Podium Lodge

Property class: 4

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Located close to Grassroots Trust Velodrome and Cambridge Raceway, Podium Lodge provides a garden, a playground, and laundry facilities. Take some time to relax at the onsite spa. Free in-room WiFi and a hot tub are available to all guests.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed with white bedding, a small bathroom, and a window providing natural light.

Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with three beds, a small desk, and two windows.

Shared Dormitory

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

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A neatly arranged bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a wall art piece, and a view through a door.

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 527 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Large Twin Beds OR 2 King Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window.

Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Large Twin Beds

Shared Dormitory - 7 Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • 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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20 Peake Road, Cambridge, 3283

What's nearby

  • An aerial view of a city with a river, industrial buildings, and residential areas.
    Waikato River
    5 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • A lake surrounded by trees and hills.
    Lake Karapiro
    10 min drive - 10.0 miles
  • A stone house with a thatched roof by a lake.
    Hobbiton Movie Set
    36 min drive - 31.9 miles
  • Grassroots Trust Velodrome
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • St. Peter's School
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • St Kilda Cafe And Bistro
    11 min drive
  • McDonald's
    5 min drive
  • Five Stags
    8 min drive
  • Joe's Garage
    7 min drive
  • Good Union
    4 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
    • A banquet hall, an off-leash area, and bicycle tour information
    • Luggage storage, bicycle parking, and tour/ticket assistance
    • 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

  • Sustainability Certifications
  • This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award. For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.

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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 Oct 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Podium Lodge on Nov 24, 2026 start from $125, 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).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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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. 214 out of 273 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 46 out of 273 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 273 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 273 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 273 reviews

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
room was clean and good size staff were friendly
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean comfortable rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love staying here. The staff are so welcoming and it is so appreciated that we can bring our dog when travelling for work. It's a really convenient location and we enjoy the peaceful location and nice grounds.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Nice rooms, swimming pool and spa. Also outdoor seating was nice
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely staff, well appointed room
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Easy check in, clean and tidy, quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and tidy property
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, very comfortable bed. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Such a friendly manager and spotless rooms. We love thr pool and garden area too. Perfect place to stay if you’re travelling with a dog.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and a really nice and clean property.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean functional and the hub facility was awesome
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet, great facilities and friendly staff. Perfect overnight stop.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely and peaceful location.. well appointed.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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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
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10/10 Excellent

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
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely clean modern accomodation
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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
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10/10 Excellent

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
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10/10 Excellent

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
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8/10 Good

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
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10/10 Excellent

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
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10/10 Excellent

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
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10/10 Excellent

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
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10/10 Excellent

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