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# Vista Motor Lodge
Motel in Wairoa with an outdoor pool and a restaurant
- Overview
- Rooms
- Location
- Policies
Vista Motor Lodge offers a perfect retreat with its garden playground where kids can play while adults unwind by the outdoor pool. Guests enjoy dinner at Vista Restaurant, sip drinks at the bar, and stay connected with in-room WiFi throughout their stay.
7.8
Good
## Popular amenities
- Bar
- Breakfast available
- Room service
- Pool
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
## Room options
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All rooms
1 bed
2 beds
3+ beds
Showing 5 of 5 rooms
### Suite, 1 Bedroom
8.0
Very good
4 reviews
### Highlights
Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 4
- 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
### Studio
9.0
Wonderful
2 reviews
### Highlights
Patio
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
- River view
- Sleeps 3
- 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
### Executive Studio
8.0
Very good
4 reviews
### Highlights
Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
- River view
- Sleeps 4
- 1 Queen Bed
### Suite, 2 Bedrooms
8.0
Very good
1 review
### Highlights
Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
- 2 bedrooms
- River view
- Sleeps 9
- 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
### House, 4 Bedrooms
### Highlights
Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
- 4 bedrooms
- Sleeps 12
- 3 Queen Beds, 3 Twin Beds, 1 Twin Sofa Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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## About the area
2 Bridge Street, Wairoa, 4108
#### What's nearby
- Alexandra Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
- Gaiety Theatre - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
- Standring Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
- Lambton Square - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
- Mahia Beach - 49 min drive - 59.0 km
#### Getting around
- Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay) - 106 min drive
#### Restaurants
- Wairoa Pizza - 7 min walk
- Oslers - 6 min walk
- cafe 2 ate 7 - 3 min drive
- Cafe\` 2ate7 - 8 min walk
- Clyde Hotel - 9 min walk
## About this property
### Vista Motor Lodge
Property highlights
A garden, a playground, and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at Vista Motor Lodge. The on-site local and international cuisine restaurant, Vista Restaurant, serves dinner. In addition to a bar and a business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
- An outdoor pool and a children's pool
- Free self parking
- Continental breakfast (surcharge), an area shuttle, and a front-desk safe
- 1 meeting room, barbecue grills, and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at Vista Motor Lodge feature perks such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
- Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
- Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
- Patios, separate dining areas, and microwaves
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## Property amenities
### Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
### Parking and transportation
- Area shuttle (surcharge)
- Free self parking on site
### Food and drink
- Daily continental breakfast available for a fee: NZD 14 per person
- A bar/lounge
- A restaurant
### Restaurants on site
- Vista Restaurant
### Things to do
- Children's pool
- Outdoor pool
- Playground
### Family friendly
- Children's pool
- In-room microwave
- Laundry facilities
- Outdoor pool
- Playground
- Separate in-room dining area
### Conveniences
- Laundry facilities
- Limited-hour front desk
- Luggage storage
- Safe at front desk
### Guest services
- Housekeeping (daily)
### Business services
- Business center
- Meeting room
### Outdoors
- Barbecue grill
- Garden
### Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- No elevator
- Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
### More
- Designated smoking areas
## Room amenities
### Bedroom
- Premium bedding
### Bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Private bathroom
- Shower
- Towels provided
### Entertainment
- Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels
- Pay movies
### Food and drink
- In-room dining only
- Limited room service
- Microwave
- Separate dining area
### More
- Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
- Heating (climate-controlled)
- Iron/ironing board
- Safe
## Policies
### Check-in
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
### Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
### Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 10 AM - 6 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
### Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
### Pets
Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
### Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
### Property payment types
## Important information
### Optional extras
- Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 14.00 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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
### We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Set meals are served in guestrooms only (no menus or public dining)
### National rating
For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.
### Property is also known as
Vista Motor Lodge Wairoa
Vista Motor Wairoa
Vista Motor Lodge Motel
Vista Motor Lodge Wairoa
Vista Motor Lodge Motel Wairoa
## Frequently asked questions
### Does Vista Motor Lodge have a pool?
> Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.
### How much does it cost to stay at Vista Motor Lodge?
> As of Nov 21, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Vista Motor Lodge on Nov 22, 2025 start from CA $91.77, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Wairoa-Hotels-Vista-Motor-Lodge.h22214691.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices.
### Is Vista Motor Lodge pet-friendly?
> Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
### How much is parking?
> Self parking is free at this property.
### What time is check-in at Vista Motor Lodge?
> Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM.
### What time is check-out at Vista Motor Lodge?
> Check-out is at 10 AM.
### Where is Vista Motor Lodge located?
> Situated near the beach, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Alexandra Park, Gaiety Theatre, and Standring Park. Lambton Square is 1 mi (1.7 km) away.
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## Vista Motor Lodge Reviews
7.8
### Good
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### 8.0
Cleanliness
### 8.4
Location
### 8.4
Staff & service
### 7.6
Eco-friendliness
### 7.4
Property conditions & facilities
10 - Excellent
26
8 - Good
30
6 - Okay
14
4 - Poor
5
2 - Terrible
5
### 10/10 Excellent
#### Erina
Nov 17, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay. Will stay again in the future. Thank you for the great hospitality.
##### Erina
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
### 8/10 Good
#### Sharon
Apr 15, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, lovely staff
##### Sharon
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
### 10/10 Excellent
#### David
Mar 18, 2025
Roomy property close to town with lovely river views. Reception staff friendly and welcoming
##### David
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
### 8/10 Good
#### Melody
Mar 24, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Lovely host. Great that there was a restaurant. Clean and tidy motel. Comfy bed. Thanks
##### Melody
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
### 8/10 Good
#### Kelvin
Dec 27, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
quiet and town easily accessible
##### Kelvin
### 10/10 Excellent
#### Graham
Jan 27, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
#### Friendly welcoming and convenient
An older complex that could be updated but was very roomy and conveniently located. Well serviced and very friendly staff
##### Graham
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
### 10/10 Excellent
#### Ngame
Jun 8, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was convenient to everything..awesome host Ann was very helpful 🙂 thank you xx
##### Ngame
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
### 10/10 Excellent
#### Neil
Jan 1, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Fantastic place great air conditioning great pool great service and friendly staff always stop for a chat
##### Neil
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
### 8/10 Good
#### Tania
Feb 12, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly staff.Close to town and the restaurant was open.
##### Tania
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
### 8/10 Good
#### Grant
Nov 19, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good stay
##### Grant
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
### 10/10 Excellent
#### Wendy
Oct 28, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Have stayed at this motel several times. Location is great but unfortunately our room had no carpet due to flooding, a bit disappointing but out of the owners control
##### Wendy
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
### 8/10 Good
#### Wendy
Sep 24, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Suited our needs and provided a comfortable night sleep and accomdation.
##### Wendy
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
### 10/10 Excellent
#### Jason
Dec 29, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
#### Wairoa Overnight
Great hotel. Perfect to stop and break up the trip between Lake Waikaremoana, Mahia and then back to Napier. Double room unit, ideal for a family where kids require their own room. Had a good supplied kitchenette will all the required necessities.
##### Jason
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
### 8/10 Good
#### Connor
Nov 2, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our rooms were spacious, everything was very easy for us.
##### Connor
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
### 8/10 Good
#### BHASKAR
Dec 31, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Neat and clean.
##### BHASKAR
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
### 8/10 Good
#### Megan
Jan 8, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Vista is an older motel but completely adequate for a longer stay than normal over Xmas. Staff lovely.
##### Megan
### 8/10 Good
#### Martha
Dec 3, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Due to cyclone damage around Wairoa, i think one has to commend them on getting back on track. Yes enjoyed my stay.
##### Martha
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
### 10/10 Excellent
#### Roseanne
Jan 12, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Anne was lovely and as we were arriving late she got the rooms nice'n'warm, left the lights and TV on. Many thanks :)
##### Roseanne
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
### 8/10 Good
#### Melissa
Jan 6, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Warm
##### Melissa
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
### 8/10 Good
#### Gary
Mar 2, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Large and very clean unit. Some traffic noise especially in the morning
##### Gary
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
### 8/10 Good
#### Tania
Oct 20, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were able to check in early. The room was clean and tidy. The air conditioner helped keep the room nice and cool.
##### Tania
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
### 10/10 Excellent
#### Julie
Feb 10, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ann greeted us warmly when we arrived with a bottle of fresh milk for our coffee and tea and made us feel at home. The rooms are spotless clean and have all the amenities you need for comfort and the kitchenette is terrific for cooking meals. It is a very cheery and welcoming place to relax and rest near the river.
##### Julie
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
### 10/10 Excellent
#### Angeline
Jun 28, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is the most cleanest and convenient I have stayed an accomodation here in NZ.Ive been staying in other motels here in NZ and I can really guarantee you this place is the best plus the staff was so friendly and accomodating.Very kind the lady that gave us the key. Highly recommend this place.I will definitely come back again.
##### Angeline
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
### 8/10 Good
#### Jodi
Apr 7, 2024
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Let’s be fair the place could use an update but had a smooth (and somewhat funny) check in with a cool little 3-legged dog manning reception. Didn’t end up actually staying due to personal circumstance but from what I saw the place was in pretty good nick for what I paid. My studio was HUGE, beds felt comfy, staff were chill and friendly (we like chill) and a nice, quiet environment
##### Jodi
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
### 10/10 Excellent
#### richard
Apr 1, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They went out of their way to assist. They had our meal ready by the time we arrived as I had emailled them about restaurant closing time and was suggested I preorder. Very friendly
##### richard
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
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