85 Kamo Road, Kensington, 0112 Whangarei, New Zealand
#3 of 24 hotels in Whangarei
Guests' ChoiceBased on 779 hotel reviews
8.8Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.2
Location
9.4
Facilities
9.0
Staff
9.7
Value for money
9.1
Free WiFi
9.0
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 2 January 2024
Muhammad
Malaysiaeverything you need it there especially on kitchen part
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 29 December 2023
Tuimoala
New ZealandEverything
I didn't including the breakfast but the place is clean and tidy the customer service is 100%
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 24 December 2023
Mzleef
New ZealandLovely staff, clean room, comfortable beds, the room had everything we needed! Kitchen had all utensils. Perfect!
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 20 December 2023
Jan
New Zealandnot having other guests cars parked right at our door
clean, well serviced, proximity to our local family was excellent
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 18 December 2023
Dan
New ZealandWe didn't stay long, but the place really felt like the owners / management cared. It was neat and tidy, modern and comfortable, we couldn't ask for more than that.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 14 December 2023
Mereana
New ZealandWe were in Unit 8 Major concern that there weren’t any fire / smoke alarms anywhere in our unit . For this reason alone I would not stay again. Several window security brackets in unit were very loose and need checking 2 windows in lounge did not have security brackets .
Location to food outlets & price Spotlessly clean Fantastic beds &pillows Air conditioning a huge plus
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 13 December 2023
Leon
New ZealandJust the traffic ☹️
Our Room was Excellent it had heaps of space and handy with shops close by , awesome stay👍👍👍
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 10 December 2023
Joanna
New ZealandNo sink for washing dishes. A small drawback/ not a biggie.
Clean comfortable motel room. Very comfy bed. Nicely located with takeaways and restaurants within 50-100 metres from motel. Reception staff were very welcoming and helpful!
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 10 December 2023
Kelly-may
New ZealandNothing
Everything about our stay at the Kensington Motel was excellent!!!!! I will be staying again
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 7 December 2023
John
AustraliaThe usual bathroom issues: no exhaust fan, no hooks to hang clothes. It was pricey but good.
Recently renovated and sparkling clean. Our One Bedroom Unit had a full kitchen and fairly comfortable beds. Split system a/c was very appreciated as it was warm and wet during our stay. The local area is full of food options and the wifi was strong. The staff were just beautiful to interact with.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 7 December 2023
Olschus
SlovakiaWe were very satisfied with all the service and how clean and tidy the room was. The parking slot was in front of the room.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 3 December 2023
Karen
New ZealandNice staff and beautifully clean and maintained accommodation.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 30 November 2023
Frances
New ZealandNothing
Location, staff, clean, comfortable
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 18 November 2023
Margaret
United KingdomAll essentials were provided but (just a small thing) considering the number of occupants using this apartment a large saucepan would be useful
Comfortable apartment and beds. Good TV. Good WiFi connection. Good supermarket nearby for shopping.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 16 November 2023
Phoebe
New ZealandNothing wrong here
The location and staff
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 16 November 2023
Sandra
New ZealandNo sink in the kitchenette. Not happy to do dishes in bathroom.
Loved the quietness and comfort. The Kensington Tavern being across the road also handy.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 10 November 2023
Gordon
CanadaThere was nothing not to like.
It was clean and was modernized.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 9 November 2023
Jac
New ZealandHad a problem with the toaster but it was swapped immediately - great service
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 9 November 2023
Gary
New ZealandThe pressure of the shower was poor.
The room was perfectly adequate.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 3 November 2023
John
AustraliaShower was small.
Great staff who went out of their way to help us.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 3 November 2023
Angee
New ZealandBeautiful renovations, clean and excellent service
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 2 November 2023
Ashley
New ZealandWas so nice and tidy and the extra room was a bonus when dealing with a "snoring"partner! Beds were so comfortable and having the kitchen was extremely helpful! Wonderful host at check-in as well!
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 1 November 2023
Wendy
New ZealandSoap And makeup flannel on high shelf in bathroom didnt find until morning we were leaving . would have been better placed by basin /ps I'm not short ! Perhaps a couple of colourful cushions on lounge suite would lift the black ,grey ,white decor and make the main area more welcoming
Motel unit ( 2 bedroom ) was vey clean and well presented . The bed was comfortable and the location ,next to a small shopping complex was good. Excellent Thai restaurant ( recommended by owner ) close by with other food outlets handy . Easy 10min drive to main Whangarei basin.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 28 October 2023
Jackie
New ZealandNothing
Lovely and quiet
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 27 October 2023
Gabriel
New ZealandNice and clean
Stayed in October 2023
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