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Te Mata Lodge
21 Porter Drive, Havelock North 4130 New Zealand
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Newly refurbished motel in the heart of friendly Havelock North Village. Surrounded by wineries, shops and cafes. We offer luxury suites, most with spa baths. All suites have Super king Sleepyhead beds. All units are heated and cooled with heat pump/air conditioning units. Top quality teas, coffees and milos provided
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Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Breakfast available
Car hire
Spa
Concierge
Currency exchange
Laundry service
Parking
Wifi
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Complimentary tea
Non-smoking hotel
Self-serve laundry
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Bathrobes
Air conditioning
Fireplace
Seating area
Coffee / tea maker
Flatscreen TV
Electric blanket
Whirlpool bathtub
Telephone
Clothes rack
Iron
Wake-up service / alarm clock
Kitchenette
Microwave
Refrigerator
Kitchenware
Bath / shower
Complimentary toiletries
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Grade: 83 out of 100
33Restaurantswithin 0.5 km
3Attractionswithin 0.5 km
21 Porter Drive, Havelock North 4130 New Zealand
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We were blown away by our host, the nicest friendliest host we have had, even came out to help defrost windows this morning in the cold! Rooms exceeded our expectations, I even took photos which I don't usually do, definitely coming back!
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Date of stay: May 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 6 Jul 2023
Thank you so much Jecgage for taking the time to leave us such a wonderful review! Your kind words truly brightened our day, and we are grateful for your generous feedback. We look forward to seeing you again at your next visit to Havelock :)
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It was lovely for my mum and I to be greeted so warmly and shown to our room by Fay on arrival, she also had some excellent recommendations for dining which was awesome given our tired brains and hunger. Hotel was immaculately clean and had virtually everything you could possibly need including dressing gowns, plenty of towels, soaps, bodywash, shampoo and conditioner, Nespresso coffee machine, mints, cookies, Sky TV, decent hairdryer, electric blankets and efficient heating. The extras were not of the generic cheap variety either, decent mostly NZ-made toiletries, teas & plunger coffee. These were also fully replenished the following day. Fully equipped kitchen with modern crockery and utensils. The shower had incredible pressure, we didn't try the spa bath. Easy walking distance to shops, a supermarket and plenty of restaurants. New World was less than a 5-minute walk away. Would definitely stay here again. …
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Date of stay: June 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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HI there, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a wonderful review! Your kind words truly brightened our day, and we are grateful for your generous feedback. We look forward to seeing you again at your next visit to Havelock :)
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We had a lovely long weekend here, the owner Fay went above and beyond to help us with everything including local recommendations. We also requested an early check in for our daughter and that was not a problem at all. The units are much bigger than usual motel rooms, really comfy king size beds and a great shower! Will definitely be back.
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Date of stay: June 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Responded 8 Jun 2023
Thank you so much Rachel for taking the time to leave us such a wonderful review! Your kind words truly brightened our day, and we are grateful for your generous feedback. Our team strives to provide exceptional service and create a comfortable environment for our guest, and it is heartwarming to hear that you had an amazing stay with us. We will pass on your compliments to our staff members. We look forward to welcoming you and your lovely family back in the future and providing you with another fantastic experience. Once again, thank you for choosing our motel, and we truly appreciate your support. Kindest regards Fay
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My wife and I stayed here for three nights. Upon our arrival Faye greeted us and showed us to our room. Faye provided a great deal of information about the local eateries and bars, including her opinion of each, which was all positive and accurate. The room was spacious, clean, very quiet. The staff we met were friendly and very accommodating. It would have been nice to have a light breakfast available in the room. We will certainly return at some point. Faye deserves 10 out of 10 Thank you
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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For a motel, this was better appointed than most hotels I have stayed at! They have thought of everything. Dressing gowns, plenty of towels, soaps, shampoo and conditioner, Nespresso coffee machine, mints, Sky TV with plenty of channels, and a very reasonably priced breakfast menu. The rooms were clean, tidy, well furnished and to a very high standard. The host Fay was very welcoming, friendly and engaging. Perfectly located within easy walking distance to shops, a supermarket and plenty of bars and restaurants (but still removed enough to have peace and quiet during the evening hours). I don't travel this way often, but I definitely know where I am staying next time I am in the area.
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Travelled on business
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Room Tip: I believe the upstairs rooms have a spa pool, compared to the downstairs rooms which have an...
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We were celebrating a Hens Party and had booked 5 rooms for the long weekend The hostess Fay is incredible, so helpful, nothing was too much for her, super friendly and went the extra mile The rooms are clean, fresh and large Beds are very comfortable and we had a large spa in the room Walking distance to the Town and supermarket Totally recommend this accommodation
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Date of stay: January 2023
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Great location to the village. Large rooms with everything you need. Immaculately clean and wonderful daily service. Management extremely friendly and accommodating. Will definitely make a return visit.
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Date of stay: January 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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I stayed at this lodge in December 2019. Spacious rooms, good room services, polite and helpful staff, plenty of car parking available. The check-in process is quite smooth. The location is near good restaurants and bars. Overall a great place to stay.
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Date of stay: May 2021
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We stayed here for one night in March 2022. It was only for a very short time - essentially just to sleep. The unit was clean, warm, and well equipped, and the bed was comfortable. The coffee machine was a bonus! The hotel is centrally located, just a minute's walk from shops and restaurants. We experienced no noise. We will certainly consider staying here the next time we're in Havelock North.
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Date of stay: March 2022
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We were in an upstairs room which was ok for us. (Be sure to ask for downstairs if you don't want to carry your stuff up stairs) The only disadvantage I could see with the downstairs rooms are that guests park their cars directly in front of them. We did feel awkward about starting our car up early (engine noise, headlights) when we set off to see sunrise at Te Mata Peak. The rooms were clean and spacious and all the basic kitchen equipment. We don't tend to spend much time in the room - its just somewhere to sleep and shower. The spas bath is nice but we could hear our neighbour's spa bath filling and when the jets were on - so they could probably hear ours. Easy location to find and close to several good restaurants.
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Date of stay: January 2022
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$225 - $247 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
New ZealandNorth IslandHawke's Bay RegionHavelock North
NUMBER OF ROOMS
20
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Frequently Asked Questions about Te Mata Lodge
Which popular attractions are close to Te Mata Lodge?
Nearby attractions include Event cinema (0.3 km), Juniper (0.3 km), and Cauliflower (0.2 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Te Mata Lodge?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, a spa, and free parking.
Which room amenities are available at Te Mata Lodge?
Top room amenities include a kitchenette, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
What food & drink options are available at Te Mata Lodge?
Guests can enjoy breakfast, complimentary tea, and free instant coffee during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Te Mata Lodge?
Conveniently located restaurants include Malo, Pipi Cafe, and Maina.
Is Te Mata Lodge located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.3 km away from the centre of Havelock North.
Are any cleaning services offered at Te Mata Lodge?
Yes, laundry service and self serve laundry are offered to guests.
Are there any historical sites close to Te Mata Lodge?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Otatara Pa Historic Reserve Walk (13.6 km).
Is Te Mata Lodge accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access and reduced mobility rooms. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.