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Podium Lodge

4.0 star property
Upscale eco-certified motel, walk to Avantidrome

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Podium Lodge

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Shared Dormitory | Shared kitchen
Dining
Aerial view
Studio
Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living area

Overview of Podium Lodge

Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
The price is €128
Price available on 5/5/2024

Check out the area

Map
20 Peake Road, Cambridge, 3283
  • Popular LocationAvantidrome10 min walk
  • Popular LocationSt. Peter's School14 min walk
  • Popular LocationCambridge Raceway4 min drive
  • AirportHamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.)18 min drive
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Room options

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Shared Dormitory

Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
  • 120 sq m
  • Sleeps 14
  • 14 Single Beds

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Premium bedding, blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Large Single Beds OR 2 King Beds

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Studio

Studio

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 25.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Single Beds OR 1 King Bed

Triple Room

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 3 Large Single Beds

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About the area

Cambridge

Located in Cambridge, Podium Lodge is in the city center and near the airport. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Karapiro and Hamilton Gardens, while Monavale Blueberries and Hobbiton Movie Set are popular area attractions. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Avantidrome or Cambridge Raceway. Be sure not to miss outdoor adventures like cave exploring, hiking/biking trails, and mountain biking, or hop on a bike rental nearby and take a self-guided tour around Cambridge.
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What's nearby

  • Avantidrome - 10 min walk
  • St. Peter's School - 14 min walk
  • Cambridge Farmers' Market - 3 min drive
  • Cambridge i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 3 min drive
  • Cambridge Raceway - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 4 min drive
  • Five Stags - 7 min drive
  • Suburban Kitchen - 5 min drive
  • Mavis Lounge - 12 min drive
  • The Chilli House Cambridge - 5 min drive

About this property

Podium Lodge

Upscale eco-certified motel near Avantidrome
Located close to Cambridge Raceway and Cambridge Farmers' Market, Podium Lodge provides a garden, a playground, and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Tour/ticket information, bike tour information and barbecues
  • A TV in reception, smoke-free property and an off-lead area
Room features
All guest rooms at Podium Lodge boast comforts, such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. Guests reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Heating and fans
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Patios, kitchens and fridges

Awards and affiliations

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

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

  • Bicycle repair station
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycle tours
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a regional park
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 accessible parking spaces
  • In-room accessibility
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Premium channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Outdoor space

  • Patio

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Food and water bowls and an off-lead area are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: NZD 300.00 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: NZD 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 45.0 per day

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit 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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties

National rating

Qualmark® assigns an official star rating for accommodations in New Zealand. This Motel property is rated 4 stars.
Official New Zealand Rating provided by Qualmark®

Property is also known as

Podium Lodge Cambridge
Podium Cambridge
Podium Lodge Motel
Podium Lodge Cambridge
Podium Lodge Motel Cambridge

Frequently asked questions

How much is parking at Podium Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

Podium Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 143 out of 183 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 31 out of 183 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 183 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 183 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 183 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Darryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super, clean, modern, tidy, comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carmen

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was an outstanding place to stay at, one of few pet-friendly accommodations in the area too. It was peaceful, spacious and very clean and tidy. Thank you Podium Lodge.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good motel, slightly out of town but very quiet. Easy parking. No stairs to climb. Very comfy Bed, good linen. We will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great stay thanks
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miria

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed March 31 2024, 2 nights. Staff were excellent we had rooms separated and they graciously gave us 2 more rooms together. Beautiful facilities. Will definitely recommend this eco lodge
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

susan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a perfect location for our planned Riverside Ride, shuttle pickups etc. Second time we have stayed at the Podium. Super comfy beds, and perfect for groups.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay if you are in the Cambridge area.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carmen

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela and Ben

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet, great facilities and friendly staff. Perfect overnight stop.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Rosemary

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely fresh country air..
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024