By the sea, Alton Lodge Motel offers a tranquil escape with an indoor pool, barbecue grills, and motorized watercraft on site. Relax in the garden or unwind on the terrace while staying connected with free in-room WiFi.
Whakatane War Memorial Hall - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
Te Papaka & Puketapu - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Whakatane District Museum and Gallery - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Te Manuka Tutahi Marae - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
Getting around
Whakatane (WHK) - 12 min drive
Restaurants
Peejays Coffee House - 3 min drive
Kfc - 7 min walk
Moxi Cafe - 6 min drive
Cadera - 6 min drive
Village Bakery - 7 min walk
About this property
Alton Lodge Motel
Alton Lodge Motel is a great choice for a stay in Whakatane. Guests can enjoy the indoor pool, and hiking/biking trails, kayaking and scuba-diving are nearby. A terrace and a garden are offered, and in-room conveniences include fridges and microwaves.
At a glance
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Hotel size
11 rooms
Arranged over 1 level
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (7:30 AM - 9:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 9:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
At check-in, guests must provide either a negative PCR COVID-19 test result or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
Negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and over, and test must have been administered no more than 72 hours prior to check-in; COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and over; guests must have received complete vaccination at least 7 days prior to check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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
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Children
Children (2 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Barbecue grills
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
What to do
Personal watercraft (motorised)
Bike rentals nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Scuba-diving nearby
Working away
Computer station
Services
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1980
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Library
An indoor pool
Accessibility
Raised toilet seat
Grab bar near toilet
Room amenities
Be entertained
Plasma television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Cot/infant bed available
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Fridge
Microwave
Kitchen
Stovetop
Cookware, dishes and utensils
Fees & policies
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Children under 14 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision
Policies
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a smoke detector and window guards on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
Masks are required in public areas for unvaccinated guests.
Also known as
Alton Lodge Motel
Alton Lodge Motel Whakatane
Alton Whakatane
Alton Lodge Motel Motel
Alton Lodge Motel Whakatane
Alton Lodge Motel Motel Whakatane
Frequently asked questions
Does Alton Lodge Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Alton 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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Alton Lodge Motel?
Yes, there's an indoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Alton Lodge Motel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Alton Lodge Motel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Alton Lodge Motel?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Alton Lodge Motel and nearby?
Have fun with activities such as cycling, hiking and kayaking, and practise your swing at the nearby golf course. Enjoy a swim in the indoor pool or use the motel's other amenities, which include a picnic area and a garden.
Does Alton Lodge Motel have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?
Yes, a kitchen is available in every room, and also includes cookware, a fridge and a microwave.
What's the area around Alton Lodge Motel like?
Alton Lodge Motel is in Whakatāne Town, a short 15-minute walk from Whakatane Hospital and 18 minutes' walk from Whakatane District Museum and Gallery.
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Reviews
Reviews
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9.4
Cleanliness
8.2
Location
9.6
Staff & service
8.6
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
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8/10 Very good
28 January 2024
Owners were there they were awesome very convenient and quiet loved it.
Domonique
Domonique, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
22 December 2023
Clean, tidy, a confortable overnight stay.
James
James, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
9 January 2024
Nice location and facilities. Bed a little on the hard side and the bathroom facilities were a little old fashioned but overall a nice place to stay
Alister
Alister, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
1 August 2023
Great service. Warm comfortable
Tere
Tere, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
28 August 2023
Very quick amazing service
aditya
aditya, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
29 October 2023
Great Reception!
The lady that checked us in was wonderful Friendly and helpful and quick checkin. She gave us the New Zealand traditional milk gift and explained it. Great experience.
Douglas
Douglas, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
17 September 2023
Bedroom is downstairs and bathroom/living at entry level - very unusual. New carpet and vinyl. The rest is very dated - mould in the bathroom which could easily be removed. Double bed has 'roll together'. Heat pump worked well.
Sheryl
Sheryl, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair
4 October 2023
Pretty forgettable
Stayed for two nights, the checkin was excellent and the lady was helpful. The room was large and no steps to access. However, from 9pm until almost midnight on the Saturday loud music came through the walls, females could be heard screaming and laughing, with groups of them congregating outside my door. This was compounded by the fact the cars kept coming back and forth during the same period, making noise and the headlights shining through the room window, illuminating everything. Resultantly, I had only a few hours sleep and left very early the following morning. I doubt that I would stay again
anthony
anthony, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
27 February 2024
Was a perfect spot for our one night stay
ROBERT STEVEN
ROBERT STEVEN, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
8 April 2023
Check-in was easy, the room was spacious and clean. Friendly welcoming staff. We enjoyed our stay.
Kathryn
Kathryn, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
1 January 2022
Nice room, great service. If you're on a holiday in the Bay of Plenty and looking for a nice base for dy trips, this is ideal.
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
31 August 2022
Friendly service and quite even though it is located on the main road.
STEVEN
STEVEN, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
31 December 2021
Great Motel, close to town but nice and quiet. The room is spacious and well set out. Our kids enjoyed the indoor pool.
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
22 February 2023
Lovely staff. Enjoyed a swim in the pool which is a real bonus.
Helen
Helen, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
4 January 2023
Happy Whakatane
Excellent value for money, extremely helpful owners. Near enough to town centre for brisk walk to the cafes and restaurants, (try the Comm!)
C L
C L, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
3 October 2022
Clean and comfortable. Management were very nice, friendly and helpful. And there is a beautiful welcome dog!
Michelle
Michelle, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
9 July 2022
Dated but nice and clean. Lovely staff
Erin
Erin, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
18 September 2022
Was everything we needed for our short 2days as i was trail riding all weekend
Ethan
Ethan, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
31 October 2022
Very friendly and helpful hosts
Linda
Linda, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
24 August 2022
Quiet, spacious room. I don't think my daughter would have liked the big dog if she were with me.
Julie
Julie, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
23 October 2022
We enjoyed our stay. The staff were welcoming and friendly and the unit was clean, tidy, and comfortable. We did have a disturbed night one night with people talking outside till after 11:30. It would also be good to have information in the unit about local places to eat, things to do, and information such as checkout time, use of laundry, etc.
Richard
Richard, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
27 February 2023
We had a short stay at Alton Lodge over the weekend - a family group using two studio rooms and a larger family room - and were delightfully surprised at the standard of the Lodge, given it's one of Whakatane's cheapest.
The atmosphere is lovely and this aged motel has been lifted to a very high standard: everything is meticulously clean; the bed linens, pillows and towels are new and top hotel standard; the staff are super-lovely, very friendly and knowledgable, always happy to help; the pool was clean and kept at a lovely temperature - neither too hot nor cold, and without a strong chlorine smell; the beds are really comfortable and although we could see that this Lodge is aging, it didn't really matter when the highest standard of motel upkeep has been diligently applied.
For the price this is easily the best motel we've ever stayed at; we'll be back!
kazia
kazia, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
25 February 2024
There was a nasty smell in the kitchen area which we could not locate.