Our pick
Thornton Lodge Motel
Waipukurau, NZ
★ 4-star8.7/10472 reviews
1.2 km (0.76 mi) from original
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Tuki Tuki Motel vs Similar Hotels
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Best overall fit
✓Why it stands out
Rooms
8.7Rooms described as comfortable and tidy, though some dated finishes noted.
Cleanliness
8.7General sentiment is positive with mentions of clean and tidy rooms.
Location
9.2Multiple reviews highlight the great location.
Close alternatives
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Hotels (2 selected)
Original hotel
Our pick
Thornton Lodge Motel
Waipukurau, NZ
★ 4-star8.7/10472 reviews
1.2 km (0.76 mi) from original
Trade-offs
What you may gain by choosing another hotel.
Key differences
Service
Tuki Tuki Motel9.0
Thornton Lodge Motel8.2
Thornton Lodge Motel amenity advantages
Swimming poolPets allowedBreakfast in the roomSun loungers or beach chairs
Detailed comparison
Guest score
Tuki Tuki Motel
8.6/10Thornton Lodge Motel
8.7/10Rooms
Tuki Tuki Motel
8.2Rooms were noted as clean but somewhat dated with comments on the beds being uncomfortable.
Thornton Lodge Motel
8.7Rooms described as comfortable and tidy, though some dated finishes noted.
Cleanliness
Tuki Tuki Motel
8.4Overall cleanliness was good, but some reviews mentioned issues with cleanliness in specific areas.
Thornton Lodge Motel
8.7General sentiment is positive with mentions of clean and tidy rooms.
Location
Tuki Tuki Motel
9.1Many reviews highlighted the convenience of the location.
Thornton Lodge Motel
9.2Multiple reviews highlight the great location.
Service
Tuki Tuki Motel
9.0Staff were frequently described as friendly and accommodating.
Thornton Lodge Motel
8.2Mixed reviews about service, some staff were friendly while others were described as unfriendly.
Sleep & Noise
Tuki Tuki Motel
—Thornton Lodge Motel
—Food & Breakfast
Tuki Tuki Motel
8.6Food and beverage options were not specifically mentioned.
Thornton Lodge Motel
8.7Food and beverage services not explicitly mentioned, thus rated standard.
Amenities & Facilities
Tuki Tuki Motel
8.6Amenities were satisfactory, although some guests expected more.
Thornton Lodge Motel
8.7Some issues with amenities reported but largely satisfactory.
Value
Tuki Tuki Motel
8.5Most guests felt that the price was reasonable for the quality received.
Thornton Lodge Motel
8.6Positive feedback on affordability, though some concerns about charges.
Landmarks
Tuki Tuki Motel
Waipukurau Sth African War memorialThornton Lodge Motel
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