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Podium Lodge

4.0 star property
Motel with spa, near Grassroots Trust Velodrome

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Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Studio | Premium bedding, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Shared Dormitory | Shared kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Shared Dormitory | Shared kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Near the Cambridge Raceway and Farmers' Market, Podium Lodge offers a tranquil retreat. Take a leisurely stroll through the garden, lounge by one of two outdoor pools with sun umbrellas, or rejuvenate in the spa tub. With helpful staff and free in-room WiFi, this upscale eco-certified motel is an excellent choice.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Hot tub
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Meeting room
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills

Feel at home (6)

  • Playground on site
  • Kitchen
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Patio
The current price is $121
$140 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 11 - Sep 12

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Shared Dormitory | Premium bedding, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
  • 120 sq m
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 14
  • 14 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
  • 49 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Large Twin Beds OR 2 King Beds

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Studio | Game room

Studio

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Triple Room | Premium bedding, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Large Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
20 Peake Road, Cambridge, 3283

What's nearby

  • Grassroots Trust Velodrome - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • St. Peter's School - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Cambridge Raceway - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Cambridge i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Lake Karapiro - 12 min drive - 16.1 km

Getting around

  • Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Clementine - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Five Stags - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Mavis & Co - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Onyx - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Podium Lodge

Podium Lodge is a great choice for a stay in Cambridge. Guests can go for a swim in the outdoor pool, then visit the spa to be pampered with spa services. A hot tub and a garden are offered, and in-room conveniences at this eco-certified motel include refrigerators and microwaves. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 31 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • 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
    • At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
    • COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up
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Required at check-in

    • Credit 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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Pets

    • Pets allowed*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Food and water bowls and off-leash area available
WIFI

Internet

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

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Barbecue grills
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Traveling with children

  • Playground
  • Pool gate
  • Fence around the pool

What to do

  • Bicycle tour information
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • Meeting room

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Bike repair services
  • Bike storage
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Television in common areas
  • An outdoor pool
  • Bicycle parking
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 5 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Premium TV channels

Home comfort

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

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Patio

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

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

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Spa

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the motel's full-service spa. The spa is open daily.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Here's the breakdown, no surprises

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: NZD 300.00 per stay

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for NZD 45.0 per day

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of NZD 15 per pet, per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM

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's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Also known as

Podium Lodge Cambridge
Podium Cambridge
Podium Lodge Motel
Podium Lodge Cambridge
Podium Lodge Motel Cambridge

Frequently asked questions

Does Podium Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Podium Lodge 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 Podium Lodge?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Podium Lodge?

Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of NZD 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Dog exercise areas and food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at Podium Lodge?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Podium Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Podium Lodge?

No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but SkyCity Hamilton (18-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Podium Lodge and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like cycling and hiking. Additional recreation nearby includes spelunking. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and soothe your senses in the hot tub. Podium Lodge also has an outdoor pool and spa services, as well as a picnic area and a garden.

Does Podium Lodge have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?

Yes, a kitchen is available in every room, and also includes a coffee maker, cookware, and a refrigerator.

Does Podium Lodge have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a patio.

What's the area around Podium Lodge like?

Podium Lodge is in the heart of Cambridge, a short 14-minute walk from St. Peter's School and 11 minutes' walk from Grassroots Trust Velodrome.

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