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15 The Strand East, Whakatane, New Zealand, 3120

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Awa Motel features a range of accommodation options suitable for various travelers. Located 400 meters from the center of Whakatane, it offers easy access to local shops and restaurants. This property participates in sustainability initiatives and has undergone rebranding from its previous name, White Island Rendezvous.

Location

Awa Motel is situated a 10-minute drive from significant local attractions, including Ohope Beach and Kapu Te Rangi Historic Reserve. Whakatane's convenient location provides access to boutique shopping and dining options within walking distance. Transport services are available, and banks with currency exchange operate nearby.

Rooms

Awa Motel provides air-conditioned accommodations, including studios and apartments with full kitchens. Each unit features amenities such as microwaves, fridges, and spa baths. The master bedrooms include additional televisions and a selection of over 50 satellite channels.

Eat & Drink

Cafe Awa, an onsite café favored by locals, serves gourmet breakfasts and specialty coffees prepared by a barista. Global Thai, the only Thai restaurant in Whakatane, offers a unique fusion menu inspired by Asian and Pacific flavors. White Island Café provides local dishes for breakfast and lunch with options for takeout.

Leisure & Business

The motel includes an exterior all-weather room with a grassed courtyard and BBQ facilities. Guests have access to laundry services and essential items sold at the reception. For leisure, guests may explore nearby beaches, including Ohope Beach, or enjoy the convenience of a full kitchen during their stay.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Three-Bedroom Family Apartment

2 persons

74 m²

2 Single beds

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Micro-Village Cabin

2 persons

25 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

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The Back Villa

2 persons

90 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

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Deluxe Twin Studio

2 persons

37 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

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Getting around

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City Centre

Whakatane 1.1 km

Airports

Whakatane (WHK) 11.7 km

Rotorua Regional (ROT) 78.4 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Free parking
No pets allowed
Coffee shop

Guest Parking

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

Room service
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Special diet menus

Children

Cots

Spa & Leisure

Sun terrace
BBQ facilities

Room features

Sitting area
Terrace
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Location

15 The Strand East, Whakatane, New Zealand, 3120

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15 The Strand East, Whakatane, New Zealand, 3120

City landmarks

Museum

Te Koputu A Te Whanga A Toi

800 m

Landmark

Whakatane Heads

1.4 km

Cave

Muriwai's Cave

670 m

Landmark

Pohaturoa Rock

640 m

Landmark

Whale Island Kayaking

610 m

Landmark

Mataatua Waka

610 m

Landmark

Whakatane District Museum & Research Centre

940 m

Landmark

Lady on the Rock

1.1 km

Landmark

Kohi Point Lookout

2.7 km

Event hall

Whakatane War Memorial Hall

1.8 km

Landmark

Otarawairere Bay

2.5 km

Landmark

West End Lookout

2.1 km

Landmark

Mahy Reserve

3.3 km

Gallery

4 Art Sake

3.4 km

Farm

Julians Berry Farm & Cafe

5.1 km

Nearby

105 Muriwai Dr

Mataatua: The House That Came Home

100 m

Hillcrest Road intersection of Seaview and Hillcrest Roads

Te Papaka & Puketapu

540 m

15 The Strand

whakatane NZ

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Whakatane 3120

Wairere Falls

330 m

Hillcrest Road cnr Seaview Road

Te Papaka

540 m

Restaurants

White Island Cafe

0 m

15 The Strand

Roquette Restaurant & Bar

260 m

23-29 Quay Street

L'Epicerie

310 m

73 The Strand Quayside Building

Spice Junction

330 m

75 The Strand Opposite I-Site

The Craic Irish Pub

350 m

Whakatane Hotel 79 The Strand

Cobb & Co. Whakatane

390 m

79 The Strand

The Bean Cafe and Roastery

380 m

72 The Strand

The Office Bar and Grill

390 m

82 The Strand

The Fig Cafe

440 m

93 The Strand

Double Zero Cafe and Pizza Lounge

460 m

108 The Strand

The Wagon

530 m

128 The Strand

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 14:00-20:00

Check-out

from 07:00-10:00

Guest Parking

Private parking is possible on site for free.

Internet

is available in for free.

Children & extra beds

There are no cots provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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Former name

White Island Rendezvous

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Awa Motel, Whakatane

About the Hotel

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Rooms

Eat & Drink

Leisure & Business

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Getting around

Facilities

General

Guest Parking

Services

Dining

Children

Spa & Leisure

Room features

Bathroom

Self-catering

Media

Location

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