Waterfront Apartments Whitianga

Hotels
9.1 (963 reviews)
2 Buffalo Beach Road , Whitianga , nz

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Terrace
Family rooms
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
Invoice provided
Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
Free wired internet
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Helpful staff
Clean rooms
Spacious accommodation
Good amenities
Cons:
Bathroom is a little bit old
Some furniture could be upgraded

Categories

Cleanliness
9.31
Found to be very clean with no major cleanliness issues reported.
Service
9.78
Staff were frequently mentioned as helpful and friendly.
Location
9.82
Great location with many positive mentions regarding proximity to attractions.
Room Quality
8.77
Rooms described as comfortable and spacious, although some furniture was noted as needing an upgrade.
Amenities
8.8
Amenities mentioned positively, with adequate facilities noted.
Value for Money
8.76
General sentiment suggests satisfactory value for money.
Food and Beverage
8.31
Food and beverage not explicitly mentioned; standard quality for this hotel tier.
Overall Experience
9.28
Many reviews express a strong positive overall experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-18 23:03

Property Description

Stunning Waterfront Views
Experience breathtaking sea views from every apartment at Waterfront Apartments Whitianga. Located just steps away from Buffalo Beach, our property offers a tranquil escape with a private entrance to The Lost Spring geothermal pools.

Convenient Amenities
Enjoy complimentary WiFi and make use of our BBQ facilities during your stay. Whether you prefer a quick snack or a full meal, each apartment is equipped with a kitchenette or a fully equipped kitchen for your convenience.

Local Discounts and Attractions
Take advantage of exclusive discounts at nearby restaurants and activities to enhance your Whitianga experience. With Whitianga Airport only a 7-minute drive away, your coastal getaway is just within reach.

Book your stay at Waterfront Apartments Whitianga for a memorable seaside retreat.

Important information:

Please note that there is a 3.5% charge when you pay with a credit card.

If you expect to arrive after 18:00, please contact the property in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation. Late arrivals are by prearrangement and prepayment only.

Guests can not check in after 22:00.This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.1
Based on 963 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.31
Service: 9.78
Location: 9.82
Room Quality: 8.77
Amenities: 8.8
Value for Money: 8.76
Food and Beverage: 8.31
Overall Experience: 9.28
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Dr. Stephan • extended_group • de
8
2026-04-10 • via Nuitee
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Tara • couple • nz
10
2026-04-10 • via Nuitee
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Andrea • couple • nz
10
Beautiful views, great location
Pros:

Amazing views and great location. The space was just perfect for us - we enjoyed wine while looking at the ocean from the warmth of the conservatory room.

Cons:

Slightly dated but everything clean and worked.

2026-04-09 • via Nuitee
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Bao • couple • us
10
Definitely would recommend this place. Great location, clean and rigjt across from the lake with full waterfront view.
Pros:

The room was very clean and comfortable, with a great waterfront location and full lake views right from the room. It’s also close to restaurants and bars, all within easy walking distance. Chris was an amazing host—he even helped us with our laundry and let us use the washer and dryer for free, which we really appreciated.

2026-04-08 • via Nuitee
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Albena • couple • bg
10
2026-04-03 • via Nuitee
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Julie • couple • gb
9
Pros:

Fabulous location with lovely sea views. Very helpful hosts who gave us recommendations for coffee and dinner . Lots to do and see nearby

2026-04-01 • via Nuitee
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Julienne • couple • au
10
2026-03-29 • via Nuitee
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Peter • couple • au
10
Pros:

Great location, spotless clean, very comfortable & staff excellent.

Cons:

Opposite beach but water a bit churned up to swim, minor issue, plenty of other places very close to swim.

2026-03-27 • via Nuitee
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Jo • couple • gb
8
Nice stay in Whitianga
Pros:

Very warm welcome at reception. Location was great, just cross the road and you’re on the beach. Spacious apartment and clean on arrival. Would stay again.

2026-03-25 • via Nuitee
• extended_group • nz
9
It was excellent
2026-03-24 • via Nuitee
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Renato • family_with_children • ch
10
Pros:

Wie schon gesagt: Einfach alles. Die Lage, die Wohnung, das Personal. Es hat alles bestens gepasst.
Währen gerne noch geblieben, leider mussten wir weiter.

2026-03-24 • via Nuitee
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Tracey • couple • au
10
Comfortable & Clean - stunning surrounds
Pros:

Clean & Convenient
Great recommendations for sight seeing

2026-03-22 • via Nuitee
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Jane • couple • nz
7
Great location, adequate facilities, not quite what we expected.
Pros:

Spacious, great location, waterfront and close to shops/restaurants, with a very comfortable bed.

Cons:

For an apartment, despite the dishwasher, there was minimal/ basic kitchen utensils, no coffee machine/plunger. Toiletries supplied were barely adequate. The bathroom did not have an extractor fan and opening a window was not an option for privacy reasons, the shower leaked water out on the bathroom floor which was a slip hazard, the grab rail by the toilet had been installed incorrectly and was ineffective. Overall the apartment showed its age.

2026-03-21 • via Nuitee
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Jo • solo_traveller • au
9
Pros:

Very comfortable and great position. Easy walking to town, the marina and its around the corner from the hot springs.

2026-03-15 • via Nuitee
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Tracey • couple • au
8
Relaxing. Not long enough
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-15 • via Nuitee
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Michelle • couple • nz
10
Pros:

Exceeded our expectations, would stay again

2026-03-11 • via Nuitee
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Kathy • couple • au
9
2026-03-10 • via Nuitee
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Laure • extended_group • fr
9
Apaisant
Pros:

Emplacement, fabuleux, vue, magnifique, appartement très très beau

2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
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Teresa • extended_group • nz
7
OK for one night's stay.
Pros:

Bed was very comfortable. View from lounge was lovely. Good location.

Cons:

Most expensive accommodation we have stayed in over the last few months and was not value for money. Only 1 small towel each for the shower. Only 1 shampoo/conditioner/shower gel per couple. No fan in bathroom. Handle on bathroom door was for pull door, so kept forgetting it was a slide door. Lipstick left on mug in cupboard. Weird balcony room that had the airconditioning unit in it, and the joinery went straight across your vision so you couldn't actually see the view unless you slumped right down in the chairs, or stood up.

2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
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Marie • family_with_children • nz
10
Pros:

Great location and awesome staff.

2026-03-02 • via Nuitee