Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Heating
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean rooms
Friendly staff
Great location
Comfortable beds
Nice pool
Cons:
Small rooms
Lack of upgrades
Maintenance issues in bathrooms

Categories

Cleanliness
6.79
Clean and comfortable, but some issues with specific rooms reported.
Service
8.26
Staff were friendly and helpful, providing great recommendations.
Location
8.3
Great location with easy access to local amenities.
Room Quality
5.75
Room quality varied; some rooms were small and had maintenance issues.
Amenities
7.28
Amenities like the pool were praised, but some facilities need upgrades.
Value for Money
5.74
Many found the room rates not commensurate with room quality.
Food and Beverage
6.79
Good food options nearby but not much mentioned about hotel food.
Overall Experience
6.26
Mixed feelings; pleasant experiences overshadowed by some serious concerns.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 20:37

Property Description

Central Location and Nearby Attractions
Hotel Poenamo is conveniently located near Takapuna Shopping district, AUT University North Shore Campus, and North Shore Hospital. With easy access to Takapuna Beach, Auckland city centre, and Auckland Airport, our hotel is the perfect base for exploring the vibrant city and its surroundings.

Diverse Dining Options and Entertainment
Indulge in a culinary adventure with our 6 on-site restaurants offering a variety of cuisines including European, Mongolian, and South African. Unwind at Pat’s Garage Sports Bar with a refreshing drink or enjoy a friendly game of pool, adding a touch of excitement to your stay.

Relaxing Amenities and Comfortable Rooms
Experience ultimate relaxation with our fully fenced outdoor pool and hot tub, perfect for unwinding after a day of sightseeing. Each heated room is equipped with modern amenities like free WiFi, satellite TV, and tea/coffee making facilities, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable stay. Book now for a memorable experience at Hotel Poenamo.

Important information:

Please note that there is a 2% charge when you pay with a credit card.

Please refer to website (www.poenamohotel.co.nz) for hotel policies.

The Villa is strictly for accommodation purposes only and must not be used for functions, events, birthdays, or large gatherings.

If you require a venue for events or functions, please contact us directly to discuss suitable options.

Failure to comply with these terms may result in you being asked to vacate the property.

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 are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

6.9
Based on 3053 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.79
Service: 8.26
Location: 8.3
Room Quality: 5.75
Amenities: 7.28
Value for Money: 5.74
Food and Beverage: 6.79
Overall Experience: 6.26
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Terina • family_with_children • nz
10
2026-10-24 • via Nuitee
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Tukimihia (Nugget) • couple • au
10
I always stay here when returning to nz for a break
Pros:

Close to the motorway and other essential
Services

Cons:

Nothing to dislike

2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
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Nunz • family_with_children • nz
10
Pros:

It was lovely. Everything right there. Food, pool, little drink if you wanted. Park for kids

Cons:

It was all good

2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
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Joe • family_with_children • nz
9
Great location
Pros:

Location and comfortable

Cons:

N/a

2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
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Anitta • family_with_children • nz
10
2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Brown • couple • nz
10
2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Rea • solo_traveller • nz
8
Amazingly affordable in Auckland
Pros:

The Beds are probably the best I've experienced in awhile. Even the single bed had a quality mattress.

Cons:

A drunken lady slowly walking outside everyone's rooms on the way to her own room yelling "I'm drunk" 🤣 But that was no fault of the hotel. Clearly when the hotel is next to a bar and restaurant this will occasionally happen.

2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Rea • solo_traveller • nz
8
2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Colin • extended_group • nz
7
More than adequate. We would consider staying there again.
Pros:

It meet my expectations

Cons:

The shower was not disability friendly. We had a disabled guest with us who chose not use it due to the high step into it.

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Eileen • extended_group • nz
9
Great value for money and wonderful location
Pros:

Fantastic location and lovely atmosphere

Cons:

Fridge was very cold and froze my vegetables

2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Nadia • solo_traveller • nz
9
2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Tammy • family_with_children • nz
8
Pros:

The pool and bar/restaurant atmosphere, and playground.

2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
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Sian • family_with_children • nz
9
Pleasant, great location
Pros:

Clean, tidy and great location for what I needed

Cons:

No full length mirror in the room and very little bench space in the bathroom.

2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Kelly • family_with_children • nz
10
2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Margaret • extended_group • nz
8
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Hamajima • family_with_children • nz
8
2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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MacPherson • solo_traveller • nz
10
Pros:

The staff are very friendly and helpful! Love how there is a swimming pool and playground for the kids and the rooms are a good size! We will definitely be back to stay next year!!

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Alastair • solo_traveller • nz
6
Pros:

The bedroom was clean and tidy. Comfortable beds.

Cons:

The pillows were high and really hard.
The kitchenette was dated, stained wall tiles and hot plates. Needed a revamp.
Access to glasses and cups in cupboard at floor level. Should be eye level or above.
Almost overpowering smell of something like air freshener to the point of distraction.

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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KaranJosan • solo_traveller • nz
10
Comfortable and cozy
Pros:

The room was comfortable, tidy and clean with all amenities.

Cons:

The bathroom could have an exhaust fan.

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Paula • family_with_children • nz
6
It is very budget, the bed was comfy and thats about it.
Pros:

The location was good, the bed was so comfy.

Cons:

The floor looked unvaccumed in the hallway, there was no microwave & the shower over the tub was not good. Also you had to open a window for wifi to work. The carpet in the room near the shower seemed to have water up underneath it at times it felt wet.

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee