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Tauranga Hotel Guide. Hotels in Papamoa, Tauranga, New Zealand

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Our top choices for Papamoa hotels

1. Tasman Holiday Parks - Papamoa Beach

Tasman Holiday Parks - Papamoa Beach
4.0 star property
Papamoa Beach, 4.2 km from Papamoa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (477 reviews)
"Loved everything about the Park, very accommodating to our needs. Will definitely stay again."
Australia
Patricia
The price is €77
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Tasman Holiday Parks - Papamoa Beach

2. Energy Motor Lodge

Energy Motor Lodge
2.0 star property
Papamoa Beach, 3.4 km from Papamoa
7.6 out of 10, Good, (26 reviews)
"Highly recommend this place!"
Australia
loxlan
The price is €110
includes taxes & fees
8 Aug - 9 Aug
Energy Motor Lodge

3. Pacific Palms Resort

Pacific Palms Resort
3.5 star property
Papamoa Beach, 3.9 km from Papamoa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (118 reviews)
"good location clean and quiet, well equiped"
Australia
Denise
The price is €161
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Pacific Palms Resort

4. Welcome Bay Hot Pools and Accommodation

Welcome Bay Hot Pools and Accommodation
2.5 star property
Welcome Bay, 7.8 km from Papamoa
7.4 out of 10, Good, (3 reviews)
"I loved my stay at the smoke lake hot springs ,staff we very helpful awsome hospitality rooms were very clean. The staff were very busy with there daily chaos but still had time to make sure all there customers were happy. I would strongly refer family and friends to stay there and will be booking in the future to stay there."
Australia
Maria
The price is €32
includes taxes & fees
29 Aug - 30 Aug
Welcome Bay Hot Pools and Accommodation

5. Bay Palm Motel

Bay Palm Motel
3.5 star property
Mount Maunganui, 8.9 km from Papamoa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (543 reviews)
"Clean and practical, has everything you need."
Australia
Tracy
The price is €82
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Bay Palm Motel

6. Seascape Villa Bed & Breakfast

Seascape Villa Bed & Breakfast
4.0 star property
Bellevue, 15.7 km from Papamoa
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (300 reviews)
"A great place to stay "
Australia
Adrianne
The price is €95
includes taxes & fees
8 Aug - 9 Aug
Seascape Villa Bed & Breakfast

7. Blue Haven Motel

Blue Haven Motel
3.0 star property
Mount Maunganui, 12.3 km from Papamoa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (492 reviews)
"A great wee property. Close to the beach and has everything you need. Really friendly staff. New World supermarket across the road so that is very handy."
Australia
Michelle
The price is €78
includes taxes & fees
22 Aug - 23 Aug
Blue Haven Motel

8. Quest Tauranga Central

Quest Tauranga Central
3.5 star property
12.5 km from Papamoa
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (322 reviews)
"Clean, quiet, spacious room, great location, great staff, easy check in/out"
Australia
Melissa
The price is €101
includes taxes & fees
8 Aug - 9 Aug
Quest Tauranga Central

9. CitySide Hotel Tauranga

CitySide Hotel Tauranga
3.0 star property
12.3 km from Papamoa
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (236 reviews)
"Good location, good parking, friendly staff, clean room, very satisfied, will stay again."
Australia
Kimlay
The price is €105
includes taxes & fees
8 Aug - 9 Aug
CitySide Hotel Tauranga

10. Trinity Wharf Tauranga

Trinity Wharf Tauranga
4.5 star property
12.9 km from Papamoa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Our recent stay at Trinity Wharf boasted with spectacular views and amazing hospitality. Our rooms were pristine and the meticulous care from the staff ensured it was refreshed daily. As a family travelling, we particularly enjoyed the location close to some amazing local restaurants, as well as an exciting park within walking distance. Thank you to the dazzling smiles, professionalism and welcoming hospitality of all the staff we interacted with, the genuine care and wamth will surely have us...
Australia
Liz
The price is €118
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Trinity Wharf Tauranga

11. Hotel on Devonport

Hotel on Devonport
4.0 star property
12.4 km from Papamoa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location, clean and freindly staff"
Australia
Joel
The price is €105
includes taxes & fees
8 Aug - 9 Aug
Hotel on Devonport

12. Gateway Motor Inn

Gateway Motor Inn
2.5 star property
Mount Maunganui, 10.4 km from Papamoa
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (327 reviews)
"Lovely stay"
United Kingdom
Joanna
The price is €97
includes taxes & fees
8 Aug - 9 Aug
Gateway Motor Inn

13. Harbour View Motel and Water Front Apartments

Harbour View Motel and Water Front Apartments
4.0 star property
12.4 km from Papamoa
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (377 reviews)
"A lovely cosy place to stay. Super amazing and accomodating staff as well which is always a bonus. Will be back to stay in the future."
Australia
Casey
The price is €108
includes taxes & fees
8 Aug - 9 Aug
Harbour View Motel and Water Front Apartments

14. City Suites Tauranga

City Suites Tauranga
4.5 star property
13 km from Papamoa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,087 reviews)
"Very good location for all amenities on hand."
Australia
James
The price is €77
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
City Suites Tauranga

15. Quest Mt Maunganui

Quest Mt Maunganui
4.0 star property
Mount Maunganui, 14.1 km from Papamoa
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (267 reviews)
"Clean and central stay."
Singapore
Rodney
The price is €102
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Quest Mt Maunganui

16. Cottage Park Thermal Motel

Cottage Park Thermal Motel
2.5 star property
Hairini, 11.5 km from Papamoa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (142 reviews)
"Tidy, we'll present motel"
Australia
Michael
The price is €81
includes taxes & fees
21 Aug - 22 Aug
Cottage Park Thermal Motel

17. Mercure Tauranga

Mercure Tauranga
3.5 star property
13 km from Papamoa
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"We had a great stay here, easy parking and great facilities, the staff were awesome"
Australia
Julie
The price is €71
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Mercure Tauranga

18. Oceanside Resort & Twin Towers

Oceanside Resort & Twin Towers
4.0 star property
Mount Maunganui, 15.5 km from Papamoa
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,369 reviews)
"Everything was spotless and comfortable - very easy to.find our way around definitely a great sleep - would definitely recommend"
Australia
Daina
The price is €76
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Oceanside Resort & Twin Towers

19. Summit Motor Lodge

Summit Motor Lodge
2.0 star property
Judea, 14.6 km from Papamoa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (113 reviews)
"Good overnight stay place for pet owners"
Australia
Renee
The price is €78
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Summit Motor Lodge

20. Seagulls Guesthouse

Seagulls Guesthouse
2.5 star property
Mount Maunganui, 13.3 km from Papamoa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (348 reviews)
"Bedroom and kitchen clean and well stocked."
Australia
Bevan
The price is €68
includes taxes & fees
8 Aug - 9 Aug
Seagulls Guesthouse
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Where to stay in Papamoa

Find the best Papamoa areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Mount Maunganui

Take in the views from this mighty volcanic cone, relax on a beach, go for a surf, dine out or indulge in some retail therapy in the Bay of Plenty.

Papamoa Beach

Unique features of Papamoa Beach include the beaches and shopping. Make a stop by Papamoa Beach or Bay of Plenty while you're exploring the area.

Omanu

While Omanu may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Blake Park and Mount Maunganui Golf Club.

Bethlehem

If you're spending some time in Bethlehem, Fernland Spa and Waimarino Adventure Park are top sights worth seeing.

Welcome Bay

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Welcome Bay and surrounding area, you can visit Kaiate Falls and Tenpin Tauranga.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Papamoa like?
Travellers are sure to enjoy a stay in Tauranga's Papamoa neighbourhood.
What's a favourite hotel to stay in Papamoa?
Based on our traveller data, Pods Retreat with friendly farm animals, Pod Retreat, with outdoor bath and farm pets. is one of the top choices for your stay in Papamoa. This country house offers private porches and 1 hot tub.
How many hotels will I be able to find in the Papamoa area?
When you want to find places to stay in Tauranga, start by booking one of Expedia's 7 hotels and other accommodation options in Papamoa.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Papamoa, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the best options available in Papamoa.
What are the top things to see and do in Papamoa?
Gordon Spratt Reserve, Wairakei Reserve and Simpson Reserve are just a few of the places to visit in and around Papamoa. Taylor Reserve and Harding Reserve are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Tauranga.