Boasting an indoor pool, fitness center and a hot tub, Distinction Hotel Whangarei is located opposite Hatea River. Free WiFi and parking are available as well as a 24-hour front desk.
Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, on-site restaurant and a lounge bar, Discovery Settlers Whangarei is set among park-like surrounds along the Hatea River and beneath Mt Parahaki.
Located in Whangarei and with Northland Event Centre reachable within a 16-minute walk, Grand Hotel - Whangarei has a restaurant, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi and a bar.
Just 2 minutes’ drive from Whangarei Airport, Comfort Hotel Flames Whangarei features a swimming pool, tropical gardens and a restaurant. Most rooms have harbor views. Guests enjoy free WiFi.
Lupton Lodge features free gourmet breakfast and free Wi-Fi for all accommodations. Each luxurious room provides guests with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a DVD player and bathrobes.
Kingswood Manor Motel is centrally located and is close to the Zion Wildlife Park, the Whangarei Falls and Abbey Caves. Whangarei city and the harbour is 5 minutes' drive away.
All accommodations at BK's Pohutukawa Lodge includes free WiFi, Smart TVs, electric blankets and cooking facilities. Self-service laundry facilities are available.
Just a 3-minute drive from Whangarei city center, Motel Six offers self-contained accommodations with over 50 satellite TV channels. Facilities include a guest laundry.
Refurbished accommodations in a central Whangarei location – walking distance to Kensington Stadium, Kensington Hospital, Kensington Hub and Mair Park walkway.
Loved the Riverside restaurants and playground area.
Loved the Riverside restaurants and playground area. The Hunderwaisser museum was good too. The walk along the river on a good day and arty house and crafts in shops are delightful. Whangarei city is nice to investigate the many stores and restaurants some up little alley ways. Great coffee and breakfasts there too. It's a lovely city I've visited many times.
Carol
New Zealand
8.0
Scored 8.0
People/salespersons are usually pleasant and helpful.
People/salespersons are usually pleasant and helpful.
Your ID will probably be checked at least once by police.
Large selection of food places.
Apart from Hundertwasser Art Centre, Whangarei Museum, the alternative Quarry Art Centre and the Waterfalls, check out town has anything else you need or are interested in… a quiet town otherwise!
Pascale
New Zealand
4.0
Scored 4.0
The place is pretty by the marina with shops and restaurants...
The place is pretty by the marina with shops and restaurants, but! Due to circumstances missed the lunch/dinner hours for eating out. All (yes all on the waterfront) restaurants only offer bar snacks during other hours. EG fries, squid rings etc. We wanted something more substantial. Many people were walking away when they found that out. This is a tourist spot for pities sake!
We had had a long drive and were starving!
Also no really nice accommodation. Best I found was 3 1/2 star Distinction Hotel which has good bones but was really tired needing a major makeover. Stained carpet, wall paper peeling off. I am a kiwi and embarrassed that this tourist spot has sat on its laurels. I know people struggling with covid etc but wouldn’t you want to do everything in your power to make your place more desirable. My view - if you don’t have to stop don’t 😡
Robert
New Zealand
8.0
Scored 8.0
Pembrooke was across the road from a lovely inner city bush.
Pembrooke was across the road from a lovely inner city bush. We enjoyed sitting on the balcony and listening to the birdsong. Supermarkets and eats were close enough.
We didn't have enough time to visit places though we know there are great places to visit.
Verna
New Zealand
10
Scored 10
We only stayed for one night so we managed to get down to...
We only stayed for one night so we managed to get down to the marina and see the cool ball-clock and the Hundertwasser (which is amazing) and have an awesome lunch (so many places to pick from!). Next time we go to Whangarei we will be sure to do the loop walk which sounds very interesting indeed!
RissyD
New Zealand
10
Scored 10
We went with the kids to aquatic centre, flip out, action...
We went with the kids to aquatic centre, flip out, action zone and the heritage park. Very good family entertainment and easy to drive from place to place. The motel is very close to supermarkets and various eateries. Good location.
This place is a hostal at best. photo looks good but that’s it. it should not be called a residential villa. there are 2 bathrooms but they are community bathrooms. our bedroom is at the attic with no windows. don’t stay there unless you are expecting a hostal. I have much better hostals before, even in China. we didn’t stay because we couldn’t. we paid for the first night. we cancel the 2nd night. community kitchen is just not to the standard. sorry. it’s my fault, I should ask more questions. next time I’ll do better.
This is a lovely house-hotel place. You are sharing this house with other traveling guests, so some socializing would be going on if you stay here for more than one day. The rooms are cozy with comfortable beds. There was a small TV and plug-in electric heater provided. There are a couple of bathrooms to be shared and a homey kitchen. The host was very kind and communicative. The price was very fair as accommodations vary in this northern section of New Zealand.
Chelsea House is a beautiful property and it was interesting to hear a little of its history. The hosts were very warm and welcoming and it was good to get their dinner suggestions and a little about the points of interest in the area. Our room was very warm and spacious and the bed was super comfortable. A lovely alternative to the usual hotel/motel accommodation.
The villa was beautiful, inside and out and was cheap not only compared to other places in Whangarei but for how nice it was. The interior was nice with old-school paintings and couches. The staff were very accommodating with us (as we checked in late) and gave me clear instructions on accessing our rooms.
Nancy’s home is lovely! She has though of everything to make travelers feel welcome and comfortable. My spacious room had a view of the garden, a terrace, an ensuite bath with even a towel warmer. And her kitchen was fully supplied! My best stay so far in New Zealand…you won’t be sorry!
Motel unit ( 2 bedroom ) was vey clean and well presented . The bed was comfortable and the location ,next to a small shopping complex was good. Excellent Thai restaurant ( recommended by owner ) close by with other food outlets handy
. Easy 10min drive to main Whangarei basin.
Very suprised at how quiet the room was, considering the property being on a main road and the lodge being full. Great room with good facilities. Price was really good. Will definitely return when needing a place to stay in Whangarei.
The lady at reception was lovely. The accommodation was excellent and the best we’ve stayed at in Whangarei recently. With so many of the motels housing long term tenants now it’s really hard to find a good motel in Whangarei.
Last minute booking and the place met all our expectations and needs. Had one of the best nights sleep during our trip to New Zealand. Grocery & liquor stores, and a wonderful Thai restaurant within walking distance
Alice is a wonderful and very kind host. She went above and beyond to make us feel comfortable. The space is very clean and has a beautiful view of the water. Would highly recommend for anyone visiting Whangarei.
The room and view were beautiful and very comfortable. Very well maintained and great facilities also handy to town and walking "the loop" of the Whangarei town basin. The hosts were very friendly and helpful.
excellent location and value for money. Customer service is very good and really nice to have separate lounge area from the bedrooms you don’t really get that option in a lot of other motels/hotels.
Quick walking distance to downtown Whangarei. Well thought out motel accommodation with everything you need. Plenty of bathroom shelf space. Excellent shower. Very comfortable and spacious bed.
Definitely our go to place in Whangarei, we have regular hospital visits and this is a safe, warm and close motel for us. No fuss on check in and out, tidy units, good parking.
Lovely service.
Motel met all my basic needs under such short notice.
Parking right outside my doorway
Close to the main road
Close to the Whangarei hospital
Clean and tidy
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