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The Oceanside Motel

8.7
Excellent (505 reviews) |
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Sep 12, 2025 - Sep 13, 2025
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The Oceanside Motel Whitianga

Overview

  • free parking
  • free wifi
  • family rooms
  • beachfront
  • non-smoking rooms
  • airport shuttle
  • tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • superb breakfast

Intro

Situated approximately a 15-minute walk from a beach, The Oceanside Motel Whitianga offers rooms with views of the bay. The motel is a good starting point for exploring Whitianga, including The Lost Spring, which is a mere 550 metres away.

Rooms

The accommodation has 9 rooms with an adjoining terrace and a kitchenette. Complimentary wireless internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels along with coffee and tea making facilities are provided. They have a spacious interior. Featuring a shower cap, the separate bathrooms are also equipped with a spa bathtub. In addition, many of the rooms feature a view of Mercury Bay.

Relax

The Oceanside has a sundeck, various recreational opportunities, and barbecue grills for guests' enjoyment. There are opportunities for canoeing and mini golf.

Location

This 4-star hotel is 10 minutes' drive from Lonely Bay Beach and within reach of Mercury Bay Museum Whitianga. Whitianga Rock Historic Walk is also located only 1.4 km from the property.

Eat

Located 12 minutes' stroll from this hotel, Bayside Chinese Takeaways serves a great selection of Chinese food.

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Rooms

Executive Suite with Spa Bath and Sea View
Room size: 60 m2
Max capacity:
Deluxe Suite with Sea View
Room size: 65 m2
Max capacity: +
One-Bedroom Suite with Sea View
Room size: 44 m2
Max capacity: +
Executive Suite with Spa Bath and Sea View
Room size: 60 m2
Max capacity:
Executive Suite with Spa Bath and Sea View
Room size: 60 m2
Max capacity:
Deluxe Suite with Sea View
Room size: 65 m2
Max capacity: +
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Facitilies

Facilities

  • Flat-screen TV

Rooms

  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Dining facilities

  • In-room breakfast
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Electric kettle
  • Dryer
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Housekeeping
  • Tours/Ticket assistance

Relax

  • Beach access
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Canoeing
  • Hiking
  • Cycling
  • Tennis court
  • Golf course
  • Fishing

Activities for Kids

  • Cots
  • Board games

Reviews

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  • Cleanliness 9.1
  • Comfort 9
  • Facilities 8.6
  • Free WiFi 9.5
  • Location 9.6
  • Total 8.6
  • Value for money 8.5
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Hannah

9.6/10
The location was perfect, just across from the beach, offering stunning views of the bay, and we appreciated the nearby eateries for dining options. the availability of breakfast delivered in advance was a thoughtful touch, allowing us to enjoy our morning without any disturbances.
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David

9.4/10
the location was fantastic, just a short walk from the beach and town center. The staff were incredibly friendly and accommodating, ensuring I had everything I needed. The cleanliness of the room was impressive, and the kitchen amenities allowed for convenient meal preparations.
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Grant

9.6/10
The cleanliness was impressive, and the staff were incredibly friendly and helpful.
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Mark

9.4/10
I loved the hotel’s fantastic location right on the waterfront, making it easy to explore local shops and restaurants. The cleanliness of my room was impressive, and I really appreciated the friendly staff who provided excellent service, even washing the windows without prompting.
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David

9.4/10
The facilities were impeccably clean, and the staff were incredibly friendly and accommodating. With free parking available and close proximity to shops and restaurants, my experience was quite convenient.
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Location

32 Buffalo Beach Road
Landmarks nearby
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Transportation
  • 1. Buffalo Beach 870 m (2854 ft)
  • 2. The Lost Spring 570 m (1870 ft)
  • 3. Stu's Wild Pig Farm 3.17 km (1.97 mi.)
  • 4. Mercury Bay 3.94 km (2.45 mi.)
  • 5. Ohuka Beach 2.05 km (1.27 mi.)
  • 6. Ferry Landing 1.57 km (5151 ft)
  • 7. Mosaic 1.15 km (3773 ft)
  • 8. Whitianga Countdown 1.59 km (5217 ft)
  • 1. Those Burgers 1.05 km (3445 ft)
  • 2. Enigma 810 m (2657 ft)
  • 3. Frankie's Sports Bar and Grill 1.04 km (3412 ft)
  • 4. The Espy Cafe 1.08 km (3543 ft)
  • 1. Intercity 1.15 km (3773 ft)