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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
Studio - Units 4,6,7,9 | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, toaster
Studio - Units 4,6,7,9 | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Studio | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
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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.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking
  • 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 $99
$114 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17

Why we love this property

Pool perfection
This hotel features an outdoor pool surrounded by comfortable loungers. The serene pool area provides a perfect spot for a relaxing dip.
Breakfast on the go
Rise and shine with a convenient continental breakfast at this motel. The perfect fuel for a day of adventures awaits.

Room options

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Family Room | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Family Room

Highlights

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

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Family - Unit 11 | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Family - Unit 11

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Studio - Units 4,6,7,9 | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Studio - Units 4,6,7,9

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Basic Studio | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Basic Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Studio | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • Central Hawkes Bay College - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Central Hawkes Bay Settlers Museum - 8 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Oruawharo Homestead & Garden - 21 min drive - 21.6 km
  • Splash Planet - 48 min drive - 62.6 km
  • Porangahau Beach - 56 min drive - 64.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizza Plaza Waipukurau - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Angkor Wat Bakery & Cafe - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Rookery - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Espresso loco - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬15 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.

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 cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets stay free
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

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

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Free onsite RV/bus/truck 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

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 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.
This property does not have elevators.
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
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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.

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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

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Nice place to stay
Peter, 1-night trip

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

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

8/10 Very good

Just nice
Bevin, 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

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

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent

Couldn’t ask for a cleaner nicer room. Incredibly reasonable price.
Karen, 1-night trip

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 trip

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 trip

10/10 Exceptional

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Graham, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

easy access, comfortable, clean and tidy. Only issue being only 5 foot had issues getting the china down from the top shelf of cupboard.
Claire, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very well presented
Graeme, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Accommodation was clean, convenient for the purpose of our whānau. Hassle free check-in. Did not use pool facility.
Evelyn-May, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

with noisy highway and airport near by with inflight planes
Petra, 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

8/10 Very good

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

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

Spotlessly Clean

A lovely spotlessly clean motel unit with great internet.
Jacqueline, 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

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

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

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 trip

10/10 Exceptional

Thank you Penny for all your help.
Ian, 1-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

10/10 Exceptional

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