Area info

Amenities of The Oceanside Motel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Beachfront
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
View
  • Landmark view
  • Sea view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun deck
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Beach
  • Water sports facilities on site
    Additional charge
  • Mini golf
    Additional charge
  • Snorkeling
    Additional charge
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
    Off-site
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Transportation
  • Public transit tickets
    Additional charge
Services
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Private check-in/out
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Electric blankets
  • Designated smoking area
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

The Oceanside Motel takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Check-out

Until 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

< 1 year old
Crib upon request
NZD 25 per stay

Prices for cribs aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Groups

When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Mastercard Visa Eftpos Cash The Oceanside Motel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that there is a 2% charge when you pay with a Visa or Mastercard credit card.

Please note that there is a 3.5% charge when you pay with an American Express or Diners Club credit card.

FAQs about The Oceanside Motel

  • Check-in at The Oceanside Motel is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • The nearest beach is 150 feet from The Oceanside Motel. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The Oceanside Motel is 2,300 feet from the center of Whitianga. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The Oceanside Motel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Snorkeling
    • Diving
    • Tennis court
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Mini golf
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Beachfront
    • Live sports events (broadcast)
    • Water sports facilities on site
    • Beach

  • Room options at The Oceanside Motel include:

    • Suite
    • Double

  • The prices at The Oceanside Motel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.