Is parking available at the property?

Yes, free self-parking is available on-site. However, parking is limited.

What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

Continental breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee of approximately AUD 14 for adults and children.

What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

Check-in time is at 2:00 PM, and check-out time is at 10:00 AM. Early check-in is available for a fee, subject to availability. Late check-out incurs a fee of AUD 20.00, also subject to availability.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property offers limited wheelchair accessibility, including step-free entrances and accessible public areas. However, specific details about room accessibility are not provided.

What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?

The property is located in Tauranga (Mount Maunganui), within a 15-minute drive of Mount Maunganui and Omanu Beach. It is 0.3 mi from Papamoa Beach and 0.4 mi from Bayfair Shopping Centre.

Does the property have a swimming pool?

Yes, there is a seasonal outdoor pool available, which is open from October to April.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children are allowed to stay at the property. The minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.

Bay Palm Motel

What guests think

At Bay Palm Motel, travellers highlight the handy location near the beach and Bayfair, generally friendly, accommodating staff, and comfortable units, while noting some dated features, loft layouts with stairs, and a lack of air conditioning in some rooms.

Guests appreciate the heated pool and practical extras like a guest laundry, though parking can feel tight when the property is full. Some reviews note occasional noise or maintenance issues, while others say rooms are kept clean. Expect a convenient, motel-style stay near the beach.

Facilities

Cleanliness

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Service

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Facilities

The heated pool is frequently praised, and a guest laundry is available. Parking is on site but can be limited or crowded when busy.

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Brian

11 Feb 2025

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Stayed 8 nights

I go here every year….right near the beach….Girven Takeaway is just across the road….great fish and chips and Chinese Food….Bayfield Mall just up the block….the motel rooms are comfortable and quiet….the hosts are awesome….swimming pool is wonderful

10

Aaron

15 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Close to Baypark Arena where we had an event. Please note: the speedway is loud because it’s close BUT they finish at a reasonable time so it doesn’t keep you awake etc. Nice room, we had a mezzanine floor with queen bed upstairs, everything else was on the bottom floor. Room had everything we needed and the small kitchen is well stocked. The property has guest laundry which is always a plus for us and the heated pool was lovely, just warmer than body temp. It is quite deep in the middle so you must get in with your kids. Our only minus is that the lighting is sparse in the unit so it feels quite dark at times. However it’s great value for money and walking distance from the pools and Bayfair so we’re booked in to stay again in 6months time.

6

Frances

14 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Bed, pillows, couch, phone was not working. Spa bath lost water. Very poor for the price. Pool and location for our needs was great.

8

Ange

2 Jan 2023

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Stayed 19,359 nights

Perfect location for Summer holidays. Walking distance to beaches and the mall. Short drive to the Mount & Papamoa. Great pool for hot days. Door key is a bit tricky

10

deborah

13 Oct 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great customer service, excellent location and lovely, clean swimming pool to use.

10

Alberto

3 Feb 2023

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Stayed 5 nights

Comfortable accommodation, friendly staff, laundry room, parking. Only downside was the weather, cloud, rain & wind.

8

Marc

13 Mar 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This is a smaller property and our room was a loft-style with the bed upstairs. Parking is limited and pretty crowded when all rooms are booked. Otherwise the room was quiet and we had a good night sleep. I am taking one star off because there is neither A/C nor heating in the room, except for a plug-in heater hidden in one of the closets, and the room gets pretty warm.

10

Linda

3 Oct 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

The property was clean and comfortable with good off street parking. Maybe, at most, 1km from major shopping centre. Across the road from mini mart and good takeaway shop. It suited our needs perfectly. The owner was very pleasant and helpful

8

Sandrine

27 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Studio spacieux, calme, piscine chauffée.

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Jackee

21 Feb 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very spacious! The bed was very comfortable, however, the room didn’t have air con. It was so hot. Staff were lovely. Very hard to find parking.

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Cleanliness

Most guests describe the units as clean or spotless, though a few report maintenance or hygiene issues such as mould or worn carpets.

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10

MALEK

21 Nov 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Very nice clean property and staff are wonderful

2

Joanne

13 Dec 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very run down. Not very clean. Poor facilities and my room had a horrible smell

8

Stephen

1 Mar 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean room with friendly staff

10

michael

27 Oct 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Didn't have breakfast but room was cleaned everyday, and stocked up with tea and coffee.

10

Siobhan

8 May 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Clean comfy room. Friendly, helpful staff and the easiest check-in I've ever had. Thank you!

10

Nick

1 Jan 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean and comfortable.

8

ELIZABETH

24 Nov 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Need to check the laundry washing machine lint filter and dryer filter both clogged

10

Sonia

8 Jan 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This property is spotless, close to the beach and Bayfair dine made it easy for eating. Would definitely recommend and would stay again.

10

Johannes

15 Jan 2023

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Stayed 19,372 nights

A lovely clean and tidy unit.

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Craig

1 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Everything was very dated. Green mould around shower. Stained old worn carpet No air conditioning. Too hot to sleep. Photos looked better on internet. No way would stay again

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Rooms

Rooms are generally spacious and comfortable, with loft-style units where the bedroom is upstairs and the bathroom downstairs, which some find inconvenient. Several reviews mention a lack of air conditioning leading to hot nights, occasional noise or thin walls, and mixed bed comfort.

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Paul

8 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

It was too hot. No air con. and the rooms are noisy

6

Jan

8 May 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Good location. Unit looked a bit tired, needed a spruce up. The bed sides had no firmness so when you were near the edge you ran the risk of rolling out. No allocated parking spaces for each unit.

10

Aaron

15 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Close to Baypark Arena where we had an event. Please note: the speedway is loud because it’s close BUT they finish at a reasonable time so it doesn’t keep you awake etc. Nice room, we had a mezzanine floor with queen bed upstairs, everything else was on the bottom floor. Room had everything we needed and the small kitchen is well stocked. The property has guest laundry which is always a plus for us and the heated pool was lovely, just warmer than body temp. It is quite deep in the middle so you must get in with your kids. Our only minus is that the lighting is sparse in the unit so it feels quite dark at times. However it’s great value for money and walking distance from the pools and Bayfair so we’re booked in to stay again in 6months time.

8

Marcus

7 Feb 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Upstairs bedroom with a downstairs bathroom was inconvenient. The entire place, especially upstairs, was hot until the later evening because there was no air conditioning. We would not stay there again.

8

Sally Ann

4 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Had everything we needed. Comfy bed but bedroom is up a flight of stairs so not suitable for everyone. Really appreciated having facecloths!

8

Jasmine

3 Jun 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

It was a nice place to stay. Was a little cold in the loft as the only heater was downstairs but the electric blankets made it bearable. Would not recommend for solo female travelers because there was no manual lock/ deadbolt on the door. So the only lock was the keycard lock.

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Mary

9 Apr 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Rock hard beds and paper thin walls. Even with a car it's a 15 minute drive to anything worth seeing. Close to lots of beach access and clean.

6

Ramiro

18 Jan 2026

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Stayed 1 night

The room was clean, too hot on the second floor and the Aircon

8

Marc

13 Mar 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This is a smaller property and our room was a loft-style with the bed upstairs. Parking is limited and pretty crowded when all rooms are booked. Otherwise the room was quiet and we had a good night sleep. I am taking one star off because there is neither A/C nor heating in the room, except for a plug-in heater hidden in one of the closets, and the room gets pretty warm.

8

Jackee

21 Feb 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very spacious! The bed was very comfortable, however, the room didn’t have air con. It was so hot. Staff were lovely. Very hard to find parking.

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Service

Staff are frequently described as friendly, helpful, and accommodating, with thoughtful touches and smooth check-in. One review notes unfriendly communication.

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Leanne

5 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We booked a 2 bedroom unit and couldn't be more happier with the choice of motel. Very clean & spacious, lovely accomodating hosts, takeaways and mini mart right across the road, super convenient location to Baypark Arena. Had a morning of Op Shopping which were all very close and Bayfair Mall just down the road. Will be rebooking for next year.

10

Orquidea

18 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I was given chocolates for my birthday

8

Sarah

14 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Clean and quiet, and the owners text me to say where they left my key for a late check in. Thank you!

8

Kathleen

2 Apr 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

The manager was unfriendly in the way he communicated to us.

10

Siobhan

8 May 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Clean comfy room. Friendly, helpful staff and the easiest check-in I've ever had. Thank you!

10

Aaron

6 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Love this place. Always so welcomed and cared for when we stay. Handy to Bayfair and Baypark. Ideal for our little family. Staff here are so accommodating and helpful.

10

deborah

13 Oct 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great customer service, excellent location and lovely, clean swimming pool to use.

10

Linda

3 Oct 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

The property was clean and comfortable with good off street parking. Maybe, at most, 1km from major shopping centre. Across the road from mini mart and good takeaway shop. It suited our needs perfectly. The owner was very pleasant and helpful

10

Henry

14 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Super convenient and easy and close to bayview mall. friendly helpful staff.

10

Xavia

28 Jan 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Enjoyed our stay and for the price. Staff were friendly and it’s in a nice area so close to bayfair shopping centre. Would definitely book again next time.

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Location

Consistently praised for a short walk to the beach and close access to Bayfair and Baypark, with easy links to Mount Maunganui. Some mention speedway noise at times, though events finish at a reasonable hour.

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ROBERT

19 Feb 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Good location. Less than 5 minute walk to the beach and 10 minute walk to shopping and dining. Solid accommodation in Tauranga.

8

Angel Lai Wah Ma and Martin

14 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice motel for overnight stay. Closed to big shopping centre.

10

Leanne

5 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We booked a 2 bedroom unit and couldn't be more happier with the choice of motel. Very clean & spacious, lovely accomodating hosts, takeaways and mini mart right across the road, super convenient location to Baypark Arena. Had a morning of Op Shopping which were all very close and Bayfair Mall just down the road. Will be rebooking for next year.

10

Aaron

15 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Close to Baypark Arena where we had an event. Please note: the speedway is loud because it’s close BUT they finish at a reasonable time so it doesn’t keep you awake etc. Nice room, we had a mezzanine floor with queen bed upstairs, everything else was on the bottom floor. Room had everything we needed and the small kitchen is well stocked. The property has guest laundry which is always a plus for us and the heated pool was lovely, just warmer than body temp. It is quite deep in the middle so you must get in with your kids. Our only minus is that the lighting is sparse in the unit so it feels quite dark at times. However it’s great value for money and walking distance from the pools and Bayfair so we’re booked in to stay again in 6months time.

10

Brian

28 Feb 2026

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Stayed 6 nights

The staff and the location….( right next to the beach )

8

Arthur

3 Nov 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location - close to stadium events, Baypark mall, beach, motorway. Friendly staff. Yep, we'd stay there again. Highly recommend.

10

Henry

14 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Super convenient and easy and close to bayview mall. friendly helpful staff.

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MURRAY

9 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Good location being within walking distance to the beach and Bayfair shopping mall and restaurants.

10

Brian

2 Mar 2025

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Stayed 14 nights

I go here every year for the month of February. The beautiful beaches are steps away. Girven Takeaways is across the road. Excellent food at a good price. Bayfield mall is just up the block. Mount Maunganui is a short bus ride or it’s a five minute drive in the car. New Zealand is the most beautiful place on Earth. 🇳🇿

8

Lori

26 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Loved that it was a very short walk to the beach!!

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Dining

Not enough information in reviews.

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ROBERT

19 Feb 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Good location. Less than 5 minute walk to the beach and 10 minute walk to shopping and dining. Solid accommodation in Tauranga.

10

Brian

11 Feb 2025

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Stayed 8 nights

I go here every year….right near the beach….Girven Takeaway is just across the road….great fish and chips and Chinese Food….Bayfield Mall just up the block….the motel rooms are comfortable and quiet….the hosts are awesome….swimming pool is wonderful

10

Leanne

5 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We booked a 2 bedroom unit and couldn't be more happier with the choice of motel. Very clean & spacious, lovely accomodating hosts, takeaways and mini mart right across the road, super convenient location to Baypark Arena. Had a morning of Op Shopping which were all very close and Bayfair Mall just down the road. Will be rebooking for next year.

10

michael

27 Oct 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Didn't have breakfast but room was cleaned everyday, and stocked up with tea and coffee.

10

Rowan

5 Apr 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

We're welcomed with a tray of goodies delivered to out room by the friendly, helpful managers. Central to the Mount and Papamoa and just down the road from Bayfair Shopping mall

10

Sonia

8 Jan 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This property is spotless, close to the beach and Bayfair dine made it easy for eating. Would definitely recommend and would stay again.

10

Linda

3 Oct 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

The property was clean and comfortable with good off street parking. Maybe, at most, 1km from major shopping centre. Across the road from mini mart and good takeaway shop. It suited our needs perfectly. The owner was very pleasant and helpful

10

Brian

2 Mar 2025

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Stayed 14 nights

I go here every year for the month of February. The beautiful beaches are steps away. Girven Takeaways is across the road. Excellent food at a good price. Bayfield mall is just up the block. Mount Maunganui is a short bus ride or it’s a five minute drive in the car. New Zealand is the most beautiful place on Earth. 🇳🇿

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David E.

7 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Close to Bayfair & Bay Park and easy driving distance to Mt Maunganui & Tauranga. If a swim is required the beaches are just around the corner and a couple good quality cafes a short drive on your way to Mt Maunganui along the beach road.

10

David

13 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Amazing! Our room was very spacious and luxurious. Delicious breakfast, great location & staff were really nice.

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Bay Palm Motel

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Studio, Accessible, Kitchenette

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Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette

Premium Room, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette

Queen Studio

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