ASURE Colonial Lodge Motel

Napier -39.53128900, 176.85389000 , 164 Gloucester St (Show on Map)
8.9
Excellent


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Summary of reviewsASURE Colonial Lodge Motel enjoys a strategic location near Napier and Hastings, making it an ideal base for exploring local amenities, shops, restaurants and wineries. The serene environment provides a peaceful retreat, while the proximity to bus stops and the Eastern Institute of Technology enhances accessibility. Although it is slightly outside the main city center, the nearby dining and shopping options in Taradale offer ample convenience.

Guests highly praise the motel's spacious and impeccably maintained rooms, which come fully equipped with necessary amenities, ensuring a pleasant stay. The comfortable beds, thoughtful facilities such as a stove and cooking utensils and the inclusion of amenities like a pool and a games room, further enhance the experience. Both families and individual guests find the accommodations suitable with some rooms capable of hosting up to six people comfortably.

The commitment to cleanliness at ASURE Colonial Lodge Motel stands out with guests frequently highlighting the spotless rooms and well-kept grounds. The daily servicing and attentiveness of the friendly and helpful staff contribute to an inviting atmosphere, making guests feel welcome and cared for. The motel's garden and resort-like facilities also add to its charm.

The stellar service provided by the staff significantly enhances the stay, as reflected by numerous positive reviews. The personable, helpful and dedicated team, including specific commendations for individuals like Mark and Sandra, ensures that guests' needs are consistently met, creating a memorable stay.

Families especially appreciate the excellent pool and spa facilities with a heated pool and fun water slide for the kids, a well-equipped games room and additional amenities like a kids' playground and trampoline. The family-friendly environment is complemented by BBQ facilities and lovely gardens, making it perfect for extended family gatherings. While the pool was occasionally closed out of season, it remains a standout feature.

Guests find the on-site parking convenient, though some note that the spaces can be a bit tight. Despite this minor inconvenience, the availability of parking directly in front of the rooms adds to the motel's appeal.

Finally, the comfort of the beds receives high marks with many guests describing them as some of the most comfortable they've experienced. Although preferences for bed firmness vary and there was a complaint about one pull-down bed, the general consensus is that the beds are comfortable and conducive to a restful night's sleep.

In summary, ASURE Colonial Lodge Motel excels in providing a clean, comfortable and convenient stay, further elevated by its exceptional staff and family-friendly amenities.
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Motel with Swimming Pool
This motel offers apartments with an indoor spa tub in addition to its swimming pool. This combination provides guests with both traditional swimming and a dedicated relaxation space.

  Heated Pool    Pool Water Slide    Outdoor Pool  


Motel with Parking
As a motel, it is designed with convenient parking in mind for guests. It is listed as having parking facilities available.

Accessible Motel
This motel provides disability access units located on the ground floor with adjacent parking. Accessible bathrooms are equipped with raised toilets, grab rails, wet area showers with no lip, detachable shower roses, and available shower stools and rails.

Motel with Outdoor Pool
This motel features a heated outdoor swimming pool complete with a water slide, providing extra fun. Guests can also enjoy a private spa pool for relaxation. The pool area is set within a large native garden.

5-Star Motel

Motel with Pool Water Slide

Motel with Heated Pool

Room Types
Two-Bedroom Apartment This spacious, 2-bedroom apartment has 1 super-king bed in the master bedroom, 2 single-sized beds in the 2nd bedroom and a queen-sized wall bed in the lounge. There is a full contemporary kitchen with a microwave and a living area with easy chairs. A work station, outdoor seating/dining area and a bathroom with a shower are provided.

Three-Bedroom Apartment Two bedrooms have 2 single beds in each. The 3rd bedroom has a king-sized bed. The bedrooms and 1 bathroom are located upstairs. There is a large, open plan living area and a bathroom downstairs, plus an outdoor dining/seating area. The gourmet kitchen has a dishwasher, full-sized refrigerator/freezer and an oven.

Executive Studio This studio features 1 queen-sized bed and a full contemporary kitchen with a microwave. There is a living room with easy chairs. A work station, outdoor dining area and a bathroom with a shower only are provided. Please note that a roll-away bed is available for a 3rd guest.

Small Studio This small suite features a modern kitchen and a bathroom with a shower. It also includes air-conditioning and heating.

One-Bedroom Apartment This 1-bedroom apartment features 2 single-sized beds or 1 king-sized bed in the bedroom plus a queen-sized wall bed in the lounge. A kitchen with a microwave is provided and there is a living room with easy chairs. A work station, outdoor dining area and a bathroom with a shower are provided.

Guest Reviews
8.9
Excellent
Location
ASURE Colonial Lodge Motel boasts a very advantageous location, satisfying a variety of needs for different types of travelers. It is centrally placed and offers a serene environment, which contributes to its quiet and peaceful surroundings. The motel is conveniently situated near Napier and Hastings, making it easy to access either town and explore the local amenities.

Guests find the property extremely handy for reaching local shops, restaurants and popular wineries. The proximity to a bus stop and key spots such as the Eastern Institute of Technology (EIT) further enhances its accessibility and convenience. For those planning to venture into town or explore the countryside, the location serves as an ideal midpoint.

While situated out of the main city center, which may be a minor drawback for some, the motel's proximity to Taradale and other local eating areas ensures that guests have more than enough options for dining and shopping. Additionally, the location is well-suited for visitors with specific plans, providing an excellent balance between city and rural attractions.

Overall, ASURE Colonial Lodge Motel's location greatly contributes to its high satisfaction rates, offering superb accessibility, convenience and quiet charm, together with friendly staff and clean rooms.

Rooms
The ASURE Colonial Lodge Motel receives high marks for its spacious and immaculately clean rooms, which guests describe as comfortable, well-appointed and excellently presented. Visitors appreciate the thoughtful facilities, noting that the rooms are equipped with everything needed for a pleasant stay, including a stove and cooking utensils. The property is described as clean and well-maintained, offering a range of amenities that cater to families and individuals alike, such as a pool and a games room. The location is praised for its convenience, being close to shops yet remaining quiet. Guests frequently highlight the comfort of the beds and the overall spaciousness of the accommodations with some rooms being large enough to accommodate up to six people. The friendly and helpful staff contribute to the positive experience, making the ASURE Colonial Lodge Motel a reliable choice for travelers seeking both comfort and convenience.

Beds
ASURE Colonial Lodge Motel provides a highly praised bed experience with many guests highlighting the comfort level of the beds. Descriptions such as comfortable, very comfy and super comfy are frequently mentioned, indicating a consistent level of satisfaction. Some guests even noted that the beds were the most comfortable they had experienced on any holiday.

There were a few remarks about the beds being a bit too soft for certain preferences and one notable complaint was regarding a double bed that was actually a pull-down bed, which was described as really uncomfortable.

Overall, the beds at ASURE Colonial Lodge Motel received commendations for their comfort with many visitors enjoying restful nights on what they described as divine beds, accompanied by nice linen. While there are minor points regarding bed softness and a specific pull-down bed, the consensus remains overwhelmingly positive.

Cleanliness
ASURE Colonial Lodge Motel consistently impresses with its outstanding cleanliness and comfort. Guests frequently highlight the exceptionally clean rooms, noting that the accommodations are tidy, sanitary and well-maintained. The motel’s spacious and well-equipped units contribute to an inviting atmosphere that is both clean and comfortable. Many reviews underscore the super clean and well-appointed nature of the rooms, ensuring a relaxing stay.

The staff at ASURE Colonial Lodge Motel receive high praise for their friendly and helpful service with several guests pointing out the excellent daily servicing and attentiveness of the staff. This combination of cleanliness and service creates a welcoming environment that many guests are eager to return to.

The facilities at the motel, including clean kitchens and bathrooms and the overall upkeep of the grounds, add to the appeal. The gardens and facilities make the place feel more like a resort, further enhancing the overall guest experience. While there was a mention of one room with an unpleasant odor, the overwhelming consensus is that the motel maintains high standards of cleanliness and comfort.

Families and couples alike find the motel suitable with comments about clean and spacious rooms that are well-suited for parties of up to six. The environment is described as relaxing and quiet, making it a top choice for many travelers.

Staff
At ASURE Colonial Lodge Motel, the experience is elevated by the work of its staff, as highlighted by numerous reviewers. Many guests have applauded the manager and owner, describing them as personable, helpful and delightful. Frequent mentions of friendly, welcoming and accommodating staff signal a warm and inviting atmosphere upon arrival. The exceptional service extends throughout guests' stays with staff members consistently going above and beyond to meet their needs, making their time at the motel comfortable and memorable.

Reviewers have also highlighted specific individuals, such as Mark and Sandra, for their extraordinary hospitality. Sandra, in particular, is noted as a perfect host, contributing significantly to the positive guest experiences. The staff's dedication to maintaining clean and well-equipped facilities further adds to the appeal of ASURE Colonial Lodge Motel. Whether interacting at the reception or around the lovely garden with its inviting tables and chairs, the staff's friendliness and helpfulness leave a lasting impression, making it a standout destination for travelers seeking exceptional customer service.

Pool
ASURE Colonial Lodge Motel offers a fantastic stay for families with a particular highlight being its excellent pool and spa facilities. Families rave about the heated pool, which is especially appreciated for its comfortable temperature even on the hottest days and the fun water slide that keeps the kids entertained for hours. The spacious and clean spa is another standout feature, providing a relaxing retreat for guests.

In addition to the pool and spa, the motel boasts a well-equipped games room that is a hit with both children and adults. The kids' playground and trampoline further add to the family-friendly amenities, ensuring there's always something to keep the young ones busy. The overall setup is perfect for extended family gatherings with BBQ facilities and lovely gardens offering a private and pleasant atmosphere.

Despite one instance where the pool was closed out of season, the general consensus is that the pool and spa are top-notch features. The motel's proximity to local dining options is another plus, making it a well-rounded choice for family holidays.

Parking
At ASURE Colonial Lodge Motel, guests appreciate the convenience of on-site parking available directly in front of their rooms, making it easy to access their accommodations. However, some visitors found the parking spaces to be a bit tight and tricky to navigate with limited room for maneuvering. Despite this minor inconvenience, the overall experience remains positive with good parking availability contributing to the motel’s appeal.


Yes, ASURE Colonial Lodge Motel has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Heated Pool, Pool Water Slide, Outdoor Pool.

No, a spa isn't available at ASURE Colonial Lodge Motel.

No, ASURE Colonial Lodge Motel doesn't allow dogs.

Yes, parking facilities are available at ASURE Colonial Lodge Motel.

No, ASURE Colonial Lodge Motel doesn't have a gym.

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