Our pick
Viking Lodge Motel
Dannevirke, NZ
★ 4-star8.5/10641 reviews
1.3 km (0.83 mi) from original
English
Gateway Motor Lodge vs Similar Hotels
Compare similar hotels across guest insights, rooms, location, amenities, value, nearby attractions and suitability to understand the trade-offs before you choose.
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Best overall fit
✓Why it stands out
Rooms
8.5Rooms were generally described as comfortable and well-equipped, although some noted cramped spaces.
Cleanliness
8.1Several reviews mentioned clean and tidy rooms, but some issues with odors were noted.
Location
9.1Numerous comments praised the convenient location near shops and activities.
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Trade-offs
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Key differences
Amenities & Facilities
Gateway Motor Lodge8.6
Viking Lodge Motel7.6
Gateway Motor Lodge amenity advantages
Wheelchair accessibleBreakfast available (surcharge)
Viking Lodge Motel amenity advantages
WiFi availableNon-smoking roomsAir conditioningLaundryLuggage storage
Detailed comparison
Guest score
Gateway Motor Lodge
8.6/10Viking Lodge Motel
8.5/10Rooms
Gateway Motor Lodge
8.6Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Viking Lodge Motel
8.5Rooms were generally described as comfortable and well-equipped, although some noted cramped spaces.
Cleanliness
Gateway Motor Lodge
8.6The hotel was tidy and warm.
Viking Lodge Motel
8.1Several reviews mentioned clean and tidy rooms, but some issues with odors were noted.
Location
Gateway Motor Lodge
8.7Bit noisey due to being next to state highway but not too much of a bother.
Viking Lodge Motel
9.1Numerous comments praised the convenient location near shops and activities.
Service
Gateway Motor Lodge
8.8Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Viking Lodge Motel
9.1Many reviews highlighted friendly and helpful staff which contributed positively to the experience.
Sleep & Noise
Gateway Motor Lodge
—Viking Lodge Motel
—Food & Breakfast
Gateway Motor Lodge
8.6Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Viking Lodge Motel
8.1Breakfast options were critiqued with no specific offerings mentioned.
Amenities & Facilities
Gateway Motor Lodge
8.6Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Viking Lodge Motel
7.6Some amenities were appreciated, but issues with kitchen space and noisy air conditioning were mentioned.
Value
Gateway Motor Lodge
8.6Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Viking Lodge Motel
8.5Overall reasonable value was indicated, though some shower quality issues were noted.
Landmarks
Gateway Motor Lodge
Dannevirke DomainViking Lodge Motel
Dannevirke Domain