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Aotearoa Lodge

3.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3-star Whitianga motel

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Aotearoa Lodge

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Superior Studio, Non Smoking, Balcony (Queen Superior Studio) | Balcony
Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Self-Catering Studio) | Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio
Superior Studio, Non Smoking, Balcony (Queen Superior Studio)
Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Self-Catering Studio)

Overview of Aotearoa Lodge

Reviews
8.6

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Check out the area

Map
70 Racecourse Road, Whitianga, 3510
  • Popular LocationBuffalo Beach18 min walk
  • Popular LocationLost Spring Thermal Pools3 min drive
  • Popular LocationMercury Bay Golf & Country Club4 min drive

Room options

Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony

  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Self-Catering Studio)

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Self-Catering)

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (2 Bath with Kitchen)

  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Superior Studio, Balcony (Twin Superior Studio)

  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed

  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Studio, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Superior Studio, Non Smoking, Balcony (Queen Superior Studio)

  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Full Kitchen)

  • 78 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the area

Whitianga

Close to the beach.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Coromandel Peninsula and 2 miles (3 km) of Buffalo Beach with a stay here. Lost Spring Thermal Pools and Brophys Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Buffalo Beach - 18 min walk
  • Lost Spring Thermal Pools - 3 min drive
  • Mercury Bay Golf & Country Club - 4 min drive
  • Cooks Beach - 38 min drive
  • Cathedral Cove - 40 min drive

Getting around

  • Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) - 180 min drive

Restaurants

  • Buffalo Beach Takeaway - 3 min drive
  • Subway - 3 min drive
  • Stoked - 3 min drive
  • Smitty's Sports Bar & Grill - 3 min drive
  • Eggsentric Cafe and Restaurant - 30 min drive

About this property

Aotearoa Lodge

Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3-star Whitianga motel
There's a snack bar/deli on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. A business center and meeting rooms are available. A library, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at Aotearoa Lodge. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Whitianga motel.

  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Deli
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
Aotearoa Lodge offers 14 accommodations with safes and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Korean

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee daily 7:30 AM–9 AM: NZD 25-28 for adults and NZD 25-28 for children

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bed sheets
  • Heating (climate-controlled)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM
Early check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 7 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests making same-day bookings after 4 PM are asked to confirm the booking with the property.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 25.0 per stay.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately NZD 25–28 for adults, and NZD 25–28 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 25.0 per stay
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.5 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a security system
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-out is available.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Aotearoa Lodge
Aotearoa Lodge Whitianga
Aotearoa Whitianga
Aotearoa Lodge Motel
Aotearoa Lodge Whitianga
Aotearoa Lodge Motel Whitianga

Aotearoa Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 168 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 70 out of 168 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 168 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 168 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 168 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely property quiet and away from the built up area an enjoyable place to stay a reasonable cost.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

George

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Suited us for two nights. Thought it would be closer to shops etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Neil

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly and open to giving a helping hand.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Muhammad

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcus

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Peaceful motel away from the city centre. Had all the essentials we needed - good value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

10/10 Excellent

Minn Leng, Auckland

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cleanliness, quiet ,
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Ji

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great common kitchen facility. Downside is that it is out of town, need to drive to go to any restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022