Name: Spanish Lady Motel
Address: Kennedy Road, 348, Napier, NZ

10/10

Exceptional

30 Jun 2026

Matt

Very accommodating especially if you have pets! Would definitely stay again thank you

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 Mar 2026

Chad

I stayed for work and it was very comfortable and clean I was happy. The pool was nice at the end of the day.

Self

6/10

Pleasant

17 Feb 2026

Kellie

No cooking facilities at all and was very noisy between road noise and next door guests.

Room was otherwise very clean and bed was comfy.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

25 Jan 2026

John

Clean, very welcoming and friendly obliging house keeper’s. On a remake and we wish them well.
Small New World within walking distance and handy to town and Taradale.
Nice clean pool. Definitely worth a stay.
Jon & Lois

Leisure Pet

8/10

Excellent

25 Jan 2026

Karen

Friendly and professional staff.
Clean and tidy rooms.
Would recommend 😊

8/10

Excellent

22 Nov 2025

Jared

Stayed a week and was good

Business Self

10/10

Exceptional

15 Nov 2025

jeanine

It was all that was needed & more

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

26 Sep 2025

Irene

Shops close by.

8/10

Excellent

13 Sep 2025

Thomas

Amazing for the price. Quiet and clean, albeit a little rundown-looking. Would absolutely stay and again and would recommend. My only gripe is that the shower water pressure was somewhat lacking.

Business_and_leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

01 Sep 2025

Gabrielle

Very comfortable stay

6/10

Pleasant

16 Mar 2025

Nikala

Very aged property and poor water pressure in the shower. However lovely lady on the counter and comfortable enough for a overnight stop.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

16 Mar 2025

Steve

The lady accomodating and find a safe place for my motorbike and trailer

Family

8/10

Excellent

11 Mar 2020

Verified traveler

I liked the location and the staff were very obliging. The unit was clean and comfortable but the whole property needed an uplift. The fountain in the front was surrounded by a weedy garden and it is supposed to be the frontispiece of the property. The unit needed a refit to make it more up to date.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

23 Feb 2020

Verified traveler

Great value for money, not too far out of town. Plenty of space in unit. Helpful staff

Leisure Partner

2/10

Poor

17 Feb 2020

Verified traveler

I liked nothing. It was 'unique' in that it is a ramshackled mess.

Friends_and_family Partner

4/10

Poor

17 Feb 2020

Colleen

While the man at the front desk was lovely, the place was very run down and worn out.

Self

2/10

Poor

16 Feb 2020

Verified traveler

The room was nothing like in advertising photo.
The dining furniture was disgusting and should have been replaced a long time ago. The seat cushions were stained and dirty.
The bed covers were questionable as to when they had been cleaned
Overall not somewhere I would recommend staying at

Leisure Friends

2/10

Poor

16 Feb 2020

Verified traveler

Very old, shabby and run down.
There were ants eggs in shower, cockroaches, and snail in room.
Wallpaper peeling, shower had poor pressure.
Very poorly maintained.

Leisure Friends

6/10

Pleasant

12 Feb 2020

Verified traveler

Overall fine for what we needed. Clean but the pillows were a bit useless.
Value for money but the place would beneifit from a bit of a tidy up.

Leisure Family

2/10

Poor

09 Feb 2020

Verified traveler

Where do i start! Leaking toilet cistern held together with brown packing tape, towels threadbare and even holes in them, dirty stained dining chairs, net curtains on ranch slider door about 24 inches too long and a real tripping hazzard, iron cord damaged with bare wires showing, electric cooker cracked, bedroom side tables in poor condition.

Friends_and_family Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 Feb 2020

Rebecca

Great value & service

Excellent service. Everything we needed for an overnight stay.

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

03 Feb 2020

Denise

Very nice. Hosts were super duper friendly and very convenient for the concert. Transport for concert was organised by a private company, can highly recommend.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

03 Feb 2020

Verified traveler

Could be better

Place is a little run down and needs a lot of renovation. However unit was clean and had all the utensils you need. It is situated on a main road so if you have a unit at the front, street noise at night can be a problem. Manager was friendly and check in quick.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

02 Feb 2020

Verified traveler

It was a cheap stay so even though the condition of the place was a bit run down I was clean and had everything we needed. The service came without a smile. That was disappointing.

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

05 Jan 2020

Nathan

It was a great set-up and great location, staff was good, not friendly but not unfriendly either. Only problem we had was we all came back with itchy bites, either from the carpets or the beds. Otherwise it was a good stay. Thanks

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

29 Dec 2019

Verified traveler

Very in need of maintenance. Door to shoer room broken. Window latch in shower broken. Paint peeling etc.

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

05 Dec 2019

Michelle

A little tired, but clean comfortable and great value, would stay again next time im in the area

Business

8/10

Excellent

20 Nov 2019

Verified traveler

Very comfortable stay for one night , great value for money but the place could use an update.

Friends_and_family Family

6/10

Pleasant

17 Nov 2019

Verified traveler

Room in need of renovation, road noise
Facilities were ok

Leisure

8/10

Excellent

09 Nov 2019

Lesley

I have stayed here before so it makes life easier to use somewhere you have been before. They are very easy to find and handily situated to McLean Park if you are heading to Napier for the cricket. Sky TV and a swimming pool complete the package. AC also appreciated.

Leisure Friends

8/10

Excellent

21 Oct 2019

julie

Spanish Lady Motel

When I arrived the kitchen floor was flooded, had to mop up with towel.

6/10

Pleasant

28 Sep 2019

Verified traveler

They had a swimming pool but hours were restricted from 0900-1700Hrs (5pm), and it was a warm day, but it is considered winter, so closed early.

Friends_and_family Family

4/10

Poor

17 Sep 2019

Verified traveler

The area was great but the unit we had needed work done on it. Curtains off the hooks, Cupboard door off one hinge, Water supply was very slow as though we were on a rural property with no pressure system, window did not lock in main bedroom, no plug in bathroom basin even though we asked. Beds were very comfortable and unit suited us very well but !!!!

Business Family

8/10

Excellent

08 Sep 2019

Verified traveler

For the price the motel was awesome. Very clean and the guy at the front desk was nice and had the heatpump going for us on arrival.

Friends_and_family Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

18 Aug 2019

Verified traveler

Close to town and in a handy location for travelling to and from when visiting family

Friends_and_family Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

07 Aug 2019

Verified traveler

Stay here abit good value

Place is basic but good value aircon nice comfortable bed sky tv. Bathroom door was hard to open and close besides that no issues

Family

10/10

Exceptional

05 Jul 2019

Verified traveler

The room is like many in NZ. We had a room with 5 beds. We only needed the Queen and 1 single. But it was fine. Every day the manager came by with clean towels and anything else we may need. He was extremely polite. The kitchen was great. We used the oven, the toaster, the fridge and the microwave. Having dishes and serving utensils was great! The TV was awesome. Always something to watch. Even though it was cold, the outdoor pool was open. We chose not to swim (freezing). But we did do laundry and were able to hang the clothes out to dry on the line. There were pegs and everything! Would go back again!!!!!

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

02 Jul 2019

Verified traveler

Everything we needed was there. Loved the heat pump and clean towels put in the room each day. The staff were nice and we felt comfortable and welcome.
I think the place could have been more thoroughly cleaned between guests. Namely around the edges and corners of the Lino in the toilet and dust shelving. Not a huge thing but noticeable and easily addressed.

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

23 May 2019

Verified traveler

Overall we had a pleasant stay, just a bit noisy so close to abusy road.

Leisure Partner

4/10

Poor

16 May 2019

Verified traveler

Bathroom and kitchen facilities are terrible and road noise is constant

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

27 Apr 2019

john

m

Tidy clean and cheap. Just what I wanted as a bed for one night.

6/10

Pleasant

24 Apr 2019

SASA

Easter Break - Family Trip

Check in was smooth and the motel was able to find a baby cot for our youngest. Lindt Easter Eggs were there on arrival and replenished each day (a nice surprise for the kids). Room was dated but met our needs. Daily cleaning was good but the occasional cockroach sighting was a little disappointing.

Family

8/10

Excellent

22 Apr 2019

Verified traveler

Clean, secure, friendly staff and a good price. Thank you:)

Friends_and_family Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

31 Mar 2019

laura

Friendly staff and good amenities.

Friends

8/10

Excellent

31 Mar 2019

Verified traveler

I didnt like the weather - couldnt have a swim in the lovely pool !! I liked the situation of the motel - close to everything we went too, and the staff were friendly and helpful.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

22 Mar 2019

Verified traveler

Nice and clean

Place is dated but it was clean there was aircon and I had a good sleep spa could have done with a clean

Family

8/10

Excellent

24 Feb 2019

Verified traveler

Friendly owners, allowed me to check in early. Thank you

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

29 Jan 2019

H2

Pleasant motel. Friendly and helpful staff. Air con was a necessity and the pool was great for the kids.

8/10

Excellent

25 Nov 2018

james

Good stay

Good clean large room, a bit noisy from road traffic in daytime as on main road but ok at night. A ten minute drive to the centre but local shops a three minute walk away. You can order breakfast to be delivered to your room if you want. Freindly and helpful owners

Partner

4/10

Poor

05 Nov 2018

Bill

Very poor every thing was worn or broken would not recomend to others not happy trying to go for a refund for our stay

8/10

Excellent

30 Oct 2018

Ann

enjoyed our stay and would definitely return and also suggest to friends.

6/10

Pleasant

28 Oct 2018

Rodz

Very most basic motel, rooms decor and general feel was very outdated and could be improved. All the notes around the room of how to use things or to be safe of was a little over the top and could be done much easier in a folder.

6/10

Pleasant

10 Oct 2018

Verified traveler

Chair with broken leg.
Ripped wallpaper on the wall

6/10

Pleasant

30 Sep 2018

JEREMY

Napier Symposium visit

Room was adequate, motel is tired, needs upgrade & refreshening up.
Our room was close to the main road & very noisy, had to wear ear plugs to sleep.
Plenty of hot water but no hot water pressure at shower shower probably 50 years old.
Bed was ok but it really needs upgrading.
Key to a good motel is cleanliness a great bed giving a great nights sleep and a shower better than at home.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

17 Jul 2018

Sarah

Great place to stay with kids!!! The spa was great. Rooms had everything we needed and ideal when traveling with children.

6/10

Pleasant

16 Jul 2018

A

Reception guy was helpful, the room was very dated & requires decorating. It was clean & beds comfortable.

6/10

Pleasant

11 Jun 2018

Kk

Okay for some, but not for everyone

It is tidy and good value, but I stayed at this place on a cold night, the heat pump just can't seem to warm the room at all

8/10

Excellent

21 May 2018

Wendy

We were very comfortable in our unit.
Some major maintainance needed to trace water leakage from shower wall to insde of bedroom and onto carpet area at same wall area. Major water leakage around tap in shower and hot water tap at basin.
Sliding doors into bathroom and toilet need attention as well.
Water problems mentioned to motelier and was told owner lived in Wellington so waiting till they arrived to follow up.
Curtains in bedroom showing signs of mould as well.

4/10

Poor

02 May 2018

Verified traveler

Crap

Would not recommend

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 May 2018

wendy

Very impressed

Right from early check in, you get a good feel about this motel. We called in early - midday - as we were on our way to a bowls tournament and didn't know whether we would get back before 7pm when check in finishes, and although our room was still being cleaned, was given our spare key and able to book in. We had a separate bedroom with TV, a separate kitchen with full stove, microwave and all you would require, a couple of biscuits, very comfortable double bed in bedroom and a single in the lounge/dining room area for a third person and a couple of comfy chairs for watching TV. Okay it is older but very impressed and would definitely stay here again.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

30 Apr 2018

Verified traveler

Good, clean, average motel

Motel was very clean but getting old. Painters were coming in which was great. Friendly staff. Spa pool hours are limiting. Swimming pool looked dirty but we were there off season. Beds were comfortable and had electric blankets! Parking right outside the door was great. Had all the essentials.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

30 Apr 2018

Verified traveler

Good, clean, average motel

Motel was very clean but getting old. Painters were coming in which was great. Friendly staff. Spa pool hours are limiting. Swimming pool looked dirty but we were there off season. Beds were comfortable and had electric blankets! Parking right outside the door was great. Had all the essentials.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

30 Apr 2018

Verified traveler

Good, clean, average motel

Motel was very clean but getting old. Painters were coming in which was great. Friendly staff. Spa pool hours are limiting. Swimming pool looked dirty but we were there off season. Beds were comfortable and had electric blankets! Parking right outside the door was great. Had all the essentials.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

21 Apr 2018

Sandy

Nice hotel spaces rooms

Wanted to change room as the one I book was a bit too close to the road staff was very helpful and changed my room for me Really nice friendly service

10/10

Exceptional

05 Apr 2018

Ron

Nice motel

I enjoyed my time. Staff helpful. Comfortable motel.

6/10

Pleasant

03 Apr 2018

Verified traveler

Cosy and Comfy but...

Cosy and comfy but our room definitely needed some TLC. Can't say what the other rooms were like. But great location - surprisingly quiet - and reasonably priced.

8/10

Excellent

01 Apr 2018

Verified traveler

Great motel close to our destination

The room was very clean and comfortable. The staff were very friendly and accomodating.

8/10

Excellent

31 Mar 2018

simi

Don't let fìrst impressions deceive

Pulling into the motel there was a bit of a \"what have I done\" moment, but that was simply a response to the dated exterior of the motel.
On check-in, the staff were friendly and our room was completely adequate. Clean, comfortable, and good value for money.
The only issue was a dodgy kitchen tap but aside from that, the room was fine for a one night stay.
Would happily stay here again and recommend to others.

6/10

Pleasant

31 Mar 2018

RJ

Decent enough place for the price. All the basics you need. Room was tidy. Shower curtain and metal shower bottom a bit gross

8/10

Excellent

29 Mar 2018

Andre

Comfortable but dated.

Older property that needs a bit of a makeover. Having said that beds were comfortable and unit was clean and had all you needed. Outside area needed weeding and outdoor furniture replacing but looked like it was work in progress. Didn't get a paper each day as requested.

Family

6/10

Pleasant

26 Mar 2018

Verified traveler

ok for a budget motel

found the room to be average ,was quiet but showing sign .
kitchen bathroom and toilet very small but clean

8/10

Excellent

19 Mar 2018

Verified traveler

Comfortable motel

Comfortable and clean motel. Helpful staff. Enjoyed the spa pool and a visit from a neighbourhood cat!

4/10

Poor

03 Mar 2018

T.R.A

Could use some maintenance

Friendly helpful staff, but the room looked worn and tired, the oven/cooktop was ancient, and the twin beds were very soft.

8/10

Excellent

27 Feb 2018

David

No daily housecleaning.
Wi-Fi was difficult to obtain.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

26 Feb 2018

Verified traveler

It suited what we wanted. It was clean and the pool was a bonus.

8/10

Excellent

05 Feb 2018

Verified traveler

Nice and clean but a little dated.

Family

2/10

Poor

30 Jan 2018

Verified traveler

make over needed

motel rooms in desperate need of a make over, as very tired.

10/10

Exceptional

26 Jan 2018

Verified traveler

Nice, quiet hotel only a couple of minutes drive from city center. Staff were welcoming and helpful. Rooms were clean and tidy. Enjoyed our stay

6/10

Pleasant

21 Jan 2018

Gaylene

Medium range motel in Napier

On arrival the male motel owner was abrupt and distracted but gave the necessary instructions to our room. I later phoned to ask about the local bus timetable as I required to use this the next day. He was not able to help with no knowledge or experience of travelling on public transport and gave no assistance as to where I might find this information other than to say that the bus stop was close by. The motel room was in a clean state but was obviously undergoing some repairs and refurbishment with patched unpainted holes in the bedroom wall and flaking ceiling paint in the bathroom area. The beds were very comfortable and the essential appliances and bathroom toiletries were supplied. There was an efficient heat/cool pump in the lounge area. The rooms were not serviced in any way during our two night stay. The rubbish was not emptied, nor was the bathroom cleaned and we made our own beds. On departure the female receptionist was very pleasant. Overall an average experience.

8/10

Excellent

19 Jan 2018

John

Old, comfortable but in need of renovation

This motel offered exactly what we wanted - A/C, pool and spa and if you looked past the need for units to be upgraded, were comfortable with a great bed and suited our needs. The wifi was a bit of a drag getting it set up but did do the job.
The cost per night, would be considered 'budget'.
This is a 1970's built motel and with a good level of owner/operator input could easily be made into a very trendy operation again.

8/10

Excellent

17 Jan 2018

peg

what this motel needs

It needs curtains on kitchen window. The tv needs tuning in properly. New pillows they have had it. Otherwise you would have a nice motel

8/10

Excellent

02 Jan 2018

Verified traveler

Nice pool and spa. Room was nothing special but was clean and tidy

6/10

Pleasant

02 Jan 2018

Roslynn

Good family motel with swimming pool

Motel units need to be checked that everything that should be there is there and working. Had to ask for dishwashing liquid, can opener didn't work, no chopping board or salad bowl. Also need microwave dishes for cooking. Carpets need a good clean as 11 month old got extremely dirty crawling around .
Door lock incredibly difficult to lock. Owner was aware and said he needed to get a locksmith. Great motel but just needs a little TLC

10/10

Exceptional

01 Dec 2017

Carole

Great little apartments

Budget accommodation but is well equipped and has everything needed. Decor a little tired but it's clean and adequate and its very quiet. Staff are very friendly and go above and beyond. I'd stay here again.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

29 Nov 2017

Jean

Very dated but clean motel. Kitchen area not great but lounge and bedroom spacious. Location ok but long walk to town centre. Buses only run in day time so have to use car in evening.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

28 Nov 2017

Verified traveler

Very tired motel which seemed to be used by tradesmen.

8/10

Excellent

05 Nov 2017

Marja

5 mins drive from town

Quiet motel, on the road to Napier, a little tired but very clean. Everything we needed. Also has pool and spa which we didn’t use. Manager very helpful

8/10

Excellent

02 Nov 2017

Verified traveler

Courteous staff

Clean, spacious, good rang of utensils, staff on hand helpful

2/10

Poor

18 Oct 2017

Verified traveler

Needs Attention

I feel like you need spend some money on your facilities
* Things are dirty, old and run down
* Room not clean at all
* Look at getting some eateries to deliver to your motel as you are isolated

One positive was the Sky TV available

8/10

Excellent

11 Oct 2017

Tonia

Spent 2 days at motel, was a good stay. Quiet. convenient location. Would be nice to have an iron on hand for patrons to use though.

4/10

Poor

11 Oct 2017

Robyn

Changed a lot since new owners

There was cockroaches and ants in more rooms than just mine, skirting boards were filthy, as were walls. Fly poo on ceiling and smoke alarm. Coach seat was very very uncomfortable, as spring in it had gone. New owner was nice, however standards have REALLY dropped since last time!!!! I left a couple of things behind and have had no communication whatsoever about it. Really really disappointing after such a lovely stay last year

10/10

Exceptional

03 Oct 2017

mita

Excellent area first time there

Excellent stay thats about as much as ican say didnt stay long enough

4/10

Poor

04 Sep 2017

Verified traveler

Keep looking

Overpriced even with discount. Would not choose to stay here again.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

17 Aug 2017

Verified traveler

If you just need a bed and don't care about class. Room was ok but not recommended if you want class

4/10

Poor

28 May 2017

Kathy

I would not stay there again as we didn't get fresh milk for the second day and had to ask for tea to be topped up. Had book through trivgo and got we didn't as wasn't going to get double room.
Then was question about my kids. Went to room and owner unlocked the bedroom door thought that was very odd.

10/10

Exceptional

25 May 2017

Verified traveler

More than I expected

Fantastic place to stay. Bigger than I thought, with a lounge area big tv in the lounge and bedroom. The kitchen had I needed, great to have a fridge, separate bathroom and toilet.

Really appreciated having a car park in front of the unit.

Nice and cosy. I returned back and the light and heat pump on for me. I lovely thoughtful touch.

8/10

Excellent

24 May 2017

Liling

Room condition

Cosy and relax. Room facilities air-conditioning is new.

6/10

Pleasant

23 May 2017

Erica

For the cost of the room it was OK. We arrived late and were gone early in the morning so didn't see any staff. The lady I spoke to on the phone earlier in the day to arrange the late check in was pleasant however I had to call back to get the details regarding the access to room as the email/text I was promised with the details never arrived. The room itself was OK but dated the place could do with a bit of a spruce up.

10/10

Exceptional

22 May 2017

Harry

Happy Stay!

Great place. Great Stay. Convenient for quick entry and exit on to the main thoroughfare

Family

8/10

Excellent

19 May 2017

Verified traveler

Nice stay and value for money