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Discovery Settlers Hotel

3.5 star property

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Outdoor pool
Lobby sitting area
Front of property – evening/night
Breakfast and dinner served
Family Studio

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
The current price is NZ$180
includes taxes & fees
19 June - 20 June

Explore the area

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61 Hatea Drive, Whangarei, 0101
  • Place, Town Basin Marina
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Whangarei Art Museum
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Claphams National Clock Museum
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Whangarei (WRE)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Executive Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Executive Studio

Executive Studio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Superior Studio

Superior Studio

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Comfort Studio

Comfort Studio

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Studio

Standard Studio

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Studio

Family Studio

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Family Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Whangarei

Discovery Settlers Hotel places you in the centre of Whangarei, within just a 15-minute stroll of Claphams Clock Museum and Hundertwasser Art Centre. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .The restaurant, Parahaki Restaurant, is open for breakfast and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. 194 square feet (18 square metres) of event facilities include 2 meeting rooms and conference space. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Regent hotel include Town Basin Marina and Whangarei Art Museum.

What's nearby

  • Hundertwasser Art Centre - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Town Basin Marina - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Whangarei Art Museum - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Claphams National Clock Museum - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Reyburn House - 2 min drive - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Whangarei (WRE) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Aqua Restaurant & Bar - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Suk Jai - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Butter Factory - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Esquires - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Discovery Settlers Hotel

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 194 square feet (18 square metres) and includes conference space. An outdoor pool, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Discovery Settlers Hotel. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Whangarei hotel is smoke free.

  • 54 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • 194 sq ft of conference space
  • 18 sq. m of conference space
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Discovery Settlers Hotel offers 54 accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

This Whangarei hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee: NZD 9.50 to 26 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Parahaki Restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 194 square feet of conference space
  • 2 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and older
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately NZD 9.50 to 26.00 per person

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination. The COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and over.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Discovery Settlers
Discovery Settlers Hotel
Discovery Settlers Hotel Whangarei
Discovery Settlers Whangarei
Settlers Hotel
Discovery Settlers Hotel Hotel
Discovery Settlers Hotel Whangarei
Discovery Settlers Hotel Hotel Whangarei

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Discovery Settlers Hotel?

Discovery Settlers Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Discovery Settlers Hotel?

As of 13 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Discovery Settlers Hotel on 19 Jun 2026 start from NZ$180, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Discovery Settlers Hotel?

Yep, Discovery Settlers Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Discovery Settlers Hotel?

The closest beach to Discovery Settlers Hotel is Parauwanui Beach (17.4 km).

Does Discovery Settlers Hotel have a pool?

Discovery Settlers Hotel has an outdoor pool.

Does Discovery Settlers Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, cooked-to-order breakfast is offered daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Discovery Settlers Hotel?

No, Discovery Settlers Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Discovery Settlers Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Discovery Settlers Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Discovery Settlers Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Discovery Settlers Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 176 out of 597 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 263 out of 597 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 102 out of 597 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 597 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 597 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Very good place to stay. I always stay there when overnighting in Whangarei.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location clean rooms Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff well presented room for the price highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly, the food was great, service was second to none, the rooms were clean as was the pool, would definitely stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Vihanga Sankalpa Kariyawasam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location closer to the Whangarei town. Good staff at the hotel and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Uga

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and had nice facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Parking very easy and a good location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Basic accomodation but good value, close to town, comfortable and clean. I had breakfast and dinner in Settlers restaurant and it was very good. Wayne the manager is a gentleman and very helpful. No complaints, I would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was lovely, had a great nights sleep , perfect location for our visit , easy walk to the Whangerai basin. Excellent service from reception , lots of good advice given. Will certainly recommend to our friends.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ideal location, easy to find, ample parking, great staff. Plenty of space in room, well equipped with drawers and hangers. Excellent breakfast with plenty of choice. What's not to love!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

J C

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Nice
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marama

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay very central and super clean warm room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The facility was clean staff really nice was a fantastic stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, excellent chefs on site, good food and just helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Constantine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A warm welcome from friendly staff and a great room close to town.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient to town, friendly staff, very clean and comfortable bed
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great stay and friendly helpful staff
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Work trip

Check in good Good location Plenty easy parking
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sonya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great dinner and breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

SHANE A ROBERTS SUPERIOR

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Service was great just tired rooms, still very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sonya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy to find, clean, comfy bed and lovely food options. This was perfect for a work stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Frank Murray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I always enjoy Settlers even though it has been in Whangarei for many years. The rooms are still comfortable but road noise can be loud but dies down at night. Food and service was good and I enjoyed dinners in my room. I would certainly stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025