Albatross Motel

4.0 star property

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Seasonal outdoor pool
Terrace/patio
View from property
Reception
Upper Floor Double Studio | Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
56 Meeanee Quay, Westshore, Westshore, Napier, 4110
  • Ahuriri Estuary
    11 min walk
  • Pandora Pond
    17 min walk
  • National Tobacco Company Building
    3 min drive
  • Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay)
    3 min drive

Room options

Upper Floor Twin Studio

  • 19.2 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Upper Floor Double Studio

  • 19.2 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 King Bed

Deluxe Studio

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Ground Floor Twin Studio

  • 19.2 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Premium Studio

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Ground Floor Double Studio

  • 19.2 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 King Bed

One Bedroom

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Two Bedroom Apartment

  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

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About this property

Albatross Motel

Waterfront Napier motel in Westshore with free parking
Along with Access to hot tub, this motel has a seasonal outdoor pool and laundry facilities. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, express check-out, tour/ticket assistance and barbecues are on-site.
Albatross Motel offers 34 air-conditioned accommodations, with a hairdryer. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Accommodation at this 4-star motel has kitchenettes with microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower.

This Napier motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch Smart televisions come with premium satellite channels. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

A seasonal outdoor pool and Access to hot tub are on site.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

During your stay at Albatross Motel, you're just a quick walk from Westshore Beach. Free WiFi in public areas, free self-parking and 1 hot tub are available.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Take a swim in the seasonal outdoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • Services include tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage
  • 11 minutes by foot from Ahuriri Estuary and a 2-minute drive from Pandora Pond
  • Pets welcome for a fee
Albatross Motel offers its guests Access to hot tub and a seasonal outdoor pool. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Albatross Motel. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Napier motel.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Spa tub

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • In a provincial park
  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 30.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Thursday (8:00 AM - 8:00 PM) and Friday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 9:00 PM)
Guests will receive an email 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: NZD 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 10.0 per night.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: NZD 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: NZD 30.00 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 10.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property's front desk is open during the following times:
  • Monday - Thursday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Guests will receive an email 48 hours before arrival with check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in October and close in March.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

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Albatross Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 198 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 86 out of 198 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 198 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 198 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 198 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great space
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Fraser

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great parking heaps of parking across the road if you need trailer park. The bed was uncomfortable, hard as a board.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
I couldn't get the shower to work properly so I ended up having a cool/cold shower mostly. (Stayed cold and shaky for hours afterwards?!)
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful friendly welcome on checkin
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Average stay
An average stay in an average motel. No red flags though and the unit was clean. Clearly catering for business clients. Value for money
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Megan

Business traveller
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Rooms were dated and smelled of bleach.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

SHARENE

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the estuary views and the easy access to the Napier/Hastings freeway. I didn't like the heavy footsteps along the balcony front, it was quite noisy.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynley

Very clean and quiet. Good parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pramuk

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice place to stay. The reception staff was nice. There is a nice walking track close by.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Melanie

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was dark and dingey, and as it was situated next to the stairs on the lower level, you could hear all noise from the pool as well as the foot traffic on the stairwell and rooms above. The road noise is also pretty loud from around 5am. We stayed 3 nights, and our room was not cleaned or serviced during our stay except for fresh towels, bin emptied, and a top up of coffee sachets. The beds weren’t made, and dishes weren’t done. It was a little cold for us to use the pool, but the spa was filthy so after an initial 5min warm up we opted not to use this again. Overall our stay was really disappointing for the cost. I expected more for $200 a night. The only highlight was the stand-in manager, who was very amiable and lovely to chat with. I would not recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and tidy. Lovely pool and spa on a hot day, towells provided. Easy walk into town for a vast array of eateries.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and well maintained. Close to the north end of Napier. Real easy access to the highway.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

Harmony

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Booked through Expedia online and paid through Debit card online before arrival. Upon arrival was told we needed a Credit card (was not stated online) Another customer before was told the same thing but was let off with his debit card as he told them he did not have a credit card on him (he was very polite and acknowledged us) As we went to check in we were told we cannot use our debit card and that we will need to pay a bond of 300 to stay (also was not mentioned on the online site) the lady ended up giving us a key and we went to our rooms only to have her knock on the door 5 mins later telling us we cannot stay and giving our money back and were told to leave. Other than that the room was beautiful unfortunately we could not experience the full stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

SC

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff very helpful. Website did not make it clear that our studio unit kitchenette did not have a cooking hob; it had only a microwave. The managers had electric frypans available and this met our need. Bathroom floor very slippery and no handrail in shower. Antislip mat provided on request. Great location near the estuary and beach and a short drive to CBD.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Henare

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Awhitia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness
No blow dryer and only a liquid soap/shampoo dispenser
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Dennis

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy walking distance to the beach and walking track opposite the motel and a country pub restaurant on corner. Clean tidy units and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jan

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

neville

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and tidy and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

James

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Decent place. No complaints.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Jason

Room was very good for a single night stay Shower system rubbish and detracted from otherwise good stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Monette

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
Kitchen floor sticky and dirty, feet were black after walking on it. Unit noisy, could hear the people in the upstairs walking until late in the evening. Upstairs shower ver noisy in our downstairs unit.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024