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title: "Masonic Hotel Waitara, Waitara: reviews, location & comparison"
description: "Masonic Hotel Waitara in Waitara: rated 8.5 by guests, 3-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side."
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retrieved: 2026-10-11
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Hotel · ★★★
# Masonic Hotel Waitara

Waitara, Waitara, New Zealand

8.5 ·  Very good 10 reviews ·  #1 #1 of 1 in Waitara ·  4.0/5 on Google, 124 reviews ·  4.0 Location score
## About Masonic Hotel Waitara

Masonic Hotel Waitara is a hotel in Waitara, Waitara, New Zealand. It holds a 3-star rating. Guests rate it 8.5 out of 10 across 10 reviews. Facilities include free breakfast, bar, free parking, free wi-fi. It is 0 m from the centre of Waitara. The nearest airport, New Plymouth Airport (NPL), is 5.2 km away.

- **Type:** Hotel

- **Star rating:** ★★★

- **Check-in from:** 12:00

- **Check-out until:** 10:00

- **Rooms:** 8

- **Floors:** 2

- **Opened:** 1880

- **Last renovated:** 2014

- **Smoking:** Smoke-free property

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 0

9 McLean Street [masonicwaitara.co.nz](http://www.masonicwaitara.co.nz/)

## How Masonic Hotel Waitara scores

Compared with the average hotel in Waitara.

-   Guest rating **8.5**
-   Location **4.0**
-   Facilities **3.3**
-   Families **0.0**
-   Spa & wellness **0.0**

Waitara average

## Rating on Google

4.0/5

124 Google reviews

-   5★48%
-   4★31%
-   3★16%
-   2★0%
-   1★5%

From the property’s public Google Maps listing. It is shown for reference and is not part of the StayVersus score.

## Amenities

Free breakfastBarFree parkingFree Wi-Fi

### Food & drink

-   Free breakfast
-   Bar
-   Room service

### Leisure

-   Casino

### Internet

-   Free Wi-Fi

### Parking & transport

-   Free parking

### Services

-   Luggage storage

### In the rooms

-   Air conditioning
-   Minibar
-   Coffee or tea maker

### Policies

-   Smoke-free

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **4.0**/10

- **Walk grade:** **33**/100 Car recommended

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **10**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **0**

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## Masonic Hotel Waitara: in detail

Great care is taken to ensure guests experience comfort through top-notch services and amenities. Remain linked during your visit by utilizing the complimentary internet access available. The hotel offers complimentary parking for guests who arrive with their own mode of transport. Reception services featuring luggage storage are available to cater to your requirements. During leisurely days and evenings, in-room amenities such as room service and daily housekeeping enable you to maximize your stay in the room. The hotel is completely smoke-free. Crafted for coziness, every guestroom provides an array of features, guaranteeing a tranquil night's sleep while maintaining the level of comfort. For an elevated experience at hotel, select rooms are equipped with air conditioning to improve your stay. Expand your in-room entertainment choices with various amenities, such as television offered in certain accommodations. Rest assured that your hydration needs will be met, as some guestrooms are equipped with a refrigerator, a coffee or tea maker and mini bar. Maintain your cleanliness and comfort using a hair dryer and toiletries available in select guest restrooms. Begin your day on a delightful note with a scrumptious complimentary breakfast, consistently served at Masonic Hotel Waitara. Begin your holiday mornings right with your essential cup of coffee, offered daily at the cafe on-site. During your visit, indulge in a range of delightful culinary choices at hotel to enhance your experience. Enjoy an entertaining evening alongside your fellow travelers at hotel's very own bar and casino.

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## Questions about Masonic Hotel Waitara

### What are the check-in and check-out times at Masonic Hotel Waitara?

Check-in starts at 12:00 and check-out is until 10:00.

### Does Masonic Hotel Waitara include breakfast?

The listing mentions free breakfast. Check the room you book to confirm it is included.

### Is there parking at Masonic Hotel Waitara?

Yes, the listing mentions free parking.

### How far is Masonic Hotel Waitara from the airport?

The nearest airport, New Plymouth Airport (NPL), is 5.2 km away in a straight line.

### How many rooms does Masonic Hotel Waitara have?

Masonic Hotel Waitara has 8 rooms on 2 floors.

Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. [How we score](https://stayversus.com/en/about/)

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