The Kentish Hotel

Hotels
6.1 (248 reviews)
5 Queen Street Waiuku , Waiuku , NZ

Free

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Business center
Heating
Terrace
Garden
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Clean and tidy rooms
Cons:
Uncomfortable beds
Maintenance issues
No air conditioning
TV issues
No milk

Categories

Cleanliness
8.4
Friendly staff and clean and tidy rooms.
Service
8.4
Friendly staff provides good service.
Location
8.4
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Room Quality
3.9
Beds were uncomfortable; place needs more maintenance.
Amenities
3.9
No air conditioning, TV wouldn't go, and windows won't open.
Value for Money
4.9
Not worth the price to stay the night.
Food and Beverage
4.9
No milk provided.
Overall Experience
6
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-11 14:56

Property Description

Historic Charm: The Kentish Hotel, the oldest continuous licensed hotel in New Zealand, boasts over 450 historical local photos adorning its walls, offering guests a unique glimpse into the past.

Entertainment and Dining: Guests can unwind in the shared balcony with a cup of tea/coffee while overlooking the picturesque Waiuku inlet. The hotel also features a lively restaurant and bar equipped with darts, billiards, and a selection of local beers and wines for a fun evening.

Convenience and Leisure: With free WiFi, free parking, an ATM on-site, and conference facilities available, The Kentish Hotel ensures a comfortable stay. Additionally, the hotel's proximity to Karioitahi Beach and Manukau Heads lighthouse provides ample leisure opportunities for guests.

Book your stay at The Kentish Hotel for a memorable experience!

Important information:

Please note that the hotel features live entertainment from Thursday to Saturday night, and guests may experience noise disturbances on these days until 00:30. Earplugs are available upon request.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

6.1
Based on 248 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.4
Service: 8.4
Location: 8.4
Room Quality: 3.9
Amenities: 3.9
Value for Money: 4.9
Food and Beverage: 4.9
Overall Experience: 6
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Sally • solo_traveller • nz
7
Pros:

location was great. bed was comfortable. Good money value.

Cons:

room door was very hard to open
kept getting stuck. would not be suitable for an older person wanting to use the toilet. key was very hard to get out of the locks.

2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Travis • solo_traveller • nz
8
Pros:

Convenience for what I intended to do the next day. For me the place is cheap and a good place to crash for a night. There is a restaurant on site that provided good food and there is free parking. There is also the atmosphere in staying in a century plus old building.

Cons:

The noise from the pub below.

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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C Martin • solo_traveller • nz
3
Cons:

Noise and showers were cold. Ended up only staying for 1 night even thou it was booked for 2 nights

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Shirley • extended_group • nz
7
2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Jaymie • solo_traveller • nz
8
Pros:

Friendly staff

2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
J
Joy • solo_traveller • nz
9
Pros:

The location. The ambience

Cons:

No hand towels in the shared bathroom .

2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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donata • solo_traveller • nz
6
Lil stau
Pros:

Love allll the staff they were amazing amd super helpfull

Cons:

In the kitchen area the mugs in the cupboard and the jugs were dirty , no hot chocolates just coffee and no one had topped up the teas or sugars , ans no milk . Tv was okay but bit old-school

2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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Richard • couple • nz
7
2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
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Barbara • solo_traveller • nz
7
2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
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Robyn • extended_group • nz
10
Great hospitality, great food and a perfect outdoor dining spot!
Pros:

The food, the staff and the best outdoor dining bar was perfect.

2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
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Reid • solo_traveller • nz
6
Pros:

Great location. Friendly helpful staff. Great food. Comfortable beds and spacious room. Very nice shared showers and kitchen. Lovely historical hotel.

2026-04-20 • via Nuitee
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Morris • solo_traveller • nz
10
2026-04-20 • via Nuitee
• solo_traveller • au
9
2026-04-15 • via Nuitee
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Richard • solo_traveller • nz
7
Great history and location.
Pros:

The great location and history


Comfortable bed.

Cons:

The showers and toilets were separate

2026-04-06 • via Nuitee
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Chantelle • couple • nz
9
Pros:

Was clean tidy, staff food drinks great

Cons:

Being above a pub, it was ok that noise went on till around 11pm, but it was very annoying the cleaner had her music blaring from pre 7am the following morning, and was pumping thru the bedroom which meant less than 8hours quiet time for a decent sleep.

2026-03-29 • via Nuitee
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Angie • couple • au
7
2026-03-28 • via Nuitee
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Steve • solo_traveller • nz
9
Great
Pros:

Nice and clean, with lots of character.

Cons:

My only complaint was how noise other guests where leaving there rooms and the building. Letting doors slam shut. Idiots!!

2026-03-22 • via Nuitee
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Faye • couple • nz
10
A beautiful heritage hotel. Staff real obliging/friendly/helpful.
2026-02-25 • via Nuitee
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Gerda • couple • nz
7
Staff was very helpful and loved the history of the old hotel. Definitely worth our stay.
Pros:

Staff very friendly en helpful.
Love the old history of hotel

2026-01-25 • via Nuitee
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Ian • solo_traveller • nz
9
Pros:

Staff were helpful, and the room and facilities were clean

2026-01-22 • via Nuitee