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Podium Lodge

4.0 star property
Eco-certified motel with full-service spa and outdoor pool
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Aerial view
Shared Dormitory | Shared kitchen
Dining
Studio

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Spa
  • Pet-friendly
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
The price is AU$210
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec

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 | Game room

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

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Triple Room

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

Map
20 Peake Road, Cambridge, 3283

What's nearby

  • Grassroots Trust Velodrome - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • St. Peter's School - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Cambridge Farmers' Market - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Cambridge Raceway - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Cambridge Museum - 4 min drive - 3.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Five Stags - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Red Cherry Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪St Kilda Café & Bistro - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Smoke Collective Barbecue - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Good Union - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Podium Lodge

Upscale eco-certified motel near Grassroots Trust Velodrome
Located close to Cambridge Raceway and Cambridge Farmers' Market, Podium Lodge provides a garden, a playground and laundry facilities. Indulge in some rest and relaxation at Hot Water Spa, the on-site spa. In addition to a hot tub, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • A banquet hall, smoke-free property and luggage storage
  • An off-lead area, a bike repair station and a TV in reception
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
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.
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

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Pool gate
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a regional park
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Full-service spa

  • Spa open daily

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
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Premium channels

Food and drink

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

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability

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
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and older

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of NZD 15 per pet, per night
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
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 45.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 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

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
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Podium Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Podium Lodge?

As of 27 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Podium Lodge on 2 Dec 2024 start from AU$209.82, including 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 Podium Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of NZD 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Podium Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Podium Lodge?

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 Podium Lodge?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Podium Lodge located?

Located in the heart of Cambridge, this spa motel is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Grassroots Trust Velodrome, and within 3 mi (5 km) of Cambridge Raceway and Cambridge Farmers' Market. Cambridge Museum and Lake Karapiro are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Podium Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 156 out of 197 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 197 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 197 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 197 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 197 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

Margaret

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was only there one night - but it had a great vibe. The town is amazing. Cute and lots of good food.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable, quiet. Easy parking flat and no stairs to climb.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely and peaceful location.. well appointed.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bevin

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Kaye

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love that each hub is named after the host cities of Olympics. This property served our requirements. We were training at Lake Karapiro and had our miniature schnauzer with us. We could stay here with her, we had access to great laundry to wash and dry our training gear. It does not have cooking facilities - only a microwave. But for a very short stay it suited our needs.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kaye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great facility for our needs. We had a training camp based at Karapiro. We had to bring our dog and Podium presented as a clean modern accommodation to support our requirements to bring our wee dog. We are returning there in 2 weeks for our last training camp.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

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

Daniel

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

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable bed. Aircon excellent. Liked that this unit had a table and chairs. And also that access to deep freezer was available.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frosey

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent facilities, clean, modern and good location few minutes drive into Cambridge township. Highly recommend staying here, beds are super comfy and unit had everything. Fabulous cafe across the road in the garden centre.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The podium Lodge was a nice surprise, We had a lovely welcome a reception and very clear instructions on how to fine our accommodation for the night. The unit was bright and inviting. And had all that was needed. We will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Don

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Comfortable Beds
Check-In Time
2:00 PM
Check-Out Time
10:00 AM
Address
20 Peake Road, Cambridge