Blue Marlin Apartments

3.5 star property
3.5-star beachfront hotel near Buffalo Beach

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No. 13 - One Bedroom Upstairs Apartment | Living room | Flat-screen TV
Basic Studio, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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4 Buffalo Beach Road, Whitianga, 3510
  • Place, Buffalo Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Lost Spring Thermal Pools
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Cooks Beach
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Airport, Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome)
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

1 - Supreme Studio Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 409 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

No. 4 - One Bedroom Ground Floor Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 409 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

No. 5 - One Bedroom Ground Floor Apartment

  • 409 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

No. 7 - Two Bedroom Upstairs Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 915 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

No. 9 - Two Bedroom Ground Floor Apartment

  • 646 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Twin Beds

No. 10 - Compact Two Bedroom Ground Floor Apartment

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 388 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

No. 11 - One Bedroom Ground Floor Apartment

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

No. 12 - Upstairs Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

No. 13 - One Bedroom Upstairs Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 517 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Basic Studio, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

2 - Supreme Beachfront Studio Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 409 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

3 - Supreme Beachfront Studio Apartment

  • 409 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Whitianga

On the beach.Within a 15-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Buffalo Beach and Lost Spring Thermal Pools. Mercury Bay and Cooks Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Buffalo Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Lost Spring Thermal Pools - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Cooks Beach - 32 min drive - 26.0 miles
  • Cathedral Cove - 32 min drive - 27.1 miles
  • Hahei Beach - 35 min drive - 26.9 miles

Getting around

  • Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome) - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coro Club - Café & Venue - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Pour House - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Espy Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Go Vino - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Stoked - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Blue Marlin Apartments

3.5-star beachfront hotel near Buffalo Beach
Blue Marlin Apartments offers its guests a terrace, barbecue grills, and a garden. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Whitianga hotel is smoke free.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
Blue Marlin Apartments offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Whitianga hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Renovation of all guestrooms was completed in June 2025.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 5:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternate location: [4 Buffalo Beach Road Whitianga]
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and outdoor lighting
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Blue Marlin Apartments to the airport?

Blue Marlin Apartments is 1.7 mi (3-min drive) away from the Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Blue Marlin Apartments?

As of Oct 19, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Blue Marlin Apartments on Oct 27, 2025 start from $95.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Blue Marlin Apartments have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Blue Marlin Apartments.

How close is Blue Marlin Apartments to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Blue Marlin Apartments offer free breakfast?

Blue Marlin Apartments does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Blue Marlin Apartments?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Blue Marlin Apartments?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM.

Is there free parking at Blue Marlin Apartments?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Blue Marlin Apartments have a pool?

Blue Marlin Apartments does not have a pool.

Does Blue Marlin Apartments have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Blue Marlin Apartments to downtown Whitianga?

Blue Marlin Apartments is 0.4 mi away from Whitianga.