Reviews of Kelly's Riverside Motel 3 stars
10 River Road, 3920 Taumarunui, New Zealand
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Reviewed: 28 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewThe location and staff were very welcoming, very clean
Needs better heating
Reviewed: 22 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewThe unit was very clean. Mike and his staff were very friendly and always asked if we needed anything. We were greeted by the cat every morning but did not get tempted to feed him or her. The cat got lots of pats from me, which is why he it came to our unit. We loved the fact that McDonalds and New World and Liquor King were in walking distance. Will refer Kelly's Motel to family and friends.
The bed was too firm for us. I had trouble sleeping the first night. The next night, I managed to sleep thru the night as I took a couple of paracetamol. May I suggest that a bed topper be used on beds that are firm. The only trouble you cannot use an electric Blanket on the bottom. We use a bed topper from bed, bath & and beyond, and find it very comfortable. I am aware that there are some guests who like a firm bed. My husband and I have back problems. Will remember that for next time.
Reviewed: 12 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewClean quite great location and fantastic staff that were friendly and very accommodating :)
Nothing at all I didn’t like about the place or staff
Reviewed: 8 August 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 19 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
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Verified reviewReviewed: 11 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewIt was close to McDonald's. Nice electric blanket
Cost was quite high
Reviewed: 7 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 7 July 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 27 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewyes
everything ok
Reviewed: 25 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewFriendly service
Reviewed: 25 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewThe property was perfect for my family.
Could do with a few more towels in the rooms. There were no hand towels or flannels.
Reviewed: 14 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewVery large room. Owner was super helpful. Great stay.
Reviewed: 8 June 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewVery clean and comfortable
Reviewed: 6 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewClose to food outlets town etc
Reviewed: 2 June 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewLocation close to our tour. Very close to store for shopping, petrol and meals.
The bed was uncomfortable hard in our opinion.
Reviewed: 29 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
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Verified reviewReviewed: 24 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewPerfectly suited to a single night stay, clean and comfortable
Reviewed: 14 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 11 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewThe property was really clean and the beds were great.
Bit noisey being next to a state hi-way. Didnt worry us.
Reviewed: 8 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 4 May 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewComfortable motel for a single night, worked well for a cycle journey as it's right near the main street and all facilities. Nice staff.
Noisy main road (and a loud dog next door) but it didn't disturb our sleep.