Comfort Hotel Flames Whangarei

Hotels
Comfort
8.3 (815 reviews)
8 Waverley Street , Whangarei , nz

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Business center
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean and tidy
Friendly staff
Good food
Cons:
Noisy upstairs neighbors
Hard mattress
Parking issues

Categories

Cleanliness
8.48
Heavily mentioned as clean and tidy in reviews.
Service
8.65
Staff noted as very friendly and accommodating.
Location
8.19
Good location but some found it farther from restaurants.
Room Quality
8.14
Rooms were described as clean and comfortable.
Amenities
7.97
Amenities described as good but some missing in-room facilities.
Value for Money
8.23
Good value but some felt it was outdated.
Food and Beverage
8.48
Food quality positively highlighted with good breakfast.
Overall Experience
8.25
General sentiment was positive with a few minor issues noted.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 22:43

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation with Stunning Views

Swimming Pool and Tropical Gardens
Indulge in relaxation at Comfort Hotel Flames Whangarei with our inviting swimming pool and lush tropical gardens, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploring.

Convenient Shuttle Service and Free WiFi
Enjoy seamless travel with our complimentary shuttle service to and from Whangarei Airport. Stay connected with free WiFi throughout the property, ensuring you never miss a beat during your stay.

Delicious Dining Experience
Savor delectable European dishes at our on-site restaurant, offering an a la carte menu for breakfast and dinner daily. Treat yourself to a culinary experience while enjoying the picturesque harbour views from most of our rooms.

Book your stay now at Comfort Hotel Flames Whangarei for a memorable and relaxing getaway.

Important information:

If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform Flames International Hotel in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all 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 2 years old stay for NZD 10 per person per night when using an available cot.
    Children from 3 years old to 17 years old stay for NZD 30 per person per night 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.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.3
Based on 815 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.48
Service: 8.65
Location: 8.19
Room Quality: 8.14
Amenities: 7.97
Value for Money: 8.23
Food and Beverage: 8.48
Overall Experience: 8.25
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Marilyn solo_traveller nz
10
Pros:

We were staying in the suburb of Onerahi, for a family holiday. Booked into Flames Hotel, we'll maintained 70s hotel, nice queit locality, nice outlook . Good sized room and l comfortable . Pleasant staff lovely dining room breakfast available from 7.30am until 2pm.

Cons:

The shower is located over bath. Didn't concern us. Good water pressure.

2026-06-20 via Nuitee
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Kim family_with_children nz
10
2026-06-20 via Nuitee
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Karl extended_group nz
8
Excellent friendly staff.
Pros:

Excellent Staff

Cons:

N/A

2026-06-07 via Nuitee
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Allen solo_traveller nz
10
2026-06-06 via Nuitee
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Kim solo_traveller nz
10
2026-06-02 via Nuitee
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Moore solo_traveller nz
8
2026-06-02 via Nuitee
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Brice family_with_children nz
10
Raewyn accommodating - service par excellence!!! U are legend!!!
Pros:

Good facilities - pub restaurant with decent menu
Good food and the service, especially from Raewyn was magic!!!! She just goes the extra mile!!!

Cons:

Lighting in room could be improved

2026-05-31 via Nuitee
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Dawn couple nz
7
2026-05-28 via Nuitee
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Melody solo_traveller nz
10
We would come back
Pros:

Staff were warm and welcoming
Room was clean and comfortable
Food was fresh and homemade
Grounds clean and well maintained

Cons:

Apart from some upgrades re outdoor furniture, spa and gym gear there is nothing we didn't like

2026-05-26 via Nuitee
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Mackie extended_group nz
8
Nice and comfortable restful room.
Pros:

Very comfortable and reception changed our room to a more suitable room for our mobility

Cons:

Nothing it was great

2026-05-24 via Nuitee
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Fiona extended_group nz
8
Comfortable, welcoming accomodation with lovely grounds and a onsite dining.
Pros:

Great views from our bedrooms. Loved the balcony and spacious room, also how immaculately clean everything was. Helpful, friendly staff added to the experience.

Cons:

I would have appreciated a central light or a standing lamp to provide more lighting in room 27.

2026-05-24 via Nuitee
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Guy couple nz
8
2026-05-17 via Nuitee
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Gilbert couple nz
8
Pros:

Overall stay was great. friendly staff and view was awesome.

2026-05-17 via Nuitee
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Anne solo_traveller nz
10
Happy Customer
Pros:

How welcome I felt with the staff
Comfy beds
Accommodating for my family of 6 , was able to get interconnecting rooms.

Cons:

Stairs, that's just a personal thing for me and I had family staying in all 3 levels

2026-05-04 via Nuitee
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Phillip couple au
10
2026-05-03 via Nuitee
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Paul solo_traveller nz
9
met my personal expectations - very friendly staff will return when back in the Heads area
Pros:

very quiet - spacious and very impressive outlook

Cons:

no criticisms it was a very pleasant interlude

2026-04-30 via Nuitee
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Jocelyn couple au
9
A very comfortable place to stay with friendly, welcoming staff.
Pros:

Very welcoming and obliging staff. Nice bar and restaurant. Best fish and chips I’ve had for a long time!

2026-04-29 via Nuitee
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Deb solo_traveller nz
8
2026-04-28 via Nuitee
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Rex couple nz
6
Pros:

No noise

Cons:

Some distance from city centre

2026-04-28 via Nuitee
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Jacob couple nz
7
Great location and comfortable, but needs some cleaning and painting done.
Pros:

Great location close to the airport, comfortable room. Breakfast was beautiful too.

Cons:

The place had a lot of cobwebs inside the building, and was quite old with not much upkeep done.

2026-04-27 via Nuitee