Podium Lodge

4.0 star property

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Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Studio | Premium bedding, blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Shared Dormitory | Shared kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
20 Peake Road, Cambridge, 3283
  • Grassroots Trust Velodrome
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • St. Peter's School
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Cambridge Raceway
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

Shared Dormitory

  • 120 sq m
  • Sleeps 14
  • 14 Single Beds

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Large Single Beds OR 2 King Beds

Studio

  • 25.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Single Beds OR 1 King Bed

Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 3 Large Single Beds

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About this property

Podium Lodge

Eco-certified motel with full-service spa and outdoor pool
A full-service spa, an outdoor pool and Access to hot tub are available at this smoke-free motel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, spa services, a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area are on-site.
Podium Lodge offers 31 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to patios. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodation at this 4-star motel has kitchens with fridges, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

This Cambridge motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

An outdoor pool and Access to hot tub are on site.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the motel's full-service spa, Hot Water Spa. The spa is open daily.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Podium Lodge. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of Grassroots Trust Velodrome. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus a full-service spa. Some of the pet-friendly amenities that this property offers include food and water bowls and an off-lead area.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • Indulge in a treatment at the full-service spa
  • Amenities include a meeting room, laundry facilities and TV in a common area
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • 11 minutes by foot from Grassroots Trust Velodrome and a 3-minute drive from Cambridge Farmers' Market
  • Pets welcome for a fee
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls and an off-lead area
Podium Lodge offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and Access to hot tub. Public spaces have free WiFi. Spa services, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the eco-certified Podium Lodge. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Cambridge motel is smoke free.

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
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Spa tub
  • TV in common areas

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

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

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 25 January 2025 to 26 January 2025 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: NZD 15 per pet, per night
  • Food and water bowls and an off-lead area are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 45.0 per day.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: NZD 300.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM.
Guests arriving after 7:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette 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
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Podium Lodge Cambridge
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Podium Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 165 out of 208 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 208 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 208 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 208 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 208 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

Melissa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay. Room was spacious and comfortable. Bed was excellent. Nice location.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Arrived late and the manager left room open for us. Room was well equiped and very clean. Comfortable beds. Would stay agaony
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

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

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfortable stay at Podium. Room was spotless and had everything we required .
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 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

P

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pet friendly property. Neighboring unit had 2 dogs that would yap every time you walked past and would run at you when outside. No complaints in regards to our unit. Modern, clean and well appointed.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 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