Is parking available at the property?

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

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

Continental breakfasts are served on weekdays from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee of approximately NZD 14 for adults and children.

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

Check-in is from 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM, and check-out is by 10:00 AM. Early check-in and late check-out are available for a fee, subject to availability.

Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?

The property is located in Lower Hutt (Petone), within a 15-minute drive of the Interislander Ferry Terminal and Wellington Central Business District. Notable nearby attractions include Petone Foreshore (0.2 km), Dowse Art Museum (3.7 km), and Wellington International Airport (19.8 km).

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children are allowed at the property, and kids can stay for free up to a certain age, although specific age limits are not provided.

Foreshore Motor Lodge

What guests think

At Foreshore Motor Lodge, travellers repeatedly praise the handy Petone foreshore location near Jackson Street and motorway access, while describing basic, dated rooms that can feel cramped or worn, with generally clean spaces but some inconsistent housekeeping and maintenance.

Guests often highlight friendly, helpful service at reception, with prompt assistance for late check-ins and lost items, though a few cite management or servicing hiccups. Parking is usually easy and on-site, but some experienced tight or difficult spaces. Traffic noise affects some roadside rooms, while others report quiet stays. Expect a convenient, no-frills base close to the beach and eateries.

Facilities

Cleanliness

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Facilities

On-site parking is commonly mentioned as convenient, though one reviewer struggled with it. Overall facilities are basic and functional.

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6

B

18 Oct 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

I have stayed before and this time I was disappointed. The car parking was so bad I will not be going back. It was the car parking that attracted me to this property in the first place. Parking I could not get into, repairs on my car. Never again. Sorry

4

A

8 Feb 2022

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Stayed 1 night

It was way over priced at 165 per night, no air conditioning, no Sky

8

Brice

22 Aug 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

Two nights. Room was clean and well serviced with a kitchenette (Microwave, kettle, fridge). Bathroom was clean with a bit of wear in places. The shower gel dispenser was difficult to use properly but nothing major. The motel is well located with only a short walk to many restaurants and a supermarket close by. It is also located close to SH2 which make it easy access.

8

Graham

3 Dec 2022

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Stayed 19,329 nights

Easy to get to. Functional, providing everything that we needed. Clean and basic. We would stay there again.

8

Megan

13 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very easy to get to from Wellington Central. For 3 of us, comfortable and roomy enough. One block from the main street for all eateries. Parking ok

8

Noelene

9 Aug 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Would have liked a TV news service. Comparative to price very reasonable. We left clothing behind and were advised very promptly. Thank you!

8

Danielle

17 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Basic but very clean and tidy accomodation. Good service when checking in and free on site car parking is great. Just a walk over the road to the beach, and a walk down the street to great restaurants, cafes and shops.

6

Kathleen

21 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Aspects of the room not maintained and run down. No heating in bathroom, it was like a fridge the night/morning we were there. Overall OK for a bed and shower for one night. Very good location on the scenic Petone foreshore and a short walk to Jackson Street. We enjoyed walking the neighbour and taking in the historic buildings and facades.

6

Isabelle

27 Aug 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Our Foreshore unit while clean and well provisioned was a disapointment. Tiny, cramped and more than a little tired, the interior of our unit certianly did not reflect the lovely brick facade outside.

8

Cameron

12 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Easy parking, short walk to restaurants.

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Cleanliness

Many guests found rooms very clean, but several noted dirty areas, worn fixtures, or lapses in bathroom cleaning and upkeep.

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8

Shaunne

15 Feb 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean room, sufficient facilities, helpful reception, quiet area. Unfortunately just paid for 2 nights when Interislander ferry cancelled our sailing due forecast bad weather. Managed to pull sailing forward but lost second night money. Not Motel fault. Area mixed with lot of commercial around.

6

June

20 Mar 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Property was satisfactory. Bed was comfortable and room was clean. Bathroom needed attention to cleaning of windows and walls.

8

Brice

22 Aug 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

Two nights. Room was clean and well serviced with a kitchenette (Microwave, kettle, fridge). Bathroom was clean with a bit of wear in places. The shower gel dispenser was difficult to use properly but nothing major. The motel is well located with only a short walk to many restaurants and a supermarket close by. It is also located close to SH2 which make it easy access.

6

Janice

7 Dec 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Close proximity to the foreshore, and Jackson St for browsing multiple second hand stores for books and plenty of dining options. It is somewhat dated but clean and the bed was comfortable except for the hard plastic circle from the electric blanket that tended to gravitate into the right side of the bed. There was only 1 bedside lamp - none on the right hand side on which I sleep and like to read from before sleep. In the kitchenette there was only 1 teaspoon and the dessert spoons were more the size of serving spoons. Overall quite adequate for our 2 night stay

10

Marilyn

12 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean, friendly staff.

6

Lisa

8 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Needs a refresh but was clean

10

Kathleen

28 Jul 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff was so helpful, room was clean and had all the basics

2

Ron

3 May 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Our unit had not been cleaned that well - carpet not vacuumed, the bed was uncomfortable, furnishings were worn. The unit needs a total refurbishment.

2

Jerzy

6 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This property was dirty overall. The walls were dirty, the shower needed a good clean, the room smelt. The bathroom which faced the main road had no blinds for privacy; even though the glass was frosted it still would not provide the respectable privacy required. Overpriced at $179 per night. Stayed at several hotels during our tour of NZ that were cheaper and were excellent.

8

Danielle

17 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Basic but very clean and tidy accomodation. Good service when checking in and free on site car parking is great. Just a walk over the road to the beach, and a walk down the street to great restaurants, cafes and shops.

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Rooms

Rooms are basic and dated, with some described as cramped or run down; a few guests reported traffic noise or stuffy conditions. Others mentioned comfortable beds and adequate space in some units.

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Hayley

4 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Friendly check in lady. They had the heater on for us, as it was cold. Motel room average. Very noisy as position was on the main road.

10

Ros

6 Oct 2025

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Stayed 8 nights

This was one of the better motels we have stayed at. We stayed 8 nights visiting family. It was very convenient to the motorway, just across from the beach and near toJackson streets many Op shops. The unit had everything we needed- a good shower, a comfy bed and clean towels daily. We had some washing done for us reasonably priced. It was collected and returned to us dry same day. We would stay here again.

4

A

8 Feb 2022

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Stayed 1 night

It was way over priced at 165 per night, no air conditioning, no Sky

6

Rob

14 Mar 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Stayed here the night. Pretty basic. A bit run down. Very expensive for what it is. Microwave had broken internal glass. Mismatch stuff Very old damage. Kitchen brush disgusting. Better value for money in Central wellington

2

Shane

11 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The property is extremely run down , it is in desperate need of a complete renovation, very noisy , rooms hot and stuffy I would definitely not go back or recommend for the price they charged

6

Janice

7 Dec 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Close proximity to the foreshore, and Jackson St for browsing multiple second hand stores for books and plenty of dining options. It is somewhat dated but clean and the bed was comfortable except for the hard plastic circle from the electric blanket that tended to gravitate into the right side of the bed. There was only 1 bedside lamp - none on the right hand side on which I sleep and like to read from before sleep. In the kitchenette there was only 1 teaspoon and the dessert spoons were more the size of serving spoons. Overall quite adequate for our 2 night stay

8

Megan

13 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very easy to get to from Wellington Central. For 3 of us, comfortable and roomy enough. One block from the main street for all eateries. Parking ok

6

Janice

19 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room needs a lot of upgrading

6

Kathleen

21 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Aspects of the room not maintained and run down. No heating in bathroom, it was like a fridge the night/morning we were there. Overall OK for a bed and shower for one night. Very good location on the scenic Petone foreshore and a short walk to Jackson Street. We enjoyed walking the neighbour and taking in the historic buildings and facades.

6

Isabelle

27 Aug 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Our Foreshore unit while clean and well provisioned was a disapointment. Tiny, cramped and more than a little tired, the interior of our unit certianly did not reflect the lovely brick facade outside.

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Service

Staff are frequently described as friendly and helpful at check-in, with prompt communication and assistance. A few guests cited management issues or inconsistent servicing.

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Shaunne

15 Feb 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean room, sufficient facilities, helpful reception, quiet area. Unfortunately just paid for 2 nights when Interislander ferry cancelled our sailing due forecast bad weather. Managed to pull sailing forward but lost second night money. Not Motel fault. Area mixed with lot of commercial around.

10

Melissa

10 Dec 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

Very clean, and friendly staff. Would stay again.

10

Kim

13 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I was travelling on my own and felt very safe here. The lady at reception was lovely and it was so good to see a friendly smile after the very long day I had gone through. I slept well for the two nights I was there. Will stay again.

10

Linda

7 Mar 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Thanks Susan so much for help us to do later check in.It’s really appreciate.

8

Stu

17 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Friendliness

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Ian

30 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

When i arrived i found the expedia website had changed my search criteria from 3 adults to 2 adults. I showed the staff member my search criteria from my phone which was in my history. I therefore had to pay an additional 40.00. I selected the motel because of the reviews and the price. I probably wouldnt have selected that motel as i could have got cheaper one.

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rob

9 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Property is substanndard and should not be listed on your website. Poorly managed, we were wokenby herphone call asking when we arriving!! Next night, noisy party from 10.30pm to 1.30am. Ihad to try and shut it down. Never going there again.

10

Pepe

28 Mar 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

The place was central for our needs and comfortable and quiet. Good service.

10

Lacey

16 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice place to stay and friendly host

8

Noelene

9 Aug 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Would have liked a TV news service. Comparative to price very reasonable. We left clothing behind and were advised very promptly. Thank you!

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Location

Strong location across from the Petone foreshore and a short walk to Jackson Street’s eateries and shops; convenient to the motorway, Wellington, and ferry access.

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Ros

6 Oct 2025

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Stayed 8 nights

This was one of the better motels we have stayed at. We stayed 8 nights visiting family. It was very convenient to the motorway, just across from the beach and near toJackson streets many Op shops. The unit had everything we needed- a good shower, a comfy bed and clean towels daily. We had some washing done for us reasonably priced. It was collected and returned to us dry same day. We would stay here again.

8

Brice

22 Aug 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

Two nights. Room was clean and well serviced with a kitchenette (Microwave, kettle, fridge). Bathroom was clean with a bit of wear in places. The shower gel dispenser was difficult to use properly but nothing major. The motel is well located with only a short walk to many restaurants and a supermarket close by. It is also located close to SH2 which make it easy access.

8

John

14 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Handy for heading to the ferry .

8

Ricky

11 Sept 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Tidy and convenient location to Petone shopping and eateries.

8

Megan

13 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very easy to get to from Wellington Central. For 3 of us, comfortable and roomy enough. One block from the main street for all eateries. Parking ok

8

Steve

15 Mar 2024

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Stayed 11 nights

The property was ideally situated for me to take a short stroll to where I was working. But there is no shortage of choice when it comes to, pubs, restaurants, grocery stores, or hardware, and a wide selection of boutique breweries and shops.

8

Frank

8 Feb 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Close to the coast

8

Danielle

17 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Basic but very clean and tidy accomodation. Good service when checking in and free on site car parking is great. Just a walk over the road to the beach, and a walk down the street to great restaurants, cafes and shops.

6

Kathleen

21 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Aspects of the room not maintained and run down. No heating in bathroom, it was like a fridge the night/morning we were there. Overall OK for a bed and shower for one night. Very good location on the scenic Petone foreshore and a short walk to Jackson Street. We enjoyed walking the neighbour and taking in the historic buildings and facades.

8

Cameron

12 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Easy parking, short walk to restaurants.

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Dining

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Foreshore Motor Lodge

About this property

Location

Room options

Executive Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Harbor View

Family Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

Comfort Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette

Comfort Double Or Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Kitchenette

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