Is parking available at the property?

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

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

Check-in time is from 14:00, and check-out time is until 10:00. Early or late check-in/check-out must be requested in advance.

What accessibility features does the property offer?

The property has limited wheelchair accessibility, including designated parking and facilities.

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

The property is located in Tauranga (Mount Maunganui), just a 1-minute drive from Blake Park and 6 minutes from Mount Maunganui. It is approximately 3.0 km from Tauranga Airport.

What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?

The property offers cribs/infant beds complimentary. Rollaway beds are available for a fee of NZD 25.0 per day, and advance request is required.

Blue Haven Motel

What guests think

At Blue Haven Motel, reviewers consistently highlight very clean, tidy rooms and friendly, accommodating hosts in a convenient Mount Maunganui location near the beach and supermarket, offering good value for simple, comfortable stays.

The property is older and some units feel dated, with maintenance niggles noted such as low shower pressure or temperature, worn fittings, and occasional heating, dampness or condensation issues. Facilities are basic but practical, with parking outside units and outdoor areas; several guests mention no air conditioning and mixed Wi-Fi performance. Most describe the area as quiet and walkable, though a few mention train or vehicle noise and impersonal self check-in at times. Expect a clean, budget-friendly base with modest, older rooms.

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Facilities

Facilities are simple and practical, with parking outside units, some outdoor areas to sit, and generally well equipped kitchenettes. Several guests note there is no air conditioning, and Wi-Fi performance varies.

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Joy

Nov 5, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Was great to be able to park outside the unit. Nice and handy to restaurants.

10

Julie

Oct 21, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

This is a well maintained property to a good standard. The only problem was on the first night of my stay the wi-fi became unusable. The second night it was okay.

6

Liz

Jan 8, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

The kitchen was well stocked

10

Anna

Jul 13, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The owners are very friendly and the units are clean and comfortable.. Easy access to shops etc and ideal parking right outside our room.. We will definitely stay again..

10

Becky

Jan 5, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Created by friendly staff, room was perfect for my family of 5, loved the back patio to sit out at and dine. Easy walk to the beach and boardwalk and about 20min walk to the base of the Mount and a beautiful walk.

10

Charles

Mar 2, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Easy check in,friendly and helpful host. Very well equipped room. Good Internet. Good location, away from the noise in the centre, but still very close to the beaches.

10

Kaiti

Jan 2, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

5 Stars! We were extremely happy with our stay - there was a lovely outdoor area with games, picnic tables and BBQ, ample parking, great location to the Mount but also close to the beach. Facilities were clean and tidy, with everything we needed. The owners and staff are absolutely lovely and very accommodating. We can’t wait to come back and visit next summer!

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Kaylene

Dec 9, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel was value for money and quite comfortable- although with no aircon (there was a fan) the windows needed to be open to cool it down a bit on warmer days. There were some friendly little beetles that took advantage of this and needed to be relocated outside.

10

Stephen

Apr 7, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice smaller building with good size rooms. Walking distance to amenities including the beach. Wi-Fi is not too good. Owners are super friendly and helpful.

10

Andrew

Dec 18, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice basic property and location, just be aware that they do not have air conditioning. Owner is very helpful.

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Cleanliness

Reviews repeatedly praise very clean, tidy rooms; housekeeping is generally reliable. A few note maintenance or hygiene issues such as dirty or worn bathroom fittings and occasional dampness or condensation.

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Sarah

Jan 25, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Bloody great motel, sparkly clean, great location, loved having the supermarket across the road too. Kitchen was actually functional (compared to others we stayed at on our trip) and loved that the kids were in a seperate room. 10/10

8

Trent

Dec 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location for Bay Oval. Comfortable room. Clean and tidy

10

graeme

Sep 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Booked at last moment the room was spotless kitchen and bathroom clean as.plus bed comfortable

10

Linda

Oct 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Spotlessly clean room with everything we needed

10

Jo and Matthew

Aug 15, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Reasonably priced for the Mount, very clean and tidy.

6

Susan

May 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Kitchen taps leaking ...toilet cystern leaking. Lights above bed very loose almost off. Bathroom taps dirty.... shower pathetic flow.

10

vicki

Dec 20, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Good location, clean and very friendly staff, big rooms

10

Carol-Moana

May 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We stayed overnight for sport, it was clean, warm and spacious. Hosts were friendly and helpful. This was so easy from booking to staying. The pillows and beds were comfy and it was nice and quiet. We would stay again for sure.

8

Marcus

Feb 27, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Great value in Mount Maunganui handy to shops, etc. Very clean and tidy too.

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Nana

Jun 20, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Damp and cold. Heater inadequate for weather. Towels were damp.

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Rooms

Rooms are older and basic but generally comfortable, with many noting spacious layouts and comfy beds. Recurrent drawbacks include weak shower pressure or temperature, dated bathrooms and fittings, occasional noise from trains or other guests, and some temperature or condensation issues.

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Yvonne

Nov 25, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Older style motel in a reasonable location. Walking distance to the beach, local RSA, Thai restaurant and large New world store across the road. Motel unit was large (Queen bed in main area and 2 singles in a separate bedroom). Kitchenette was good and nice patio area outside. Beds a bit soft and uncomfortable and curtains in bedroom too short- lot of light from dawn. Good parking outside room. Got used to the trains nearby as stayed for 4 nights. Owners very nice. Really good value for money

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Angela

Nov 30, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Easy check-in and out which was great. An older style of motel that needs a bit of maintenance but very clean and had everything I needed, plus a comfy bed and an amazing pillow. Only downside was that the shower control was a bit jammed and I could only get a tepid setting - fine because it is summer just now. Easy walk to the beach and shops and great area

8

Fee

Sep 28, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great location. Trains are noisy though along with other guests vehicles right by bedrooms .

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Julie

May 2, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Friendly owners. Comfortable bed. The heater kept the room warm without overheating. Unfortunately the hot water in the shower lacked pressure. The pressure improved some as I placed the nozzle down low. I never managed to get a comfortable temperature in the shower. Across the road (maybe 60m) is a nice supermarket. So convenient to get dinner from.

8

Allira

Aug 24, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Comfortable and spacious, convenient too. Would definitely stay again.

6

Shane

Jun 2, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

dated, cheapest place to stay. Light flickered in bathroom. Quiet though mostly apart from heavy footsteps in upstairs accommodation

8

Michael

Nov 3, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Old Motel but clean room and very comfy bed. Couple of very good eating options around the corner.

10

Shona

Feb 6, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Girls weekend was wonderful. Our stay was very pleasant. Room was large and comfortable. Walkable to beach and New World. Only downside is the water pressure could have been better but didn’t spoil our stay.

10

Christine

Jan 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great Mount Motel, very roomy. Nice outside area. Gull kitchen Comfy bed

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Nana

Jun 20, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Damp and cold. Heater inadequate for weather. Towels were damp.

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Service

Service is widely described as friendly, helpful and accommodating, with straightforward check-in and proactive communication. A few disliked impersonal video or phone self check-in or minor lapses like an office closure or missing milk.

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Amy

Dec 10, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The nicest people and a good location close to a few restaurants, walking distance to the beach, and a quick ride to the mountain or run if you feel up for it. Definitely do the hike for sunrise. Close to a bit grocery store and convenient to some takeaway spots as well. They offered me a beer as I ate my takeaway dinner and also gave me milk when I arrived plus a small bag of chocolate. Thoughtful details. Loved Tauranga and would come back in a heartbeat. I also forgot a necklance and they are sending it to me. TYSM

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David

Dec 15, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great friendly staff, clean and comfortable room

10

Anna

Jul 13, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The owners are very friendly and the units are clean and comfortable.. Easy access to shops etc and ideal parking right outside our room.. We will definitely stay again..

10

KEN

Dec 13, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Have stayed at Blue Haven many times and it is always well presented by the friendly and thoughtful operators .

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Mark

Sep 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

When i arrived at the property to check in at 2pm, the office was closed with signs saying call this number - which didn't pick up. I then had to press the video call button and wait to be told my room number and just go in the keys inside. My wife will be down in a few minutes with your Milk (which never arrived). It was very basic, the bathroom had no extractor and a shower that reminded me of a 1980's batch. Paint was peeling off around the window frames but the water was hot. The room itself was very modest yet comfortable for a one night stay. Ceiling fan didn't work and the "wardrobe" was tiny. I wouldn't stay again and would opt for a place that was maybe $20-30 more per night and get something much more modern.

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Charles

Mar 2, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Easy check in,friendly and helpful host. Very well equipped room. Good Internet. Good location, away from the noise in the centre, but still very close to the beaches.

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david

Nov 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

An ok stay. Clean . Didnt like looking into peoples homes. Will pick different place in future. Was convenient for new world across the road. 1st time checkin was done with a ring doorbell which gave it a non personal touch. Not the best way i think to welcome guests

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vicki

Dec 20, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Good location, clean and very friendly staff, big rooms

8

Peteer

Dec 9, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Very friendly and helpful proprietors. My laptop crashed, Katy suggested Geeks on wheels and they arrived within hour. Very good bed and gift of chocolates were much appreciated.

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Andrew

Mar 24, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We really appreciated, and wish to acknowledge the exceptional service Katy and Lee provided. Contacting us well before our booking with a potential change, and following up with excellent support.

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Location

Convenient residential location near New World and eateries, with walking access to the beach and easy drives to the Mount and Bay Oval. Most found it quiet and handy, though some mentioned train or vehicle noise.

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Trent

Dec 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location for Bay Oval. Comfortable room. Clean and tidy

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Sharyn

Dec 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Located walking distance to beach and Mt Mauganui. Tidy room with all you need. A little dated but neat and clean and comfy. Was great stay for us.

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Yvonne

Nov 25, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Older style motel in a reasonable location. Walking distance to the beach, local RSA, Thai restaurant and large New world store across the road. Motel unit was large (Queen bed in main area and 2 singles in a separate bedroom). Kitchenette was good and nice patio area outside. Beds a bit soft and uncomfortable and curtains in bedroom too short- lot of light from dawn. Good parking outside room. Got used to the trains nearby as stayed for 4 nights. Owners very nice. Really good value for money

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Angela

Nov 30, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Easy check-in and out which was great. An older style of motel that needs a bit of maintenance but very clean and had everything I needed, plus a comfy bed and an amazing pillow. Only downside was that the shower control was a bit jammed and I could only get a tepid setting - fine because it is summer just now. Easy walk to the beach and shops and great area

8

Fee

Sep 28, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great location. Trains are noisy though along with other guests vehicles right by bedrooms .

10

Che

Sep 14, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great place to stay, close to the beach and shopping surrounding. Nice and friendly owner, tidy and clean room. Love it

10

Charles

Mar 2, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Easy check in,friendly and helpful host. Very well equipped room. Good Internet. Good location, away from the noise in the centre, but still very close to the beaches.

10

Paul

Nov 12, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location for easy access to most areas of Mt Maunganui. Supermarket conveniently located 100m from location. Room is compact but it all works, with adequate facilities.

10

Anetta

Jun 28, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Peaceful, quiet and great location. Thanks lots

8

Marcus

Feb 27, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Great value in Mount Maunganui handy to shops, etc. Very clean and tidy too.

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Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
1 $78	2 $84	3 $98	4 $90	5 $99	6 $92	7
8 $91	9 $78	10 $77	11 $103	12 $76	13	14 $115
15 $101	16 $98	17 $100	18 $87	19 $83	20 $113	21 $131
22 $83	23 $105	24 $83	25 $83	26 $94	27 $100	28 $107
29 $93	30 $92

Blue Haven Motel

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