Nautilus Lodge

3.5 star property
Motel with free parking, in the vicinity of Little Kaiteriteri Beach

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Beach
Exterior
Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, free WiFi
Living area
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
The current price is S$151
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr

Room options

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Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Studio Unit - Double)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
  • 21.07 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Studio Unit - Twin)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
  • 21.07 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Superior Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 29.2 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Spa Bath)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 29.2 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Map
67 High Street, Motueka, 7161

What's nearby

  • Motueka District Museum - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Skydive Abel Tasman - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Kaiteriteri Beach - 14 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Little Kaiteriteri Beach - 16 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Marahau Beach - 24 min drive - 16.7 km

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Village Cafe Motueka - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Chokdee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Smoking Barrel - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Toad Hall - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Nautilus Lodge

Motel near Kaiteriteri Beach
Located close to Little Kaiteriteri Beach and Kaiteriteri Mountain Bike Park, Nautilus Lodge provides laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self-parking
  • A nature reserve, smoke-free property and a front desk safe
  • An electric bike charging station, barbecues and secured bike storage
Room features
All guest rooms at Nautilus Lodge boast comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 43-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Balconies or patios, kitchenettes and fridges

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Cot (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 9:00 PM
The front desk hours vary at this property
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 30 per night

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 30 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector, a security system, window guards and outdoor lighting

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

Nautilus Lodge Motueka
Nautilus Lodge
Nautilus Motueka
Nautilus Lodge Motel Motueka, New Zealand - Nelson-Tasman
Nautilus Lodge Motel
Nautilus Lodge Motueka
Nautilus Lodge Motel Motueka

Frequently asked questions

Is Nautilus Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Nautilus Lodge?

As of 13 Mar,2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Nautilus Lodge on 6 Apr,2025 start from S$150.52, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Nautilus Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Nautilus Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Nautilus Lodge?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Nautilus Lodge located?

Situated in Motueka, this motel is within 9 mi (15 km) of Little Kaiteriteri Beach, Kaiteriteri Beach and Kaiteriteri Mountain Bike Park. Kahurangi National Park and Marahau Beach are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Nautilus Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 108 out of 160 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 45 out of 160 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 160 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 160 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 160 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Debbie

Nice place to stay when going to Abel Tasman
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Clean accommodation & safe for guests.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Great location and super nice staff. Very easy to walk to restaurants and pubs
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Nice independent hotel conveniently located on the Main Street in Motueka. Close to Abel Tasman activities and many restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aakash

Graham, the owner was very hospitable and informative. We would definitely stay again :)
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susanne

A lovely spacious room with all the comforts for a great nights stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Noel

Clean, everything you need, would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eunni

We really enjoyed our stay at Nautilus Lodge. Diane and Graem were wonderful, and very helpful in guiding us to optimize our time while at Abel Tasman!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

A great place to stay, owners very helpful and polite, bed clean and very comfortable, hot tub was an extra bonus, an enjoyable stay
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Good stay was very happy
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Clean, spacious room within walking distance of shops and restaurants. Easy check in
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Suite was great!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aroha

Great Stay
Wonderful Hosts, even got the dew off my window upon departure. Clean comfortable Room - will stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

This inn is very clean, comfortable and very well maintained. Located near to Abel Tasman Nat Park.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

David

Great location, old but clean and close to all shops
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sally

New owners have freshened everything - very charming and responsive - area a bit noisy on main street, but the trade-off is being close to dining. The fried chicken burger at Smokin' Barrel is amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

SUE

Very convenient to Kaiteriteri and Abel Tasmin ( 15 min drive). Much closer than Nelson and nice small town. Great restaurants nearby and the owner was very kind. Great value!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

The room and property were pristinely clean and conveniently located near restaurants. The owners were sweet as could be. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Lovely rooms :)

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

3 day stay in Motueka
Facilities excellent, unit was spacious and meticulously cleaned and maintained. Service was outstanding, hosts go the extra mile to ensure their guests have an enjoyable stay. Highly recommend Nautilus Lodge to anyone considering a visit to Motueka.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stavros

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judi

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Grant

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yves

Grande chambre très confortable. Je vous le recommande fortement!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023