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 - 17 min drive - 23.3 km
Caveworld - 33 min drive - 42.1 km
Waitomo Glowworm Caves - 33 min drive - 42.5 km
Aranui Cave - 39 min drive - 45.5 km
Marokopa Falls - 67 min drive - 46.9 km
Getting around
Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) - 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 travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
10 rooms
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
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Electric vehicle charging point on site
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 to 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 vehicle 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 onsite 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
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 13, 2025
Perfect Little Motel
Comfortable, friendly, convenient, and inexpensive.
Scott
Scott, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 18, 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
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 13, 2024
A delightful stay. Everything exceeded expectations.
JANE
JANE, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 9, 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
Oct 12, 2023
nice hotel and nice food
Pik Wai
Pik Wai, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 13, 2023
Great stay
Terry
Terry, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Apr 9, 2024
Our stay was satisfactory
Ange
Ange, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 27, 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
Jul 17, 2024
Very pleasant and friendly staff
Lorraine
Lorraine, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 24, 2022
Love that it has the Bar a& Eatery which is why we stayed.
Penny
Penny, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 19, 2023
The pub and restaurant was a big plus and the meals are quite nice
Jeremy
Jeremy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 15, 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
Oct 25, 2024
room is very clean!!
Takako
Takako, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 11, 2024
Everything was hassle free and easy. Our room was spotlessly clean and perfectly adequate for our needs, which was just somewhere to sleep.
Thank you
Nigel
Nigel, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Nov 26, 2023
Very convenient
Continental breakfast perfect
John
John, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 20, 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
Nov 11, 2023
Good basic accommodation
Sally
Sally, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 25, 2024
Great spot . Good host
Sean
Sean, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 2, 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.
Natalie
Natalie, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Nov 29, 2023
Free continental breakfast
DILINI
DILINI, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 11, 2022
1 night stopover
Fabulous 1 night stay, very friendly staff and excellent with the bar right there for evening meal and drinks
Donna
Donna, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Nov 24, 2023
Perfect motel for a stay and for exploring the sourroundings.
Comfortable beds, nice kitchen- and livingroom-area. Clean room..
Alexander
Alexander, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 6, 2022
Quiet, clrean, friendly, good beds and kitchen and good breakfast. Very recommendable!
Eugen
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 24, 2023
Nice room in a nice little town. Beautiful gardens