Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, on-site restaurant and a lounge bar, Discovery Settlers Whangarei is set among park-like surrounds along the Hatea River and beneath Mt Parahaki. All rooms are well-appointed with private bathrooms, satellite TV and tea/coffee making facilities. Heating and ironing facilities are provided. Wireless internet access is available. The à la carte Settlers Bar & Grill features a seasonal menu complemented by fine New Zealand wines. Guests can relax with a drink outside in the sunshine at the Garden Bar. Discovery Settlers Hotel is a 10-minute walk from Whangarei Marina and city center. It is a 10-minute drive to Whangarei Airport. Whangarei Falls are only 7 minutes’ drive away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the best-rated area in Whangarei, this hotel has an excellent location score of 8.6

Free private parking available at the hotel

Loyal Customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
or
2 twin beds
1 queen bed
1 king bed
or
2 twin beds
1 full bed
2 full beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.9
Facilities
7.9
Cleanliness
8.3
Comfort
8.3
Value for money
7.7
Location
8.6
Free Wifi
8.2

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Jeremy
    New Zealand New Zealand
    A good night's sleep in a comfortable bed after a long drive, with a hearty breakfast in the morning to start the day. Perfect imho.
  • Jeremy
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Very friendly Irish staff at the reception. Proximity to the town was good and in the summer i can see it being very good to walk to town.
  • Tony
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The room was quiet even though quite a few people were staying, the bed and shower were great, the staff friendly and the Location was ideal.
  • Macgillivray
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Love staying here fabulous restaurant great meals best breakfasts will be back in June
  • Erica
    Australia Australia
    Comfy hotel within walking distance to Town Basin. Hotel restaurant was handy.
  • Bob
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Very good location clean and tidy friendly staff great restaurant
  • Katie
    United States of America United States of America
    had everything I needed, fan, fridge, coffee/tea, milk towels etc very comfortable
  • Donna
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Staff very friendly. Great location to Town Basin. Breakfast.Pool.
  • Letty
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Everythng was perfect, the room ,the bed, the location, 99% perfect
  • Daniel
    Australia Australia
    Arrived at 2am after a delayed flight, staff were very kind and assisted check in late at night

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Settlers Bar & Grill
    • Cuisine
      Local
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian

Amenities of Discovery Settlers Hotel

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock

Outdoors

  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed

Living Area

  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Accessible parking

Front Desk Services

  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • 24-hour front desk

Cleaning Services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Business Facilities

  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe

General

  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
  • Room service

Outdoor swimming pool
Free!

  • Seasonal
  • All ages welcome

Languages Spoken

  • English

House rules
Discovery Settlers Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
From 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform Discovery Settlers Hotel in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

Please note that there is a 1.85% charge when you pay with a Visa or Mastercard credit card.

Please note that there is a 3.5% charge when you pay with an American Express or Diners Club credit card.

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.

FAQs about Discovery Settlers Hotel

  • Check-in at Discovery Settlers Hotel is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • Room options at Discovery Settlers Hotel include:

    • Studio
    • Twin/Double
    • Family
  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • The prices at Discovery Settlers Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Discovery Settlers Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Swimming pool
  • Discovery Settlers Hotel is 0.9 miles from the center of Whangarei. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Discovery Settlers Hotel has 1 restaurant:

    • Settlers Bar & Grill