Continental Motel
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Continental Motel

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Pool area is really nice, and even though the water wasn't heated, my crazy child had a great time swimming both nights we stayed.
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#8 of 17 motels in Whangarei
4.6 of 5 bubbles
Location
4.4 of 5 bubbles
Rooms
4.7 of 5 bubbles
Value
4.6 of 5 bubbles
Cleanliness
4.7 of 5 bubbles
Service
4.3 of 5 bubbles
Sleep Quality
Your hosts, Monica and Tim, welcome you to the Continental Motel and look forward to bringing you great value and service. We are conveniently nestled halfway between Regent and Kensington, giving easy access to the city centre, our popular Town Basin, sports grounds, restaurants and supermarkets. We are easy to find – just look for the flags! The units at the Continental are spacious, clean, fresh and modern, each with full kitchen facilities. We have a purpose-built accessibility unit giving easy wheelchair access and other appropriate facilities for a comfortable stay. In summer the heated salt-water swimming pool, spa and garden allow you to relax and have fun, while Free WiFi keeps you connected.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Hot bath
Breakfast available
Hiking
BBQ facilities
Baggage storage
Self-serve laundry
Outdoor pool
Heated pool
Fence around pool
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Complimentary tea
Non-smoking hotel
Picnic area
Room features
Air conditioning
Housekeeping
Wardrobe / wardrobe
Iron
Kitchenette
Microwave
Cable / satellite TV
Complimentary toiletries
Private bathrooms
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Electric kettle
Kitchenware
Flatscreen TV
Hair dryer
Room types
Non-smoking rooms
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HOTEL CLASS
Star ratings are intended to indicate the general level of features, amenities, and services to expect. This property is classified according to Giata.
3.0 of 5 stars
HOTEL STYLE
Centrally Located
Modern
Languages Spoken
English

Location

67 Kamo Road, Whangarei 0112 New Zealand
Getting there
Somewhat walkable
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Grade: 60 out of 100
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Whangarei Airport
Kerikeri Airport
64.5 km
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Nixxi Wooo wrote a review Apr 2022
Wellington, NZ
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5.0 of 5 bubbles
This is a great motel.
After Easter camping washed out this was my bolt hole. I needed dry and wifi for a couple of days of work.
The management are friendly, efficient and considerate.
The room was fab- fresh, clean and spacious. With big comfy bed, FULL and well equipped kitchen (speedy convection hob and oven), the bathroom is new with a powerful hot shower. The little detail of a provincial style table [rather than ugly built in desk unit] is cute.
Double extra points for clear signed in room recycling, no single use bathroom products and they don’t take the towels when you don’t need them too!
There’s a small pool, but it was seasonally closed in mid April :(
The negatives… there’s no cafetière and the shower door leaks!
Would recommend and would happily return.
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Date of stay: April 2022Trip type: Travelled solo
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Dell wrote a review Nov 2020
Tauranga, New Zealand
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Travelled for seven hours with my two young children and stayed here for the night before we carried on north to BOI. The king studio is on the ground level and it was very clean and comfortable after a long time on the road. Kids and I had a lovely rest and refreshed before heading out to visit family for dinner. It was a bit too cold and wet for a swim, however we had a lovely nights’ sleep and beautiful hot showers in the morning. We also stayed here in Dec 2018 in the two bedroom unit upstairs which we loved, and have booked an overnight stay again for the four of us this Christmas. The convenience of the washing machine and dryer is fantastic too. The staff are friendly and very helpful, and checking in and out is seamless. If you’re looking for a spotless, comfortable and reasonably priced place to stay in Whangarei, then I highly recommend booking here.
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Date of stay: September 2020Trip type: Travelled with family
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feliciousness wrote a review Oct 2020
Auckland, New Zealand
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Family of 3 (1 13 yr old) stayed here two nights, after having this place recommended to me by two different people. It was great to pull up and meet the wonderful Monica, who was very friendly and helpful.

Our room - a one bedroom with beds for up to 5 people - was really clean, and the beds were all comfortable. We found it pretty quiet too. The location was handy to everything, but the best bit is that it is walking distance to the best Thai food you will ever have in your life - Suk Jai! Wifi was effective for our needs.

Our crazy child used the pool, even though it was cold (we were there right before the weather turned warmer), and we all enjoyed the spa pool, especially after downhill riding the monster scooters at Heads Up.

We would happily stay here again!
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Date of stay: September 2020
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
5.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
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94raph81 wrote a review Feb 2024
3.0 of 5 bubbles
It's still a Motel. But still
Pool not really clean, jacuzzi water is cloudy also dirty. In the room if it is for two there will be no extra cutlery. The pan is not compatible with the plate. Cleaning is done on the ground but up there is halowine (cobwebs).
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Date of stay: February 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Starling wrote a review Apr 2021
Kaitaia, New Zealand
5.0 of 5 bubbles
When we go to Whangarei for a getaway or business, we choose to stay at the Continental Motel as it is excellent value, super clean, modern and tidy, has a pool and a spa, super close to the main shopping area as well as restaurants, supermarkets, bars ... and the owners remember us and are very friendly and welcoming. All of these things make for a great place to return to after a long day and we appreciate having this motel as a consistently great place to stay.
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Date of stay: March 2021Trip type: Travelled with family
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Odyssey34613146781 wrote a review Dec 2024
1.0 of 5 bubbles
This was full of number 14 guest for weed knocking all night weed smells and soon as walked out this morning number 8, discusted aircon didn't go well no sleep very hot in room, rock hard bed. We were number 16. We won't be bk or recommend this to anyone
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Date of stay: November 2024Trip type: Travelled with family
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NcAtTrip wrote a review Feb 2020
Portland, Oregon
4.0 of 5 bubbles
My family (with 12 & 10 year olds) stayed in one room for 2 nights. It wasn't cramped, it was comfy and the caretakers were lovely. Pricing, while high, seemed right for the season and how full the hotels were. The road noise was a bit more than we would have liked, but it was quiet overnight.
The pool wasn't heated when we were there, but the kids had fun and the jacuzzi was a plus.
Good food & grovery stores in walking distance (2-3 blocks).
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Date of stay: February 2020
4.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
4.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
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BSABCtravel wrote a review Mar 2021
Invercargill, New Zealand
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nice quite friendly motel. Probably not one you would look at if you were choosing from many, which only goes to show what you don't know.
Anton was exactly the person you wanted to meet at reception after a long day on the road. So after a swim in the pool, it was of the dine out. What a great location this is, near the famous 'Jimmy Jack's Rib & Craft Bar'
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Date of stay: March 2021Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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beth756 wrote a review May 2022
Paeroa, New Zealand
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Myself and 2 children ( 18&9) stayed here for a night . The man at reception was very friendly and helpful . We had a stand alone unit near the pool . Upon arrival they had out the heat pump on for us to take the chill off which was a lovely thought . It was extremely tidy and clean . The bed was amazing and we all had an sound sleep.
Close to everything with Countdown and New World a mere 500m away. Would definitely stay here again .
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Date of stay: May 2022Trip type: Travelled with family
Room Tip: Parking is not allocated to each room , it is random but we checked in early enough so had the...
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Graeme B wrote a review Nov 2022
Napier, New Zealand
5.0 of 5 bubbles
I booked an accessible room, as my wife can't climb stairs. The room was clean and spacious and staff were friendly. It was only a short drive to a shopping area and a New World and Countdown. Would happily stay again
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Date of stay: November 2022
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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mamioni asked a question May 2017
Whakatāne, New Zealand8 contributions1 helpful vote
Can our small maltrese dog stay?
Answer from timoti_h2002
Whangarei, New Zealand14 contributions3 helpful votes
Sorry but we don't allow animals to stay.
beth756 wrote a tip May 2022
Paeroa, New Zealand144 contributions19 helpful votes
4.0 of 5 bubbles
"Parking is not allocated to each room , it is random but we checked in early enough so had the park right outside our room."
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Mark Hammond wrote a tip Mar 2019
3 contributions2 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"Excellent, clean, good value"
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mlb209 wrote a tip Jan 2019
Auckland Central, New Zealand39 contributions30 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"The room next to the pool is nice."
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blobbys102 wrote a tip Nov 2018
Lower Hutt, New Zealand25 contributions3 helpful votes
4.0 of 5 bubbles
"Single storey units"
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Pam W wrote a tip Jul 2018
Australia21 contributions8 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"Rooms back off the street are probably quitter but none would be noisy"
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PRICE RANGE
$170 - $187 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
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NUMBER OF ROOMS
18
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Frequently Asked Questions about Continental Motel
Which popular attractions are close to Continental Motel?
Nearby attractions include Whangārei Quarry Gardens (1.2 km), The Papermill (0.1 km), and Hangar Art and Framing (0.6 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Continental Motel?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free parking, and a hot tub.
Which room amenities are available at Continental Motel?
Top room amenities include a kitchenette, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
What food & drink options are available at Continental Motel?
Guests can enjoy breakfast, barbeque facilities, and complimentary tea during their stay.
Is parking available at Continental Motel?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Continental Motel?
Conveniently located restaurants include Suk Jai Thai Restaurant, Khane Bahar Indian Restaurant and Bar, and Cafe Narnia.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Continental Motel?
Yes, guests have access to a heated pool during their stay.
Is Continental Motel accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access, reduced mobility rooms, and facilities for disabled guests. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.
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