Tairua Shores Motel

Award-winning harbourside motel with complimentary wellness services and free spades for Hot Water Beach

Amenities & Services

Tairua Shores Motel offers complimentary on-site wellness services, including back massage, foot massage, full body massage, hand massage, head massage, neck massage. The property provides free spades for guests to dig custom hot pools at the beach, as well as free use of beach towels and body boards. Car hire and shuttle service are available, and the property has been recognized for consistently achieving the highest standards of customer satisfaction worldwide.

Rooms & Accommodations

All guest rooms at Tairua Shores Motel come with air conditioning and a fully equipped kitchen including a microwave, fridge, electric kettle, and espresso coffee machine. Superior Chalets feature private balconies and patios for outdoor relaxation. En suite bathrooms are equipped with branded toiletries and a hairdryer, and units are serviced daily by cleaning staff.

Location & Surroundings

Tairua Shores Motel is located a 1-minute walk from the Tairua Wharf and ferry terminal, and a 10-minute walk from the town center via the harbourside path. The property is a 25-minute drive from Hot Water Beach and Cathedral Cove, and within walking distance of Mt Paku and the estuary. Guests can enjoy scenic walks along the shoreline and easy access to boat ramps and kayaking.

Wellness & Outdoor Activities

On-site wellness options include a variety of complimentary massages: back, foot, full body, hand, head, and neck massage. Outdoor facilities at the motel include a BBQ area, picnic area, garden, and terrace for guest use. Bike tours, walking tours, and live sport events are available nearby, and the property offers board games and puzzles for indoor relaxation.

Family-Friendly Features

Tairua Shores Motel accommodates families with family rooms, board games and puzzles, and a BBQ area that includes a Weber barbecue in some units. The property provides free beach towels and shovels for children to enjoy the nearby beaches. Grocery deliveries, laundry services, and accessible parking with wheelchair-friendly rooms are available to simplify longer stays.

• Award: Recognition for consistently achieving the highest standards of customer satisfaction worldwide
• Location: 1-minute walk from Tairua Wharf, 25-minute drive to Hot Water Beach & Cathedral Cove
• Rooms: Superior Chalets with full kitchens and private outdoor spaces
• Wellness: Complimentary on-site massages including full body, foot, and neck
• Unique offering: Free spades to dig custom hot pools at the beach
• Family-friendly: Family rooms, board games, BBQ area, and laundry services
• Nearby: Walking distance to Mt Paku, Tairua Harbour, and estuary