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Racecourse Motel

68 Thames Road, 3600 Paeroa, New Zealand – Excellent location - show map

Excellent location — rated 9.2/10! (score from 244 reviews)

Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions

9.1
Superb
244 reviews

Definitely a very good place to stay in this area. Recommended.

Mark New Zealand

such a lovely pit stop for us. bed very comfortable. both slept so well that we slept through the room being flooded when the cyclone hit!! couple so wonderful felt so bad for them. will have to be closed for at least a couple of weeks.

Katherine United Kingdom

Location was great, lovely and quiet. Loved the quiet effective air con.

Sharon New Zealand

fresh, smells good. owners very accomodating easy to deal with. highly recommended!

Virgilio New Zealand

recently updated. well equipped. comfortable beds. helpful hosts.

Mark United Kingdom

Clean, great location and spacious. We had everything we needed to prapare a meal, cool our drinks and rest :)

Jakub New Zealand

everything was perfect ! location, property was beautiful and staff were so lovely !

Sela New Zealand

The accommodation was very clean,tidy and comfortable

Ricky New Zealand

Had no breakfast, but it was so warm and comfortable

Tania New Zealand

location, very clean & comfortable, great value for your money!

Maree New Zealand
9.1
Superb
244 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “Definitely a very good place to stay in this area. Recommended.”
    Mark Mark New Zealand New Zealand
  • “such a lovely pit stop for us. bed very comfortable. both slept so well that we slept through the room being flooded when the cyclone hit!! couple so wonderful felt so bad for them.”
    Katherine Katherine United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Location was great, lovely and quiet. Loved the quiet effective air con.”
    Sharon Sharon New Zealand New Zealand
  • “fresh, smells good. owners very accomodating easy to deal with. highly recommended!”
    Virgilio Virgilio New Zealand New Zealand
  • “recently updated. well equipped. comfortable beds. helpful hosts.”
    Mark Mark United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Clean, great location and spacious. We had everything we needed to prapare a meal, cool our drinks and rest :)”
    Jakub Jakub New Zealand New Zealand
  • “everything was perfect ! location, property was beautiful and staff were so lovely !”
    Sela Sela New Zealand New Zealand
  • “The accommodation was very clean,tidy and comfortable”
    Ricky Ricky New Zealand New Zealand
  • “Had no breakfast, but it was so warm and comfortable”
    Tania Tania New Zealand New Zealand
  • “location, very clean & comfortable, great value for your money!”
    Maree Maree New Zealand New Zealand

Categories:

  • Staff 9.7
  • Facilities9.2
  • Cleanliness9.5
  • Comfort9.4
  • Value for money9.3
  • Location9.2
  • Free WiFi8.8
High score for Paeroa

Racecourse Motel is a 2-minute drive from Paeroa Township and a 5-minute walk from Paeroa Domain. It offers a landscaped barbecue area and free on-site parking. This property is motorcycle and family friendly.

The guest rooms have a kitchenette with an oven, a microwave and a fridge. All are located on the ground floor and they each have a small patio. Each room is equipped with electric blankets and satellite TV.

The property offers guest laundry facilities. The staff at the tour desk can assist with arranging local activities like river cruises, golfing, and walking tours in Karangahake Gorge.

Paeroa Racecourse Motel is a 25-minute drive from Waihi Beach. Tauranga is an hour’s drive away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

Racecourse Motel has been welcoming Booking.com guests since 16 Jan 2013.

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Most popular facilities
Facilities for disabled guests
Free WiFi
Free parking
Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Free private parking available on-site

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Availability

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Room type
Sleeps
 
1 double bed
and
2 large double beds
or
3 large double beds
1 large double bed
2 large double beds
1 double bed
and
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
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Guests need to meet one or more requirements to stay in this property: proof of full Coronavirus (Covid-19) vaccination, a recent valid negative Coronavirus PCR test, or recent proof of Coronavirus recovery.
Guest reviews
Categories:
Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
9.3
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
8.8
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Mark
    New ZealandNew Zealand
    “Definitely a very good place to stay in this area. Recommended.”
  • Katherine
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “such a lovely pit stop for us. bed very comfortable. both slept so well that we slept through the room being flooded when the cyclone hit!! couple so wonderful felt so bad for them. will have to be closed for at least a couple of weeks.”
  • Sharon
    New ZealandNew Zealand
    “Location was great, lovely and quiet. Loved the quiet effective air con.”
  • Virgilio
    New ZealandNew Zealand
    “fresh, smells good. owners very accomodating easy to deal with. highly recommended!”
  • M
    Mark
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “recently updated. well equipped. comfortable beds. helpful hosts.”
  • Jakub
    New ZealandNew Zealand
    “Clean, great location and spacious. We had everything we needed to prapare a meal, cool our drinks and rest :)”
  • Sela
    New ZealandNew Zealand
    “everything was perfect ! location, property was beautiful and staff were so lovely !”
  • Ricky
    New ZealandNew Zealand
    “The accommodation was very clean,tidy and comfortable”
  • T
    Tania
    New ZealandNew Zealand
    “Had no breakfast, but it was so warm and comfortable”
  • M
    Maree
    New ZealandNew Zealand
    “location, very clean & comfortable, great value for your money!”
Property questions and answers
Browse questions from guests for anything extra you want to know about the property
The property usually replies within a few days
  • Hi there, Does the standard rooms have their own bathrooms?
    Yes all units have a kitchenette and bathroom
    Answered on 5 September 2022
  • Hi, can we check in earlier? can we please check in at 1pm ? 1300hrs ? looking good forward to hearing from you. thanks
    Absolutely not a problem It didn't give me your name What date ate you coming in so I can make sure your unit is ready Thanks Dale
    Answered on 13 November 2022
  • We are coming down to do Hauraki Trail. Do you have somewhere lockable we can store our bikes at night?
    Yes we do My husband will lock them away in a shed for you Take Care Dale
    Answered on 23 March 2021
  • Hi there. Is there room to park a boat? Thank you.
    Yes there certainly is Dale
    Answered on 15 November 2021
  • Do you have safe storage space for 2 bikes?
    Good Morning Yes we certainly have storage space for your bikes
    Answered on 4 August 2021
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Facilities of Racecourse Motel
Most popular facilities
Facilities for disabled guests
Free WiFi
Free parking
Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Toaster
  • Tumble dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Living Area
  • Dining area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Laundry
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    General
    • Air conditioning
    • Heating
    • Soundproofing
    • Private entrance
    • Carpeted
    • Soundproof rooms
    • Family rooms
    • Facilities for disabled guests
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Accessibility
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Languages spoken
    • English
    Sustainable initiatives
    This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and environmentally friendly travel

    House rules

    Racecourse Motel takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    15:00 - 20:00

    Check-out

    Until 10:00 hours

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0+ years
    Extra bed upon request
    NZD 15 per person, per night

    Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    There are no cots available at this property.

    All extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction

    There is no age requirement for check-in

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    Mastercard Visa UnionPay credit card Eftpos Diners Club Racecourse Motel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    The fine print

    Please note that early check-in or late check-out may be available on request, with prior arrangement. To request either of these, please use the special request box when booking or contact the property using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

    Guests need to meet one or more requirements to stay in this property: proof of full Coronavirus (Covid-19) vaccination, a recent valid negative Coronavirus PCR test, or recent proof of Coronavirus recovery.

    FAQs about Racecourse Motel

    • Racecourse Motel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Racecourse Motel is 800 yards from the centre of Paeroa.

      • The prices at Racecourse Motel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

      • Room options at Racecourse Motel include:

        • Family
        • Studio
        • Triple

      • Check-in at Racecourse Motel is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

      • Yes, Racecourse Motel is popular with guests booking family stays.