About
Historic Setting The Kentish Hotel in Waiuku is housed in a historic building, offering a unique and charming atmosphere. Comfortable Accommodations Rooms feature private bathrooms, sea or river views, and modern amenities such as free WiFi, TV, and free toiletries. Dining Experience The family-friendly restaurant serves European cuisine with brunch, lunch, dinner, and high tea options. Menus cater to halal, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free diets. Leisure Facilities Guests can relax on the sun terrace or in the garden, enjoy live music, and participate in evening entertainment. Free on-site private parking is available.
145 Reviews
- Cleanliness
- 6.5
- Staff
- 7.5
- Location
- 8.3
What Guests Say
- “The hotel is historic and old, nice bathrooms.Close to town.”
- “Wasnt open for Breakfast”
Top Amenities
- Casino
- Restaurant
- Free Internet Access
- Free Parking
- Accessible Rooms / Facilities
- Airport Shuttle
- Beachfront
- Business Center
Room Options
Our Best Price. GUARANTEED.
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1/4Standard Queen Room with Shared Bathroom
- Additional toilet
- Alarm clock
- Balcony
- Body soap
1/4Single Room with Shared Bathroom
- Alarm clock
- Balcony
- Body soap
- Carpeting
1/4Standard Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
- Alarm clock
- Balcony
- Body soap
- Carpeting
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What Guests Loved
Based on 145 reviews
Pros +
- The hotel is historic and old, nice bathrooms.Close to town.
- Shower installation
- Wasnt open for Breakfast
Cons -
- The showers were terrible! Whilst having a shower the water filled up the entire enclosure I was showering in. I believe there are serious drainage faults on how the showers were installed. The drainoff angle is very wrong and needs to be rectified immediately! I also noticed this the last time I stayed there, please fix this asap
- TV wasnt working, no air-conditioning or fans, the window to the bedroom was nailed shut and could not be opened, the bed was rock hard, had to buy a mattress protector to make usable, the mattress was stained due to no mattress protector. The ensuite had cobwebs and spiders all around the windows, there was and still is a dead bird outside the ensuite window, I wasnt expecting a palace as pub accommodation, however the lack of some simple care and attention has dropped the bar substantially at the Kentish.
- I didn't dislike anything, the beds and bedding were a little dated but they're renovating so after that itll be great
The hotel is historic and old, nice bathrooms.Close to town.
Shower installation
The showers were terrible! Whilst having a shower the water filled up the entire enclosure I was showering in. I believe there are serious drainage faults on how the showers were installed. The drainoff angle is very wrong and needs to be rectified immediately! I also noticed this the last time I stayed there, please fix this asap
Wasnt open for Breakfast
TV wasnt working, no air-conditioning or fans, the window to the bedroom was nailed shut and could not be opened, the bed was rock hard, had to buy a mattress protector to make usable, the mattress was stained due to no mattress protector. The ensuite had cobwebs and spiders all around the windows, there was and still is a dead bird outside the ensuite window, I wasnt expecting a palace as pub accommodation, however the lack of some simple care and attention has dropped the bar substantially at the Kentish.
Well situated . Clean and tidy . Staff friendly , helpful, respectful and polite ?
Awesome vibes, bit of live music, friendly locals, great staff. Accommodation was comfortable and clean.Had a great time, will definitely go back.Highly recommended.
The food and staff were excellent.
I didn't dislike anything, the beds and bedding were a little dated but they're renovating so after that itll be great
A nice restaurant
Insisted on charging $20 deposit for the room key though they could not guarantee getting the money back early in the morning from the staff. (Only from 9am) we waited reluctantly until 08:50 because we needed to meet up with some friends. no-one arrived! I also suggest that there should be a safe box for the keys.
Not great. Under construction
Could not get in until night staff arrived Had to wait hours to get in
Breakfast does not begin before 11am so that was too late for us as we were due to drive to visits at 9:15am. The staff were very friendly and the restaurant staff were amazing. Both rooms were clean and tidy. Toilets were also very clean and well maintained. There was a shared kitchen area for guests to use. We knew ahead there would be live music, which on the Friday night was pleasant to hear - from our rooms. Loved the history of the old building dating to 1853, I think.
The towels provided in the room were pretty well-used and there were throws on the beds in our rooms which felt awful to touch. We had to check in at the public bar, there was no one there to take our booking initially and it took a while as they appeared short staffed. We had not been told renovations were on going - which when finished will be good. We also were unaware that there was a twenty dollar charge for keys which was repaid upon departure - via a cleaner who was very friendly. There was a walk to have a shower, a closer walk to toilets - near our rooms. Sat. night the DJ was full of playing bass, it was much louder than Friday night and very disruptive to sleep.
The staff was welcoming and polite
Room was filthy no TV remote
Close to shops and not far from beautiful scenery.The service is good.
Renovations are underway, but it's going to look great when that's complete.
The place in in the middle of a renovation and it will be nice when done. The bathrooms is quite lovely. It's finished. There was tea and coffee and a jug provided.... but...
There is no powerpoint near the jug is on the dresser, you have to put the jug on the floor to boil it.The water pressure in the bathroom and the sink in the room is poorThere is a remote, but its a remote to a AC which does not exist. There is a TV but no remote.I had to give $20 as a key deposit. They knew I was leaving at 8am and said there would be someone there to give me my money back, there was no one. I have asked for it to be refunded. We will see.... A bit Fawlty Towers really.
The location The restaurant food was amazing.. the staff were so beautiful!!
Only one power plugs worked in the room.. The tv didn’t work, the heater didn’t work One shower for 12 Rooms, the water was cold Took hour and a half to check in..
The building
Bed sheets, hairs in and on bed ,not vacumed properly . Staff were friendly . Enjoyed the window.
The Hotel and staff
very uninviting room, linen, furniture, all past there used buy date, bed was creaking with any small move.we expected an old premises, but our room looked like someone had just moved out 10 mins before we moved in. Think the rental days may be over for this one after 100 plus years.the Hotel itself was good we had been there before.
It's pretty cheap and grotty there
Minimal hot water, the place was being renovated with workmen outside the bedroom window at 7am Saturday morning...
The staff was lovely and friendly from the moment we arrived and did explained that renovation was happening will look good once completed, walk into town, was very close to the venue where 60th birthday was located, just there for one night as it was convenient for mum and I
Was never mentioned about $20 key depositNever mentioned about renovation until we checked inThe bedding needs updating looked old, worn No one onsite to return key back to, to get your deposit back, or return key box, left key in room with a note, suggest leaving envelope for customer and a key drop off box maybe
We will come again regardless
Bad towels not cleaned enough . Pillow cases and duvets smell and beet sheet not really clean got e bad smell like Washed with kalt water.sorry about that the rest was okay.
Close to town
No clean towels beds not made
There were plenty of takeaways close by
Pretty much the whole experience. At first I was told i had no booking despite showing the booking confirmation. I was charged $20 for the room key. The bedding left a LOT to be desired- tattered! The bar closed early, the kitchen even earlier so I had to go to a takeaways for dinner.And with the smell of burning dust when I used the room heater I'm surprised it hasn't caused a fire yet. Not recommended
Amenities & Policies
Amenities
Activities & Things to do
- Casino
Swimming & Soaking
- Beachfront
Food & Drinks
- Restaurant
Media & Technology
- Free Internet Access
Transportation
- Free Parking
- Airport Shuttle
- Accessible parking
Accessibility
- Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
Business facilities
- Business Center
General
- No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
Guest policies
| Check-in | After 12:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Check-out | Before 10:00 AM |
| Internet | Free Wi-Fi is available. |
| Parking | Free parking is available. |
| Children & Extra Beds | Children are not allowed. Children of age 18 and above can stay with extra bed, subject to additional charges. |
| Pets | Pets are not allowed. |
| Room Rates | All rates displayed are for two guests unless otherwise noted. |
Important info
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.
Location
5 Queen Street Waiuku, Waiuku
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