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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

C$ 94
Rate

rate per night

Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Double room
C$ 94
Standard Room
C$ 164

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

Mon 22/12
Tue 23/12
Double room
bed type unknown
C$ 94
nightly with fees
Standard Room
1 queen bed
C$ 164
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Hotel Amenities & Facilities

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

Kitchen

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service

Services and conveniences

  • Room service
  • 24hr 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 downtown

2.7 km

Nearest Airport

Tauranga

Distance to airport

5.3 km

Check in/Check out

Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 10:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment 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 5.3 km 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?

    A very popular option for travellers staying at Garden Court Motel & Backpackers would be to take a taxi or ridesharing service from Tauranga directly to the hotel.

  • 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 or concerns about your stay at Garden Court Motel & Backpackers, call +64 7578 5858 to speak with a front desk representative.

  • 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?

    You can plan to arrive after 3:00 PM for checking in. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. We advise notifying the front desk of any requests as early as possible.

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

    The cheapest deals found start from only C$ 164 per night. The average rate for rooms at Garden Court Motel & Backpackers is currently around C$ 212/night. Enter your dates in the form above to see more.

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

    Yes, you can take care of all your laundry needs with the on-premise services at Garden Court Motel & Backpackers, Tauranga.

  • How many operators does momondo search for hotels in Tauranga?

    The number of operators available for hotels in Tauranga is 340 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 Park1.4 km
Tauranga Art Gallery3.1 km
Robbins Park3.6 km
The Elms Mission House3.7 km
Classic Flyers Museum5.7 km
Omanu Golf Club5.8 km

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