The Reef Beachfront Apartments

Hotels
9.1 (845 reviews)
178 Marine Parade , Mount Maunganui , nz

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Express check-in/check-out
Fax/photocopying
Facilities for disabled guests
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Spacious apartments
Friendly staff
Great location
Good amenities
Cons:
Carpet smell
No air conditioning in some rooms

Categories

Cleanliness
8.24
Some reviews mentioned issues with carpet smell.
Service
9.71
Staff were described as welcoming, warm, and friendly.
Location
9.75
Consistently praised for its central location near the beach.
Room Quality
9.2
Spacious rooms, good quality mentioned in multiple reviews.
Amenities
8.73
Facilities like pools and kitchen were highlighted.
Value for Money
9.19
Overall good value for the spacious and well-equipped apartments.
Food and Beverage
8.74
Not specifically mentioned, assuming standard quality for the hotel tier.
Overall Experience
9.21
Overall very positive experiences mentioned throughout the reviews.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 21:15

Property Description

Stunning Beachfront Location: Enjoy breathtaking ocean views from The Reef Beachfront Apartments, complemented by an outdoor pool and fitness center for relaxation and leisure.

Convenient Amenities: Benefit from free WiFi, a hot tub, and a fully-equipped kitchen with modern appliances, including a dishwasher and oven. Select rooms even offer balconies with partial ocean views, ensuring a memorable stay.

Explore and Unwind: Discover nearby attractions such as Mount Maunganui Golf Course, Tauranga Airport, and Mauao hiking tracks. After a day of adventure, unwind in the comfort of the lounge area with a flat-screen TV and cable channels.

Book your stay at The Reef Beachfront Apartments for a perfect blend of tranquility and convenience.

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

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

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 1 year old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 1 year old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.1
Based on 845 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.24
Service: 9.71
Location: 9.75
Room Quality: 9.2
Amenities: 8.73
Value for Money: 9.19
Food and Beverage: 8.74
Overall Experience: 9.21
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Lynda • family_with_children • nz
8
2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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Michael • couple • us
10
2026-02-09 • via Nuitee
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Jolene • family_with_children • nz
10
2026-02-08 • via Nuitee
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Kayla • family_with_children • nz
9
2026-02-08 • via Nuitee
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Chris • family_with_children • gb
9
Pros:

Good location and nice pool

2026-01-31 • via Nuitee
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Tess • extended_group • nz
8
Our stay was excellent. Apartment was big and had everything we could need and more! Staff was suberb! I really cannot f
Pros:

Loved the location and the amenities. Pool was great!!

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-01-28 • via Nuitee
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John • extended_group • nz
6
ok
Cons:

Parking was difficult.

2026-01-26 • via Nuitee
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Ray • family_with_children • nz
6
Pros:

Jusr the basics. No water in room. Found old hair bruch under bed

Cons:

Warm welcome

2026-01-21 • via Nuitee
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Brendan • couple • nz
10
The accommodation and location made our stay memorable, and we would stay there again.
Pros:

Pool and view of the ocean were excellent. The managers of the property were excellent to deal with and very approachable. The apartment was very comfortable with excellent amenities. The secure parking was a bonus.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Prabhakar • couple • nz
10
Pros:

Location. Spacious

Cons:

All was ok.

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Deyshan • extended_group • nz
8
Pros:

Perfect for what we needed

Cons:

The bed was almost like sleeping on a wooden board

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Teresa • family_with_children • nz
10
Pros:

Everything!Loving Helful Staff!

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Lee • family_with_children • nz
10
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Neve • extended_group • nz
9
Pros:

Our stay was wonderful as per usual. We have booked at The Reef Beachfront apartments multiple times and keep coming back because its just so good!

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Rita Saric • family_with_children • nz
10
Well suited for our holiday requirements, central, quiet, handy to the beach and family activities
Pros:

Great location to beach and activities for family skateboard park, surfing, beach walking. Spacious quiet apartments with full cooking facilities. On-site swimming pool. Covered secure car parking.

Cons:

Seeing the apartments were each booked for 4 people the complementary supplies were not sufficient only small carton of milk and toiletries were 1 very small body wash and 1 Very small Shampoo.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Gina • family_with_children • nz
8
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Catherine • family_with_children • nz
10
Perfection
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Lift

2026-01-18 • via Nuitee
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Di • family_with_children • nz
10
2026-01-18 • via Nuitee
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Tom • family_with_children • au
9
Great property in a great location.
Pros:

Close to the beach. Plenty of space with great balcony.

Cons:

Bedrooms a bit warm and fans needed at night.

2026-01-17 • via Nuitee
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Tania • family_with_children • nz
6
We have stayed here before and had much better appartments.
Pros:

Pool was great. Storage of our car.

Cons:

A musty damp smell in the master bedroom bathroom. There was no fan to expel the steam in there…could be the cause.

2026-01-16 • via Nuitee