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Thornton Lodge Motel

4.0 star property
Countryside tranquility awaits at this peaceful retreat where guests unwind by the pool while children enjoy the playground

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Thornton Lodge Motel offers genuine relaxation in quiet rural surroundings with beautiful gardens. The outdoor pool is a sunny day gathering spot, and kids enjoy a dedicated playground. Visitors praise the attentive staff and the proximity to nearby attractions.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
The current price is NT$2,298
NT$2,643 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 29 - Jan 30

Room options

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Family Room | Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Large Twin Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

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Family - Unit 11 | Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family - Unit 11

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Garden view

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Studio - Units 4,6,7,9 | Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio - Units 4,6,7,9

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Basic Studio | Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Basic Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Studio | Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in Waipukurau, Thornton Lodge Motel is in the suburbs. Splash Planet is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Kirakau Beach and Porangahau Beach. Ocean Beach is another place to visit that comes recommended. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Waipukurau travel guide
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Map
2307 State Highway 2 (Takapau Road), Waipukurau, 4200

What's nearby

  • Picture tells it all, well except for the silky smooth sand. This photo was taken in the peak of summer holidays (3 Jan 2015). On the coast road between Waipukurau and Masterton. Beautiful sandy beach made for sand castles, fishing, walking, blow carts, etc including annual Easter races and the odd Polo game.
    Porangahau Beach
    50 min drive - 63.4 km
  • Ocean Beach featuring a bay or harbor, a sandy beach and island views
    Ocean Beach
    56 min drive - 87.8 km
  • Central Hawkes Bay College
    2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Splash Planet
    43 min drive - 69.2 km
  • Black Barn Vineyards
    44 min drive - 68.1 km

Getting around

  • Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay)
    52 min drive

Restaurants

  • Angkor Wat Bakery & Cafe
    13 min walk
  • Pizza Plaza Waipukurau
    11 min walk
  • Zinc Cafe
    12 min walk
  • Dax Restaurant & Bar
    17 min walk
  • Espresso loco
    11 min walk

About this property

Thornton Lodge Motel

Upscale motel in a rural location
You can look forward to a garden, a playground, and dry cleaning/laundry services at Thornton Lodge Motel. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), a vending machine, and barbecue grills
  • A reception hall and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at Thornton Lodge Motel include perks such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Patios, refrigerators, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: NZD 1 per person

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Built in 1974
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 1 per person
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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, debit cards, and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from October to May
Children under 15 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

Thornton Lodge Motel
Thornton Lodge Motel Waipukurau
Thornton Waipukurau
Thornton Lodge Motel Motel
Thornton Lodge Motel Waipukurau
Thornton Lodge Motel Motel Waipukurau

Frequently asked questions

Does Thornton Lodge Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Thornton Lodge Motel?

As of 2026/1/24, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thornton Lodge Motel on 2026/1/29 start from NT$2,298, 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.

Is Thornton Lodge Motel pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Thornton Lodge Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Thornton Lodge Motel?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Thornton Lodge Motel located?

Situated in the suburbs, this motel is 28.6 mi (46.1 km) from Kirakau Beach and 31.8 mi (51.2 km) from Porangahau Beach.

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Reviews

Thornton Lodge Motel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

7.8

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 79 out of 124 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 124 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 124 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 124 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 124 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We had a late check-in and the staff was very accomodating. The unit was large although a little dated. Good size for family since it had an extra bed. Nice little kitchen area.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
it was a very nice room, very quiet inspite of being just across a field from an airfield
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place, nice folks.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karmen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Towels were available for the kids when they had a swim in the awesome pool.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn-May

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Accommodation was clean, convenient for the purpose of our whānau. Hassle free check-in. Did not use pool facility.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Checking in was so easy due to the friendliness of the staff the complex feels like its way out of town , actually on barely 2 min to town centre , the room was very spacious ,bed was very comfortable and the bathroom was great , all in all I will reccommend this for future stays
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay thanks! Very clean and well set up! Awesome hosts
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were perfectly happy with location and service.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, clean, ccomfortable. What else do you need. Great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the first accommodation that we have ever enjoyed.Had an awesome stay peaceful quiet and we had the best sleep ever. Recommend to anyone.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was convenient and close to where I needed to go. It was comfortable .
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, Clean Surroundings
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely new unit. Very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

windy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love this place. for a small town property, this place is great. Penny is lovely, great us with a smile. We cane early and the room is ready. We booked the smallest room but we are definitely satisfied. It has everything we needed, clean, high ceiling, good size room and bathroom and it's very well maintained. Definitely will stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Herewini

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Suffice to say that the room was more than adequate for the needs of my wife and I. It was clean and tidy and room 10 was far enough that we didn't hear any noise from the road. Thanks for the opportunity to stay at your establishment.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

H

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

We really enjoyed it 😀 the pool was amazing,

We loved staying there, i enjoyed the pool and the lovely people who run rhe place. Thank you 😊 and also nga mihi to the lovely ladies who tidyed our room. Sorry about the towles, and i hope we left the room okay. Nga mihi and we would love to stay again. Amazing place, very quiet and not far from anything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Tania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the place and close to town
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Howard

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Yes
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Graeme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very well presented
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tash

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great room, very clean and the shower was awesome
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Wonderful facility and lovely welcome

8/10 Good

Janine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy location,Loved the shower
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good for one nite stay , tidy , clean , quiet

10/10 Excellent

Warwick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice quiet unit and just what we needed as a stop over while travellng the length of the north island. Would definately stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023