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Grafton Cottage & Chalets

4.0 star property
4-star cottage near Hauraki Rail Trail Thames

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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304 Grafton Road, Thames, 0800
  • Place, Hauraki Rail Trail Thames
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Whangamata Beach
    ‪46 min drive‬
  • Place, Driving Creek Railway
    ‪55 min drive‬
  • Airport, Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome)

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  • Sea view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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  • Sea view
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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  • Sea view
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
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  • Sea view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Thames

Close to the boardwalk/promenade.You'll find Hauraki Rail Trail Thames and Goldfields Shopping Centre within 3 miles (5 km) of this cottage. Thames Historical Museum and Goldmine Experience are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Hauraki Rail Trail Thames - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Whangamata Beach - 46 min drive - 67.8 km
  • Driving Creek Railway - 55 min drive - 70.6 km
  • Cathedral Cove - 61 min drive - 88.2 km
  • Hahei Beach - 61 min drive - 87.5 km

Getting around

  • Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) - 82 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Seoul Chicken - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bakehouse - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Turua School - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Grafton Cottage & Chalets

4-star cottage near Hauraki Rail Trail Thames
Grafton Cottage & Chalets offers its guests an outdoor pool and a hot tub. There's a snack bar/deli on site. A free manager's reception is offered daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Grafton Cottage & Chalets. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Thames cottage is smoke free.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Grafton Cottage & Chalets offers 6 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and minibars. Rooms open to balconies or patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include dining tables. Accommodations at this 4-star cottage have kitchenettes with refrigerators, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Thames cottage provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices). Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Fenced pool
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free area shuttle
  • Free shopping center shuttle
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Pool gate

Kitchenette

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: NZD 15 per person
  • Dining table
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Minibar
  • Snack bar/deli

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony/patio
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Portable fan

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total
  • Fee: NZD 25 per pet per day
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets allowed in specific rooms

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 steps to reach entrance
  • Front entrance ramp
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Local maps
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the boardwalk/promenade

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Security system
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 6 units
  • Connecting units available
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Vegetable garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in fee: NZD 40 for check-in between 9:00 PM and midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • Pets: NZD 25.00 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 15 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 continental breakfast: approximately NZD 15 per person
  • Pet fee: NZD 25.00 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-in fee: NZD 40 for check-in between 9:00 PM and midnight
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 15 per stay

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

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.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

Grafton Cottage
Grafton Cottage Chalets House
Grafton Cottage Chalets House Thames
Grafton Cottage Chalets Thames
Grafton Cottage Chalets
Grafton Cottage Chalets Thames
Grafton Chalets Thames
Grafton Chalets
Grafton & Chalets Thames
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Grafton Cottage & Chalets Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 324 out of 436 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 77 out of 436 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 436 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 436 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 436 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mariyana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very comfortable bed. Extremely clean accommodation with a great view
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Second time we've stayed at Grafton Cottages. Such a warm welcome, so chilled and relaxing with amazing views.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gavin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location, nice people, awesome place to stay! Would stay again :)
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

hamish

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly service:)
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
alby was very welcoming The bed was really comfortable and waking up to the birds was so nice
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Gisela, Port Hueneme

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The view from the Rose Room was amazing — it overlooked a beautiful scenery and was very peaceful. However, the cleanliness needs improvement. The ceiling had a lot of spider webs, and I found a big cockroach on the floor. I also woke up with several bug bites, which made the stay uncomfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Travelled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
There is no breakfast but lovely cafes close by. We loved our room which was very peacefully with beautiful veiws.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Michelle

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Advertised that we would have milk and fresh baked goods on arrival. Got the milk and 4 packet biscuits. A nightly liqueur was promised and did get that either. The website says have a bbq near the pool. We planned that and when arrived the pool was half full and didn’t look like it had been maintained for years. Wouldn’t use the bbq to cook my dogs food. Then had to use the inside oven which did not work properly. The units and surrounds have not been looked after. The patio is falling down. Not sure why these people have got good reviews. A real scam.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew R

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stunning view from the deck. Gorgeous sunset.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Friendly check in with host. Amazing views out to coast particularly at sunset and sunrise.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Quiet getaway

Checked in rather late to find instructions to accessing our cottage was all readily available. Spacious cottage, comfy bedding, table setup next to window with sunset views. Perfect quiet getaway with easy drive into town. We had the pleasure of meeting our friendly host Alby (The Tongan Rock).
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aprille

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Property felt very homely and the view was fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Brandon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great friendly staff, awesome views over Thames township.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

S

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Room was clean with an amazing view
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean room with a really comfortable bed
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

priscilla

Disliked: Room comfort
spa was broken but when i booked i called up to ask about it an they said it was available never bothered to advise it was broken….. nothing online mentioned there are lots of stairs to get to room an the deck around the room we stayed was very unsafe all the wood was soft an flimsy like u guna fall through. very disappointed as i booked the room for the view an the place coz of the spa
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Hosts are just wonderful people!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sadie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing! The property is beautiful and the room has the best view for sunset, with big amazing windows. The room was super cute and comfortable and the owners are such nice and friendly people. Solo traveling or with family I definitely recommend!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed during the off season - Warmly welcomed by the proprietor. Adorable room in a quiet area with a wonderful view of the Firth of Thames on a very scenic property. Great sense of privacy and peace. Highly recommend, and will definitely stay again if we get to come back!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness
Alby was very welcoming, our room had the most beautiful view. Everything was clean and tidy. The welcome night cap from the local distillery was a lovely surprise and delicious. The room had everything we needed and we loved it. This place has so much character and we are so glad we found it, we really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

george

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
we got excellent service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Thanes

Alby greated us on arrival and took us to our roo.. explained how the heating worked and pointed out the outside area to us. Great views, would have been an awsome sunset if only the Sun had been shinning
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Spectacular views. Alby the host was friendly, helpful, accommodating and all around a great guy. Comfortable beds, nice kitchenette
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cherie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay again, we'll be back a third time I'm sure.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025