Cortez Motor Inn
55 Landing Road, Whakatāne 3120 New Zealand
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#8 of 10 motels in Whakatāne
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15 ground floor units from studio to family units - 7 with full kitchen facilities and 4 with spa baths. Studio units all have jug, toaster, microwave and fridge. Sky TV and free WIFI. Swimming pool plus BBQ's in spacious courtyard. Guest laundry and ample free parking available. Enjoy your hosts' hospitality and friendly, relaxed atmosphere.
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55 Landing Road, Whakatāne 3120 New Zealand
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We have just stayed three nights at the Cortez Motels in Whakatane. The service was A+ so friendly so professional. The cooked breakfast is a must, sets you up for the day, and hot! We will be back. Location to town a nice walk, no traffic noise at night. Shower so hot, fabulous. We will be back.
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Date of stay: August 2021Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Very high standard of cleanliness. Very comfortable and a great place to stay. Arrived late and everything was ready for us. Not the top end of motels in terms of price but we had no issues with staying there. Would use again if in Whakatane Close to centre of town and very convenient
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Date of stay: May 2021Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Had a family weekend / event in Whakatane so booked 3 rooms.. I truely want to say how excellent the staff & owners were. We appreciated they made a family room available for our 4 teens that were travelling With us . However on arrival this motel Looks & feels depressing - my folks were With me & I felt uncomfortable that I had booked it- however my parents kindly agreed it was okay to stay -we do not at all have issues With older or dated motels but first reflections are that it needs a sweep up & definitely carpets cleaned asap. I did not at any stage take my shoes off during the stay the carpets desperately need a clean or update. However the sheets , bedding showers & toilets were really clean but furniture in all rooms dirty & we did not sit on them. Good location , clean sheets & excellent staff just a shame as we did not feel comfortable in the rooms . Good cheaper style motel. Wouldn’t stay again unless a bit of an update & carpets cleaned . …
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Date of stay: March 2021Trip type: Travelled with family
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Grounds well kept, room had separate toilet to shower, no air conditioning but did supply big standing fan in the room, great outdoor seating area for a bbq. Only downfall was murky pool, they only emptied the bin but didn't top up coffee or milk so we had to get our own because we came back late, also had stay in families living at the motel.
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Date of stay: February 2021Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Visited Whakatane with friends and stayed in the Cortez Motel for three nights. Very clean and tidy. Good service and very friendly staff who made sure we had everything we needed for a perfect stay. Would definitely stay here again.
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Date of stay: October 2020
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This place was great! Family of 4. 2 adults and 2 small children. We got the superior family room specifically for the spa bath for the kids. This room had a double bed and a single in the "lounge" and the same in the bedroom. Nice sized room, not overly big but big enough. Table and 4 chairs. Plus a bench with 2 barstools. Flatscreen with basic sky channels. 2 heaters but the rooms are well insulated so dont need them all that much. The kitchenette is a bit dated but functional. No stove but they have a microwave and a cooktop. The beds are comfy enough, not plush but not hard. The bathroom is quite big, lots of space. The spa bath is huge! It was perfect. It's quite quiet. Couldnt really hear much going on outside. Theres a pool (looks clean and still being filtered even though it's the middle of winter which is great.) and a bbq area in the courtyard. The owner/guy on reception was great. Seemed genuinely friendly which gave me confidence in the place before even getting to the room. And above all else!! THIS PLACE IS CLEAN!! The sheets, new towels, the bath and toilet. The cutlery, the table, the carpet. CLEAN! It's a cheap motel with everything you need and nicer than most in its price range. Very happy with our stay and will most definitely be happy to stay here again. Thank you.…
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Date of stay: August 2020Trip type: Travelled with family
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Had a good 3 nights at the Cortez motel. Everything was as expected for a mid-range motel. Good service - friendly staff - and helpful with hints, ideas and brochures for the next leg of our journey. The only real negative was the lack of parking beside the room. Apart from that - good kiwi lodgings!
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Date of stay: July 2020
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We've stayed at the Cortez Motor Inn before and will always stay here when we visit Whakatane. The customer service is 5-star, with our recent stay accommodating an early check in, followed by the owner taking the time and trouble to look for something sentimental I'd left behind in the room, and posting it to my home address. These are wonderful folks who value their guests and this is so rare to find these days! The motel is clean and quiet, despite being on Landing Road, the rooms are well insulated. Thank you again for your awesome customer service, and we look forward to our return stay!
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Date of stay: October 2019
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The host was very accommodating for our trip. Messaged to say we wouldn't be arriving until 2am and they advised us of our room and left the room unlocked for us. Recommended to anyone. Lovely people will stay again.
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Date of stay: April 2019Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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I would highly recommend The Cortez. My family and I had a nice stay here, Very nice owners and cleaning ladies. It is very easy to ask for anything of you need it. Nice tidy rooms, Nice pool area. Just a bit hot during our stay, Other than that, I would recommend this place especially for family stays.
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Date of stay: February 2019Trip type: Travelled with family
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PRICE RANGE
US$80 - US$86 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
New ZealandNorth IslandBay of Plenty RegionWhakatāne
NUMBER OF ROOMS
15
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cortez Motor Inn
Which popular attractions are close to Cortez Motor Inn?
Nearby attractions include Ohope Beach (6.7 km), Julians Berry Farm & Café (3.1 km), and Mataatua: The House That Came Home (2.5 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Cortez Motor Inn?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, a pool, and free parking.
What food & drink options are available at Cortez Motor Inn?
Guests can enjoy barbeque facilities during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Cortez Motor Inn?
Conveniently located restaurants include Little Havana, Cafe Awa, and Kopeo Indian Restaurant, Bar & Takeaway.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Cortez Motor Inn?
Yes, guests have access to a pool during their stay.
Does Cortez Motor Inn have airport transportation?
Yes, Cortez Motor Inn offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Are there any historical sites close to Cortez Motor Inn?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Te Papaka (2.1 km).
Is Cortez Motor Inn accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access and reduced mobility rooms. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.