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Thornton Lodge Motel

4.0 star property
Suburban Waipukurau motel with outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Studio
BBQ/picnic area
Studio - Units 4,6,7,9 | Private kitchen
Aerial view

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
In a serene rural setting, Thornton Lodge Motel offers a tranquil retreat with lush gardens and an outdoor pool. Enjoy sunny days by the pool, playtime at the playground or explore nearby attractions. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free parking
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • 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 (6)

  • Playground on-site
  • Cookware, dishware and utensils
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Patio
The current price is NZ$176
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May

Room options

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Family Room

Family Room

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Large Single Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

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Studio - Units 4,6,7,9

Studio - Units 4,6,7,9

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Family - Unit 11

Family - Unit 11

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Studio

Studio

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Basic Studio

Basic Studio

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

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 - 45 min drive - 51.3 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 such as WiFi and self-parking are added perks.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 11 rooms
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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
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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
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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

    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets stay for free
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • Free on-site motorhome/coach/lorry parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

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

Travelling 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 curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Patio

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • 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 lifts.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International

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 that you 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 motorhome/bus/lorry 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.

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Thornton Lodge Motel Reviews

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

Popular mentions

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Room
Bathroom

Reviews

8/10 Very good

Loved the place and close to town
Tania, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice place to stay
Peter, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Towels were available for the kids when they had a swim in the awesome pool.
Karmen, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

with noisy highway and airport near by with inflight planes
Petra, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place, nice folks.
Diana, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Just nice
Bevin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely new unit. Very comfortable
David, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great room, very clean and the shower was awesome
Tash, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful facility and lovely welcome

10/10 Exceptional

It was convenient and close to where I needed to go. It was comfortable .
Robert, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good for one nite stay , tidy , clean , quiet

10/10 Exceptional

It was a nice quiet unit and just what we needed as a stop over while travellng the length of the north island. Would definately stay there again.
Warwick, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Easy location,Loved the shower
Janine, 2-night trip

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

10/10 Exceptional

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

8/10 Very good

We were perfectly happy with location and service.
Keith, 1-night trip

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 trip

10/10 Exceptional

Spacious and comfortable accommodation. Bucolic location - peaceful. Wish we had reason to stay longer.
Andrea, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Spotlessly Clean

A lovely spotlessly clean motel unit with great internet.
Jacqueline, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was spacious, costing per night was not too expensive. Highly recommend.
Kim, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

A pleasant quiet location, close to town. Quick checkin and checkout, probably helped by prepaying through Expedia.
Keith Ross, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly, Clean Surroundings
Gregory, 2-night trip

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 trip

8/10 Very good

The units were spacious throughout...plenty of room to spread out
Michael, 1-night trip