Nautilus Lodge Motel

–Excellent location - show map
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Scored 8.8
Rated fabulous

Staff

9.4

Property highlights

About this property

Nautilus Lodge is surrounded by Motueka's cafés, restaurants, and shops. A flat-screen TV is included in every room. Guests enjoy free unlimited WiFi. Motueka Golf Club is a 5-minute drive from Nautilus Lodge Motel Motueka. Guests can go swimming at Kaiteriteri and Marahau Beach, which are a 20-minute drive away. Each air-conditioned room has a kitchenette with an electric kettle, microwave, refrigerator, toaster, and tea/coffee making facilities. Other features include electric blankets and a private patio or balcony. Guest laundry facilities are available for your use, along with shared BBQ facilities. The superior suites also include a spa bath.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Cot available on request

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

  • Free private parking available on-site

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Guests who stayed here loved

Lesley
New Zealand New Zealand
“My 2nd stayed in a month Different unit but didn't disappoint Will stay again if given the opportunity”
Lesley
New Zealand New Zealand
“I found the room was one of the best I've stayed in in a very long time & catered for exactly what we wanted Handy to town etc which was great This Motel ticks all the boxes”
Dimity
Australia Australia
“Managers were fabulous and very helpful with Mobile phone issues.”
Natalie
New Zealand New Zealand
“great location, big room, and bathroom, lovely owner,”
Carola
Netherlands Netherlands
“Very friendly owners, clean, perfect location, lots of space.”
Elizabeth
Australia Australia
“Great location. Very tidy and comfortable. Large rooms. Friendly staff.”
Chris
New Zealand New Zealand
“Staff were great & made you feel welcome at the motel. The room was great, Warm & the bed was very comfortable. Facilities in room were as expected for modern Motels these days. Would definitely stay there again.”
David
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“very quiet in the evenings yet within walking distance of the town centre. ideal to visit Golden Bay and Able Tasman national park plenty of shops and eateries nearby”
Michelle
New Zealand New Zealand
“Spa bath was amazing, rooms were nice and spacious.”
Joy
Australia Australia
“Large, spacious and clean two bedded room with very good access to local shops and Abel Tasman National Park. The spa bath was an added treat.”

Property surroundings

House rules

Nautilus Lodge Motel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 21:00
Check-out
From 08:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
NZD 40 per child, per night

Prices for cots are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform Nautilus Lodge Motel in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

Please note that Nautilus Lodge Motel does not accept payments with American Express credit cards.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.