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Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery

12 Ruru StreetSee map

kr 540per night

This is the cheapest price in 30 days, based on the rates on 13 Oct

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Great view
Most user reviews comment positively on the view from their room
Popular facilities
Restaurant
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Electric car charging station
4.3/5Great 168 reviews
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5 m²

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Reviews

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4.3/5.0

Great

168 reviews
Location
5.0
Services offered
4.5
Cleanliness
4.3
Atmosphere & facilities
4.3
All
4.5+
3.0+
Christina
Reviewed: 15 Jul 2026

4.0/5.0

Great

Stayed with partner

The Fat Owl was comfortable for a night stay.
Kenny
Reviewed: 23 Jun 2026

5.0/5.0

Fantastic

Solo stay

Really nice front of house staff. Clean rooms and a few good places to eat nearby
Tour
Reviewed: 7 Jun 2026

4.0/5.0

Great

Stayed with friends

Good
Graeme
Reviewed: 11 May 2026

5.0/5.0

Fantastic

Stayed with partner · For business

Clean room and friendly staff
Rachael
Reviewed: 4 May 2026

4.0/5.0

Great

Stayed with partner

Room was clean and well kept up. Staff were super helpful and we enjoyed the food and atmosphere next door at the adjoining bar. For longer stays it may feel a little basic, but for a one night stop over it was perfect.
Geoffrey
Reviewed: 3 May 2026

5.0/5.0

Fantastic

Stayed with partner

The room we had contained two single beds and was very clean and tidy. The shower was very good and it also had a shared kitchen, Next door was the eatery which served a good selection of meals.
Sarah
Reviewed: 10 Apr 2026

4.0/5.0

Great

Stayed with friends

Lovely clean room
Niamh
Reviewed: 8 Apr 2026

4.0/5.0

Great

Stayed with partner

Common area furniture was a bit tired. Excellent staff. Room very clean. BUT the eatery wasnt open the night we stayed which meant a drive to Te Kuiti for evening meal.probably would have chosen to stop in Te Kuiti if we'd known
Theera
Reviewed: 25 Mar 2026

4.0/5.0

Great

Stayed with family · For friends and family

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Robyn
Reviewed: 15 Mar 2026

5.0/5.0

Fantastic

Stayed with friends

The room was very clean & beds were comfortable , the share kitchen was great good with a decent size room. We had a medical issue & the staff were fantastic helping us out

Overview

Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery

Rooms:10
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When you stay at Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery in Piopio, you'll be 9 minutes by car from Tainui Historical Society Museum. This motel is 26.4 mi (42.5 km) from Waitomo Glowworm Caves and 14.5 mi (23.3 km) from Big Shearer.

Description

When you stay at Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery in Piopio, you'll be 9 minutes by car from Tainui Historical Society Museum. This motel is 26.4 mi (42.5 km) from Waitomo Glowworm Caves and 14.5 mi (23.3 km) from Big Shearer.

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Facilities & services

Popular facilities
Restaurant
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Electric car charging station
Business facilities
Banquet facilities
Cleaning services
Laundry service
Reception services
Fast check-in
Fast check-out
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Property policies

Check-in/out Time

Earliest check-in time:After 14:00

Latest check-out time:Before 10:00

Check-in policy

The guest responsible for check-in must be aged 18 or above

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

Check-in descriptions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts credit cards

Note: Check-in policies vary by property. Please check carefully before booking

Other fees

Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 10.00 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Food & drinks

At Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Continental breakfasts are available daily for a fee.

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