Water & City Lights Studio
Apartment, 4-star340 Maungatapu Road, Tauranga, New ZealandShow on map
Exceptional
One of our highest-scored stays, according to its guests.
9.5234Reviews- Check-in from 2:00 PMCheck-out by 10:00 AM.
- Exceptional locationGuests rate the location 10.0 out of 10, at 340 Maungatapu Road.
- Free parkingThe property states parking on site is free for guests.
Breathtaking Waterfront Studio Retreat
Spectacular Views: Indulge in mesmerizing water and city views from the comfort of your room or the sunny patio.
Modern Amenities: Enjoy a flat-screen TV, spacious kitchen, BBQ facilities, and air conditioning for your convenience.
Convenient Location: Explore sandy beaches just a short drive away, with easy access to popular tourist destinations via the nearby bus stop.
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Free Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Terrace
- Garden
- Laundry
Rooms
9.5
Exceptional
Rated 9.5 out of 10 by 234 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness9.5
- Service9.9
- Location10.0
- Rooms9.4
- Amenities8.9
- Value8.9
- Food & drink9.5
Guests mention
Beautiful sceneryFriendly and responsive hosts
AnnaNew ZealandBeautiful and clean, very spacious. Everything you need is there!
Very spacious and lovely location
Catherine SinclairNew ZealandTauranga Stay
It was a good size place and we enjoyed the privacy.
Joanne was very helpful to assist us finding the accommodation we were staying in.
It would have been good to have a hook on the back of the door in the bathroom
I…
RachaelNew ZealandThe privacy of this homestay was wonderful. Beautiful outlook of the bay. Great location for getting to Bayfair, The Mount and Tauranga City.
JamesNew Zealandgreat find & had everything to relax ☺️
very central & had everything to relax
car parking a little small
JordanNew ZealandVery thoughtful little unit, it has literally everything you need.
Can hear people inside the house walking around
RebeccaNew ZealandRelaxing weekend away.
Very comfortable and cozy with everything you need for a night or 2. Great location.
Floor noise above the studio- walking sounds like stomping.
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 December 2025.
Where you’ll be
340 Maungatapu Road, Tauranga, New Zealand
Guests rate the location 10.0 out of 10 — exceptional.
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 2:00 PM until 09:00 PM
Check-out by 10:00 AM
No children
Show more
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.
Show more
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. Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions. This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties. Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian. Managed by a private host A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- 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 Water & City Lights Studio
What time is check-in and check-out at Water & City Lights Studio?
Check-in is from 2:00 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 Water & City Lights Studio allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at Water & City Lights Studio?
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.
Does Water & City Lights Studio have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
How do I book Water & City Lights Studio?
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 Water & City Lights Studio?
340 Maungatapu Road, Tauranga.
Other places we book in Tauranga
Nothing to do with the booking above. The same market, priced the same way, for if this one is not it.
Harbour View Motel and Waterfront Apartments9.6 · 838 reviews
Palm Paradise with Spa9.8 · 157 reviews
Seascape Villa Bed & Breakfast9.8 · 100 reviews
Up in the Stars B&B Homestay9.5 · 199 reviews
Bethlehem Apartment9.5 · 144 reviewsHarbour City Motor Inn & ConferenceTe Puna Cottage Gardens B&BCitySide Hotel TaurangaBotanical HavenRolling Hills Country Stay B&BClarence Boutique HotelThe Pavilions Beachfront ApartmentsWharf Retreat Unit 2Cobblestone Court Motel - Wenzel MotelsThe Practice FairwayAsure Macys Motor Inn And Conference CentrePoripori HomesteadTAURANGA, Bay of PlentyCameron Road MotelTrinity Wharf TaurangaCity SuitesSweet SerendipityRoselands MotelDurham Motor InnMercure TaurangaBennetts Thermal Motor InnBethlehem Motor Inn and Conference CentreCottage Park Thermal MotelHugo & Carter's Backpackers & MotelWanderlust NZ