Name: Panorama Motor Inn Te Kuiti
Address: 59 Awakino Road, Te Kuiti, 3910, NZ

10/10

Exceptional

10 Mar 2026

Blanche

Great clean rooms, staff very friendly and welcoming. Views incredible.

Family

8/10

Excellent

26 Feb 2026

Brian

Yes

8/10

Excellent

20 Dec 2025

Jen

Room was clean, jacuzzi bathtub was lovely. Good to have a fridge and amenities.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

17 Dec 2025

Naresh

Conveniently situated. Adequate parking. Pleasant location

Partner

8/10

Excellent

03 Aug 2025

Joseph

Needs the roads fixed

10/10

Exceptional

03 Jul 2025

E

Loved cooked

6/10

Pleasant

19 Apr 2025

Kath

The unit was worn and in need of refurbishments. Bed was comfortable with a great view but the room was stuffy and hot with only 2 small high windows and a smaller fan to provide airflow. The drive way was rough with tight windy bends. Would I stay there again...no.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

17 Mar 2025

E

one night

Drainage of accessible shower was very poor.
Restaurant was fare was simple but just what we needed.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

06 Mar 2025

Desmond

Great location to stay, beautiful view from the room and restaurant. Staff was excellent, food was great room was good bed was comfortable, would recommend staying there and definitely stay there again.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

11 Feb 2025

David

a good overnight stay on our way south.

8/10

Excellent

12 Jan 2025

Brenden

Clean and comfortable

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

22 Dec 2024

Gareth

Nice stay

Lovely little tucked away out of town place

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

13 Dec 2024

Bei Fei

It’s okay

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 Nov 2024

Shirley

Te Kuiti

Very good value for money.Clean with extras.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

18 Nov 2024

Claudia

Retro Motel Experience.
Liked the convenience of a retro motel with restaurant - ideal for overnight stay during long road trip. No glamour, no splendour, no gorgeous landscaping; but helpful staff and a clean room.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

24 Oct 2024

John

Small but clean rooms with excellent adjacent restaurant. Good for overnight stay prior to visiting Waitomo glowworm caves.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

20 Oct 2024

Katherine

Besides the tall trees growing in front of our unit, we had good surrounding views. The unit itself was top notch, cozy, clean and tidy. I especially loved the wall units above each bedside drawer! So so convenient! The downside - double bed was two king singles pushed together which had an uncomfortable “dip” in the middle. The driveway up to our unit was steep (ok) but had loose shingle and uneven and needed abit of tlc. Otherwise, great place to stay and would stay again.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

26 Sep 2024

Allan

I loved how genuinely kind and interested and helpful the staff were, loved my room, absolutely loved loved Dinner, its affordable for a budget traveller and you still get a Pure quality servivce..highly recommend..

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

25 Sep 2024

Sarah

They were accomadating to our needs and the room was so clean. Best place I have stayed at in a long time. Highly recommend.

Business_and_leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

12 Jul 2024

Assad

The property was ok the room was smaller then expected and the bathroom door hit the bed so only opened 1/3 of the way. The wifi didnt work apparently this is common according to staff due to a provider issue.

Leisure Self

6/10

Pleasant

24 Jun 2024

Pona

Kind staff

10/10

Exceptional

14 Jun 2024

Nina

The staff were fantastic.. friendly and caring.

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

03 Jun 2024

Andrew

Didn't have a sink in my room to wash the dishes. Other than that everything else was good.

Business Self

8/10

Excellent

18 May 2024

Janet

This is an older style property, decoration etc etc dated but that’s part of its charm.
Rooms are extremely clean . The restaurant offers a range of food options including a bar area .
Staff are excellent.A few minutes drive from the Main Street of Te Kuiti .

8/10

Excellent

14 May 2024

Andrew

Very friendly staff slight issue with check-in but easily resolved. Had a lovely meal in the restaurant.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

04 May 2024

Carol

The staff were very welcoming.Unfortunately the wifi would not work.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 Apr 2024

kavil

Relaxing with beautiful views

10/10

Exceptional

19 Apr 2024

Mary

Always clean.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

10 Mar 2024

Warren

Accommodation clean and fesh

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

09 Mar 2024

Julia

Would stay here again

Clean , well appointed accomodation. Food service was good.

Only downsides were our unit was close to the main road with heavy truck movements. Would be nice to have some more wine selection.

Would stay there again

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

21 Jan 2024

Andrea

WFI connection wasnt reliable

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

12 Jan 2024

Keeley

Stayed for one night at Panorama. Had all the facilities we required. We had dinner and drinks at the onsite restaurant which was lovely.

Unfortunately the WiFi would only connect in the restaurant and not in our room - so may need a booster or something for this to connect in the rooms

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

05 Dec 2023

Mary

Another great stay. So clean

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

19 Nov 2023

Casey

Was a bit noisy as there was a birthday in the restaurant but as expected as we’re right next to reception, overall stay was great! Affordable and accommodating.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

16 Nov 2023

Geir Harry

Okay for one night. Quiet and everthing wad clean 😁

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

11 Nov 2023

Helen

All good, better than expected for the price. I didn’t use the restaurant but would have if stay longer. Pleasant greeting. Clean and comfortable

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

09 Nov 2023

mike

Was a nice place

8/10

Excellent

09 Nov 2023

Scott

Only stayed one night from late eve until early morning but it was warm and clean with a comfy bed.

6/10

Pleasant

03 Nov 2023

Iain

Panoramic views from room. Well equipped room but all quite dated. Shower head is very low and had to bend down to shower properly. Might be a more significant problem for taller guests. However, noted that refurbishment of some rooms was taking place during our stay.
Close to Waitomo caves was a plus. Overall a good overnight stop.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

02 Nov 2023

Joie

The room was better than expected with some nice upgrades in the bathroom. It was a motel and the drive up the gravel road was in desperate need of repair. Dinner was reasonable and good. I’m

Partner

8/10

Excellent

31 Oct 2023

Karen

This was a very pleasant place to stay! Very convenient with its Restaurant and breakfast available. The staff were all lovely and helpful. The only tricky bit was the bathroom. A very tiny handbasin which was very difficult to use without getting water all over the floor and the shower regulator was awkward because it was very old and when turning it the labels didn’t match the heat and cold! Had to be very careful.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

22 Sep 2023

Helen

Good place to park up and great views

10/10

Exceptional

10 Sep 2023

Peter

Everything you need for a stop over . Very clean and quiet highly recommended

Business_and_leisure

10/10

Exceptional

18 Aug 2023

John Mar

The place is amazing!

6/10

Pleasant

11 Aug 2023

Erica

Lovely little unit. Very cold when we arrived at 7.30pm, room could of been warmed. Signage to reception could have arrows to make it clearer.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

23 Jul 2023

Damian

Very welcoming

6/10

Pleasant

16 Jun 2023

Brendon

Rooms spacious with good views
Bed needs replaceing or turned over it was unlevel . Some Ants walking around.

Business_and_leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

03 Jun 2023

Mary

We had a lovely clean unit. We got there late and they had turned on the heating and the electric blanket which we really appreciated as it was such a cold night. I would highly recommend and we will definitely be staying again. Its a bit dated but everything was so clean and the shower was a good pressure and the bed was comfortable.

Business_and_leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

21 May 2023

Raewyn

We stayed in unit 16.. Poor ventilation shower door did not close properly and the shower head went all over the show.. Woke to the windows crying and the first hotel we've ever stayed at who did not provide drinking chocolate..

Leisure

8/10

Excellent

20 May 2023

Mark

The bathroom need to be upgraded

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

15 May 2023

Amanda

Magic views, bed very cosy. Found some staff a little abrupt in attitude. FREE WIFI LIMITED TO 500 MG

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

15 May 2023

Dee

Found the property in real need of an update. The rooms were OK but Our bed had a dead fly under the covers.
Shower had water leaking out of the shower head.
I am sure this place once was a great place but really needs some attention.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

28 Feb 2023

Sharlene

All

Family

10/10

Exceptional

18 Feb 2023

Verified traveler

Very nice room. Comfortable bed. Very nice and respectful staff.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

16 Feb 2023

Sandra

The staff were super friendly and helpful and i would defs come bk was a nice get away from auckland thank you for having us :)

Leisure Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

04 Feb 2023

Alex

Stunning view. Nice and clean and large bedroom/ bathroom very very pleasant stay

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

20 Jan 2023

Andrew

No air conditioning

Business Self

10/10

Exceptional

15 Jan 2023

James

Everything was very clean beautiful views.

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

06 Jan 2023

Ann

The motel was perfect for whta we needed - a one night stop. There was traffic noise and some late arrivals, but neither of these are the fault of the property.

Family

4/10

Poor

17 Dec 2022

Colleen

It was old but ok, room stank and needed airing, i didnt expect flash. Bed was comfortable. Clean shower and toilet for an older place. Road in and around the property very steep and made harder cause the road falling apart, hope i dont get flat tyres from pot holes in driveway. Check in ok, but i feel the staff were not very friendly or very helpful.

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

17 Dec 2022

Verified traveler

Panorama

Room was fine. Everything we needed was present. However the driveway needs some serious work as numerous potholes & uneven surface. Last here 3 years ago. Driveway was bad then.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

06 Nov 2022

Colin

Quiet, clean and onsite dining. Great views of Te Kuiti.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 Sep 2022

Reece

Great location, good value. Staff were friendly and helpful

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

24 Sep 2022

Myrn

They make a effort to make it nice and clean. Small things matter

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

01 Sep 2022

Denise

The staff were excellent, thank you so much. We loved that we had the whole block to ourselves. A book on the hotels amenties, the restaurant and nearby activities would of been handy, there was nothing in the room. TeKuiti is a really quiet town, we drive up and down the streets looking for the night life.

Expedia can you please update your records alongside the motel please, the pool was not in use and staff are only in the office from 3-10pm.

Thank you, we enjoyed our stay.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

16 Jul 2022

CC

Driveway still undergoing repairs.

Went to tangi at local marae so we were sort of last minute. My grandchildren enjoyed the space and their wifi connection was good enough to keep them all amused. This is will continue to be our 'go to' place when we come to Te Kuiti.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

04 Jul 2022

Cynthia

I would go there again and recommend to others.

10/10

Exceptional

09 Jun 2022

Jamily

Such a lovely place to stay, clean and tidy wonderful staff and awesome food.

10/10

Exceptional

29 Jan 2022

Lauren

Location of premises to friends and cleaning up the property that was owned by my deceased Mum.

Business Family

6/10

Pleasant

30 Dec 2021

Verified traveler

A little tired and needing upkeep

Nobody on site when we arrived and messy in front of reception entrance. Dining room was closed although Manager ffered to provide some room service if required. Swimming pool was closed. Grounds were generally in need of some maintenance. Room was clean and okay for a one night stay

Partner

8/10

Excellent

16 Jul 2021

Verified traveler

Good location. Restaurant on-site

Leisure Self

4/10

Poor

06 Feb 2021

Verified traveler

When booking a place to stay I expect the amenities listed to be both working and available. No water in the pool in summer, and the restaurant was closed, both reasons why we booked the accommodation. I was only advised about the pool after I had paid and was told they could give me a refund if I wanted to go elsewhere, on a weekend where everything was fully booked, thanks. Bath towel had a massive hole, parking is chaotic. On the bright side, it was clean, but I wouldn’t stay again.

10/10

Exceptional

13 Jan 2021

Colin

Room was clean and tidy, and the staff were friendly and helpful. Dinner at the restaurant was enjoyed by all.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

09 Jan 2021

ANDREWS

Great place. Friendly staff. Nice food

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

10 Sep 2020

Janet

welcoming place to stay

Business

8/10

Excellent

07 Sep 2020

Verified traveler

I felt very comfortable in the motel and found the staff to be very friendly and attentive. I was annoyed by the noise of the trucks from the street and the constant reloading for the WiFi.

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

28 Aug 2020

Verified traveler

Nice tidy comfortable rooms. Excellent meal in dining room.

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

01 Jun 2020

Verified traveler

Lovely views, very clean, nice dinner in the restaurant.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

12 Mar 2020

Verified traveler

The Panorama was easy to find being on the main road heading North before you come into Te Kuiti. It is located off a down hill stretch of road therefore there is a bit of truck noise (engine breaking) during the night but this did not bother me as I was tired out after driving up from Wellington and doing the Waitomo caves tour that day. The restaurant is well worth eating at and it is licenced so you can enjoy a beer or two with dinner without worrying about having to drive anywhere.

Friends_and_family Partner

8/10

Excellent

10 Mar 2020

Verified traveler

Liked the natural out look. The room was clean and tidy, could use better cooling system although the fan worked quite well, bed was comfy.

Friends_and_family Partner

8/10

Excellent

04 Mar 2020

Johan

Great outlook and good facilities. Unfortunately it was noisy during the night from large trucks using engine braking.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 Jan 2020

Verified traveler

The motel had a fantastic view - hence the name Panorama. There is a restaurant onsite too. As a walker I was more than happy that to get to town needed to walk up and down a hill! Friendly and welcoming staff.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

07 Jan 2020

M J

All was wonderful until the morning breakfast service! We found the waitress somewhat unhelpful - it seemed she just wanted to tidy up and go home!

Friends_and_family Family

6/10

Pleasant

21 Oct 2019

Verified traveler

Meals were great. Rooms a bit dated and high traffic noise.

Leisure Friends

6/10

Pleasant

20 Oct 2019

Verified traveler

Unfortunately on a long downhill section of SH3, where trucks use air brakes, so is very noisy. There was (I kid you not) a large chunk missing out of the toilet bowl, and the bathroom wet floor design was poorly enough \"adapted\" that we ended up making a dam around the shower curtain to stop 3/4 of the bathroom turning into a water feature.

Leisure Friends

6/10

Pleasant

14 Oct 2019

Verified traveler

A comfortable enough unit for what we required.
Disappointed there was no hairdryer, unless I couldn’t find it. Left mine at home as usually there is one!

Friends_and_family Partner

10/10

Exceptional

15 Aug 2019

Verified traveler

Awesome customer service. Vsry helpful. Thank you for all of your help

Business

10/10

Exceptional

28 Jul 2019

Verified traveler

Always enjoy my stay there...very nice staff..meals are excellent..and the rooms are neat and tidy.

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

19 Jul 2019

Verified traveler

The receptionist she was lovely and very professional

Friends_and_family Family

6/10

Pleasant

08 Jul 2019

Verified traveler

Lovely view has everything you need for a short stay. Not enough room to accommodate 3 or 4 people for long stays. No lounge this area is the bedroom/kitchen.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

29 Jun 2019

Verified traveler

There was an odour about the room when we first got there. But the staff were very helpful.

Business Family

4/10

Poor

23 Jun 2019

Verified traveler

the shower door and bedroom door wouldnt close the beds were hard to sleep on and the pillows uncomfortable

Friends_and_family Family_with_children

4/10

Poor

11 May 2019

Verified traveler

The property was old. Had most of the things we needed, except wifi. We were told we were too far away to get the signal, making it extremely difficult for us as we were travelling and relying on internet. If you need wifi, look elsewhere!

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

30 Apr 2019

Verified traveler

Bed were a little to bouncy and soft, close to local marae

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

30 Mar 2019

Verified traveler

Spent one night here, was a lovely stay and our room was very clean.