Academy Motor Inn

Motel in Tauranga

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Enjoy your visit to Tauranga with a stay at Academy Motor Inn. You can get a morning swim in at the seasonal outdoor pool, and the hot tub makes for a relaxing end to the day.
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Electric vehicle charging point

Main amenities (8)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Hot tub
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Banquet hall

Feel at home (6)

  • Kitchenette
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate sitting area
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping

Room options

Showing 2 of 2 rooms
Studio Suite | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
Studio Suite | Premium bedding, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Studio Suite | Premium bedding, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Studio Suite | Premium bedding, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Studio Suite

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Premium bedding, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Premium bedding, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Premium bedding, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
734 Cameron Rd, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, 3112

What's nearby

  • Tenpin Tauranga - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Memorial Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Brain Watkins House - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Huria Marae - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Mount Maunganui - 16 min drive - 12.2 km

Getting around

  • Tauranga (TRG) - 16 min drive
  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Elizabeth Cafe & Larder - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪88 Chinese Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Tauranga Citizens' Club - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪D.Ks Seafood - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Academy Motor Inn

Enjoy your visit to Tauranga with a stay at Academy Motor Inn. You can get a morning swim in at the seasonal outdoor pool, and the hot tub makes for a relaxing end to the day.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 20 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

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

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) on weekday mornings 7:00 AM–8:30 AM

Traveling with children

  • Children's games

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Hot tub
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 3 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 40-inch LCD TV
  • Premium satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Deck or patio
  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge
  • Microwave
  • Kitchenette
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils
  • Paper towels

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant dining guide
  • Cleaning supplies

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 29 for adults and NZD 29 for children

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 8:30 AM to 8:00 PM
  • The seasonal pool is open from October 24 to April 27

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Academy Motor Inn?

Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 8:30 AM to 8:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Academy Motor Inn?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Academy Motor Inn?

Yes, there's free self parking. Electric vehicle charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Academy Motor Inn?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

What is there to do at Academy Motor Inn and nearby?

Academy Motor Inn has a seasonal outdoor pool and a hot tub, as well as a garden.

Does Academy Motor Inn have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?

Yes, a kitchenette is available in every room, and also includes a stovetop, a microwave, and cookware.

Does Academy Motor Inn have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a deck or patio.

What's the area around Academy Motor Inn like?

Academy Motor Inn is a short 7-minute walk from Tenpin Tauranga and 17 minutes' walk from Memorial Park.

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Academy Motor Inn Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Amenities

10

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic place to stay!! Very clean and tidy
Amy, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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
Dan, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Grant, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hans Åke, 1-night trip