6.1 · Pleasant248 reviews
- Check-in from 12:00 PMCheck-out by 10:00 AM.
- Very good locationGuests rate the location 8.4 out of 10, at 5 Queen Street Waiuku.
- Free parkingThe property states parking on site is free for guests.
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.
Book your stay at The Kentish Hotel for a memorable experience!
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Free Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Business center
- Heating
- Terrace
- Garden
Rooms
6.1
Pleasant
Rated 6.1 out of 10 by 248 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness8.4
- Service8.4
- Location8.4
- Rooms3.9
- Amenities3.9
- Value4.9
- Food & drink4.9
Guests mention
Friendly staffClean and tidy rooms
JaymieNew ZealandFriendly staff
JoyNew ZealandThe location. The ambience
No hand towels in the shared bathroom .
donataNew ZealandLil stau
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 .…
RobynNew ZealandGreat hospitality, great food and a perfect outdoor dining spot!
The food, the staff and the best outdoor dining bar was perfect.
ReidNew ZealandGreat location. Friendly helpful staff. Great food. Comfortable beds and spacious room. Very nice shared showers and kitchen. Lovely historical hotel.
RichardNew ZealandGreat history and location.
The great location and history
Comfortable bed.
The showers and toilets were separate
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated January 2026.
Where you’ll be
5 Queen Street Waiuku, Waiuku, New Zealand
Guests rate the location 8.4 out of 10 — very good.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 12:00 PM until 09:30 PM
Check-out by 10:00 AM
No children
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No pets
Free parking on site
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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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.
What we’d check for you here
- How many rooms they will hold at once, for how long, and on what terms.
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether breakfast is in the rate or added at checkout, and what time it runs.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about The Kentish Hotel
What time is check-in and check-out at The Kentish Hotel?
Check-in is from 12:00 PM. Check-out is by 10:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does The Kentish Hotel allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at The Kentish Hotel?
Yes — the property states that parking on site is free. Whether a space can be reserved in advance varies, so we check it against your dates.
Is breakfast included at The Kentish Hotel?
Breakfast is offered at the property. Whether it's included depends on the rate — the board type is shown on each room once you put your dates in.
Does The Kentish Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Can I book a block of rooms at The Kentish Hotel?
The property lists meeting and banquet space, which usually means it handles group business — but how many rooms it will hold at once, for how long, and at what rate are set case by case and are not in any feed. Tell us the dates and the number of rooms and we'll get those terms from the property in writing before anything is charged.
Does The Kentish Hotel have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
How do I book The Kentish Hotel?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is The Kentish Hotel?
5 Queen Street Waiuku, Waiuku.
Other places we book in Waiuku
Nothing to do with the booking above. The same market, priced the same way, for if this one is not it.
