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Mauao Studio

8 Valley Road Mount Maunganui, 3116 Mount Maunganui, New Zealand – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.4/10! <small>(score from <b>275</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
a shower with a glass door in a bathroom at Mauao Studio in Mount Maunganui
a kitchen with a sink and a microwave on a counter at Mauao Studio in Mount Maunganui
two chairs and a table with a potted plant on it at Mauao Studio in Mount Maunganui
a golf course with red trees and a flag in the grass at Mauao Studio in Mount Maunganui
a bathroom with a toilet and a sink and a mirror at Mauao Studio in Mount Maunganui
a hallway leading to a kitchen with a mirror at Mauao Studio in Mount Maunganui
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Mauao Studio

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Scored 9.1
9.1
Rated superb
Superb
275 reviews

Set in Mount Maunganui in the Bay of Plenty region, with Mount Maunganui Beach and Pilot Bay Beach nearby, Mauao Studio features accommodation with free private parking. The property is non-smoking and is situated 6.3 km from ASB Baypark Stadium. With free WiFi, this guest house offers a flat-screen TV and a fully equipped kitchenette with a microwave and toaster. Towels and bed linen are offered in the guest house. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. ASB Baypark Arena is 6.5 km from the guest house. Tauranga Airport is 4 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Free private parking available on-site

Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
9.3
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
9.1
High score for Mount Maunganui
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Peter
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “Perfect place to stay in great location. V comfy bed and pillows and all amenities needed.”
  • P
    Pawandeep
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “Lovely friendly hosts. Great location. Great access to beach front. Accommodation well equipped for an easy few days away. Nice and clean. It was lovely that the hosts...””
  • Cynthia
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “Convenient location. Quiet at night. Lovely host. Perfectly adequate and comfortable for a few days.”
  • E
    Eli
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “Very private and peaceful also has a very friendly neighbourhood”
  • Kelly
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “Excellent location, Lovely hostess, very welcoming and warm. We had a very cosy stay. Thank you ☺️”
  • Debbie
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “The location was close to town but far enough away so it was nice and quiet. The room is warm and comfortable and had everything we required.”
  • K
    Kimberley
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “Great place to stay. Nice and quiet but walking distance to Mt Maunganui shops and beach, etc, and handy to public transport. I was there for an event at Blake Park and didn’t use my car.”
  • René
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “The location was perfect. We had a warm welcome from Suzanne on arrival . We had to change our arrangement on short notice, Suzanne went out of her way to accommodate us and, without any hesitation, catered for our needs. Everything was...”
  • Allanah
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “This was a cute little room. Very tidy and clean. Everything was good.”
  • Jamie
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “Great little unit attached to the main house. Nice comfy bed and has all the amenities you need.”

Hosted by Jessica, Paul and Suzanne on the beach

9.6
9.6
Host review score
Host review score
Jessica, Paul and Suzanne on the beach
Great location with easy access to beach, shops and cafes, in quiet surroundings. A modern self contained studio with separate bathroom and kitchenette. Bikes available for use by guests.
We enjoy hosting our visitors and having travelled widely ourselves, know what our guests require in accommodation. In our spare time we enjoy golf, beach walks and socialising.
Water activities in the area include swimming, surfing, kayaking, wind surfing. Mount Maunganui and Omanu golf courses located within 3kms. Walking tracks around the base and to the top of the Mount. Hot pools located at the base of the Mount. Mount Main Street has many boutique shops and eateries with vibrant beachside atmosphere. Tauranga central shopping and restaurants a 10 minute drive or bus ride away.
Languages spoken: English,Japanese

Property surroundings

Facilities of Mauao Studio
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Beach
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Internet
Good free WiFi 21 Mbps. Suitable for streaming HD content and making video calls. Speed test carried out by the host.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
General
  • Electric blankets
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Japanese

House rules
Mauao Studio takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 12:00 to 18:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 09:30 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Mauao Studio in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about Mauao Studio

  • The nearest beach is just 550 yards from Mauao Studio. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Mauao Studio may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Mauao Studio is 0.9 miles from the centre of Mount Maunganui. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Mauao Studio is from 12:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Mauao Studio offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Beach

  • Room options at Mauao Studio include:

    • Double