Masonic Hotel - Waitara
-39.00097, 174.238217Overview
Standing about a 5-minute walk from Knox Church, the 3-star smoke-free Masonic Hotel Waitara offers a swimming pool. Located within a few blocks of River of Life Church, the comfortable hotel also provides a golf club for guests who enjoy sports.
Location
The hotel offers a convenient location a 15-minute drive from New Plymouth airport. Kinloch is 151 km from here, while Waitara Sth African War memorial is 200 metres away. Also, Waitara West Quay is situated nearly 5 minutes' walk away.
Princess/Richmond bus stop is 0.7 km from the Masonic.
Rooms
The non-smoking rooms feature a seating area complete with an air conditioner, as well as free wireless internet and a flat screen TV. For more comfort, bath sheets, along with a walk-in shower and a separate toilet, are provided. The rooms overlook the mountain.
Eat & Drink
The restaurant is open daily for breakfast. The lounge bar is ideal for a relaxing drink. Wayfinders Eatery serves a good range of contemporary food and lies a few moments from Masonic Hotel.
Leisure & Business
This accommodation includes a casino, a shared lounge, and various recreational opportunities. The hotel also offers badminton, pool, and darts.
Rooms and availability
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Max:3 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed2 Single beds
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Max:3 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed2 Single beds
Essential information about Masonic Hotel
| 💵 Lowest room price | 109 NZ$ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 100 m |
| 🗺️ Location rating | 8.2 |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 9.8 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | New Plymouth, NPL |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
- Hotels nearby
Reviews of Masonic Hotel
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missingWrote a review on 25 Aug
Clean room, helpful staff, delicious breakfast, great location, comfortable bed.
Nothing that I didn't like.
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missingWrote a review on 12 Jul
I had a fantastic stay at the recently updated hotel in Waitara. The room was tastefully decorated with modern decor and offered great value for money. The bed was comfortable and provided a restful night's sleep. The hotel was conveniently located in the heart of town and was surprisingly quiet. The breakfast spread was delicious and had a wide variety of options to choose from. I highly recommend this hotel for a comfortable and enjoyable stay.
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missingWrote a review on 25 May
The room was spacious and clean, and the bed was comfortable. It was also conveniently located near a bigger town with more amenities, which made it easy to explore the area. The staff was helpful and friendly, offering us breakfast options and providing us with all the necessary information to plan our trip.
There were a few negative aspects of our stay. The room was quite small for two people, and the lack of a lift made it difficult to carry our heavy bags up the stairs.
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missingWrote a review on 16 May
The hotel offers great value for money and has modern amenities. The location is perfect, near bars and restaurants. The staff is friendly and helpful, and the breakfast is delicious.
All was fine, nothing to improve.
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missingWrote a review on 26 Apr
We stayed in an area with lots of bars and restaurants that were walking distance from the hotel. The sports bar around the corner served reasonably priced meals and had a great atmosphere. The room we stayed in was clean and comfortable. We had good service from the friendly staff and enjoyed the complimentary breakfast.
The parking situation was not ideal as we had to park on the street.
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missingWrote a review on 04 Apr
The room was comfortable, warm, and clean. the water pressure was amazing in the shower. the location was great for exploring the nearby area.
Parking was not available as advertised, and the check-in process was slightly disorganized. there was some noise in the night, including loud music from a nearby source.
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missingWrote a review on 28 Feb
This hotel in Waitara is great value for money, with modern and refurbished rooms that offer a comfortable bed for a good night's sleep. The staff are friendly and accommodating, ensuring a pleasant stay. The location is convenient, situated at the edge of the town near all the bars. The breakfast spread is impressive, with a variety of options including fruit, yogurt, muesli, and toast.
Parking on the road is a minor inconvenience, but well lit up along the main street.
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missingWrote a review on 03 Jan
This hotel offers great value for money with affordable prices and attention to detail. Located at the edge of town near all the bars, it's a convenient location. The staff is friendly and provides excellent service. The rooms are comfortable and clean, with really comfortable beds. The breakfast options are satisfying.
No major issues spotted, everything was fine.
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missingWrote a review on 29 Dec
The rooms were well-presented and spotlessly clean. The staff was obliging, happy, and real happy to assist us with our needs. The hotel is located near all the bars, and we especially liked the sports bar that served a reasonably priced meal. The breakfast provided had a great selection and was beautifully set out in the room. The hotel facilities were great, and we would definitely stay here again.
Couldn't stay longer.
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