We booked an internet special with Marineland Motel Napier. This was supposed to be a 47 square metre two bedroom apartment - brand new.(Just like shown on the pictures on their web site). We were very excited and recommended our parents book one too. What we got was a semi re-furbished room that looked like the local farmer had done it. Half of the room was very old fashioned and some new (spa bath), new cover on one bed. Finishing was terrible, nothing matched. A very old kitchen, shatlock stove that must be 30 yrs old at least. We ordered breakfast for 8.30am delivery. This was left on our bench the night before with nothing to put on our toast. Beds and linen were comfortable. Courtyard was nice. Swimming pool could only be used at certain times of the day due to swimming lessons. Playground very old wood and looked to be falling apart.This was supposed to be an up-market treat for our family to co-incide with a family wedding. No smoke alarms, stove fitting had no electrical cover on it. I used to stay in motels at least 4 nights a month for business - this would have to be rated one of the worst! NOT WHAT MARINELAND WEB SITE PHOTOS SHOW AT ALL!!!! VERY DISAPPOINTED.

This motel is on the outskirts of town. If you are shopping/dining/drinking in town and want to be able to walk back to your hotel/motel it is not suitable. I guess you could catch a cab. It is a few minutes drive from the middle of town. Service was friendly. The room was clean, comfortable and satisfactory. Although the motel is on a main road out of town, I didn't really notice any road noise. It was good value for money. I would consider staying here again.

This was my second visit to Marineland Motel, the first time being April 2009. First impressions go a long way and as before, I was greeted like a long lost family member. Carol and Evan welcomed me with open arms.
As before, my room was presented to a very high standard with absolutely no concerns by myself. Although the rooms either side of me were occupied each night, I did not hear any noise from them - compared to a lot of motels, the sound insulation at Marineland is exceptional.
All in all a very pleasant stay, so much so, I was saddened when it came to leaving time.

I am a buisness traveller and stay at the Marineland Motel for 1 night every 6 weeks. Carol and Dale are wonderful Host, friendly and professional. The Motel has a heated indoor swimming pool which is great in the middle of winter. It also has a fantasic resturant attached which offers room service. The units are clean and very comfortable with nice flat screen TV's. I have stayed in other high end Motels in Napier before, but I rate Marineland as No.1 and would always atay there when ever possible.

Kevin - ASSA ABLOY