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The Kentish Hotel

2.5 star property
Riverfront inn in Waiuku with 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges

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Exterior
Outdoor wedding area
Queen Room
2 bars/lounges
Beach nearby
Along the river, The Kentish Hotel offers a vibrant retreat with an adjacent golf course and casino. Enjoy breakfast at one of two restaurants, unwind with spa services like manicures/pedicures, or connect to WiFi in the comfort of your room.

Reviews

6.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Casino
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Casino
  • 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
  • Nightclub
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Babysitting
  • Conference centre
  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms
  • Area shuttle

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Cots/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Terrace
The current price is NZ$130
includes taxes & fees
24 Apr - 25 Apr

Room options

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Twin Room

Twin Room

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 4 sq m
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Queen Room

Queen Room

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 4 sq m
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Single Room

Single Room

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 2 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Map
5 Queen Street, Waiuku, 2123

What's nearby

  • Waiuku Sports Park - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Hamilton Estate Recreation Reserve - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Awhitu Regional Park - 5 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Karioitahi Beach - 16 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Rainbow's End - 38 min drive - 42.9 km

Getting around

  • Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.) - 47 min drive
  • Pukekohe Station - 22 min drive
  • Papakura Station - 32 min drive
  • Manurewa Te Mahia Station - 34 min drive
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Train station drop-off (surcharge)
  • Train station pickup (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Alba - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Shires - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Karma - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Just Pizza - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Kentish Hotel

The Kentish Hotel features a casino and a nightclub. Guests can indulge in manicures and pedicures, and Portside Restaurant, one of 2 restaurants, serves Mediterranean cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other highlights include 2 bars/lounges, a snack bar/deli and a terrace.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 11 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 2:00 PM
    • Express check-out available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • The front desk is open Sunday - Thursday (11:00 AM - 10:30 PM) and Friday - Saturday (11:00 AM - 11:30 PM)
    • The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [hotel bar.]
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after noon 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

    • Up to 2 children (5 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
    • Babysitting*
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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
    • Free on-site extended parking
    • On-site motorhome/coach/lorry parking (fees apply)
    • Free off-site parking nearby
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Transfers

    • Train station shuttle*
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Off-site

    • Area shuttle*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • 2 restaurants
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Free daily reception
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Pool table
  • Beach nearby

Working away

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference centre (269 square feet of space)

Services

  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services

Facilities

  • Built in 1851
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in reception
  • Adjacent to a golf course
  • Casino
  • Nightclub
  • 18 casino slot machines
  • Banquet hall

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Premium TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Cot/infant bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

Portside Restaurant – This restaurant specialises in Mediterranean cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered. Reservations are required.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: NZD 50.00 per night

Optional extras

  • Local area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Cots/infant beds are available for NZD 10.00 per stay
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds

Parking

  • RV/bus/lorry parking is available for an extra charge

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, JCB International

Also known as

Kentish Hotel Waiuku
Kentish Hotel
Kentish Waiuku
The Kentish Hotel Inn
The Kentish Hotel Waiuku
The Kentish Hotel Inn Waiuku

Frequently asked questions

Does The Kentish Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Kentish Hotel 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.

Are pets allowed at The Kentish Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at The Kentish Hotel?

Yes, there's free self and extended parking. Motorhome/coach/lorry parking is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Kentish Hotel?

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out is available.

Is there an on-site casino at The Kentish Hotel?

Yes, the 55 square-foot casino features 18 slot machines.

What is there to do at The Kentish Hotel and nearby?

The Kentish Hotel has 2 bars and a casino, as well as a nightclub and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Kentish Hotel?

Yes, there are 2 on-site restaurants, featuring Mediterranean cuisine.

What's the area around The Kentish Hotel like?

The Kentish Hotel is located by the river, a short 15-minute walk from Hamilton Estate Recreation Reserve and 2 minutes' walk from Lady Jane Franklin Botanical Reserve.

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The Kentish Hotel Reviews

Reviews

6.8

Good

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.4/10

Eco-friendliness

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Reviews

8/10 Very good

The area was awesome
Tim, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

This is an old pub, the owners are fixing up rooms and renting them. They were friendly, but this is not a regular hotel. We were there on New Years Eve, and there was a DJ and loud party until well into the new year. Room was small, with no shower. We had a toilet, but had to go out into hallway to get to a shared shower.
John, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

If you like old town western hotel with old rooms this is your place. We had the only room with a bathroom. Staff were very nice . Check in at the bar. Had to give 20$ deposit for room key and when we went to check out no one around, so lost that. Not for the faint of heart.
Gina, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Proximity to town, parking and friendly, kind staff
Gail, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I liked the history, the hotel itself was amazing
Mark, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff bright fresh accomodation. Very clean and comfortable
Wendy, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

A unique experience staying in a hotel with so much history
Raymond, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Under renovation and loud music

If you are staying here on a weekend, know the walls and floor are PAPER thin and they blast music from 9pm until 11:30pm. It was impossible for my parents to sleep through it. The price was low but I wouldn’t recommend unless you have bass proof ear plugs or a heavy sleeper. It’s still under renovation so be aware if that. Also, it said bathroom was in room but it IS a shared bathroom out of the room. On the plus side, the rooftop balcony had tables and chairs. Climbing out of the window to hangout there was definitely a highlight of the evening.
Jessica, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Room rate was very reasonable. Room was a little cold and needed a little care.
Robin, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

the hotel is in the centre of town and looks out over the harbour inlet. There is a large bar with live music the night I was there. The hotel is very old (1858) but well maintained and very clean. Staff friendly.Perfectly placed to explore the Awhitu Peninsular. Food available.
Edward, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Was ok, a bit run down, had a meal in the restaurant. Was acceptable
Neil, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

The bed linen bottom bed sheet was unclean. Noisy when the disco is pumping and noisy bar patrons at midnight-1300.
cappy, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Basic.. wouldn't take my wife.
Vyv, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

The staff were friendly and eager to please. Melody deserves special mention. A mirror in the room would be nice. The toilet soap dispenser was not working. I will will definitely stay here again. Guinness on tap is the clincher.
Bruce, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

The Property was lovely, however things like chewing stuck to the cover of the compendium and no toilet paper in two of the three toilets let the place down.
Bruce, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Staff were nice , but they charge you $20 for the key to the room with assurance that they will refund you , we were leaving at 7am and no one was there to refund us ( we also told them that we were leaving early )
kawana, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

No reception desk, had to go into bar to check in. Accommodation was noisy and very basic. No breakfast was offered. Very expensive for a very basic hotel.
Debra, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

The Kentish is a heritage hotel, so if you are looking for modern accommodation this is not your thing. The Kentish has a lot of history and its an awesome old pub/bar and an excellent restaurant which has its own bar. The restaurant seems a more recent extension which is spacious and airy. The staff are incredibly friendly, helpful and always with a smile. We had an awesome stay. The accommodation is was very simple, but clean and pleasant, and most rooms have no ensuite, which was not clear via Expedia.

6/10 Good

The hotel is historical and the separate shower and toilets were a novelty but needed updating as I couldn't shut the toilet door without standing in pee stained wooden toilet surround. The mattresses were extremely thin but the linen was new and clean.

6/10 Good

The hotel was as presented i.e. old; but the rooms were not clean. With that exception it was as expected.
Colin, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

Loud band kept me awake until 12.00 and bar noise until 1.00
Tony, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Disappointing stay at the Kentish, staff were unfriendly, room was hot and stuffy and shared facilities were dirty, with a cockroach greeting us on arrival. Broken toilet, no toilet paper or new towels after staying for three days. Wouldn’t recommend.
Tatjana, 3-night trip

2/10 Poor

Small poky room Other neighboring rooms geusts load and abusive yelling Load noises from outside until rarly hours of morning
Garry, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

It was an experience to stay in the hotel. It was really noisy during the night with people walking back and forth to their room from the toilets. One of the showers was cold in the morning. The little freezer froze our milk for our bubba. The setting was on too high. The room was cold at night. The little oil heater wasn't enough. We still enojoyed our experience
Ian, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Obviously a unique property. Check in was a slow process as the person has to attend to the bar as well. $20 per key required as a deposit. This took 4 days to be returned after an email and numerous calls. This was frustrating and ruined an otherwise pleasant stay.