Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Garden
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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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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 643 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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Alison • solo_traveller • nz
8
2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Tracy • couple • au
10
Amazing ! Clean ! Warm ! Welcoming ! Good location !
Pros:

So clean and tidy ! Good location ! Friendly staff ! Jess was great and then her Mum Viv looked after us so amazingly well! Happy, smiling and accommodating! We initially changed our booking and Jess was accomodating and then when we wanted to extend our stay it wasn’t a problem ! Def recommend!

Cons:

Loved it all ! Maybe a non stick frypan would have great if I was to pick anything 😆

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Michelle • solo_traveller • nz
10
Pros:

The view was amazing, clean spacious room, comfy bed.

Cons:

Nothing very comfortable accommodation.

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Paz • couple • nz
10
Awesome
Pros:

Cleanliness

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Robb • solo_traveller • nz
9
2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Paz • couple • nz
10
Awesome
Pros:

Cleanliness

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Katherine • solo_traveller • nz
10
Perfect!
Pros:

Loved the room I booked. Perfect size for a solo traveler. Close to town and the beach.

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Anthea • family_with_children • nz
8
Pros:

Relatively private. Good size living space for a family of 3.

Cons:

A closing door between the main bedroom and the living room would be ideal. Thicker, cosy blankets for the single bed.

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Paz • couple • nz
10
Awesome
Pros:

Cleanliness

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Rachel • solo_traveller • nz
9
2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Denis • couple • nz
8
Very pleasant. Happy to come again.
Pros:

Nice location, close to CBD. Friendly helpful staff. Comfortable clean accommodation, reasonable priced.

Cons:

A small carton of fresh milk would have been welcomed, although in this day and age one type does not suit all. So likely not practical to supply such.

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Hazel • solo_traveller • nz
7
Pros:

Just a walk away from town and beach.

Cons:

There was a noise Wallside where the single bed was going off off and on throughout the night. We realized the laundry was right next door to us.

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Rachel • family_with_children • nz
8
Loved it. Had all amenities, close walking distance. Sea views
Pros:

Excellent communication , accommodating and helpfull

Cons:

Water pressure in shower was poor. Warmer blankets

2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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Karina • solo_traveller • nz
9
Satisfied in a good way.
Pros:

Location across from the Buffalo beach.
Also safe parling behind.

Cons:

No electric blanket in winter.

2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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Heather • solo_traveller • nz
10
Enjoyed our stay
Pros:

Clean and comfortable. Close to shops

Cons:

We arrived an hour before check in and we had to wait the hour before we were shown our room

2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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Li • family_with_children • nz
10
住得舒服出行方便，美食店很近
2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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Lynley • solo_traveller • nz
10
2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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Aurelia • couple • nc
8
Pros:

L’emplacement est idéal 👌🏽

Cons:

Dommage que la TV ne soit pas une smart TV.

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Carla • couple • nz
9
2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Peter • couple • nz
10
Pros:

Viv the manager was so friendly, room was excellent, clean, warm and comfortable. Very happy.

2026-07-02 • via Nuitee