Title: Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=6233319&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery Motel in Piopio with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant ## Photo gallery for Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery ![Garden - Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery (Piopio)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6240000/6233400/6233319/4f1caa38.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery (Piopio)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6240000/6233400/6233319/ee9a2d13.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Queen Room | Room amenity - Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery (Piopio)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6240000/6233400/6233319/1ec30e37.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Room - Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery (Piopio)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6240000/6233400/6233319/a837e8a0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Bar (on property) - Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery (Piopio)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6240000/6233400/6233319/0af990e0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery sits in tranquil surroundings that make it an ideal getaway spot. Guests appreciate the garden space and convenient laundry facilities. The property offers practical in-room WiFi and a restaurant serving tasty dishes that complete the experience. ## Reviews 8.8 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Bar - 24/7 front desk - Housekeeping - Laundry ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec. 14 - Dec. 15](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-14&endDate=2025-12-15&selected=6233319&PinnedHotelID=6233319&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-14&endDate=2025-12-15&selected=6233319&PinnedHotelID=6233319&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec. 15 - Dec. 16](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-15&endDate=2025-12-16&selected=6233319&PinnedHotelID=6233319&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-15&endDate=2025-12-16&selected=6233319&PinnedHotelID=6233319&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec. 19 - Dec. 21](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=6233319&PinnedHotelID=6233319&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=6233319&PinnedHotelID=6233319&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec. 26 - Dec. 28](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=6233319&PinnedHotelID=6233319&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=6233319&PinnedHotelID=6233319&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 6 of 6 rooms ### View all photos for Queen Room ![Queen Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6240000/6233400/6233319/8059ccf6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Queen Room 9.6 Exceptional 4 reviews ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Satellite channels Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Twin Room ![Twin Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6240000/6233400/6233319/0b562bd8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Twin Room 9.0 Wonderful 16 reviews ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Satellite channels Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds ### View all photos for Queen & Single Room ![Queen & Single Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6240000/6233400/6233319/5686d7bb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Queen & Single Room 9.2 Wonderful 5 reviews ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Satellite channels Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed ### View all photos for Family Room ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6240000/6233400/6233319/d1e7adf8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Satellite channels Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 5 - 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds ### View all photos for Room ![Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6240000/6233400/6233319/a837e8a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Satellite channels Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for King + Sofa Bed ![King + Sofa Bed](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6240000/6233400/6233319/8f536f96.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### King + Sofa Bed ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Satellite channels Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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Airport (AKL) - 163 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Fat Pigeon Cafe - ‬5 min walk - ‪Clover Leaf Cafe - ‬3 min walk - ‪Piopio Cosmopolitan Club - ‬4 min walk - ‪Pio Pio Orchard - ‬3 min drive ## About this property ### Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery Property highlights Consider a stay at Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery and take advantage of a garden, laundry facilities, and a bar. Free in-room WiFi and a restaurant are available to all guests. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Free self parking - Continental breakfast (surcharge), an electric car charging station, and express check-out - Express check-in, smoke-free premises, and barbecue grills - Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff Room features All guestrooms at Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery offer amenities such as free WiFi. 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A bar/lounge - A restaurant ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Business services - Meeting room ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - Picnic area ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Wheelchair-accessible parking ### More - Banquet hall - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Private bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with satellite channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker ### More - Heating ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM Express check-in available Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals welcome) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 10.00 per person The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards ### National rating Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services. ### Property is also known as Owls Nest Motel Piopio Owls Nest Motel Owls Nest Piopio Owls Nest Motel Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery Motel Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery Piopio Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery Motel Piopio ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery? ### What time is check-out at Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery? ### Where is Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery located? ## Have a question? 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