Lodge Bordeaux is proud to be rated 5 Star and excellent by hundreds of happy guests on many review sites. Offering luxury accommodation to the discerning traveler or business executive, just over 2 hours drive from Auckland and a short distance from Whangarei shopping and business district, restaurants, sports and conference facilities. Beautifully landscaped grounds with heated swimming pool in season (approximately October to April). Room décor is sophisticated and elegant. The fabrics and linens are tasteful, the bathrooms are luxurious. Rooms are spacious, many have their own balcony or patio. Under floor heating, air conditioning/heating. Café style breakfasts delivered to your rooms. Licenced mini bars. Free unlimited Wi-Fi.
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HOTEL STYLE
Modern
Business
Languages Spoken
English, French, German
Location
361 Western Hills Drive - State Highway 1, Whangarei 0110 New Zealand
Lodge Bordeaux
236 reviews
Getting there
Car recommended
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Had a lovely 2 nights here. The room was very well equipped and they had minibar and food snacks which were reasonably priced and great if you get in late. Although we didn’t need to use any, it is a very nice touch. The laundry was excellent and free to use with powder, not something you get normally. The owners were most welcoming and very helpful when I needed them. Would definitely stay again!
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Date of stay: January 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
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Response from David Chamberlin, Owner at Lodge Bordeaux
Responded Jan 15, 2023
Thanks Anna, really pleased that you enjoyed your stay and our efforts to make it everything you needed. We really appreciate your positive review which helps other people to find us. Regards, David & Stephanie
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Very nice room it is a good size with a very comfortable bed. We were there for 2 nights for work and enjoyed the stay so we stayed an extra night. Close enough to town to walk there in 15 minutes, although it is on the main road the road noise was negligible.
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Date of stay: July 2024
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Trip type: Traveled on business
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The accomdation was excellent, clean, and was serviced every day, everything was quality and the bed was so soft and comfortable ( this writer could have lingered there for hours reading or watching the in room TV). The special touchs of ordaments, the Gideon bible which is always appreciated, the lovely skylight, and underfloor heating in the bathroom so lovely to step on too. The kitchen has all that you would need including a variety of glasses, cups, mugs and even a teapot, all of which added to the experience. The hosts are wonderful, friendly and special thanks for changing the light bulb so quickly much appreciated :-) Although the weather didn't allow for sitting outside, the cushions and area were wonderfully set out, will have to come back in the summer :-) Definity our place to stay at when in Whangarei.
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Date of stay: May 2024
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Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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During the past eight years we have stayed at Lodge Bordeaux whenever visiting Whangarei. Resident Manager Stephanie, her husband David and on this occasion, their son Josh who recently joined the business, always give us a warm welcome. Lovely family who ensure your stay is perfect. We have stayed in a Studio Spa room and also Balcony Spa room, both are beautifully presented. Rooms are spotlessly clean, well equipped, quiet and very comfortable with nice finishing touches to add to French decor. The balcony Spa room was spacious and a home away from home, ideal for our 4 night stay. Bed was very comfortable, crisp white cotton sheets and beautiful bead spread with cushions. Corner spa bath and excellent shower overhead. Towels top quality. Balcony had table and chairs plus bench seating, cushions, great place to relax at end of the day. Location of motel is perfect for us. If required, reasonably priced, mini bar set up in fridge. We discovered nearby Bontanica Gardens, beautiful native trees giving shade to concrete walking paths though out the gardens, fern house, cactus house, rose gardens etc, perfect for a morning walk. Highly recommend Lodge Bordeaux, we would not stay anywhere else.
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Date of stay: January 2022
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Room Tip:Middle studio or back balcony studio, where we have stayed have been quiet.
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Response from David Chamberlin, Owner at Lodge Bordeaux
Responded Jan 27, 2022
Lovely to see you both again Carol after a long COVID induced gap in your travels. Thank you for writing such a detailed and precise appraisal of the rooms and facilities - very helpful to other travelers! We also enjoy a walk in the local botonical gardens - lovely spot and a nice walk from here.
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Lodge Bordeaux is superb, run by a delightful couple, Stephanie and Dave who do their upmost to ensure a pleasant stay. The studio room with spa in bathroom was beautifully furnished with comfortable seating, very comfortable bed, quality linen/towels and a fully stocked mini bar at reasonable prices. Bathroom and kitchen area well designed and fitted with quality appliances. Shower over spa bath. The grounds are quiet and well thought out with nice pool area. We have stayed at Lodge Bordeaux several times and it would always be our first choice when visiting Whangarei.
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Date of stay: December 2019
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Room Tip:Spa studios are downstairs. Convenient parking space in front of studio room.
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Response from Stephanie C, Manager at Lodge Bordeaux
Responded Feb 3, 2020
Thank you Nomad, lovely to hear all your positive comments and that you appreciate all the little things we do to make every visit, a most enjoyable stay. Looking forward to seeing you again on your next visit. Regards, David
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We loved staying at Lodge Bordeaux for our 3 nights. The modernity and cleanliness is second to none. Stephanie and David are fabulous hosts. We visited in Autumn so didn't use the pool but the spa bath was lovely and we appreciated the top quality linen. The mini-bar was reasonably priced and we enjoyed a delicious cooked breakfast. Although it's on the main highway, we didn't notice much road noise from our unit at all. We'd definitely recommend this highly rated motel. Thanks for our lovely stay - Chrissie and Liam
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Date of stay: May 2021
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Room Tip:We stayed in an upstairs room a bit further from the road with a nice balcony, room 12. Has a...
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Response from David Chamberlin, Owner at Lodge Bordeaux
Responded May 14, 2021
Thanks Chrissie and Liam, we really appreciate your detailed and positive review. Regards, David & Stephanie
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Superb all around. The accommodations and amenities, the location, very walkable, and Stephanie’s breakfast should not be missed. We stayed for 7 nights and chose the room with a balcony. Fabulous to have the outdoor space. In addition, the room itself very bright and cheerful. The kitchen was well equipped with teas and coffee, also a mini bar menu if you need a quick bite. The owners were friendly as could be. Including the resident dogs and cats. They are available with any advice as needed. Also a great selection of DVDs and games to borrow. The beds are very comfortable, amenities in the bathroom are great as well.
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Date of stay: November 2023
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Room Tip:All units come with a dedicated parking space.
Room 13 was perfect, and best views when there are...
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Response from Stephanie Chamberlin, Owner at Lodge Bordeaux
Responded Nov 24, 2023
Hey Guys, thank you so much for your amazing review, we really do live for making sure our guests are looked after and you both made it so very easy. We really hope to see you again.
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Stayed 4 nights at Bordeaux Lodge and it was very enjoyable. The property is well managed and cared for as the owners live on site and are great hosts! Very friendly, welcoming and hospitable. Housekeeping was thorough and our studio was “very” clean. Our studio room #9 was spacious with a king bed that was super comfortable, pillows were clean and linens were nice cotton. Slept well here and we appreciated it. The room had a small kitchen but with everything you need. Everything in the kitchen was very clean which I always take notice of. The room is supplied with items for snacks, breakfast items, drinks, etc., with an appropriate price list. Thoughtful touches abound. The kitchen is so well equipped though that it is easy to bring in your own supplies for breakfast. The bathroom is large, with plenty of towels, bathrobes for guests use and amenities. Parking is easy and assigned right in front of your door. There is a complimentary washer and dryer for guests use as well. I can’t think of anything that could be improved on. A great stay!!
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Date of stay: March 2020
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Response from jomachc, Owner at Lodge Bordeaux
Responded Mar 30, 2020
Thank you Flymeaway2 for your thorough and detailed review. We are very pleased to hear how well suited the room was for your needs - and also very happy that you noticed all the little things we add to seek the perfect experience. We hope the rest of your trip was also very enjoyable. Regards, David
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We stayed here 9 years ago and it was wonderful and this time was no different...even had the same 1 bedroom unit as before #7. Everything was spottless and it looked like nothing had been used since we were there last time. Im not sure if anything had been replaced but most of everything looked brand new....even the kitchen sink. The room had plenty of space, nice comfortable lounge chairs, King bed which is hard to get out of in the morning as it was so comfortable. Bathroom was large and plenty of vanity space for your personal things, great shower but the only negative thing is its in a spa bath. Being a bit older and not long having a knee replacment I found it a bit difficult getting in and out due to not wanting to slip. This unit was ground floor and had a small patio where you could sit out and still be private. Hosts are very friendly and are willing to help with anything you may need. Laundry had 2 washing machines and dryers. Parking is free and right outside of your room. Great location - you could walk into Whangarei if you wanted to or its a 5 min drive. We have no hesitation in recommending this property....it is really something special.
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Date of stay: February 2020
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Response from Mobile814255, Owner at Lodge Bordeaux
Responded Apr 24, 2020
Thank BeeJay1950 - we're really pleased to hear that your enjoyed your stay so much! We try very hard to keep everything updated and fresh, as well as spotless of course. Looking forward to having you back here again - maybe a little sooner than 9 years this time :-)
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This motel is outstanding, far superior to any other in Whangarei. This was our second visit here and we have booked to return next year. The standard of cleanliness is more than you may expect but it is the extra luxuries we enjoyed. The spa bath, the underfloor heating, the dishwasher, the heated towel rail, and the extensive entertainment system. All the comforts of home. Welcoming hosts complete the picture. We took a 1 bedroom apartment which was quiet and set well back from the road. I cannot recommend this establishment more highly. Go there for comfort on every level.
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Date of stay: May 2024
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Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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PRICE RANGE
₱8,418 - ₱8,882 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
New ZealandNorth IslandNorthland RegionWhangarei
NUMBER OF ROOMS
15
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