The rain was pummeling down when we drove into Whangamata, so we stopped at the first place we saw.... and got lucky! With a little coaxing, we got a room with a private spa.... and spent the afternoon enjoying the rain instead of cursing it! There were even some cookies, a little tea and cocoa.. nice! I had a really... More

Stayed a night and short notice and the owner was so welcoming. Room very clean and doors open onto pool area with great afternoon sun. Lovely spot at table outside door for a wine and relaxation. Great location near marina. Felt the room could have been softened with a rug (has tile floor) and a couch. I find many motels... More

This place was one of my favorites on our recent holiday in the North Island. Marie, the owner, gave us a great welcome. I felt like I had known her for ages. We had booked into a studio room but she offered us a 1 bedroom unit because we were staying for 3 nights and they werent booked out. Both... More

We stayed for 2 nights in february 2012. Lovely owners who even did our washing ( the guest machine was 'playing up') very clean, the spa was wonderful. We have just returned after travelling for 8 weeks and this is one of the most welcoming hotels we stayed in, our little bit of paradise. The facilities in the hotel were... More

Visiting our daughter in Auckland for a three week holiday touring NZ from Scotland booked Breakers by good reviews on Trip Adviser was not disapointed Marie went out of her way to make our stay perfect and my daughter even got use of the motels canoe . Breakers is a short walk to local shops and restaurants with plenty of... More

We stayed there just this weekend gone. Lovely receptionist and a great set up for the children with a playground around the corner from our unit. Breakers reminds me of the gold coast, very modern, very clean and a gorgeous lay out with the pool just outside the unit doors. This is my new favourite place and we will be... More

Stayed for one night only in a poolside ground floor studio. Nicely laid out, spacious and clean, with the pool literally just outside the door. Lovely hosts and staff. Short drive or 5 - 10 minute walk to the centre of town and local beaches. Had a very comfortable stay.

I stayed at breakers for 3 wks by myself and then was joined by my husband for 2wks,5wks all up while i was visiting my sick sister in whangamata,wonderful place with very friendly,caring staff and loving owners,i felt sad to leave there as i'd become part of the furnisher,evrything about the place was top notch and wouldn't hesitate to recommend... More

Thank you Marie and Doug for a lovely stay. We really appreciated having such lovely people to talk to who made us feel so welcome, and were happy to help at any time at the drop of a hat. The rooms are tidy, clean, and well appointed. The Motel is nice and quiet, and it was nice to have a... More