What is the difference between a 3-star hotel and a motel in North Island?

A motel is a great option if you're gearing up to tour around North Island. These escapes are usually located near highways and airports, feature on-site parking and have basic services and amenities. Stay at a 3-star hotel and you'll be more centrally located. With a wider range of rooms and welcome conveniences like a fitness centre, lobby and meeting rooms, you can expect to pay extra for hotel lodgings.

Are there any 3-star hotels with free breakfast in North Island?

Get ready for the day's sightseeing adventures with a complimentary breakfast at Pipi Dune Bed & Breakfast . Take advantage of other amenities at this comfy 3-star North Island stay, such as a barbecue grill and miniature golfing. Or devour the free morning meal at Petite Provence Bed And Breakfast . It's just one of the many conveniences on offer here.

Do any 3-star hotels in North Island have a pool?

Pack your swimsuit and dive into the pool at The Beaumont Apartments . Another 3-star getaway where you can relax poolside in between exploring the sights is Matakana House Motel . The warmest months of December, January and February are a superb time to stay in a hotel with a pool in North Island. Average temperatures range from 14ºC at night to 21ºC during the day in the warmest month of January.

What 3-star hotels in North Island have an on-site restaurant?

Stay at one of our 3-star hotels with an on-site restaurant and save time searching for somewhere to eat every day. President Hotel and Stunning Two Bedroom Apartment are two good options for hungry visitors to Auckland, North Island. The first also includes free WiFi and dry cleaning and laundry services, while a cafe and a swimming pool are two of the conveniences at the second.

Do any 3-star hotels in North Island have WiFi?

Check in to one of our 3-star hotels with WiFi in North Island and enjoy the convenience of browsing social media or arranging tours and activities. Stunning Two Bedroom Apartment and President Hotel are two options where you can stay connected while travelling around Auckland. Remember that WiFi may be free or charged at an additional fee, so check before you book.

What 3-star hotels in North Island have parking?

Book one of our 3-star options with parking in North Island and steer clear of the inconvenience of looking for somewhere to leave your ride. Pipi Dune Bed & Breakfast and The Metrotel Motel are two that include this feature and loads more. From Sky Tower to Mt. Eden, your North Island holiday will be full of awesome experiences wherever you go.

Do any 3-star hotels in North Island have rooms with a kitchenette?

Our 3-star hotels with kitchenettes in Auckland, North Island make it easy to whip up home-style food in between touring top attractions. Splendid One Bedroom Apartment and Waterloo Quadrant are two picks where you can spend less on restaurants and more on activities. The first also has a cafe and a swimming pool, while a terrace and a cafe are among the other amenities at the second.

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"Clean and Simple Hotel. So worth the money I paid and the location is easily walkable from/to the airport!"

RM330 total

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30 Jul - 31 Jul

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

"Nice hotel "

RM206 total

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30 Jul - 31 Jul

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

"What a wonderful place to stay will stay there again "

RM348 total

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20 Jul - 21 Jul

"This is a great property for overnight stays when you have an early morning flight or late night arrival. "

"We have stayed three times now, excellent service and facilities "

1 bedroom, free minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished

"Nice and new, friendly staff. It is reasonably priced and close to airport. "

"Great views and so handy to local cafes and shops."

"We stayed 1 night and was very satisfied withour transit via Wellington to our next destination."

RM300 total

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27 Jul - 28 Jul

Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

"Very good location, clean room, kind staff"

RM542 total

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22 Jul - 23 Jul

1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

"Good size room. Parking is limited but you can park a larger size vehicle here, unlike several CBD hotels. Overall was quite good room/ parking/ breakfast for the price we paid. "

1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

"It's clean, near the airport, and surprisingly affordable. Worth the visit "

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"Rooms and bathrooms were great. Beds comfortable. "

RM405 total

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13 Jul - 14 Jul

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk

"friendly staff, easy stay from airport."

RM204 total

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20 Jul - 21 Jul

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished

"I loved the hotel is was really awesome, two single beds, nice shower over bath, TV was good, nice and cheaps for 3 nights too, close to bus stops close to 4 square too 10 out of 10"

RM318 total

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11 Jul - 12 Jul

"Very enjoyable stay with great room facilities and friendly staff "

"Nice area close to everything "

1 bedroom, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing

"We had a great stay…..exceeded our expectations! Highly recommend."

"Centrally located and comfortable. Also, great to have option to do laundry! "

RM323 total

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27 Jul - 28 Jul

"A great place to stay to break trip."

RM270 total

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20 Jul - 21 Jul

Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

"Great hotel warm room comfy bed. Easy peasy close to the ferry crossings "

RM291 total

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13 Jul - 14 Jul

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There's a reason the top 3-star hotels in North Island, New Zealand are so incredibly popular: They combine comforting amenities and just-for-you service with some of the best rates and discounts the area has to offer. When you book a stay at a three star hotel in North Island, you'll get affordable rates at these mid-range properties. Check through our listings and you'll find some hotels may even give you access to perfect little perks like on-site restaurants and cocktail bars, well-appointed fitness centres, and spacious rooms.

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Based on reviews shared by Expedia customers, President Hotel is one of the best 3-star hotels in Auckland, North Island. It offers free WiFi and front desk services, and is around 0.16 kilometers west of the centre. Guests also love Stunning Two Bedroom Apartment, about 0.16 kilometers northeast of downtown. A swimming pool and a cafe help make it a sought-after city escape.

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Relaxation is a breeze in 3-star hotels in North Island. In addition to comfortable settings, these cost-effective properties come with a host of welcome amenities like free WiFi, coffee and tea maker and fitness equipment. A 4-star hotel offers a more refined ambience with upgraded features such as a day spa, outdoor or indoor pool and bigger rooms. Regardless of your preferred hotel style or what you want to spend, we have a perfect fit for you.

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