Onetangi Beach Apartments

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Independent
9 (105 reviews)
5-7 Fourth Avenue, Onetangi, Waiheke Island, 1081 , Waiheke Island , NZ
64-9-3720003

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Children allowed

Facilities

Meeting rooms
Express check-out
Free WiFi
Terrace
Garden
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Designated smoking area
Concierge service
Wheelchair accessible
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Outstanding beachfront location
Very friendly and helpful staff
Clean, comfortable and often spacious units
Quiet, calming atmosphere
Close to cafés, restaurants and public transport (bus stop)
Upgrades available (e.g., 3-bedroom, seaview)
Cons:
Ants reported in at least one unit
Inconsistent hot water / low shower pressure
Some units have dated decor
High price reported when booked through a booking site
Occasional neighbouring renovation/rubbish
Dacron duvet caused sweaty nights for one guest

Categories

Cleanliness
8.5
Generally described as tidy, clean and well maintained by multiple guests, but a few reports of ants and a Dacron duvet causing uncomfortable nights lower the score slightly.
Service
9.7
Repeated praise for very friendly, polite and helpful staff and owners; several guests specifically call out exceptional service and staff assistance, warranting a high score.
Location
10
Overwhelmingly positive: repeatedly described as right beside the beach, 50m to the beach, close to restaurants and cafes, and a convenient bus stop — the standout feature.
Room Quality
9
Rooms and units often noted as spacious, comfortable and in some cases upgraded (3-bedroom, seaview house). Minor negatives include a few tired decor mentions and occasional neighbour renovation noise.
Amenities
8.5
Basic facilities are present and functional per guests, but issues such as inconsistent hot water, weak water pressure in showers and occasional ants reduce the score.
Value for Money
8
Mostly positive stays, but at least one strong complaint about a very high price paid through a booking site lowers perceived value for some guests.
Food and Beverage
9
Guests mention good nearby cafés, restaurants, great coffee and a cooked breakfast option nearby; on-site F&B not heavily discussed but local options are praised.
Overall Experience
9.3
Many guests report an excellent stay, would return, and recommend the property — beachside bliss and calm, enjoyable breaks dominate the feedback.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-06-29 17:21

Property Description

Recreational Amenities
Enjoy a relaxing time at our spa tub or explore the area on our rental bicycles for a fun adventure.

Dining Options
Indulge in delicious meals at Charlie Farleys, one of our three restaurants, or opt for room service if you prefer a cozy night in.

Convenience and Comfort
Experience the convenience of express check-out, luggage storage, and laundry facilities during your stay.

To book your stay at Onetangi Beach Apartments, your perfect family-friendly retreat near Onetangi Beach, visit our website or call us today.

Important information:

  • Reservations are required for massage services. Reservations can be made by contacting the aparthotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • The property is professionally cleaned.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: AKL

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Pets

    No pets

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • Smoking

    Smoking permitted

  • Guest type

    Essential workers only - NO

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Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 105 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.5
Service: 9.7
Location: 10
Room Quality: 9
Amenities: 8.5
Value for Money: 8
Food and Beverage: 9
Overall Experience: 9.3
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Baz • solo_traveller • nz
8
Otherwise fine
Pros:

Location

Cons:

The very high price paid by booking through booking site

2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Sandra • extended_group • nz
8
Most excellent time
Pros:

It was great , kind happy staff , nice and close to beautiful beach great for swimming , bus outside , great coffee and food next door had a most excellent time thank you all.

2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Dan • couple • nz
9
2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Wendy • solo_traveller • nz
6
2026-05-06 • via Nuitee
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CHRIS • solo_traveller • au
10
Pros:

Location

2026-05-01 • via Nuitee
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shortt • family_with_children • ie
10
Pros:

Absolutely amazing, The apartment was pure luxury, staff very polite and friendly, location is perfect, right beside, activities, restaurants and beach ⛱️ loved it

2026-04-09 • via Nuitee
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Barry • solo_traveller • nz
9
It was one night for work
Pros:

Close to the job

2026-04-06 • via Nuitee
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Heap • family_with_children • nz
8
2026-04-03 • via Nuitee
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Donna • couple • nz
8
We are coming back next year for a wedding and really looking forward to it
Pros:

It was so well located right near the beach and great eateries

2026-03-27 • via Nuitee
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Emma • family_with_children • gb
9
Beautiful location and quiet and calming stay. Would definitely come back and recommend to others. Bus stop right outsid
Pros:

Location to beach was fabulous. Got upgraded to a 3 bedroom apartment. Facilities basic but had everything you needed.

Cons:

Ants!

2026-03-25 • via Nuitee
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Pamela • solo_traveller • au
8
Great place to stay near the beach for a few days!
Pros:

The location to the beach and 3 restaurants

Cons:

The hot water was inconsistent.

2026-03-17 • via Nuitee
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Alex • extended_group • nz
10
Great
Pros:

A great location and very friendly and helpful staff and owners who made our trip much easier with our newborn grandchild as part of our family group. Tidy, clean and we would definitely stay there again .

2026-03-15 • via Nuitee
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Craig • family_with_children • nz
10
Great weekender
Pros:

Super location, very clean and comfortable.

Cons:

Nothing not to like!

2026-03-15 • via Nuitee
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Micaela • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
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Joan • couple • nz
8
We enjoyed our short break on Waiheke. The accommodation was quiet, comfortable and well located.
Pros:

Interesting decor. It was close to the beach and restaurants. A convenient bus stop at the door was an added bonus

Cons:

Dacron duvet made for sweaty nights

2026-03-08 • via Nuitee
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Howard • family_with_children • gb
9
Beachside bliss!
Pros:

Super friendly staff and a magnificent Seaview house with every possible amenity and 50m from the beach!

Cons:

Nothing with the house....but the next door neighbour was clearly renovating and had dumped rubbish of all sorts on his drive next to our entrance. Just a minor irritation but unnecessary in such a lovely place

2026-03-08 • via Nuitee
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Julie • extended_group • nz
10
2026-03-03 • via Nuitee
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Ronald • couple • gb
10
Lovely place to stay after two days of travelling
Pros:

We went out fora cooked breakfast
Location was perfect
Staff were friendly

Cons:

Perfect

2026-02-22 • via Nuitee
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Adrian Mark • couple • gb
10
Had a really great time on the Island the location was perfect
Pros:

Perfect location on the beach , lovely island to explore

Cons:

Nothing

2026-02-22 • via Nuitee
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Tennille • solo_traveller • nz
10
Location, location. location
Pros:

Location is outstanding. Was originally in a ground floor courtyard room but asked to move to a level 1 courtyard room which was accomodated. The unit had everything I needed and was very spacious, clean and tidy.

Cons:

Decor is a little tired but nothing that would stop me from re-booking to stay again

2026-02-12 • via Nuitee