Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
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
Physical distancing rules followed
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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 577 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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Kirsten • extended_group • nz
7
Cons:

Coffee plunger
Salt

2026-02-14 • via Nuitee
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Michelle • extended_group • au
10
Pros:

Clean cosy and great location with an excellent range of restaurants within walking distance.
Free laundry facilities were really appreciated.

2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
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Shane • couple • au
9
Pros:

Great location and friendly host

2026-02-11 • via Nuitee
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Kevin • couple • nz
10
2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
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Jamie • couple • gb
10
2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
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Sasha • solo_traveller • nz
9
2026-02-09 • via Nuitee
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Elmo • couple • nz
9
Geweldig op paar kleine puntjes na
Pros:

uitzicht

Cons:

sfeerverlichting, geen schalen voor magnetron geen handdoek in de keuken.

2026-01-31 • via Nuitee
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Roel • family_with_children • au
6
Great location, clean and very friendly host.
Pros:

It was close to the center.

Cons:

You don't really notice that you are in front of the beach as the apartment is quite low.

2026-01-29 • via Nuitee
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Jen • couple • nz
10
Pros:

Beautiful place to stay! Had a great time, close to the beach and town centre. Will be staying here again in future

Cons:

N/A

2026-01-29 • via Nuitee
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sam • couple • gb
9
2026-01-28 • via Nuitee
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Kevin • extended_group • de
8
2026-01-25 • via Nuitee
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Jeff • couple • ca
8
Wonderful
Pros:

Great location, clean and comfortable

Cons:

N/A

2026-01-24 • via Nuitee
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mark • couple • gb
8
Nice location but not a private as I would have liked
Pros:

I generally don’t review the motels in New Zealand as they are often struggling to make money due to low margins etc but I will say a little about the Blue Marlin. The location is good and the property was nice and clean. Please take a couple of minutes to read the negatives because I think it’s important for the owners to take on board as it’s a fairly expensive accommodation by New Zealand standards.

Cons:

Firstly I was more than happy to pay the £170 uk for 1 nights stay. As with many properties, because I had pre paid the check in was faceless, I saw no one in charge at all. I’m being a little critical because this property is clearly not struggling to make a profit so these things should be fixed.The next comments are genuinely directed at the management because they must be oversights. I stayed in unit 1 and there was no blind to the toilet window so as a man if you stand in front of the toilet you may well be seen by at least 1 or 2 neighbouring units. I found it an uncomfortable experience, please put a blind up. Next, there is no mirror next to or close to bathroom sink. If you are shaving especially with an electric razor you have to turn around to the wall behind you and use that mirror. Not a problem but there are clean towels below that mirror and they would be covered in shaving hair and also the floor. Please put a mirror next to the sink. Last thing. The location is good but it’s very easy for everyone walking past to look straight into the living area. Please put a thin semi see through curtain in to draw across if a bit of privacy is required in the day time rather than just having the black out blind. I felt a bit like a gold fish in a gold fish bowl. The light material curtain will resolve this. Hope the management find this review useful

2026-01-22 • via Nuitee
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Thomas • solo_traveller • nz
10
2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Ed • couple • nz
10
Pros:

Clean and fresh..

Cons:

The towels did feel coarse

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Kath • extended_group • nz
8
A fantastic place, opposite the beach. Very good value with great views.
Pros:

Great location. Super views, even though we didn’t have a beach front apartment. We still had fantastic views of the sea from the deck and bedroom.

Cons:

Nothing to dislike.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Amy • solo_traveller • nz
10
I have stayed a few times now and love it every time.
Pros:

Nice and cosy, Viv is amazing! And I will stay again definitely!

Cons:

There’s nothing to not like.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Shelley • couple • nz
10
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Stephen • extended_group • nz
9
Pros:

Location was great. Each unit had its own Barbecue.

Cons:

A little storage space would havd been good.

2026-01-16 • via Nuitee
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Amy • family_with_children • nz
10
Short stay or long stay, always the best stay.
Pros:

Have stayed a few times now an is very happy every time

2026-01-15 • via Nuitee