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Garden Court Motel & Backpackers

3-star Hotel with Room service

3 stars

44 Sixteenth Avenue, Tauranga

+64 7578 5858
7.6
Good

37 verified ratings

£51
Rate

rate per night

Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Double room
£51
Standard Room
£89
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About Garden Court Motel & Backpackers, Tauranga

Cleanliness
9.0
Location
8.0
Staff
10.0
Value for money
9.0
Overall
9.0
Conveniently located in the heart of the city, this 3-star motel makes for an ideal base in Tauranga. It provides complimentary Wi-Fi, a free shuttle service and an outdoor pool. Garden Court Motel features 11 air conditioned rooms filled with all the essentials to ensure a comfortable stay. For guests who would like to cook their own meals, there is a kitchenette that is equipped with a microwave and a refrigerator. Rotorua International Airport is a 65-minute drive from Garden Court Motel. Bayfair Shopping Centre and Classic Flyers Museum are only an easy car ride from the motel.

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Rooms

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Standard Room
1 queen bed
£89
nightly with fees
Double room
bed type unknown
£51
nightly with fees
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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
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Hotel Amenities & Facilities

  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Airport shuttle
  • Laundry service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Hairdryer
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Kitchen

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service

Services and conveniences

  • Room service
  • 24-hour front desk

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioned

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle

Media and entertainment

  • Cable or satellite TV

Accessibility and suitability

  • Designated smoking area

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer

Reviews

7.6
Good37 verified ratings
7.5Friends
5.0Families
7.3Solo
8.6Couples
Pros +
  • Easy access to townsite and waterfront (in 1 review)
  • Staff was friendly and willing to help. (in 4 reviews)
  • "very clean, friendly staff,handee to town.Would recommend it to others .Value for money" (in 1 review)
Cons -
  • Good to have Sky and a heat pump (in 2 reviews)
  • The shower was a total joke - you can hardly even stand under it. (in 1 review)
  • The interior of the rooms is dated but very clean (in 1 review)

Garden Court Motel & Backpackers room booking info

Value for money

9.0

Location rating

8.0

Distance to city centre

1.7 mi

Nearest airport

Tauranga

Distance to airport

3.3 mi

Check in/Check out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 10:00

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

Frequently asked questions

  • How far is Garden Court Motel & Backpackers from Tauranga?

    If there is no traffic, the 3.3 mi drive between Tauranga and Garden Court Motel & Backpackers should only take about 9 mins. If your hotel is in a more metropolitan area, you may see the driving time increase due to traffic.

  • What is the best way to get to Garden Court Motel & Backpackers from Tauranga?

    Another more common option is to just take a taxi or rideshare service from the airport to Garden Court Motel & Backpackers. The nearest airport to the hotel is Tauranga.

  • Are there food options at Garden Court Motel & Backpackers?

    If you are staying at Garden Court Motel & Backpackers, you are more than welcome to order food through the hotel’s room service menu.

  • Does Garden Court Motel & Backpackers have a pool?

    Judging by our data, Garden Court Motel & Backpackers does not have a pool on site, but hotels regularly make additions and changes to their venues and do not always notify us. It would be best to call Garden Court Motel & Backpackers at +64 7578 5858.

  • What is the phone number for Garden Court Motel & Backpackers?

    If you have questions about Garden Court Motel & Backpackers or your reservation, please call the front desk directly at +64 7578 5858.

  • Does Garden Court Motel & Backpackers have Wi-Fi available?

    Yes, Garden Court Motel & Backpackers has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.

  • What time is check-out for Garden Court Motel & Backpackers?

    Garden Court Motel & Backpackers check-out time is 10:00. Late check-out may be available upon request at the reception desk.

  • How much is a room at Garden Court Motel & Backpackers?

    Depending on the room type you prefer and your travel dates, the cost will differ. Average price per night at Garden Court Motel & Backpackers, Tauranga is £115, but you may find great deals as low as £89. You can find rates for your trip in the form above.

  • Is there laundry service in Garden Court Motel & Backpackers?

    Yes, laundry services are accessible for guests staying at Garden Court Motel & Backpackers, Tauranga.

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    There are 340 operators available for hotels in Tauranga as of December 2025.

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Places of interest near Garden Court Motel & Backpackers

Attractions in Tauranga, New Zealand curated by momondo

Garden Court Motel & Backpackers location: 44 Sixteenth Avenue, Tauranga

Top landmarks

Memorial Park0.9 mi
Tauranga Art Gallery1.9 mi
Robbins Park2.2 mi
The Elms Mission House2.3 mi
Classic Flyers Museum3.6 mi
Omanu Golf Club3.6 mi

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