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The Kentish Hotel

5 Queen Street Waiuku, Waiuku, NZ

6.1 guest rating· 247 reviews

About this hotel

Historic Charm : The Kentish Hotel, the oldest continuous licensed hotel in New Zealand, boasts over 450 historical local photos adorning its walls, offering guests a unique glimpse into the past.

Entertainment and Dining : Guests can unwind in the shared balcony with a cup of tea/coffee while overlooking the picturesque Waiuku inlet. The hotel also features a lively restaurant and bar equipped with darts, billiards, and a selection of local beers and wines for a fun evening.

Convenience and Leisure : With free WiFi, free parking, an ATM on-site, and conference facilities available, The Kentish Hotel ensures a comfortable stay. Additionally, the hotel's proximity to Karioitahi Beach and Manukau Heads lighthouse provides ample leisure opportunities for guests.

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Standard Queen Room with Shared Bathroom

Sleeps 2 · 4 m² · Queen bed, 3× Double bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Radio

This double room has a electric kettle, seating area and tea/coffee maker. This room has access to shared bathroom facilities.

Single Room with Shared Bathroom

Sleeps 1 · 3 m² · Twin bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Radio

This single room has a seating area, tea/coffee maker and patio. This room has access to shared bathroom facilities. There is a flat-screen TV and free WiFi.

Standard Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

Sleeps 2 · 4 m² · 2× Twin bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Radio

This twin room features a electric kettle, view and patio. There is a flat-screen TV and free WiFi.

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Free Parking
  • Accessible parking
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Barber/beauty shop
  • Snack bar
  • Beach
  • Golf course
  • Business center
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
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  • Access to health care professionals
  • ATM/cash machine on site
  • Bike tours
  • Billiards
  • Broadcast Live sport events
  • Canoeing
  • Cashless payment available
  • Casino
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Coffee Shop on site
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Designated smoking area
  • Dry cleaning
  • Evening entertainment
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Fishing
  • Garden
  • Happy hour
  • Heating
  • Hiking
  • Ironing service
  • Key access
  • Kid meals
  • Laundry
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Live music/performance
  • Luggage storage
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Minimarket on site
  • Nightclub/DJ
  • Packed lunches
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Public transport tickets
  • Safety deposit box
  • Security alarm
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Smoke alarms
  • Special diet menus - on request
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Wine/champagne

Location

© OpenStreetMap contributors

5 Queen Street Waiuku, Waiuku, NZ

Check-in
from 12:00 PM to 09:30 PM
Check-out
until 10:00 AM

What guests say6.1247 reviews

+ Friendly staff+ Clean and tidy roomsUncomfortable bedsMaintenance issuesNo air conditioning
Cleanliness8.4
Service8.4
Location8.4
Room Quality3.9
Amenities3.9
Value for Money4.9

Guest review

9.0

The location. The ambience

No hand towels in the shared bathroom .

Joy · NZ · 2026-07-03

Lil stau

6.0

Love allll the staff they were amazing amd super helpfull

In the kitchen area the mugs in the cupboard and the jugs were dirty , no hot chocolates just coffee and no one had topped up the teas or sugars , ans no milk . Tv was okay but bit old-school

donata · NZ · 2026-06-20

Great hospitality, great food and a perfect outdoor dining spot!

10.0

The food, the staff and the best outdoor dining bar was perfect.

Robyn · NZ · 2026-04-27

Guest review

6.0

Great location. Friendly helpful staff. Great food. Comfortable beds and spacious room. Very nice shared showers and kitchen. Lovely historical hotel.

Reid · NZ · 2026-04-20

Good to know

Please note that the hotel features live entertainment from Thursday to Saturday night, and guests may experience noise disturbances on these days until 00:30. Earplugs are available upon request. Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

A deposit may be required at the property.

Parking

Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

Internet

WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Children and extra bed policy

Children are not allowed.

Adults stay for NZD 20 per person per night when using an available extra bed.

You haven't added any cots.

Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.