Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Terrace
Family rooms
BBQ facilities
Non-smoking throughout
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Clean accommodations
Good amenities
Cons:
Tight parking
Noise from adjacent units
Issues with toilet flushing

Categories

Cleanliness
8.74
Most guests noted the apartments were clean and well-maintained.
Service
9.21
Many reviews highlighted the friendly and helpful nature of the staff.
Location
9.25
Great beachfront location close to shops and restaurants.
Room Quality
8.7
Rooms are well-equipped and comfortable.
Amenities
8.73
Amenities like BBQ and kitchen facilities were appreciated.
Value for Money
8.69
Overall, guests felt they received good value.
Food and Beverage
8.74
No specific comments, but proximity to restaurants noted.
Overall Experience
9.11
Guests generally expressed a high satisfaction with their stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 18:10

Property Description

Spacious Apartments with Sea Views
Blue Marlin Apartments, located just across from Buffalo Beach, offers spacious accommodations with the option for stunning sea views. Each apartment comes equipped with modern amenities including a flat-screen TV, microwave, and refrigerator.

Convenient Facilities and Amenities
Guests can take advantage of the barbecue area for a casual meal or explore the nearby Whitianga Marina, only a 5-minute walk away. Free WiFi and parking are provided for added convenience during your stay.

Explore the Best of Whitianga
Discover the local attractions just minutes from the property, such as Whitianga Museum, Albert Street's dining options, and the beautiful beaches of Hot Water Beach and Cathedral Cove, both a short drive away.

Experience comfort and convenience at Blue Marlin Apartments - book your stay today!

Important information:

Please note that there is a 2% charge when you pay with a Visa or MasterCard credit card or via Alipay.This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
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.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 10 years old stay for NZD 40 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Adults stay for NZD 40 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.9
Based on 617 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.74
Service: 9.21
Location: 9.25
Room Quality: 8.7
Amenities: 8.73
Value for Money: 8.69
Food and Beverage: 8.74
Overall Experience: 9.11
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Gurpreet • family_with_children • nz
10
2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
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Tania • couple • nz
9
Awesome base for a few days work
Pros:

Excellent room. Really comfortable king size bed. Good sized kitchen area with full size fridge/freezer. Spotlessly clean and well maintained

Cons:

All good

2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
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LI • couple • au
10
2026-05-06 • via Nuitee
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Alex • couple • au
9
Great location, clean room, friendly staff, would recommend.
Pros:

Very friendly host Vivian. Apartment was extremely clean! We had to self check in late and had no issues. Great location opposite the beach and close by cafes. Short drive to attractions. Easy parking on site and plenty of street parking. Highly recommend.

Cons:

No issues.

2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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Sue • extended_group • nz
10
Pros:

Friendly service and great location

2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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Peter • extended_group • nz
10
Pros:

Excellent hosts and location

2026-04-28 • via Nuitee
B
Bjarne • couple • nz
9
2026-04-23 • via Nuitee
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Kerry • couple • au
10
Pros:

Our host was very kind & friendly and the apartment was perfectly situated and super comfortable

2026-04-10 • via Nuitee
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Casey • solo_traveller • nz
10
Pros:

Location, hospitality, accommodation. All very kindly, 100% recommend and we'll be back

Cons:

How quickly the weekend went!

2026-04-10 • via Nuitee
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James • solo_traveller • nz
10
Great location, friendly and welcoming. Recommended!
Pros:

Location and plenty of room

Cons:

Kitchen was quite basic. Served its purpose but could have been a little better

2026-04-06 • via Nuitee
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Luigi Alessio Maria • family_with_children • it
8
Pros:

Conveniently Located and spacious

2026-04-03 • via Nuitee
M
Melissa • couple • nz
7
Pros:

Location was great.
Owner was friendly and helpful

Cons:

Thought we were staying at a different place but our room was nicenand clean and enjoy our night

2026-04-02 • via Nuitee
G
Gary • couple • au
9
2026-03-30 • via Nuitee
A
andreasmatthies • couple • de
8
2026-03-29 • via Nuitee
A
ArianaOrtizKopa • couple • nz
10
Pros:

Convenient, beautiful view of the sea.

2026-03-23 • via Nuitee
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Laura • extended_group • nz
10
Overall, staff was amazing, location is great, room spacious and well equipped!
Pros:

The proximity to the city centre, the beach, restaurants and the marina. Living room and kitchen well equipped. Nice fridge size. Nice to have the option to make a barbecue although we didn’t use it this time. And great staff! Very sympathetic and ready to help! Nice parking space!

Cons:

Our bed was too soft for our taste, sofa is starting to get a little old but it was very comfy, and I’ve missed something to hang our swimming suits on.

2026-03-22 • via Nuitee
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Nicholas • couple • au
8
Great stay, recommendrd
Pros:

Clean modern apartment
Great location

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-18 • via Nuitee
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Sally • couple • gb
10
2026-03-16 • via Nuitee
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Laurie • couple • ca
9
Fun town!
Pros:

Location, view, balcony, kitchen set up

Cons:

Outside furniture

2026-03-16 • via Nuitee
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Amanda • couple • nz
9
A little break in Whitianga
Pros:

The bed was really comfortable, shower was great and it was across the road from the beach. Val was lovely.

Cons:

Because of the storm that had come through a while back the air con was being fixed. Though there was a fan in the studio and we were told before hand.

2026-03-15 • via Nuitee