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Aotea Lodge

3.0 star property
Travelers find a peaceful retreat at this eco-friendly lodge where they can relax by the pool or browse the library collection while surrounded by nature

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Aotea Lodge, nestled in Papakowhai's natural beauty, offers a swimming pool, garden, and library. Guests enjoy practical amenities like in-room WiFi and a business center, staying connected while appreciating this eco-friendly motel.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NT$2,822
NT$3,245 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 10 - Mar 11

Room options

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Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
Toaster
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Studio, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Microwave
Toaster
Coffee/tea maker
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Microwave
Toaster
Coffee/tea maker
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Room, 1 Bedroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Microwave
Toaster
Coffee/tea maker
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Jetted bathtub
Microwave
Toaster
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room, 1 Bedroom | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Heating
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Microwave
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Microwave
Toaster
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
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About the neighborhood

Papakowhai, a neighborhood in Porirua, is home to Aotea Lodge. Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture and The Cricket Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Parliamentary Library and Old St Paul's. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Sky Stadium or TSB Bank Arena. Visit our Porirua travel guide
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65 Whitford Brown Ave, Porirua, Porirua, 5240

What's nearby

  • Waterfront of port in Wellington, New Zealand
    Interislander Ferry Terminal
    14 min drive - 20.2 km
  • Cuba Street Mall featuring signage
    Cuba Street Mall
    18 min drive - 23.8 km
  • Te Papa
    Te Papa
    18 min drive - 24.2 km
  • Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture
    2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Ascot Park Dog Exercise Area
    4 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Porirua Station
    3 min drive
  • Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG)
    29 min drive

Restaurants

  • Muffin Break
    3 min drive
  • Mahi Cafe
    2 min drive
  • Chicken Shack
    3 min drive
  • Sushil’s Musclechef Cafe
    2 min drive
  • Esquires
    3 min drive

About this property

Aotea Lodge

Motel located in Papakowhai
A terrace, a garden, and a library are just a few of the amenities provided at Aotea Lodge. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a business center.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • A front-desk safe, smoke-free premises, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage, concierge services, and meeting rooms
  • Newspapers in the lobby
Room features
All guestrooms at Aotea Lodge include amenities such as free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries
  • 40-inch Smart TVs with digital channels
  • Mini fridges, microwaves, and toasters

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Toaster

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (2 PM - 6:00 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from November 4 2025 to March 31 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Exterior
Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

Aotea Lodge Porirua
Aotea Porirua
Aotea Lodge Motel
Aotea Lodge Porirua
Aotea Lodge Motel Porirua

Frequently asked questions

Is Aotea Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Aotea Lodge?

As of 2026/3/9, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aotea Lodge on 2026/3/10 start from NT$2,822, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Aotea Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Aotea Lodge?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Aotea Lodge located?

Located in Papakowhai, this motel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture, Ascot Park Dog Exercise Area, and South Beach. Plimmerton Beach is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Aotea Lodge Reviews

7.6

Good

8.2

Cleanliness

7.8

Location

8.2

Staff & service

7.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 142 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 56 out of 142 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 142 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 142 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 142 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, excellent staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Kirsty

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay and a convenient location. The hosts are beautiful people and went out of their way to help when I had a few minor issues with the TV. Would definitely recommend if you’re looking for budget-friendly accommodation.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Janeia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was absolutely perfect and the staff were some of the sweetest people i’ve met! we had a really awesome stay there!! It was so clean and cozy, will definitely be staying here next time!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, very helpful and accommodating
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

pen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very clean room. Staff were so super friendly and very helpful. Will definitely be staying again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Jessie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were accommodating. Beds were comfortable and rooms were tidy. Nice stay for 2 adults and 2 kids.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Belle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and cozy 😊..clean and comfy bed. Highly recommend 👌..ty staff..Happy New Year ☺️
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emuei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Expectional customer service by the new owners. She was very polite,straight forward and very informative on what's going on with the renovations going on in the place with the beautiful rooms and further down the line conference rooms and a restaurant. Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were nice to deal with. Rooms are basic but it was what we wanted. Bed was very nice to sleep in and there was no noise from other units. Units are well off the road so no noise there either. Having units so far from the road makes parking so much safer for your car overnight. Would stay here again when in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Roger

Tha accommodation was very tidy and well presented inside but the overall property was a construction site.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beatrice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff went above and beyond. The lady with red hair and her granddaughter were professional, kind, courteous, informative and exemplary customer service. My mam and I were visiting from Australia and booked a room last minute when there were road closures due to flooding. We were delighted and had the best stay compared to the many hotels we had stayed at north and south. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Freddie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It's good value for the money you spend. The lady at the reception is very friendly and helpful. The room was almost brand new and well equipped kitchen facilities and great comfy beds. We would definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large room with new fittings and comfy beds. Owners and management lovely and sought to make our two night stay as comfortable as could be. Good parking, Next to Police College and couple minutes from Porirua - 15 mins to Wellington. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Danielle

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely friendly staff, but obvious they were in the middle of renovations. The staff did their best to. Ensure our room was as comfortable as possible. I can see the place will look amazing once all renovations are complete.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Lodge was 5 mins drive within all Supermarkets and Restaurants. Same timeframe to waterpront. Very convient for us. Very clean, new towels & toiletries daily. Reception Lady very cautious and helpful.We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Peter

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very old/outdated and need of some serious repairs and refurbishment. No table or lounge type chairs. Bathroom hand basin was very damaged. Bathroom fan could not be turned off so ran all day/night. Holes in walls and covered with sticky paper. Beds were comfortable and shower was good. I would not ever stay here again. Cost us $180.00 per night for three adults which would have been ok if the unit had been at an acceptable level condition.!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosalien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Just Amazing 👏

Fron the time we pulled up to book in we were greeted with smiles and the mist friendliest staff. Just amazing and she made it her point to know me by first name bassist love that. Although their is major constructions going on we still loved our stay 1st ones to sleep in those beds 😁 and were so comfortable. Everything was brand new ✨️ water was super hot, over all loved our 4 night stay cost was really good to and the brought in extra chairs for my guests i didn't even ask🫠. Just amazing i so will recommend family and friends to stay there. Thank you staff at Aotea Lodge Poriura absolutely loved our stay and all guys hospitality 5 stars 🌟 all the way😀.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean Room. Very good wifi!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness
Staff upon arrival were super polite and wonderful. Even though it is under renovation and a bit messy the Room was clean and spacious, bed was very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Friendly service and good condition
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Anastasia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean studio, bathroom. Did not need cooking facilities but microwave was handy. Room was very warm, had fan going
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Joan

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was very hot needs aircon 1 fan wasn't enough to cover both rooms. Outdoors on the steps nad walk way needs cleaning wasn’t a good sight .
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No cooking , power points we’re funny installed
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Igor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
No kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good, other than the weather it was very nice, thankyou
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025