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Thornton Lodge Motel

4.0 star property
Suburban Waipukurau motel with outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Aerial view
BBQ/picnic area
Studio - Units 4,6,7,9 | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, toaster
Studio | Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free parking
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Vending machine
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Luggage storage
Feel at home
  • Playground on site
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Patio
The price is $108
includes taxes & fees
$93 per night
Dec 1 - Dec 2

Room options

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Family Room | Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Large Twin Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

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Studio - Units 4,6,7,9 | Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio - Units 4,6,7,9

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Family - Unit 11 | Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family - Unit 11

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Studio | Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Basic Studio | Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Basic Studio

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
2307 State Highway 2 (Takapau Road), Waipukurau, 4200

What's nearby

  • Central Hawkes Bay College - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Central Hawkes Bay Settlers Museum - 7 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Oruawharo Homestead & Garden - 17 min drive - 17.7 km
  • Splash Planet - 40 min drive - 52.8 km
  • Porangahau Beach - 55 min drive - 51.7 km

Getting around

  • Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Angkor Wat Bakery & Cafe - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Hatuma Cafe - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Espresso Loco - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Ruataniwha Fast Foods - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Thornton Lodge Motel

When visiting Waipukurau, Thornton Lodge Motel is a great choice to consider. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool, and freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks.

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 11 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
  • Early check-in subject to availability
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 10 AM
  • Late check-out subject to availability

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
  • Front desk staffed during limited hours
  • If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets stay free
  • Service animals welcome

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking
  • Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–9 AM
  • Barbecue grills

Traveling with children

  • Playground

What to do

  • Golfing nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • Built in 1974
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • An outdoor pool
  • Reception hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Grab bar near toilet

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch LCD TV
  • Premium digital channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Patio

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 1 per person
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • The seasonal pool is open from October to May
  • Children under 15 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Also known as

Thornton Lodge Motel
Thornton Lodge Motel Waipukurau
Thornton Waipukurau
Thornton Lodge Motel Motel
Thornton Lodge Motel Waipukurau
Thornton Lodge Motel Motel Waipukurau

Frequently asked questions

Does Thornton Lodge Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Thornton Lodge Motel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Thornton Lodge Motel?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Thornton Lodge Motel?
Yes, pets stay free.
Is parking offered on site at Thornton Lodge Motel?
Yes, there's free self parking. Free RV/bus/truck parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Thornton Lodge Motel?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).
What is there to do at Thornton Lodge Motel and nearby?
Thornton Lodge Motel has an outdoor pool and a picnic area, as well as a garden.
Does Thornton Lodge Motel have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a patio.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Gustavo, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Adam, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Spotlessly Clean
A lovely spotlessly clean motel unit with great internet.
Jacqueline, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Laine, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay
Candy, 1-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

This is the first accommodation that we have ever enjoyed.Had an awesome stay peaceful quiet and we had the best sleep ever. Recommend to anyone.
James, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Checking in was so easy due to the friendliness of the staff the complex feels like its way out of town , actually on barely 2 min to town centre , the room was very spacious ,bed was very comfortable and the bathroom was great , all in all I will reccommend this for future stays
mike, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

David, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place, nice folks.
Diana, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Jessica, 4-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good

Ruth, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic stay clean fresh and friendly management also let me charge car most appreciated this is not something that all EV drivers should think is something that is a gimme it is up to management to agree or not loverly stay
wayne, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We really enjoyed it 😀 the pool was amazing,
We loved staying there, i enjoyed the pool and the lovely people who run rhe place. Thank you 😊 and also nga mihi to the lovely ladies who tidyed our room. Sorry about the towles, and i hope we left the room okay. Nga mihi and we would love to stay again. Amazing place, very quiet and not far from anything.
H, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I love this place. for a small town property, this place is great. Penny is lovely, great us with a smile. We cane early and the room is ready. We booked the smallest room but we are definitely satisfied. It has everything we needed, clean, high ceiling, good size room and bathroom and it's very well maintained. Definitely will stay here again
windy, 2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Hsiu Jiuan, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Thank you Penny for all your help.
Ian, 1-night romance trip
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8/10 Very Good

Great place to stay handy to town would happily stay again suited our needs well .Just the shower needs more pressure .
Lance, 1-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good

We were perfectly happy with location and service.
Keith, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing stay thanks! Very clean and well set up! Awesome hosts
Henry, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly, Clean Surroundings
Gregory, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Karen, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

I like it, peace and quite.
Pearly, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Quiet, clean, ccomfortable. What else do you need. Great stay.
Paula, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Suffice to say that the room was more than adequate for the needs of my wife and I. It was clean and tidy and room 10 was far enough that we didn't hear any noise from the road. Thanks for the opportunity to stay at your establishment.
Herewini, 2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice place to stay
Peter, 1-night trip
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