Podium Lodge

Motel with a full-service spa, near Grassroots Trust Velodrome

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Dates

October 2025

November 2025

Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

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.

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Hot tub
Spa
Laundry
Kitchen

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Oct 17 - Oct 18

Tomorrow

Oct 18 - Oct 19

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

Showing 4 of 4 rooms

Studio

Exceptional

Highlights

Patio

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cots/infant beds

Kitchen

Fridge

Flat-screen TV

25 sq m
Sleeps 3
2 Large Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Patio

Separate dining area

Separate sitting area

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cots/infant beds

Kitchen

120 sq m
4 bedrooms
Sleeps 14
14 Twin Beds

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

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Exceptional

Highlights

Patio

Separate dining area

Separate sitting area

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cots/infant beds

Kitchen

49 sq m
2 bedrooms
Sleeps 4
4 Large Twin Beds OR 2 King Beds

Triple Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Patio

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Heating

Kitchen

Fridge

Premium bedding

Blackout curtains

Sleeps 3
1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Large Twin Beds

About the area

Located in Cambridge, Podium Lodge is in the city centre 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 local attractions. Looking to enjoy an event or a match? See what's going on at Grassroots Trust Velodrome or Cambridge Raceway. Enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails, cave exploring and mountain biking, or hop on a bike for hire nearby and explore all the area has to offer.

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20 Peake Road, Cambridge, 3283

What's nearby

Grassroots Trust Velodrome - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
St. Peter's School - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Cambridge Raceway - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
Cambridge i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
Lake Karapiro - 12 min drive - 16.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

‪Clementine - ‬3 min walk
‪Five Stags - ‬8 min drive
‪Good Union - ‬4 min drive
‪Prince Albert - ‬5 min drive
‪Red Cherry - ‬2 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 on-site spa. In addition to a hot tub, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Other perks include:

An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
Free self-parking
A banquet hall, smoke-free property and luggage storage
An off-lead area, a bike repair station and a TV in reception
Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff

Room features

All guest rooms at Podium Lodge boast comforts, such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.

Extra amenities include:

Heating and fans
Bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
Patios, kitchens and fridges

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property

This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Similar properties

Hot tub
Spa
Parking included
Free WiFi

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

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 lift
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

Banquet hall
Smoke-free property

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

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 and check-out are available

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Contactless check-out

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 older

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets are 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-lead area are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 45.0 per day.

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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen 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 to 7:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Podium Lodge?

As of 17 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Podium Lodge on 18 Oct 2025 start from NZ$219.73, 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 at Podium Lodge?

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?

Checkout 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).