8.5

374 reviews

FatOwl Motel, Bar & Eatery

FatOwl Motel, Bar & Eatery

12 Ruru Street, Piopio, 3912, New Zealand

Reservations:

+1 (888) 385-6828

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Pet Friendly

Restaurant

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Bar

Parking On Site

Non-smoking rooms

Garden view

FatOwl Motel, Bar & Eatery

FatOwl Motel, Bar & Eatery is a cozy motel in Piopio, New Zealand, just 0.1mi from the town center. Located at 12 Ruru St, Piopio, it offers a simple, traveler-friendly base with a strong track record—374 reviews and counting.

Highlights include free pet-friendly policy, an on-site restaurant and a bar, free Wifi, and free private parking. For events or meetings, meeting/banquet facilities are available for an extra charge, and a nearby golf course is offered for those who want a round at additional cost. The property also features a 24-hour front desk, non-smoking rooms, garden views, a garden, a picnic area, and free toiletries.

From a sunlit breakfast at the restaurant to after-dusk chats at the bar, this Piopio base brings practical comfort to every traveler’s itinerary, and the 0.1mi stroll to town keeps adventures within arm’s reach.

FatOwl Motel, Bar & Eatery blends practical comfort with a traveler-friendly vibe. Free Wifi and free private parking help plans stay simple, while a 24-hour front desk keeps assistance handy at any hour. Non-smoking rooms, garden views, a garden, and a picnic area offer relaxed spaces to unwind, and free toiletries add a touch of convenience. Pets are allowed on request and can stay for free, with no extra charges.

On-site Fat Owl Bar & Eatery serves meals and drinks in a casual setting, perfect for fueling adventures after a day in Piopio. For gatherings, meeting/banquet facilities are available for an extra charge, and a nearby golf course can be booked for a round at additional cost. The residence is just a short stroll from the town center—about 0.1mi—putting shops, cafes, and local flavor within easy reach.

With a friendly, no-fuss base that welcomes four-legged travelers and provides simple comforts, this Piopio stop suits solo explorers, couples, and small groups alike. The package of on-site dining, a pet-friendly policy, and handy amenities makes for an easy stay, whether preferring a morning coffee at the Fat Owl Bar & Eatery or winding down in the garden after a busy day.

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Closest airports

Hamilton International Airport

45.1mi

New Plymouth Airport

58.6mi

Taupo Airport

60.5mi

Most popular amenities

Pet Friendly

Restaurant

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Bar

Parking On Site

Non-smoking rooms

Garden view

Picnic area

Garden

Free toiletries

Rooms

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Queen Room

1 Queen Size Bed

Flat-screen TV

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Room, 2 Queen Beds

2 Queen Size Beds

Flat-screen TV

x4

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x3

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Twin Room in FatOwl Motel, Bar & Eatery

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Room, 2 Twin Beds

2 Twin Beds

55 sqft

Garden view

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Shower

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Family Room in FatOwl Motel, Bar & Eatery

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Room

1 Twin Bed

1 Queen Size Bed

55 sqft

Garden view

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Shower

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King Room in FatOwl Motel, Bar & Eatery

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King Room

1 King Size Bed

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Superior Room, Double or 2 Twin Beds

1 Double Bed

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Superior Room

1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Room, Queen Bed

1 Queen Size Bed

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Room, King Bed, Sofa Bed

1 King Size Bed

1 Sofa Bed

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Superior Room, King Bed

1 King Size Bed

1 Sofa Bed

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Guest reviews

8.5

374 reviews

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Points of Interest Around FatOwl Motel, Bar & Eatery

Attractions

Waitomo Caves

15.3mi

Restaurants

Amenities of FatOwl Motel, Bar & Eatery

Pet Friendly

Restaurant

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Bar

Parking On Site

Non-smoking rooms

Garden view

Picnic area

Garden

Free toiletries

Stay rules - FatOwl Motel, Bar & Eatery

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Parking

  • Reservations

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property