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About the Hotel

61 Hatea Drive, Whangarei, New Zealand, 0112
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Close to the Town Basin Marina
Very good
7.7
7.9
/10
3.4
3.6
/5

The 4-star Discovery Settlers Hotel Whangarei is located about 7 km from the Heritage Kiwi North Park and offers ticket service for better sightseeing in Whangarei. Featuring 53 rooms with views of the river, this Whangarei hotel is approximately a 20-minute walk from the Town Basin.

Location

The hotel lies in the northern district of Whangarei, 2.8 km from the A. H. Reed Memorial Kauri Park. You can reach the centre of Whangarei in 15 minutes on foot.

The Discovery Settlers is located 5 km from Whangarei airport and within a few blocks of Bus Intercity bus stop.

Rooms

The rooms at the accommodation include ironing facilities. Some of them comprise a balcony and a kitchen, furnished with a study desk. For guests' comfort, hairdryers and toiletries are offered in private bathrooms fitted with a separate toilet and a shower. Along with a separate bedroom, an apartment also offers a kitchen for self-catering purposes.

Eat & Drink

Experience local dishes at the à la carte Settlers Grill restaurant onsite. The garden bar is ideal for a relaxing drink. There is a restaurant serving New Zealand food a 16-minute walk away.

Leisure & Business

Among other amenities, the smoke-free Discovery Settlers offers an outdoor swimming pool.

Must-do experiences

  • Walk the Whangarei Town Basin for art and local craft markets.
  • Savor fish tacos at the popular Dive Cafe right on the marina.
  • Explore the stunning Whangarei Falls, a hidden gem of nature.
  • Visit the Claphams National Clock Museum for quirky timepieces.
  • Try a traditional hangi meal at the nearby Te Pare Matauranga Centre.
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Discovery Settlers Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Standard Studio
2 persons
110 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
Comfort Studio
2 persons
195 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Family Studio
2 persons
195 sq. feet 
2 Double beds
Shower
Heating
Superior Studio
2 persons
260 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
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Facilities

Discovery Settlers Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Very good
7.9/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Garden area

Room features

  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Discovery Settlers Hotel Location

61 Hatea Drive, Whangarei, New Zealand, 0112
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61 Hatea Drive, Whangarei, New Zealand, 0112
Nearby
Church
Whangarei Central Baptist Church
1000 ft
Church
Whangarei Seventh-day Adventist Church
1100 ft
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Mokaba Cafe
4100 ft
6 Quayside Town Basin
Riverside Cafe
4100 ft
Town Basin 14 Quayside
Suk Jai Thai Restaurant
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Serenity Cafe
4300 ft
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Getting around
City Centre
Whangarei14 min  ·  3700 ft
Airports
Whangarei Airport (WRE)14 min  ·  5.8 mi
Bay of Islands Airport (KKE)125 min  ·  51.5 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-22:00
Check-out
from 06:00-10:00
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Breakfast
A full breakfast is served at the price of NZD 22 per person per day. 
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Number of rooms:
53
Former name
Comfort Hotel Settlers

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Discovery Settlers Hotel from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 249 verified reviews
7.6/10
Very good
74%
Recommend
Breakfast
8.9/10
Cleanliness
8.5/10
Comfort
8.3/10
Facilities
7.9/10
Free Wi-Fi
8.6/10
Location
8.6/10
Paid Wi-Fi
8.3/10
Staff
8.8/10
Value for money
7.8/10
Guest reviews
based on 514 reviews
7.7/10
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