Set in Judea, Summit Motor Lodge is a welcoming retreat with an outdoor pool and laundry facilities. Unwind by the pool under shaded umbrellas and stay connected with in-room WiFi. Previous guests appreciate this motel's convenient location.
Summit Motor Lodge is a great choice for a stay in Tauranga. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool, and freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks.
At a glance
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Hotel size
25 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open Monday - Saturday (8:00 AM - 7:00 PM) and Sunday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 4:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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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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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only)*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible van parking on site
Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)
Onsite parking includes off-street options
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Other information
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Property amenities
Traveling with children
Pool gate
Services
Laundry facilities
Pool umbrellas
Facilities
Garden
An outdoor pool
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Front entrance ramp
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
40-inch LED TV
Digital TV channels
Netflix
Streaming services
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Laundry detergent
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Crib/infant bed (surcharge)
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
Food and drink
Free tea bags/instant coffee
More
Daily housekeeping
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
Fees & policies
Children & extra beds
Cribs/infant beds are available for NZD 10.0 per night
Rollaway beds are available for NZD 20.0 per night
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of NZD 20 per pet (may vary based on length of stay)
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Also known as
Summit Motor Lodge Motel
Summit Motor Lodge Tauranga
Summit Motor Lodge Motel Tauranga
Frequently asked questions
Is there a pool at Summit Motor Lodge?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Summit Motor Lodge?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome. There's a charge of NZD 20 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Summit Motor Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Summit Motor Lodge?
You can check in starting at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
What is there to do at Summit Motor Lodge and nearby?
Summit Motor Lodge has an outdoor pool and a garden.
What's the area around Summit Motor Lodge like?
Summit Motor Lodge is in Judea, a short 15-minute walk from Huria Marae.
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Reviews
Summit Motor Lodge Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.0
Cleanliness
8.2
Amenities
9.4
Staff & service
8.2
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
Verified
8/10 Very good
May 7, 2026
Facilities were a bit dated but it was clean and comfortable. Convenient for catching public transport into the city - a few minutes walk to the bus stop. Staff friendly and professional.
Sue and Steve
Sue and Steve, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Apr 20, 2026
Great motel we enjoyed our stay and Erik definitely be back, only thing was some windows couldn’t be closed or didnt have a latch but other than that was an awesome stay with friendly staff
Paige
Paige, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Feb 7, 2026
Nice Staff, clean room, easy to book in.
JOHN
JOHN, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 29, 2025
Excellent stay, thank you
Daniel
Daniel, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 9, 2026
Excellent accommodation! Clean and tidy! The rooms are spacious and well equipped kitchen. Nice comfortable beds. The shower had amazing pressure! The staff were friendly, lovely greeting at the front desk! I would definitely recommend Summit Motor Lodge. 👌
Christina
Christina, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 13, 2026
Very clean and quiet. Friendly staff. Room had everything we needed.
Tina
Tina, 4-night trip
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2/10 Poor
Mar 5, 2026
The room was bad enough so didn’t go near the pool
TONY
TONY, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 4, 2026
The room was very clean and well-equipped but really could benefit from some refurbishment. The bed was comfortable and made up daily to a very high standard. The shower had good pressure and plenty of hot water The receptionist was pleasant and welcoming and the cleaning staff were helpful and responsive. Overall, this is a very good place to stay.
Henry
Henry, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 31, 2025
We had a large comfortable room with separate kitchen and bathroom. We were parked (free) next to the room and were able to open many windows to enjoy the fresh air.
Cindi
Cindi, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 23, 2025
Very helpful staff. Spacious room and kitchen had a larger fridge than normal.
Christine
Christine, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 31, 2025
Friendly staff
Clean
Rooms are cosy and Spacious
Beds are comfortable
Tetiare
Tetiare, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 12, 2026
Nice play, family friendly, had all the essentials. The only downfall is the plumbing. We could hear some plumbing lines in the wall bag constantly when someone was using the shower. Besides that, receptions was super friendly!
Mon
Mon, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jul 15, 2025
Good location, clean, friendly staff
Daniel
Daniel, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 4, 2025
We really enjoyed our stay at Summit. It was the perfect lay out for us.
Jan
Jan, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 2, 2025
Stayed at Summit Motor Lodge in Tauranga and was really impressed! The place was clean, comfortable, and the service was friendly and welcoming. The location is super convenient — close to shops and easy access to the motorways. But the best part for us was that it’s pet friendly, which made our stay so much easier and enjoyable. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a great place to stay in Tauranga!
Karyn
Karyn, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 1, 2025
Quiet
Delwyn
Delwyn, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 9, 2025
Clean comfortable quiet and kitchenette was equipped well for small meals.
Check in was easy and faultless.
Would definately stay again.
Good view of mountain and port.
Very good value for money.
Lynette
Lynette, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 3, 2025
Convenient location
Alan
Alan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 24, 2025
Cleanliness and friendly staff
Mary
Mary, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 1, 2025
Older place but clean and tidy. Couch in the room needs to be updated...
Bed comfortable and great water pressure
Linda
Linda, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jul 3, 2025
NIce, basic motel with good facilities.
Yvette
Yvette, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 8, 2025
Clean peaceful staff friendly and gave me extra milk on request
Julia
Julia, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 26, 2025
Brilliant place to stay
kathleen
kathleen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 27, 2025
I always book this property and will keep booking in the future.