Tucked away in a peaceful setting, Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery offers the perfect retreat. Take advantage of a garden and laundry facilities during your stay. Connect with in-room WiFi or enjoy delicious food at the restaurant.
Te Kuititanga-O-Nga-Whakaaro - 21 min drive - 27.6 km
Big Shearer - 21 min drive - 27.6 km
Waitomo Glowworm Caves - 40 min drive - 50.4 km
Woodlyn Park - 40 min drive - 50.5 km
Aranui Cave - 43 min drive - 52.9 km
Getting around
Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.) - 163 min drive
Restaurants
Fat Pigeon Cafe - 5 min walk
Piopio Cosmopolitan Club - 4 min walk
Piopio Berry Orchard - 3 min drive
Cloverleaf Cafe - 3 min walk
About this property
Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery
When visiting Piopio, Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery is a great choice to consider. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
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Hotel size
10 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Express check-in/out available
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Continental breakfast each morning (surcharge)
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Barbecue grills
Working away
Meeting room
Services
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Facilities
Garden
Picnic area
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 10.00 per person
Policies
This property accepts credit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Also known as
Owls Nest Motel Piopio
Owls Nest Motel
Owls Nest Piopio
Owls Nest Motel
Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery Motel
Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery Piopio
Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery Motel Piopio
Frequently asked questions
Does Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery?
Yes, there's free self parking. Electric car charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery?
You can check in starting at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Express check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery and nearby?
Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery has a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.
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Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
8.8/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Restaurant
Room
Service staff
Bar
Food
Accomodation Type
Towns
Bed
Kitchen
Breakfast
What guests liked
Free continental breakfast was a lovely surprise with delicious portions. (3 reviews)
Delicious meals with good portion sizes were served at the on-site restaurant. (4 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
29 May, 2025
This place is a great place to stay. It is comfortable and super clean. They were so lovely and accomodating to my needs and even offered me free breakfast! I was very impressed with the place and would definitely stay here again.
Marianne
Marianne, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
1 Mar, 2025
We loved staying here. The staff were super friendly and accommodating. The beds, especially the pillows, were a bit on the stiffer side, but everything else was super nice.
Emmett
Emmett, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 Nov, 2024
Fantastic place to stay like staying with old friends
Food and service out of this world
Highly recomend staying here
Wayne
Wayne, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
17 Feb, 2025
Close to places we were looking for
Phil
Phil, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
24 Feb, 2025
Welcoming, clean and comfortable. Great for an easy overnight stop
Lorraine
Lorraine, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 Feb, 2025
Perfect Little Motel
Comfortable, friendly, convenient, and inexpensive.
Scott
Scott, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 Jan, 2025
Excellent stop over accomodation
Sven
Sven, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
24 Jan, 2025
Good bed good food good people
Derek
Derek, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 Feb, 2023
Great stay
Terry
Terry, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 Nov, 2024
A delightful stay. Everything exceeded expectations.
JANE
JANE, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 Oct, 2023
nice hotel and nice food
Pik Wai
Pik Wai, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
24 Aug, 2022
Love that it has the Bar a& Eatery which is why we stayed.
Penny
Penny, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
9 Apr, 2024
Our stay was satisfactory
Ange
Ange, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
27 May, 2024
everything very clean pub to eat right next door for dinner friendly staff, very clean easy parking
David and Lorraine
David and Lorraine, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 Jun, 2023
The pub and restaurant was a big plus and the meals are quite nice
Jeremy
Jeremy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 Nov, 2024
Could not fault the fat owl, it was a beautiful little motel in a small country town.
Friendly staff, beautiful gardens, lovely kitchen and all the amenities we needed.
Loved the restaurant next door.
Good value for money.
Crystal
Crystal, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 Jul, 2024
Very pleasant and friendly staff
Lorraine
Lorraine, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 Apr, 2023
Quiet, Clean excellent dining options. Perfect for an overnight stay or when exploring the area.
Ian
Ian, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
26 Nov, 2023
Very convenient
Continental breakfast perfect
John
John, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 Nov, 2023
Comfortable and clean staff very accommodating to a bunch of very wet and dirty cyclists
Recommend place to stay nice to have help yourself breakfast available
John
John, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
11 Nov, 2023
Good basic accommodation
Sally
Sally, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
25 Oct, 2024
room is very clean!!
Takako
Takako, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
24 Dec, 2024
The property suited just fine for an overnight stay. We were unable to dine at the adjacent restaurant as they were having a Christmas function. However, there was a cafe open in the village.
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 Feb, 2024
Great spot . Good host
Sean
Sean, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 Jul, 2023
Perfect for short stay, lovely and clean, very comfy beds. Staff are awesome but you do have to go find them (normally next door at restaurant) for check in.