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Located in a rural setting, Podium Lodge offers accommodation 2 minutes' drive from Cambridge. Free WiFi is featured throughout the property. Each well appointed room has a flat-screen TV. Certain units include a seating area where you can relax. You will find a kettle in the room. Rooms have a private bathroom. There is luggage storage space at the property. The property is located 30 minutes' drive from the Hobbiton movie set, while the Waitomo Caves are a 1-hour drive away. Hamilton International Airport is 10 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Free private parking available on-site


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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
or
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1
2 single beds
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
14 single beds
3 single beds
or
1 single bed
and
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
9.1
Location
9.1
Free WiFi
8.8

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Shani
    New Zealand New Zealand
    That we could bring our fur baby! Also liked the storage cupboards outside the rooms.
  • Mark
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Great that it is pet friendly with plenty of surrounding grassed area for the dogs to exercise. Comfortable bed and good AC, good pool and great sized spa.
  • Fran
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Nice 2-bedroom unit, part of a cluster of 5 units. Good sized swimming pool and spa pool on the property. Very comfortable beds. Spotlessly clean. Basketball net and football goals at the back of the property were great for the kids. 2 mins to...
  • Tim
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Loved this lodge. Pool and spa were a hit with the whole family.
  • Christel
    New Zealand New Zealand
    We had a great relaxing family break at Podium Lodge. The lodge has stunning, modern facilities with a super practical layout. Our 2-bedroom accommodation was perfect for our family of 2 adults, 2 kids and 2 dogs, with tons of storage and all the...
  • Sarah
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Very clean and new, the most comfortable beds, excellent air con. Across the road is a garden centre with a fab cafe for morning coffee and treats. They are also dog friendly.
  • Quentin
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Loved the bed, amenities were great! Pool was superb and service was beyond expectations - managment were epic!
  • Wayne
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Very friendly staff, nice location and very close to the town centre, the rooms are clean, there is a swimming pool available if needed.
  • Joanne
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Bike cupboard, milk on arrival, allowed into room a bit before arrival time, right next to bike track, good aircon.
  • Rachael
    New Zealand New Zealand
    We had two units booked and both were clean and modern. The beds and pillows were comfortable, units very clean, and the staff friendly. Benjamin went out of his way to track down necklaces that had been left behind and contacted us when found. We...

Property surroundings

Facilities of Podium Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)

View

  • Inner courtyard view
  • Garden view
  • View

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing

Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

Activities

  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)

Living Area

  • Seating Area

Media & Technology

  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Accessible parking

Reception services

  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage

Cleaning services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Business facilities

  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access

General

  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Pet bowls
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Executive lounge access
  • Heating
  • Soundproofing
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron

Accessibility

  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Higher level toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Entire unit located on ground floor

Outdoor swimming pool
Free!

  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Salt-water pool
  • Shallow end
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Fence around pool

Wellness

  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi

Languages spoken

  • English

House rules
Podium Lodge takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 14:00 to 21:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Accepted payment methods
VisaMastercardMaestroEftposCash
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Podium Lodge in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

FAQs about Podium Lodge

  • Podium Lodge is 1.7 miles from the centre of Cambridge. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Podium Lodge is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Podium Lodge offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Cycling
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Bicycle rental
    • Bike tours
    • Swimming Pool

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • The prices at Podium Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Room options at Podium Lodge include:

    • Studio
    • Apartment
    • Dormitory Room
    • Triple

  • Yes, there is a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Podium Lodge on this page.