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Podium Lodge

4.0 star property
Relax poolside under colorful umbrellas or unwind in nature at this eco-friendly haven.

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

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AED 406
AED 467 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar

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Shared Dormitory | Premium bedding, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
  • 120 sq m
  • Sleeps 14
  • 14 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Large Twin Beds OR 2 King Beds

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Studio | Game room

Studio

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 25.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Triple Room | Premium bedding, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Triple Room

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Large Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
20 Peake Road, Cambridge, 3283

What's nearby

  • Grassroots Trust Velodrome - 11 min walk
  • St. Peter's School - 14 min walk
  • Cambridge Farmers' Market - 3 min drive
  • Cambridge Raceway - 4 min drive
  • Cambridge Museum - 4 min drive

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 onsite spa. In addition to a hot tub, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Secured bicycle storage, 1 meeting room, and bicycle tour information
  • An off-leash area, tour/ticket assistance, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Podium Lodge have comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Other amenities include:
  • Heating and fans
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Patios, kitchens, and refrigerators

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

  • Bicycle tour information
  • Bike parking
  • Bike repair services
  • Bike storage
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Hot tub

Family friendly

  • Fence around the pool
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Pool gate
  • Refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Banquet hall

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool sun loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

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.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • In-room accessibility
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 5 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Smoke-free property
  • TV in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Premium channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Outdoor space

  • Patio

More

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
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 up

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets 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-leash area are available

Children and extra beds

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

Property 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 smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including 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

Does Podium Lodge have a pool?

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

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?

Check-out 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).

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Podium Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 168 out of 211 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 211 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 211 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 211 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 211 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

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay while visiting for Mystery Creek event. Close, clean, nice pool facilities and friendly staff. Will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

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

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay sooo much! It was so clean, comfortable and the staff is amazing. I felt welcomed and at home right away. My Favorit was definitely the pool/hot tub ✨ the kitchen was also clean and had everything u need.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Crissian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing service from beginning to end. 5 stars
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Podium was a perfect place for members of a sports team in Cambridge for an event - clean, comfortable and convenient. Reasonably priced, beautiful swimming pool
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

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

Helena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful lodge. Welcoming man on reception. Great pool! Great hub for families. Highly recommend and will definitely return.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

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

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

8/10 Good

Brenton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gerard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great stay thanks
Stayed 1 night in Mar 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

Carolina

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

10/10 Excellent

Angela and Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet, great facilities and friendly staff. Perfect overnight stop.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay lovely accom and value for money
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen

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

Tracy

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

8/10 Good

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stay was very cosy, Thanks.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leao

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was exactly what we wanted, very friendly service and will definitely go back.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very new facility and excellent all around.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely clean modern accomodation
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Neiking

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place, loved it. Felt like we were home as the room was very comforting, and warm. Would recommend staying here, lovely people working there too
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Jazmin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was perfect for our group. Lovely space and lots of room to feel comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location being close to cambridge but situated off main road for some quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

R

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stop off
Great place to stay, good location. Many options for size of group or family’s.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022