Harbour View Motel

The harbour view from our room was the favourite of all the places we stayed at in NZ- it was relaxing, peaceful and also rejuvenating. You could see the sunrise, sunset, the boats, the birds, the hills in the distance- and there was a lovely private deck to enjoy it all with some chairs. We even had breakfast out there! Comfortable aircon in the living room (with main bedroom in that space) Comfortable bed Free parking (parallel park) Aesthetically very pleasing inside Friendly staff with check in and check out Close to Driving Creek Railway

Low water pressure in bathroom/shower/toilet- however we learned afterwards from the owner that this is common across the whole area- we still managed to use the facilities but were a bit worried about possibly blocking up the toilet! Kitchenette/Kitchen- there is no mixer tap as the hot/cold taps are separate- however everything else functional (no range hood fan from memory). Outdoor space (deck) was a bit dusty but we still happily used this!

The view from the room is stunning, and that is the main reason I'd recommend this place to stay. The room facilities, kitchenware and beds are fine. We did not figure it out in the beginning, so here's a tip: in our room there was a set of blankets for sitting on the deck if the weather is cold that was kept in the chest standing close to the sofa.

The parking lots are supposed to be close to the entrances of the units, in a narrow driveway with a dead end, be careful. Close your bathroom window in the evening, we did not do it, and found a large pack of insects on the floor and on the walls in the morning.

My recent stay at the Harbour View Motel was an unexpected delight. Arriving after a long journey, we were prepared to settle for anything, but our host had a pleasant surprise in store for us. Upon check-in, the host initially showed us to the room I had originally booked. It was a nice room, but what truly made our stay special was when he offered to upgrade us to a room with a breathtaking view of the harbor, all at no extra charge. This unexpected gesture immediately set a positive tone for our stay. The upgraded room was nothing short of fabulous. It was notably larger than our original booking, providing us with more space to relax and unwind. But the real showstopper was the view. From our window, we were treated to a magnificent vista of the harbor, which was truly a sight to behold. Watching the changing colors of the sunset was a highlight of our stay. The breakfast at the Harbour View Motel was sufficient and reasonably priced, offering a variety of options to suit different tastes. It was a great way to start our day and fuel up for our adventures in the area. Our host at the motel had a wonderful sense of humor, making us feel welcome and at ease throughout our stay. His friendly demeanor added a personal touch to our experience and made us feel like valued guests. In terms of cleanliness, the room was spotless, and we felt comfortable and safe during our entire stay. This attention to cleanliness was especially reassuring given the ongoing concerns about health and hygiene. Overall, our stay at the Harbour View Motel exceeded our expectations. The unexpected upgrade to a room with a stunning harbor view, along with the warm hospitality of our host, made our visit memorable. If you're looking for a comfortable and enjoyable stay with a picturesque view, this motel is a great choice. We would happily return in the future.

Nice little motel a very short drive from the town centre. You get a nice view of the water which was lovely to wake up to. Parking right outside your room. Room was warm, has sky and wifi. Shower and bathroom/toilet was clean and tidy. The shower is bigger than ours at home haha so that was a bonus. Absolutely enjoyed the guest information book. Had some funny bits in there which gave me a chuckle.

Low water pressure in the shower. However I understand the need to conserve water using this but would have been nice to have the high pressure on my tense shoulders after driving!

We stayed 5 days here, we were looking forward to a chill out time and we were not disappointed. Accommodation is a little dated, but clean and plenty of cooking facilities. We were in the garden view room by the Frangipani tree. Guest laundry is $6 a load and a really good sized washing machine. Plenty of things to do and the owners are on hand to help with all their kiwi knowledge. They were so helpful and anything we needed we were encouraged to pop into reception and ask. No bother. Loved our restful stay. Thanks

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Sitting outdoors was perfect - sheltered, quiet and outstanding views. Super friendly and helpful staff. Place was very clean. We didn't use the kitchen to cook but looked a pretty good set up. A well maintained older style motel (sliding door to toilet within bathroom) Good water pressure in shower.

Often a personal preference - but the single mattress might be time for upgrade as could feel the springs.

Fabulous view -could spend the rest of my life on the deck! Most comfortable bed in any motel, just loved it. Very quiet spot just out of the township, with on site parking. Lovely friendly hosts and that includes Zippy, the company cat. Utterly blissful few days. Loved the township of Coromandel and getting there post Cyclone Gabrielle was a lot easier than expected. THere's very good shopping and restaurants in the town.

A much longer stay would be ideal.

The views, the clean rooms, the interesting and funny owners. We are rock hounds, and the owner Ross showed us some very interesting rock finds belonging to his family. We feel totally at home here, and are going back again for our third visit. Read the intro material in the folder for loads of great information and some great laughs too.

The property is old but very clean and in a reasonably good location. Lots of mud flats. The actual town of Coromandel is a little bit old and daggy with not much to do or any good restaurants. If I was to return I would stay in Whitianga which is more modern with heaps of nice places to eat and location great.

Clean and tidy.

Fantastic location. This property is amazing with an uninterrupted view while sitting on your own private deck looking at the harbour and farmland across the bay. It is easy to find and is only a short drive to Coromandel Town for dinner or shopping at the local craft shops. clean and tidy with all the facilities we needed. Sky TV if you wish but we spent most of our time on the deck watching the most amazing sunset we have ever seen. The owner was friendly and informative and recommended we upgrade from a garden view room to a harbour view room at a very reasonable cost. We are so pleased we did and thanks for showing us the different room options.

shower pressure in room 1 was terrible, if you stayed in long enough you would eventually get wet. It would be a good idea if the vegetation directly outside the bedroom window was trimmed so when you lie in bed you can take in the fabulous view.The plants and trees closer the road will also have to be trimmed . Other units seemed ok.