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title: "Gateway Motor Inn, Masterton: reviews, location & comparison"
description: "Gateway Motor Inn in Masterton: rated 8.2 by guests, 4.5-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side."
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source: StayVersus (https://stayversus.com)
retrieved: 2026-10-14
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Motel · ★★★★★
# Gateway Motor Inn

Waingawa, Masterton, New Zealand

8.2 ·  Very good 127 reviews ·  #8 #8 of 8 in Masterton ·  4.1/5 on Google, 137 reviews ·  2.7 Location score
## About Gateway Motor Inn

Gateway Motor Inn is a motel in Waingawa, Masterton, New Zealand. It holds a 4.5-star rating. Guests rate it 8.2 out of 10 across 127 reviews. Facilities include spa, free parking, free wi-fi. It is 2.3 km from the centre of Masterton. The nearest airport, Palmerston North Airport (PMR), is 71 km away.

- **Type:** Motel

- **Star rating:** ★★★★★

- **Check-in from:** 14:00

- **Check-out until:** 10:00

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 3

290 High Street Solway [gatewayinnmasterton.com](http://www.gatewayinnmasterton.com/)

## How Gateway Motor Inn scores

Better rated than 0% of hotels in Masterton

-   Guest rating **8.2**
-   Location **2.7**
-   Facilities **4.2**
-   Families **0.0**
-   Spa & wellness **3.0**
-   Public transport **4.0**

Masterton average

## Rating on Google

4.1/5

137 Google reviews

-   5★56%
-   4★23%
-   3★10%
-   2★4%
-   1★7%

From the property’s public Google Maps listing. It is shown for reference and is not part of the StayVersus score.

## Amenities

SpaFree parkingFree Wi-Fi

### Pool & wellness

-   Spa

### Food & drink

-   Breakfast

### Leisure

-   Terrace

### Internet

-   Free Wi-Fi

### Parking & transport

-   Free parking

### Services

-   Shuttle
-   Laundry
-   Luggage storage

### In the rooms

-   Air conditioning
-   Balcony
-   Coffee or tea maker
-   Blackout curtains

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **2.7**/10

- **Walk grade:** **19**/100 Car recommended

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **3**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **0**

<table class="dist" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tbody data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest station<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Solway Station</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">1.3 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">21 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest airport<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Palmerston North Airport (PMR)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">71 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">160 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Distance to the centre<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Masterton</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">2.3 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">5 min drive</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

## Gateway Motor Inn: in detail

Gateway Motor Inn provides flawless service and all the necessary facilities for visitors. Share your photos and respond to emails at your convenience, thanks to the free Wi-Fi internet access offered by motel. Should you require transportation to or from the airport, motel is able to organize it prior to your arrival date. Taxi and shuttle offerings at the motel simplify arranging your excursions, explorations, and additional activities in Masterton. Visitors can take advantage of complimentary parking directly at the motel. Reception services such as express check-in or check-out and luggage storage are available to accommodate your requirements. Traveling with minimal luggage is achievable at Gateway Motor Inn due to the motel's laundry service ensuring your garments stay fresh. Smoking is limited to specified smoking zones. Each accommodation at Gateway Motor Inn is thoughtfully created and adorned to provide visitors with a comfortable, home-like atmosphere. In certain rooms, the motel offers linen service, blackout curtains and air conditioning for guest convenience and satisfaction. At Gateway Motor Inn, the uniquely tailored rooms provide a configuration choice resembling a balcony or terrace. In select rooms, guests can enjoy a touch of amusement with the availability of cable TV for their entertainment. Rest assured, in a few chosen rooms, you will find the convenience of a refrigerator and a coffee or tea maker at your disposal. Maintain your cleanliness and comfort using a hair dryer and toiletries available in select guest restrooms. Embark on your holiday experience in the most ideal manner. Commence each morning of your visit with an on-site breakfast.

### Compare

## Compare Gateway Motor Inn with nearby hotels

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## Questions about Gateway Motor Inn

### How do guests rate Gateway Motor Inn?

Gateway Motor Inn has a guest rating of 8.2 out of 10 from 127 reviews, which is better than 0% of rated hotels in Masterton.

### What are the check-in and check-out times at Gateway Motor Inn?

Check-in starts at 14:00 and check-out is until 10:00.

### Does Gateway Motor Inn include breakfast?

Breakfast is available. Whether it is included depends on the rate you book.

### Is there parking at Gateway Motor Inn?

Yes, the listing mentions free parking.

### How far is Gateway Motor Inn from the airport?

The nearest airport, Palmerston North Airport (PMR), is 71 km away in a straight line.

Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. [How we score](https://stayversus.com/en/about/)

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