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Blue Marlin Apartments

3.5 star property
Beach fun, near Lost Spring Thermal Pools

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No. 4 - One Bedroom Ground Floor Apartment | Terrace/patio
3 - Supreme Beachfront Studio Apartment | Private kitchen

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$210
includes taxes & fees
27 Mar - 28 Mar

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Map
4 Buffalo Beach Road, Whitianga, 3510
  • Buffalo Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Lost Spring Thermal Pools
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Cooks Beach
    ‪53 min drive‬
  • Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome)
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for No. 10 - Compact Two Bedroom Ground Floor Apartment

No. 10 - Compact Two Bedroom Ground Floor Apartment | Living area

No. 10 - Compact Two Bedroom Ground Floor Apartment

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for 1 - Supreme Studio Apartment

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1 - Supreme Studio Apartment

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
  • 38 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for No. 11 - One Bedroom Ground Floor Apartment

No. 11 - One Bedroom Ground Floor Apartment | Living room

No. 11 - One Bedroom Ground Floor Apartment

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for No. 9 - Two Bedroom Ground Floor Apartment

No. 9 - Two Bedroom Ground Floor Apartment | Living room

No. 9 - Two Bedroom Ground Floor Apartment

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Single Beds

View all photos for 2 - Supreme Beachfront Studio Apartment

2 - Supreme Beachfront Studio Apartment | Living area

2 - Supreme Beachfront Studio Apartment

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
  • 38 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for 3 - Supreme Beachfront Studio Apartment

3 - Supreme Beachfront Studio Apartment | View from room

3 - Supreme Beachfront Studio Apartment

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
  • 38 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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No. 12 - Upstairs Studio

No. 12 - Upstairs Studio

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
  • 24 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for No. 13 - One Bedroom Upstairs Apartment

No. 13 - One Bedroom Upstairs Apartment | Living room

No. 13 - One Bedroom Upstairs Apartment

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
  • 48 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for No. 4 - One Bedroom Ground Floor Apartment

No. 4 - One Bedroom Ground Floor Apartment | Living area

No. 4 - One Bedroom Ground Floor Apartment

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for No. 5 - One Bedroom Ground Floor Apartment

No. 5 - One Bedroom Ground Floor Apartment | Living area

No. 5 - One Bedroom Ground Floor Apartment

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Basic Studio, 1 King Bed

Basic Studio, 1 King Bed | Terrace/patio

Basic Studio, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for No. 7 - Two Bedroom Upstairs Apartment

No. 7 - Two Bedroom Upstairs Apartment | View from room

No. 7 - Two Bedroom Upstairs Apartment

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
  • 85 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

About the area

Whitianga

Blue Marlin Apartments places you in the centre of Whitianga, within just a 5-minute stroll of Buffalo Beach and within 15 minutes of Lost Spring Thermal Pools. Highlights at this beach hotel include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Plus you'll find laundry facilities and barbecues. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this 3.5-property class Whitianga hotel, you'll be 3.2 km (2 mi) from Mercury Bay and 4.7 km (2.9 mi) from Cooks Beach.

What's nearby

  • Buffalo Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Lost Spring Thermal Pools - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Mercury Bay - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Cathedral Cove - 40 min drive - 37.9 km
  • Cooks Beach - 53 min drive - 38.1 km

Getting around

  • Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome) - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The French Fig - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Buffalo Beach Takeaway - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Espy Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Church Accommodation - ‬26 min drive

About this property

Blue Marlin Apartments

Beach fun, near Lost Spring Thermal Pools
Blue Marlin Apartments offers its guests a terrace, barbecue grills, and a garden. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free. A complete renovation of Blue Marlin Apartments was completed in June 2016.

This 3.5-star Whitianga hotel is smoke free.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
Blue Marlin Apartments offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

This Whitianga hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • On the bay
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 5:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternative location: [4 Buffalo Beach Road Whitianga]
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 per cent

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, debit 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and outdoor lighting
This property is professionally cleaned
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit 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 and outdoor lighting in all accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned.

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.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

Blue Marlin Apartments Apartment Whitianga
Blue Marlin Apartments Apartment
Blue Marlin Apartments Whitianga
Blue Marlin Apartments Apartment Natal
Blue Marlin Apartments Natal
Blue Marlin Apartments Natal Brazil
Blue Marlin Apartments Hotel
Blue Marlin Apartments Whitianga
Blue Marlin Apartments Hotel Whitianga

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Blue Marlin Apartments?

Blue Marlin Apartments offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Blue Marlin Apartments?

As of 25 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Blue Marlin Apartments on 27 Mar 2025 start from NZ$210.00, 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 Blue Marlin Apartments?

Yep, Blue Marlin Apartments has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Blue Marlin Apartments?

Yep, Blue Marlin Apartments is a short 2-minute walk from Buffalo Beach.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Blue Marlin Apartments?

No, Blue Marlin Apartments does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Blue Marlin Apartments?

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

Are pets allowed at Blue Marlin Apartments?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Blue Marlin Apartments Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 167 out of 279 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 78 out of 279 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 279 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 279 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 279 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Gabrielle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The studio room was tiny and not worth the $205 per night (Oct). It lacked some utensils in the kitchen, no plug for the sink, had only two plastic command hooks to hang clothes, was very dated and basic. It looked better in the online pictures than actual. Very disappointed, wouldn't stay there again as not value for money.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Vivienne the owner is a lovely lady and very helpful with places to go and see.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paravyoma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Just lovely and across the street from the beach. Short walk to the restaurants. Nice and clean, loved falling asleep to the sound of the waves.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janyce

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location convenient to all services. The viewfrom our sweet was wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Craig, Bismarck

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Great place to stay, close to beach and town. Unit 11 had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pleasant, comfortable stay, across from beach
We had a very pleasant 2 night stay here. We booked a studio unit at the roadside (with beach on the other side). The views were wonderful and the studio very spacious. The small kitchen allows for some cooking and there is a free washing machine and powder available. Walk into the main part of town is about 5 mins. The unit also came with a baby Weber BBQ.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Apartment and bathroom were both immaculately clean and tidy, Bed was super comfortable. Check in was quick and efficient. Peaceful and quiet place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

RUTH

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Reasonably priced, great location, Downside is no view of the Mercury Bay from the room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Wendy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We enjoyed our stay...very helpful onsite...beautiful area..room was dated but was clean and adequately stocked.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We found the property very basic with certain items expected not provided e.g. tissues, ironing board and iron. The bathroom area was very cramped without even a not even a reasonably sized hand basin. The location was very good and the lady running the establishment was very helpful. From our experience with other accomodation we felt this was overpriced.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

mary

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
overall is ok. The wifi is abysmal. Sometimes you cannot get it at all
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Belinda

Travelled with group
Very friendly service. Property was in an excellent location. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect well locatedweekend get away.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mallard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pradeep

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic as usual
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Andy

Great spot within walking distance to the town. We used it for fishing due to its proximity to the wharf and it was perfect.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Tony

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mayah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had such a great stay and the staff was very accomodating and provided excellent recommendations. With the beach across the road, you couldn’t ask for much more. Thanks guys
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome location
Awesome location across from the beach Host friendly
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

steve

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
it is a great location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming apartment. Fairly basic but inexpensive.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice location!
The location is great! Easy to walk to the beach, restaurants, convenience stores etc. The unit was comfortable and the kitchenette had what we needed. We were in a lower unit and could hear the person above us, not voices, but footsteps, pulling a chair out, that sort of thing. It wasn’t a problem, but it was noticeable. If you are sensitive to that kind of thing, book an upstairs unit. We were happy with our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Rovine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Although the decor is a little tired, it’s a great, convenient location. The booking we had was for our family of 5, the unit was a great size, comfortable for all of us, clean and tidy. Recommend to families. Affordable and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024