Goldfield Memorial
Goldfield Memorial, Jellicoe Crescent, Thames 3500, New Zealand- Memorial
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About this hotel
Convenient Location
Shortland Court Motel, just a stone's throw away from the historic Thames town centre, offers self-contained rooms with modern amenities like a kitchenette and a 32-inch flat-screen TV.
Rich Local History
Explore the nearby Olde Grahamstown Museum or take a short drive to experience the Thames Goldmine. Immerse yourself in the area's rich history and culture.
Comfort and Relaxation
Indulge in rooms equipped with satellite TV, a refrigerator, and a microwave. For added luxury, select rooms even boast a soothing spa bath for the ultimate relaxation experience.
Ready to experience comfort and convenience in Thames? Book your stay at Shortland Court Motel now!
Nearby Attractions
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Horseshoe Spheres
Horseshoe Spheres, Hauraki Rail Trail, Totara Heights, Thames 3500, New Zealand- Sculpture
Birds Lookout
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The Jandal
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Thames school war memorial
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Thames War Memorial Reserve
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Interwoven
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Colour Harmonics
Colour Harmonics, Thames Coastal Walkway, Moanataiari, Thames 3500, New Zealand- Public Art
Goldmine Experience
Goldmine Experience, Queen Street, Moanataiari, Thames 3500, New Zealand- Attraction
- Sight
Tōtara
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Important Information
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.
Stay Details
Check-in from
02:00 PM
Check-out by
10:00 AM
Parking
FREE
Children
Allowed
Pets
Not allowed
Amenities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Laundry
Express check-in/check-out
Facilities for disabled guests
Non-smoking throughout
Private parking
Daily housekeeping
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Invoice provided
Smoke alarms
Key access
Key card access
Room Types
Family Two-Bedroom Suite
Up to 5 guests45 sqm3 Twin bed (90-130 cm wide), Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
This 2-bedroom family suite features a fully equipped kitchen, cable TV with a DVD player, and separate seating area with a sofa.
Sleeps
Up to 5 guests
5 adults · 4 children
Beds
3 Twin bed (90-130 cm wide), Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Room details
45 sqm
In-room amenities
ShowerTVAir conditioningHair dryerMini-fridgeRefrigeratorSeating AreaToiletMicrowavePrivate bathroomHeatingSatellite channelsKitchenAlarm clockElectric kettleOven
Standard Triple Room
Up to 3 guests36 sqmTwin bed (90-130 cm wide), Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide)
In the well-fitted kitchen, guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. The spacious triple room provides air conditioning, a seating area, as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower and a bath. The unit offers 2 beds.
Sleeps
Up to 3 guests
3 adults · 2 children
Beds
Twin bed (90-130 cm wide), Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide)
Room details
36 sqm
In-room amenities
ShowerTVAir conditioningHair dryerKitchenetteMini-fridgeRefrigeratorSeating AreaToiletMicrowavePrivate bathroomHeatingSatellite channelsKitchenAlarm clockElectric kettle
Studio
Up to 2 guests32 sqmExtra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide)
This spacious studio features flat-screen satellite TV, a DVD player and kitchenette with microwave and refrigerator.
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide)
Room details
32 sqm
In-room amenities
ShowerTVAir conditioningHair dryerKitchenetteMini-fridgeRefrigeratorSeating AreaToiletMicrowavePrivate bathroomHeatingSatellite channelsKitchenAlarm clockElectric kettle
Studio - Disability Access
Up to 2 guests24 sqmQueen bed (151-180 cm wide)
This spacious studio features flat-screen satellite TV, DVD player and a kitchenette with microwave and refrigerator. The wheelchair-accessible bathroom has a shower chair.
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Room details
24 sqm
In-room amenities
ShowerTVAir conditioningHair dryerKitchenetteMini-fridgeRefrigeratorDeskSeating AreaToiletMicrowavePrivate bathroomHeatingSatellite channelsKitchenTile/marble floor
One-Bedroom Apartment
Up to 3 guests36 sqmTwin bed (90-130 cm wide), Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide)
This apartment features a spacious seating area. It has 1 king-size bed in the bedroom and 2 single beds in the lounge area.
Please note that the rate is based on 2 guests. Maximum occupancy is 4 guests (see Hotel Policies).
Sleeps
Up to 3 guests
3 adults · 2 children
Beds
Twin bed (90-130 cm wide), Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide)
Room details
36 sqm
In-room amenities
ShowerTVAir conditioningHair dryerKitchenetteMini-fridgeRefrigeratorSeating AreaToiletMicrowavePrivate bathroomHeatingSatellite channelsKitchenAlarm clockElectric kettle
Executive Studio
Up to 2 guests24 sqmExtra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide)
This studio features a spa bath, work desk and private patio.
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide)
Room details
24 sqm
In-room amenities
ShowerTVAir conditioningHair dryerKitchenetteMini-fridgeRefrigeratorDeskSeating AreaToiletMicrowavePrivate bathroomHeatingSatellite channelsKitchenTile/marble floor
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Guest reviews(717 total)
Provider-sourced guest reviews.
10/10
Reviewed Sep 10, 2026It was beautiful, loved the front desk service too
Nothing
10/10
Reviewed Aug 21, 2026So close to everything.
9/10
Reviewed Aug 16, 2026Close to town, quiet.
7/10
Reviewed Aug 16, 2026Clean, very helpful host, as everything you need. Convenient location.
Trade off is road noise as conveniently on main road
8/10
Reviewed Aug 11, 2026Nice location clean and friendly staff
A we bite of road noise been near main road
8/10
Reviewed Aug 10, 2026The location has the drawback of heavy traffic noise from nearby highway.
10/10
Reviewed Aug 5, 2026The owner was fantastic!
8/10
Reviewed Aug 4, 2026Host and location
Bit noisy on the main road
7/10
Reviewed Jul 24, 2026Great pressure in shower, lovely host.
Bathroom was tired eg: peeling paint on ceiling, stains in toilet, dirty carpet.
10/10
Reviewed Jul 19, 2026Thank you Bob and staff, I had a very lovely stay.
Nothing.
8/10
Reviewed Jul 15, 2026Tha Host
Nil
8/10
Reviewed Jul 10, 2026Bob was a very good host and friendly. Tv was easy to use. Spa bath was excellent. Bob was happy to let me have my bike in the room even though it was dirty.
Main road a bit noisy but not that bad.
10/10
Reviewed Jul 10, 2026Beautiful, clean, comfortable and super close to town
Beds a little too soft for my liking
7/10
Reviewed Jul 4, 2026Owner was very friendly. Clean with good shower.
Small tv with no Netflix. Noisy, (road noise, no double glazing).
8/10
Reviewed Jul 2, 2026Good Location. Older motel. Clean and tidy. Heat pump not very efficient.
No welcome folder in room so had to go to the office to get wi-fi info
10/10
Reviewed Jun 25, 2026Bob is so great such a nice man, customer service 101. I enjoy staying here when in town.
10/10
Reviewed Jun 23, 2026The lovely man and dog running this motel is a star. They were exceptional.
Nothing
3/10
Reviewed Jun 21, 2026Staff were friendly
Very old decor and furniture. Bed was comfortable but lounge area had no sofa to relax on and chairs were uncomfortable. Very noisy by the main road
10/10
Reviewed Jun 18, 2026Friendliness of manager
6/10
Reviewed Jun 16, 2026Close to town
Mark's on ceiling above bed,, could smell dampness in the everytime you went to the toilet or used the shower, there was no thingy in the bathroom to remove the steam while showering, and getting hot water for the dishes took along time to come through.
10/10
Reviewed Jun 15, 2026Very clean & comfortable & warm. The shower was amazing!
9/10
Reviewed Jun 14, 2026clean comfy beds, powerful showers,spacious. n
9/10
Reviewed Jun 10, 2026So clean, the owner is the nicest person you’ll ever meet! Great coffee, sky tv, warm and cosy! Excellent location.
Only the bed, that’s all, probably a bit more tired than the traveller
9/10
Reviewed Jun 7, 2026O anfitrião foi muito gentil e nos recebeu muito bem. É uma ótima opção de parada entre Auckland e Taupo.
Nada a reclamar.
10/10
Reviewed Jun 6, 2026Staff very friendly, room large and bed comfortable
10/10
Reviewed May 30, 2026Spacious room and comfy bed.
Nothing
10/10
Reviewed May 26, 2026The room was marvellous, had a job in the town and had to book a room and he accommodated so well. The space was spacious, the bathroom and mirrors - everything about the room was great.
10/10
Reviewed May 15, 2026Service
N/a
9/10
Reviewed May 15, 2026Friendly owner. Convenience.
Just outside lighting shows into room.
7/10
Reviewed May 13, 2026Good standard motel. Everything you need. The manager has been in the business for a while and knows what travellers expect.
It's close to the road but it gets quiet after 7pm.
10/10
Reviewed May 13, 2026Clean, spacious and had everything we needed. Bob the owner was very welcoming, friendly and accommodating. Very close to city centre , just walking distance
Nothing
9/10
Reviewed May 13, 2026The location is fairly central. The owner /manager in reception was friendly, helpful & a pleasure to talk to. The bed in unit 2 was very comfortable. Shower water was hot.
A few more small things like more towel rails in bathroom.
8/10
Reviewed May 5, 2026Good location to town and Hospital.
10/10
Reviewed May 4, 2026Bob was lovely and genuinely happy we were there, clean simple and great spot.
10/10
Reviewed May 2, 2026Great location.Good amenities.Friendly jolly and helpful staff.
Nothing
8/10
Reviewed Apr 29, 2026Convenient to town.
The lights were a little dim.
1/10
Reviewed Apr 29, 2026Don't know, our booking was cancelled unexpectantly at the last minute. I had to find other accommodation
The fact that I booked this accommodation through the booking.com website, and there was no room for me to check into when I arrived around 7pm at night!!!
9/10
Reviewed Apr 26, 2026Owner was awesome, very close to town, nice easy walk and shower has awesome pressure
Suggest to have a couch as the daybed that doubles for a couch moved around on it's castors when you leaned back. Bed could do with an upgrade
8/10
Reviewed Apr 19, 2026Central location
6/10
Reviewed Apr 19, 2026It came in handy when we were stranded and couldn't get home in the storm
8/10
Reviewed Apr 16, 2026Wir wurden herzlich empfangen. Die Unterkunft war sehr sauber. Das Bad war barrierefrei. Es handelt sich um ein etwas älteres Gebäude, aber alles wird in Schuss gehalten.
Es gibt nichts negatives zu berichten.
9/10
Reviewed Apr 14, 2026The room was bigger than I expected and sky sports
Parking was fine maybe alittle tight.
10/10
Reviewed Apr 14, 2026Les équipements et la gentillesse et le sourire du proprio
Rien
10/10
Reviewed Apr 10, 2026Amazing shower. Great internet comfortable bed
On the main road so a bit noisy till 9.30 then was quiet till 6
9/10
Reviewed Apr 10, 2026Bob was super helpful
Nothing
10/10
Reviewed Apr 9, 2026Clean and warm. Friendly helpful staff. Easy walk to restaurant in Pollen St for dinner
Nothing
3/10
Reviewed Apr 9, 2026friendliness of staff -
TV picture came on no sound, bed uncomofortable - place needs a tidy up - needs some money injected into it. I has a great position on the main road, but needs updating
7/10
Reviewed Apr 8, 2026Good location, exceptional service.
Toaster didn't work properly nor the shower
10/10
Reviewed Apr 8, 2026Milk and real coffee was provided, the owner was friendly and personable, the room had everything we needed and more - cooking facilities, a hair-dryer, iron and ironing board, the room was nicely laid out and everything was lovely and clean.
8/10
Reviewed Apr 6, 2026Close to the town center, the room was large, staff very nice and friendly, clean and organized as well.
Personal preference, im used to firm beds, I felt the mattress was closer to soft or a soft-medium. Besides that everything was lovely
8/10
Reviewed Apr 5, 2026편히 지냈습니다.
8/10
Reviewed Apr 1, 2026Many thanks to the owner, he showed my husband to the unit... They went through the process of using the heat pump, TV remote. Definitely a lost courtesy in today's world! Thank you 🙏 They also went through the safety and well being of the unit. Real bonus !! Plenty of lights / switches..so you could see in unit all corners 😉 Great job, looking forward to staying again on our next trip ! Kind Regards Nicky and Ian 😃
Not complaining.. But when you shower the water goes over the floor..the small bath mat gets soaked. Need extra large towel for the bathroom floor
10/10
Reviewed Mar 31, 2026Great location
Nothing
8/10
Reviewed Mar 30, 2026Handy to town .
Rooms need a tidy up and need a variety of pillows. There was only big ones so hard on the neck. Fire siren over the road went off a few times and 6.00 am wake up not good . We were warned about it.
8/10
Reviewed Mar 26, 2026Thames is a nice place and near to the jetty is pleasant
The receptionist at first was very confrontational, but after that was very obliging
8/10
Reviewed Mar 22, 2026Little more on TV cannels movies
10/10
Reviewed Mar 22, 2026Very Spacious and Clean. Handy to everything Great shower and comfortable bed. Owner/operator was friendly
9/10
Reviewed Mar 21, 2026We welcomed by our host and taken to our room and given a rundown on how everything worked. Also provided with fresh milk for tea and coffee.
9/10
Reviewed Mar 20, 2026Cómodo y limpio. Buena atención del personal.
Nada que decir
8/10
Reviewed Mar 16, 2026The host is a great guy and happy to show me to my room, which is of a good size, but looks a wee bit dated, especially the bathroom area....but that said, the shower was hot and strong !!!. The bed was a bit firm for me, but all okay and plenty of SKY channels. All good and would happily stay here again.
Nothing.
8/10
Reviewed Mar 16, 2026Great location excellent parking.
7/10
Reviewed Mar 15, 2026ห้องสะอาด, ห้องน้ำมีขนาดใหญ่ดี, สะดวก ติดกับถนนเลย
ทีวี โปรแกรม ห้ามปรับนะ ลุงเจ้าของไม่ชอบให้กดปุมไปทั่ว มีอาการหัวเสียเมื่อเราเลื่อนหาช่องที่เราอยากดู....
10/10
Reviewed Mar 15, 2026A lovely base for exploring this beautiful town and the stunning area around it. We really appreciated the owner's help and kindness for our arrival and our plans for the next day. We were very comfortable here and had all the facilities we needed.
7/10
Reviewed Mar 14, 2026Good friendly service
Nothing to dislike
7/10
Reviewed Mar 13, 2026Zweckmäßiges, einfaches Motel-Zimmer mit Kühlschrank und kleiner Küchenzeile und Kaffeemaschine. Der Vermieter war sehr nett. Da es ein Motel ist, lag es direkt an der Hauptrstrasse, also hörte man den Verkehr schon. Aber da nicht so viel Verkehr besteht war es auch kein Problem. Ich durfte nach Abreise auch noch mein Gepäck für 45 Minuten in der Lobby lagern, da ich zuerst ein Mietauto abholen musste. Danke dafür!
Das Zimmer hatte ein Bett, 2 Sessel und draußen 1 Stuhl. Dadurch dass keine Bilder oder sonst irgend eine dekorativer Gegenstand im Zimmer war, wirkte es etwas kalt und lieblos.
10/10
Reviewed Mar 13, 2026I didn't get a breakfast, but not a problem as I have allergy issues and prefer to provide my own breakfast.
The accommodation is looking a bit tired - could do with an update
Guest Feedback
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What guests love
- •Friendly staff
- •Clean and tidy rooms
- •Good room facilities
Areas to consider
- •Traffic noise
- •Dated room decor
Cleanliness
8.95/10Guests consistently noted that rooms were clean and tidy, contributing positively to the perceived cleanliness.
Service
8.95/10Numerous reviews highlighted the friendliness and helpfulness of the staff, enhancing overall service quality.
Location
7.95/10While the location is generally convenient, there were some mentions of traffic noise affecting peacefulness.
Room Quality
7.45/10Some reviews indicated that while rooms had good facilities, a few felt dated and needed improvements.
Amenities
8.45/10Amenities received positive feedback, although there were some concerns about shower pressure.
Value for Money
7.95/10Overall, the value for the price was deemed acceptable, especially given the positives noted.
Food and Beverage
8.45/10No specific food or beverage feedback, but provisions were available and appreciated.
Overall Experience
8.25/10Overall experience was generally positive, with most reviews emphasizing a pleasant stay.