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Podium Lodge

4.0 star property
Eco-certified motel with full-service spa and outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Shared Dormitory | Shared kitchen
Shared Dormitory | Shared kitchen
Studio

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Spa
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry
The current price is NZ$234
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug

Room options

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Shared Dormitory

Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
  • 120 sq m
  • Sleeps 14
  • 14 Single Beds

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

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Large Single Beds OR 2 King Beds

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Studio | Game room

Studio

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Single Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Triple Room

Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Fan
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 3 Large Single Beds
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About the area

Map
20 Peake Road, Cambridge, 3283

What's nearby

  • 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
  • Cambridge Farmers' Market - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Lake Karapiro - 12 min drive - 16.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Five Stags - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Red Cherry Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪St Kilda Café & Bistro - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Smoke Collective Barbecue - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Good Union - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Podium Lodge

Upscale eco-certified 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 with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • Secured bike storage, smoke-free property and 1 meeting room
  • An off-lead area, tour/ticket information 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.

Languages

English

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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

More

  • 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

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 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 2 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Podium Lodge on 2 Aug 2025 start from NZ$234.00, 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).

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Podium Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 178 out of 225 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 37 out of 225 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 225 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 225 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 225 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Nice location a little ourside Cambridge. Has large shared kitchen and outdoor pool. Very good for families and large groups.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

Great value for money
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

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

8/10

It was just ok
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

The place was really clean and quiet. Super friendly manager. Great experience all around for us.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10

Very pleasant place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10

Lovely and peaceful location.. well appointed.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10

Great place to stay if you are in the Cambridge area.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10

Great stay lovely accom and value for money
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10

great stay thanks
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10

Great stay. Room was spacious and comfortable. Bed was excellent. Nice location.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10

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

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

Clean, quiet, great facilities and friendly staff. Perfect overnight stop.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10

Stay was very cosy, Thanks.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10

Nice clean and tidy property
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

Amazing service from beginning to end. 5 stars
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

Very comfortable stay at Podium. Room was spotless and had everything we required .
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

Was exactly what we wanted, very friendly service and will definitely go back.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10

Great place to stay, good location. Many options for size of group or family’s.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10

Amazing place, loved it. Felt like we were home as the room was very comforting, and warm. Would recommend staying here, lovely people working there too
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10

Great location being close to cambridge but situated off main road for some quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10

Lovely clean modern accomodation
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10

Very new facility and excellent all around.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10

Property was perfect for our group. Lovely space and lots of room to feel comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023