Welcome to BEST WESTERN Ballina Motel! Midway between Napier and Hastings and located in the middle of Hawke's Bay, guests are just 15 km from absolutely all the attractions and activities from Art Deco to tastings at wineries. Serving diverse clientele from corporate travellers to wedding parties, civil servants and vacationers, your Napier hotel is designed with comfort in mind. Family functions are held here regularly including engagements and milestone birthdays, with major retirement homes and a funeral undertaker just metres away. Guests visiting family enjoy their own space, while International FIT travellers indulge in exploring the area. Enjoy short weekend breaks as a couple or stay for one of the many conferences, sporting events, festivals or concerts. The Eastern Institute of Technology and Pettigrew Green Arena are both 800 metres away. The small conference room at the Napier hotel is ideal for meetings of up to 12 people before tradeshows at the arena, and on-site staff offers catering. We are renowned for personal, friendly service, and our large, spacious air conditioned rooms, free Internet and bath robes make the property stand out. A central location and the high quality of furnishings and amenities are a great start to any trip. Nearby attractions include over 90 wineries, 35 of which have open cellars as well as New Zealand's two oldest wineries - Mission Estate and Church Road Winery. With the largest accessible mainland gannet colony and the National Aquarium of New Zealand nearby, options are endless. An extensive network of over 180 kms of flat cycle and walkways make the region ideal for recreation lovers, while the proximity to businesses make work travel simple. Weddings at Te Awa Winery, Ormlie Lodge or Old Church are easily accessible. Enjoy a Mediterranean climate, relaxed lifestyle and stunning scenery while partaking in the Horse of the Year event or International Festival of Hockey. Book your stay today!