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Awa Motel

★★★★·9.1/ 10Excellent
·Motels
📍15 The Strand East · Whakatane ↗
Offsite parking discounted rates availableFamily roomsBBQ facilitiesParkingTerraceCoffee Shop on siteAll 17 facilities +
Review
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Guest scores & sentiment

From 280 guest reviews · multi-source · as of 2026-07-11

Guests praise the convenient location for White Island tours, spacious clean rooms with kitchens, and friendly staff. The on-site cafe is highly rated. Main complaints involve outdated decor in some units, unstable Wi-Fi, occasional pests/noise, and small breakfast portions.

Dimension scores · cross-source

Location9.5
Service9.3
Cleanliness9.2
Rooms9.1
Value8.9
Facilities8.8
Surroundings8.8
Wi-Fi7.5
＋ PraisedExcellent location · Clean and comfortable · Friendly service · Unique micro-village design
－ ComplaintsLack of air conditioning · Noisy soap dispensers · Inconvenient shower design · Poor soundproofing

KEYIdeal for White Island tour participants and families. Book early; note that Wi-Fi may be unstable and some rooms need updating.

FAQ · grounded in hotel data & reviews

locationHow is the location? Is it convenient for attractions?＋
Excellent location (9.5/10), 10 mins to beaches and ideal for White Island tours. Convenient access to dining.
diningWhat are the breakfast and dining options like?＋
On-site cafe serves local dishes. Some guests noted small breakfast portions, so consider bringing snacks.
familyIs it suitable for families? What facilities are available?＋
Great for families with spacious rooms (9.1/10), family units, kitchens, and laundry. Note: some rooms lack AC.
businessIs this suitable for business travelers? Is Wi-Fi stable?＋
Convenient location, but Wi-Fi scores low (7.5) and may be unstable. Rooms have desks/microwaves, but expect slower internet.
coupleHow is the experience for couples?＋
Highly rated by couples for spacious, clean rooms. However, note poor soundproofing in some units and lack of AC.
roomWhat room facilities are there? Are they clean?＋
Rooms score 9.1/10 for cleanliness/spaciousness. Equipped with TV, microwave, fridge, and tea/coffee facilities.
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