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Aotearoa Lodge

3.0 star property

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Superior Studio, Non Smoking, Balcony (Queen Superior Studio) | Balcony
Family Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Full Kitchen) | Living area
Superior Studio, Balcony (Twin Superior Studio)
Daily full breakfast for a fee
Family Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Full Kitchen) | Dining room

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Laundry room
The current price is NZ$169
includes taxes & fees
1 July - 2 July

Explore the area

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70 Racecourse Road, Whitianga, 3510
  • Place, Buffalo Beach
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Lost Spring Thermal Pools
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Cathedral Cove
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Airport, Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Senior Suite, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

Senior Suite, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

Senior Suite, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Self-Catering)

Living area

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

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Superior Studio, Balcony (Twin Superior Studio)

Superior Studio, Balcony (Twin Superior Studio)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

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

  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Studio, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Standard Studio, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Standard Studio, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Full Kitchen) | Living area

Family Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Full Kitchen)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 78 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Whitianga

At Aotearoa Lodge you'll be within a 20-minute walk of Buffalo Beach and 2 km (1.2 mi) from Lost Spring Thermal Pools. Highlights at this motel include free in-room WiFi. .This motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and a library. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli, laundry facilities and a microwave in a common area. Full breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 9 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this 3-property class Whitianga motel, you'll be 2.5 km (1.5 mi) from Brophys Beach and 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from Mercury Bay Museum.
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What's nearby

  • Buffalo Beach - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Mercury Bay Museum - 6 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Lost Spring Thermal Pools - 8 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Hahei Beach - 41 min drive - 43.3 km
  • Cathedral Cove - 42 min drive - 44.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Grace O'Malley's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Hive - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Stoked - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Espy Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mat's - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Aotearoa Lodge

There's a snack bar/deli on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. A business centre 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
  • Conference 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
  • Fridge in a common area
Aotearoa Lodge offers 14 accommodations with a safe and a hairdryer. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Fridges and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. 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 full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9 AM for a fee: NZD 28 to 32 for adults and NZD 28 to 32 for children
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

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

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 20

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3.5 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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
Guests making same-day bookings after 4 PM are asked to confirm the booking with the property.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

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 28 to 32 for adults and NZD 28 to 32 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 25.0 per stay
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.5 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 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, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
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
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 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, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Aotearoa Lodge?

Aotearoa Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Aotearoa Lodge?

As of 30 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aotearoa Lodge on 1 Jul 2026 start from NZ$169, 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 Aotearoa Lodge?

Yep, Aotearoa Lodge has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Aotearoa Lodge?

Yep, Aotearoa Lodge is a short 18-minute walk from Buffalo Beach.

Does Aotearoa Lodge serve breakfast?

You bet, full brekkie is served daily from 7:30 AM to 9 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Aotearoa Lodge?

No, Aotearoa Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Aotearoa Lodge?

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

Are pets allowed at Aotearoa Lodge?

No, pets are not allowed.

Aotearoa Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 81 out of 183 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 75 out of 183 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 183 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 183 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 183 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Madeleine

Liked: Amenities
Clean room Friendly staff Easy check-in
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean. Staff was so friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the friendly staff and the motel was so clean.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Spacious room , very comfortable , staff extremely friendly and helpful .
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay for an overnight en route to Coromandel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Johan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything nice and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Blair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property very clean and quiet location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marcus

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joline

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bedding
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Monica

Room was clean but bathroom was dated with low pressure in the shower that took ages to get warm water.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Douglas and Doreen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Bed was very comfortable ditto for the pillows. Very quiet - no traffic noise and other residents were also quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is out of the way so a little hike to get downtown or to the beaches. Nice to have a communal kitchen
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

George

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

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Narelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Steen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms with most conveniences, but no views, no dining nearby
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Minn Leng

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

10/10 Excellent

Muhammad

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

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

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

Overall nice stay

Nice lodge/motel, a little bit away from the city center. Quiet and peaceful. Owner/manager was VERY friendly and helpful. Room was serviced/cleaned each day with fresh towels and tea, etc. which was much appreciated. Future guests should know that the shared kitchen is not much of a kitchen; there is no oven and no proper stove (only a hot plate). This was not an issue for us, but it might be for others who are expecting to cook their meals. Overall a very nice stay and I would recommend the Aotearoa Lodge to others.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sylviane

Personnel très serviable
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Giuseppe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
struttura piacevole con stanza comoda.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Marion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Un bon hôtel. Le seul point négatif c’est que les chambres sont mal insonorisés sinon tout le reste est bien.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Joerg

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Motel ohne Frühstück

Einfaches Motel etwas abseits vom Hauptort. Hilfsbereite Eigentümer. Trotz Angabe in der Beschreibung kein Frühstück zubuchbar. Schönes Zimmer. Wir waren die einzigen Gäste. Bei der Abreise ( Sonntag, 07:15 Uhr) war die Rezeption nicht besetzt. Wir haben den Schlüssel dann im Zimmer gelassen
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

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