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Aotearoa Lodge

70 Racecourse RoadSee map

AED 319.33per night

This is the cheapest price in 30 days, based on the rates on 15 Oct

Top reasons for booking
When you stay at Aotearoa Lodge in Whitianga, you'll be near the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Buffalo Beach and Lost Spring Thermal Pools. This motel is 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Brophys Beach and 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Mercury Bay Museum.
Popular facilities
Free WiFi
Luggage storage
Business center
Free parking
4.3/5Great 186 reviews
Exploring the area
Whitianga Airport, 1.4km, About 3 mins from hotel by car
Whitianga Waterways, 1.2km, About 19 mins from hotel by foot
Simpsons Beach, 1.5km, About 25 mins from hotel by foot
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Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed
2 beds

16.0 m²

12
Superior Studio, Non Smoking, Balcony Queen Superior Studio
1 double bed or bigger

23.0 m²

12
Superior Studio, Balcony Twin Superior Studio
2 beds

23.0 m²

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Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen Full Kitchen
Multiple beds

78.0 m²

10
Standard Studio, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking
2 beds

16.0 m²

7
Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony
1 double bed or bigger

16.0 m²

No pictures available yet
Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchenette Self-Catering Studio
2 beds

28.0 m²

14
Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchenette Self-Catering
2 beds

35.0 m²

12
Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen 2 Bath with Kitchen
Multiple beds

51.0 m²

5
Family Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen Full Kitchen
Multiple beds

78.0 m²

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Reviews

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4.3/5.0

Great

186 reviews
Location
3.0
Services offered
4.5
Cleanliness
4.1
Atmosphere & facilities
4.2
All
4.5+
3.0+
Monica
Reviewed: 9 Mar 2026

4.0/5.0

Great
Room was clean but bathroom was dated with low pressure in the shower that took ages to get warm water.
Caroline
Reviewed: 18 Feb 2026

5.0/5.0

Fantastic
Room was very clean. Staff was so friendly!
Madeleine
Reviewed: 14 Dec 2025

5.0/5.0

Fantastic

Stayed with partner · For leisure

Clean room Friendly staff Easy check-in
Joline
Reviewed: 25 Nov 2025

5.0/5.0

Fantastic

For business and leisure

Bedding
Sheila
Reviewed: 7 Feb 2025

5.0/5.0

Fantastic

Stayed with partner · For leisure

Spacious room , very comfortable , staff extremely friendly and helpful .
Narelle
Reviewed: 26 Oct 2024

4.0/5.0

Great

Stayed with friends · For leisure

Very comfortable
Douglas and Doreen
Reviewed: 11 Aug 2024

3.0/5.0

Good

Stayed with partner · For leisure

Bed was very comfortable ditto for the pillows. Very quiet - no traffic noise and other residents were also quiet.
David
Reviewed: 19 Apr 2024

5.0/5.0

Fantastic

For business and leisure

I liked the friendly staff and the motel was so clean.
Blair
Reviewed: 23 Mar 2024

5.0/5.0

Fantastic

Stayed with family · For leisure

Property very clean and quiet location.
Robyn
Reviewed: 16 Mar 2024

4.0/5.0

Great
Great stay for an overnight en route to Coromandel

Overview

Aotearoa Lodge

First open:2009-01-01
Rooms:14
Star rating:

When you stay at Aotearoa Lodge in Whitianga, you'll be near the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Buffalo Beach and Lost Spring Thermal Pools. This motel is 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Brophys Beach and 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Mercury Bay Museum.

Description

When you stay at Aotearoa Lodge in Whitianga, you'll be near the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Buffalo Beach and Lost Spring Thermal Pools. This motel is 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Brophys Beach and 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Mercury Bay Museum.

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Exploring the area

Transport

Whitianga Airport

Airports
1.4km

Attractions

Whitianga Waterways

1.2km

Simpsons Beach

1.5km

Think Water Whitianga

1.6km

Gardner Electrical & Pump Services - Whitianga

1.7km

Whitianga

1.8km

Banana Boat water activities Whitianga

1.9km

Whitijetski

2.0km

Buffalo Beach

2.0km
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Facilities & services

Popular facilities
Free WiFi
Luggage storage
Business center
Free parking
General
Designated smoking area
Communal microwave
Communal refrigerator
Garden
Safety & security
Safety deposit box
Business facilities
Meeting facilities
Banquet facilities
Cleaning services
Laundry service
Reception services
Front desk (limited service hours)
Tourist info desk
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Food & drink
Breakfast service (additional charge)
Activities
Library
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Property policies

Check-in/out Time

Earliest check-in time:After 14:00 - Before 18:00

Latest check-out time:Before 10:00

Check-in policy

The guest responsible for check-in must be aged 20 or above

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. 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.

Check-in descriptions

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, 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

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Note: Check-in policies vary by property. Please check carefully before booking

Child Policy

Children at all ages are welcome to stay at this property

Children aged above 3 will be charged as adults at this property

Other fees

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 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Food & drinks

Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli serving guests of Aotearoa Lodge. Full breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 9 AM for a fee.

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