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

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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

Cambridge

Podium Lodge puts you in the centre of Cambridge, 0.9 km (0.5 mi) from Grassroots Trust Velodrome and 3 km (1.9 mi) from Cambridge Raceway. Highlights at this eco-friendly motel include a full-service spa, an outdoor swimming pool and in-room kitchens. .Enjoy the Hot tub and pool loungers as well as access to a playground. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, spa services and laundry facilities. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, including food and water bowls and an off-lead area. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this 4-property class Cambridge motel, you'll be 3.2 km (2 mi) from Cambridge Farmers' Market and 3.8 km (2.4 mi) from Cambridge Museum.
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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

Eco-certified motel with full-service spa and outdoor pool
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.

  • 31 guestrooms or units
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • 1 conference room
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.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the motel's full-service spa, Hot Water Spa. The spa is open daily.

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: 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

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

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit or credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination. The COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and over.

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Podium Lodge?

Podium Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Podium Lodge?

As of 21 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Podium Lodge on 26 Nov 2024 start from NZ$232.75, 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 parking available at Podium Lodge?

Yep, Podium Lodge has a free self car park.

Is there a spa on site at Podium Lodge?

Yep, Hot Water Spa is available for guests.

Does Podium Lodge have a pool?

Podium Lodge has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

What makes Podium Lodge a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Podium Lodge.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Podium Lodge?

No, Podium Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Podium Lodge?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Podium Lodge?

Furry friends are welcome at Podium Lodge, with dog exercise areas and food and water bowls on offer.

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Carolina

Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a fantastic stay at the Lodge, specially with our little dog.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Awhi

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Was very busy place.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely new clean, bright motel. Reasonable price.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Hilda

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to Lake Karapiro
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda Marcella

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024