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Podium Lodge

4.0 star property
Travelers can relax poolside under colorful umbrellas or unwind in the natural surroundings of this eco-friendly lodge near Cambridge attractions.

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Podium Lodge, near Cambridge Raceway and Farmers' Market, offers a peaceful retreat. Guests can stroll through the garden, relax by two outdoor pools with sun umbrellas, or soak in the spa tub. Helpful staff and free in-room WiFi enhance the experience at this eco-certified motel.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Studio | Game room

Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)

Highlights

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

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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
  • 1292 sq ft
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 14
  • 14 Twin Beds

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

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Separate bedroom
Fan
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Large Twin Beds

Shared Dormitory - 7 Beds

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 7 Twin Beds
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About the neighborhood

Located in Cambridge, Podium Lodge is in the city center and near the airport. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Karapiro and Hamilton Gardens, while Monavale Blueberries and Hobbiton Movie Set are popular area attractions. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Grassroots Trust Velodrome. Be sure not to miss outdoor adventures like cave exploring, hiking/biking trails, and mountain biking, or hop on a bike rental nearby and take a self-guided tour around the aera. Visit our Cambridge travel guide
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Map
20 Peake Road, Cambridge, 3283

What's nearby

  • A few kilometres downstream from Lake Taupo the river changes to some rapids for a short distance. When the rapids finish there is a drop which creates a waterfall. It all ends with this scene which is stunning. Only a 30 second walk from the car park to the river this shot was taken about a 5 minute walk further downstream on the main track at sunrise.
    Waikato River
    20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • New Zealand
    Hobbiton Movie Set
    38 min drive - 31.4 miles
  • Grassroots Trust Velodrome
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • St. Peter's School
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Cambridge Raceway
    2 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.)
    18 min drive

Restaurants

  • Smoke Collective
    5 min drive
  • Prince Albert
    5 min drive
  • Good Union
    4 min drive
  • Joe's Garage
    7 min drive
  • Absolute Cafe
    5 min drive

About this property

Podium Lodge

Upscale motel near Grassroots Trust Velodrome
Located close to Cambridge Raceway and Cambridge Farmers' Market, Podium Lodge provides a garden, a playground, and laundry facilities. Take some time to relax at the onsite spa. In addition to a hot tub, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Barbecue grills, luggage storage, and tour/ticket assistance
  • 1 meeting room, secured bicycle storage, and bicycle tour information
  • 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.

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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 repair station
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycle tours
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Pool gate
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a regional park
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Full-service 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.
  • 5 accessible parking spaces
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Premium channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

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.

How much does it cost to stay at Podium Lodge?

As of Mar 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Podium Lodge on Apr 2, 2026 start from $130, 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 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?

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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Reviews

Podium Lodge Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 196 out of 251 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 43 out of 251 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 251 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 251 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 251 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and a really nice and clean property.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our second stay and we’ll be back. The perfect choice for dog friendly accommodation. Clean, modern and a bonus having a really nice spa and pool area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Iskender

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel

Great hotel, clean rooms, late check in available with prior notice.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

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

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

Kai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly recommended

Great place to stay. Really well setup for sports people, including bike storage with each room, bike work stand and lots of outdoor field space for sports teams. Really nice, modern rooms and facilities. Plenty of space for parking near rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

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

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

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and well-appointed. Super comfortable bed. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

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

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

Visarut

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was really clean and quiet. Super friendly manager. Great experience all around for us.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

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

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

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Father son holiday

Great spot with my son. Football, basketball, swimming and spa pool are all available to use.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

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

Elizabeth

So clean. So quiet. So very nice.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

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

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

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

susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a perfect location for our planned Riverside Ride, shuttle pickups etc. Second time we have stayed at the Podium. Super comfy beds, and perfect for groups.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carmen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was an outstanding place to stay at, one of few pet-friendly accommodations in the area too. It was peaceful, spacious and very clean and tidy. Thank you Podium Lodge.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent facilities, clean, modern and good location few minutes drive into Cambridge township. Highly recommend staying here, beds are super comfy and unit had everything. Fabulous cafe across the road in the garden centre.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The most comfortable bed I’ve ever slept on!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Miria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed March 31 2024, 2 nights. Staff were excellent we had rooms separated and they graciously gave us 2 more rooms together. Beautiful facilities. Will definitely recommend this eco lodge
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024