Whakatane Hotel

Lovely meal. Nicely presented. However the person serving was more interested in her phone. She could have been cleaning windows on her down time. They were in need of doing. First impressions are everything.

I love the old heritage building, it's wot I grew up with. Staff are great value & very assisting, well done keep up the good work. Beers & cheers Brenda & the team!!
Location location is a must being a traveller.
Cafes & shops just outside the front door, Ohope beach 10 minutes over the hill & of cos for something a little more relaxing soothing for the body, u can't ignore the Awakeri hot springs!
Ma te wa!

The staff were friendly it had a really good feel about it but there were a few bugs in our room and smelled of mould slightly.. love how there was an upstairs outdoor balcony and how there was an entertainment/lounge room that was nice and warm.
The beds were very comfy thankyou, it's just the taps of the shared bathrooms the women's one were loose and my partner said while he was mid shower the tap fell off and it was really hot and he found it hard to turn off with it coming off.
I would come stay again if the mould smell got removed and the taps were fixed.although everything else was 10/10 we still felt there should be a standard of mould and regular maintenance all round. Otherwise it was a good stay (:

Conveniently located in central Whakatane a short walk to the iSight and the water front. The main beach was a short drive away in the next bay.
Our main room was comfortable and good value, with a TV that worked well though we found the bathroom though clean it was a bit smelly, probably the shower curtain. The hallway lights did shine through from the window above the entry door.
The shared kitchen had everything we needed to be able to cook our own meals and the lounge area very comfortable with couches, armchairs and table's and chair's. There were also a couple of TVs to relax in front of over a drink and some food.

This is an established hotel, so all facilities are old however, it is VERY comfortable and has everything you need ie fully equipped kitchen, choice of bath or shower and complete laundry facilities. The staff are welcoming and endeavour to make your stay enjoyable. The position of the hotel is excellent. I would definitely stay here again.