At The Rocks Motor Lodge, unwind with convenient amenities like laundry facilities and free in-room WiFi. With barbecue grills available, enjoy a meal outdoors or take advantage of tour/ticket assistance to plan your stay.
National Tobacco Company Building - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Napier Botanical Gardens - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
Getting around
Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay) - 7 min drive
Restaurants
Westshore Beach Inn - 13 min walk
Three Doors Up - 2 min drive
Winifred’s - 10 min walk
Espresso Plus Napier Airport - 4 min drive
Hawkes Bay Seafoods - 8 min walk
About this property
The Rocks Motel
When visiting Napier, The Rocks Motel is a great choice to consider. Guests will have free perks like WiFi and self parking.
At a glance
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Hotel size
13 rooms
Arranged over 1 level
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Guests will receive lockbox information
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
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Parking
Free uncovered onsite self parking
Onsite parking includes off-street options
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:30 AM–9:00 AM
Barbecue grills
Room service (limited hours)
What to do
Bicycle tour information
Beach nearby
Bicycle rentals nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Winery tours nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Bike storage
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 2004
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Bicycle parking
Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Stair-free path to entrance
High pile carpet in room
Room amenities
Be entertained
43-inch Smart TV
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Premium bedding
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Freezer
Microwave
Kitchenette
Griddle
Toaster
Cookware, dishes, and utensils
Free tea bags/instant coffee
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Daily housekeeping
Access via exterior corridors
Eco-friendly toiletries
Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
LED light bulbs
Water-efficient toilets only
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 15 to 17 for adults, and NZD 15 to 17 for children
Children & extra beds
Cribs/infant beds are available for NZD 25 per day
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and outdoor lighting on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Also known as
Rocks Motor Lodge
Rocks Motor Lodge Napier
Rocks Motor Napier
The Rocks Motel Motel
The Rocks Motel Napier
At The Rocks Motor Lodge
The Rocks Motel Motel Napier
Frequently asked questions
Does The Rocks Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Rocks Motel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Rocks Motel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Rocks Motel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Rocks Motel?
You can check in starting at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
What is there to do at The Rocks Motel and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like cycling and mountain climbing. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.
Does The Rocks Motel have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?
Yes, a kitchenette is available in every room, and also includes a refrigerator, a microwave, and cookware.
What's the area around The Rocks Motel like?
The Rocks Motel is in Westshore, a short 7-minute drive from Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay) and 16 minutes' walk from National Tobacco Company Building.
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Reviews
The Rocks Motel Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
9.4
Cleanliness
8.4
Location
8.8
Staff & service
9.0
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
The spa bath was a highlight, enjoyed by guests for its comfort and relaxation. (3 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 27, 2026
Clean room, friendly staff
Tamara
Tamara, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 12, 2026
Room was spotless and spacious with a deck to sit on in the back. Check in was smooth and staff were very friendly.
Annette
Annette, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 28, 2025
Easy parking, clean room, friendly staff
Jun
Jun, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 25, 2025
Friendly staff, clean rooms close to dining options
Trevor
Trevor, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 7, 2026
Great view
Donna
Donna, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 3, 2026
Staff were friendly and helpful. Easy parking and comfortable large bed.
Laylaa
Laylaa, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 12, 2026
Car parked outside room. Secure in a good area.
Graeme
Graeme, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 21, 2025
Friendly staff, easy check in, huge room with great facilities
Kate
Kate, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 10, 2026
Very comfortable and clean. Would stay again. Thank you
andrew
andrew, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 22, 2025
My wife and I really enjoyed our stay at The Rocks Motel. The room was clean and comfortable, the staff were very friendly, and everything was just easy and relaxing. We left very happy and would definitely stay again.
Aleksandr
Aleksandr, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 28, 2025
The bed linen and the matress is awesome! Very clean and well located.
Otávio
Otávio, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 22, 2025
Extremely clean, quiet location. Enjoyable stay.
Karen
Karen, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 9, 2025
Immaculately clean rooms. Spa bath and large room. Would stay again every time we visit
Joanne
Joanne, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 26, 2025
I stay here often. Rooms are all clean and up to date. Quiet area that's handy to dining options (5 min drive). Easy parking.
Andrew
Andrew, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 2, 2025
clean and very friendly. Next time I will stay again. Thanks.
Tae Soo
Tae Soo, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 31, 2025
I stay here whenever I come to Napier on business. Nice, clean and comfortable. Also convenient to Ahuriri for dining options.
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 26, 2024
Kind staff convenient to everything and close to beach love it
Lyolette
Lyolette, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 22, 2025
Clean, friendly. Good value for money
Devon
Devon, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Feb 7, 2025
Clean and comfortable stay. Staff was friendly.
Conrad
Conrad, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 17, 2025
Good stay, clean facilities and spacious room for our family. Great room service and cleaned every day, modern and comfortable. Would stay again.
Daniel
Daniel, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 8, 2024
Great property, nice room
Sarah
Sarah, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 15, 2024
I would definitely stay there again. Very comfortable and spacious.
Kym
Kym, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jun 27, 2025
Nice room with good amenities, clean and tidy.
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 2, 2024
Lovely customer service & my son and I enjoyed the spa bath. Very nice accommodation would visit again.
Nano
Nano, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 4, 2024
Roomy apartment, good amenities, very pleasant stay