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Grand Hotel, Whangarei

2.5 star property
Adults-only hotel with casino and bars/lounges

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2 bars/lounges
Exterior
Royal Balcony Room | Balcony
2 bars/lounges
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$130
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026

Explore the area

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2 Bank Street, Northland, Whangarei, 0110
  • Place, Whangarei Art Museum
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Hundertwasser Art Centre
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Town Basin Marina
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Whangarei (WRE)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room | View from room

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Smart TV
Portable fan
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Single Room, Non Smoking

Single Room, Non Smoking

7.8 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Smart TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Royal Balcony Room | Balcony

Royal Balcony Room

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Fridge
Smart TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Twin Room, Non Smoking

Twin Room, Non Smoking

7.0 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Smart TV
Portable fan
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Economy Single Room, Non Smoking

Economy Single Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Smart TV
Portable fan
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

Room 48: Queen's Room

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Smart TV
Portable fan
Separate bath and shower
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Double Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Smart TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Whangarei

Grand Hotel, Whangarei places you in the centre of Whangarei, steps from Tuatara Gallery and within a short 5-minute stroll of Old Library Arts Centre. Highlights at this hotel include 2 bars/lounges, a casino and a restaurant. .This hotel offers a nightclub, free WiFi in public areas and a business centre. Additionally, you'll find luggage storage and a banquet hall. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Whangarei Central hotel include Pou and Claphams Clock Museum.

What's nearby

  • Botanica & Cafler Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Pou - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Whangarei Art Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Hundertwasser Art Centre - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Town Basin Marina - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Whangarei (WRE) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Oh My Pho - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Dickens Inn - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Esquires - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Turkuaz Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cabbage Tree Cafe - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Grand Hotel, Whangarei

Adults-only hotel with casino and bars/lounges
There's a restaurant on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Business amenities include a business centre and meeting rooms.

Public spaces have free WiFi. A casino, a nightclub, and an ATM are also featured at Grand Hotel, Whangarei. An airport shuttle at scheduled times is available for a fee. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Whangarei hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 29 guestrooms or units
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1886
  • Casino
  • Nightclub
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Pool or billiards table
  • ATM
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Grand Hotel, Whangarei offers 29 accommodations with portable fans. 42-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Fridges and coffee/tea makers are provided. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 7:30 AM to 7:30 PM at scheduled times
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Casino
  • Nightclub

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1886
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 20

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 3 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10:30 AM
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [Shunters Bar (Public Bar)]
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property 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)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 12 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 12 and older are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: NZD 400 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 1 per person (one-way)
  • Late check-out fee: NZD 20 (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 per cent

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 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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 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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

We should mention

  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 12 years old aren't allowed.
  • 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

Grand Hotel Whangarei
Grand Whangarei
Grand Hotel, Whangarei Hotel
Grand Hotel, Whangarei Whangarei
Grand Hotel, Whangarei Hotel Whangarei

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Grand Hotel, Whangarei?

Grand Hotel, Whangarei offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Grand Hotel, Whangarei?

As of 31 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Grand Hotel, Whangarei on 1 Jan 2026 start from NZ$130.00, 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 Grand Hotel, Whangarei?

Yep, Grand Hotel, Whangarei has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Grand Hotel, Whangarei?

The closest beach to Grand Hotel, Whangarei is Parauwanui Beach (18.2 km).

Is Grand Hotel, Whangarei family-friendly?

No, Grand Hotel, Whangarei is an adults-only property.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Grand Hotel, Whangarei?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs from 7:30 AM - 7:30 PM at scheduled times for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Grand Hotel, Whangarei?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Grand Hotel, Whangarei's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Grand Hotel, Whangarei?

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

Are pets allowed at Grand Hotel, Whangarei?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Grand Hotel, Whangarei Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 80 out of 396 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 126 out of 396 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 105 out of 396 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 396 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 37 out of 396 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Wade

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tobias

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Anna

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mingtao

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Yvonne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Price fair - interior outdated yet serviceable - very clean, only one chair available in room for two persons - double bed set-up against side wall, making fixed bed lighting off set. Loud music carrying up from ground floor 'Gaming Lounge' function room every evening - persistent noise nuisance until midnight first night and then until 2 a.m. the following night - with revellers then brawling into street for a full hour afterwards. Very unpleasant experience. Would not recommend for families as language was offensive and behaviour aggressive.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Joe

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We always enjoy the balcony as an extension of our room!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
excellent
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Heinrich

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location felt dodgy but the room price reflected this. Basic and old.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Loved history wood tv and wee closet. Staff lovely. Fridge wasnt cold had to b turned on. Rd parking was frustrating as had to be paidvevery 4 hrs in day...and seemed unsafe at night. As did early check in havibg no lockedvroom for lugage to store.. wifi and lical resturant info was great.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Jaap [Yahp or iapi]

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Sandra, Elkhorn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved the balcony room.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Tony De

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Elena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The place was perfect for my goal: walking distance to the Forum. Clean bed, hot water, historical building, high ceillings, different from other places check-in method. This place has a character. Despite arriving late and checking out earlier than usually expected from guests hours the staff ladies made it work for me smoothly. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

ZOLTAN

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is good for someone who doesn't want to sleep at night. It was impossible to sleep anything. This place is a hotel & bar. From 9pm till next morning 7am there was a loud music. If people want to have a quiet lovely night definitely do not go to this place! Also, the Hotel doesn't have own carpark. You have to find on street.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
no free parking - watch out for clearway road restrictions local council has over zelous contactor parking wardens - you have been warned!!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Ie

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Been staying here couple of nights a fortnight for work for the past 5 months. Not the flashest place but suits my needs for a place to sleep at a decent price. Staff are always friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Classic old building in the heart of town at an affordable price
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Will

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was grand
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Cheyne, Kaikohe

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

Travelled with group
This room was nice and clean
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024