Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Motueka travel guide

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You're Going to Love Motueka

With a population of 7,485, Motueka is a must-see destination in Tasman, New Zealand. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Motueka to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Motueka

Motueka in January
Estimated hotel price
$29
1 night at 3-star hotel
Motueka in January
Estimated hotel price
$29
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Motueka

Plane

Although Motueka doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Nelson (NSN), which is located 27 km from Motueka. Wellington is the most popular, with regular flights from Air India, Air China, Etihad Airways and other airlines departing from Australia. The shortest flight to Motueka from Australia departs from Brisbane and takes around 13h 30m.

Car

Another option to get to Motueka is to pick up a car hire from Christchurch, which is about 269 km from Motueka. You’ll find branches of Mode Car & Camper Rentals and Autounion Car Rental, among others, in Christchurch.

Plane

Although Motueka doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Nelson (NSN), which is located 27 km from Motueka. Wellington is the most popular, with regular flights from Air India, Air China, Etihad Airways and other airlines departing from Australia. The shortest flight to Motueka from Australia departs from Brisbane and takes around 13h 30m.

Car

Another option to get to Motueka is to pick up a car hire from Christchurch, which is about 269 km from Motueka. You’ll find branches of Mode Car & Camper Rentals and Autounion Car Rental, among others, in Christchurch.

Airports near Motueka

WLGWellington
NSNNelson
BHEBlenheim

Airlines serving Motueka

British Airways
Good (6,835 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,788 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,242 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,273 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,964 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (852 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (148 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,767 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (325 reviews)
Air China
Good (88 reviews)
Air India
Okay (2,899 reviews)
Asiana Airlines
Excellent (442 reviews)
China Airlines
Excellent (729 reviews)
EVA Air
Excellent (1,186 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (829 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,163 reviews)
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Where to stay in Motueka

Average rates range from around $215 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $164 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Motueka

Most booked hotels in Motueka

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Nautilus Lodge Motel
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$208+
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Motueka Garden Motel
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$114+
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Kaiteri Lodge
0 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
$145+
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Happy Apple Backpackers
2 stars
Good (7.2, Good reviews)
$111+
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Hiring a car in Motueka

Expect to pay $2.60 per litre in Motueka (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $31.11 and $41.47.

Expect to pay $2.60 per litre in Motueka (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $31.11 and $41.47.

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