Hobson's Choice Motel
212 Victoria Street
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20 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
20 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
Why people book this hotel
“Heat pump in room fabulous, sky tv channels a winner for us and bonus electric b…”
“The smell as soon as we entered the room was lovely”
“The room was spotless”
“Huge room, super clean with very comfortable bed”
“Like last time, very clean, tidy and smells lovely when you walk in”
“Location very handy to township, staff extremely discreet, we had a great time a…”
“The hosts were lovely”
“Staff where friendly and accommodating”
“Comfy beds close to town good parking”
“Unit was clean and parking was right outside the front door”
“Value for money”
Overview
Just 400 metres from the Northern Wairoa River, Hobson's Choice Motel offers studios and apartments with a kitchenette and outdoor patio. Surrounded by sub-tropical gardens, it has an outdoor swimming pool. Guests enjoy free WiFi and free parking. The property is a recipient of the 2016 TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence. All studios and apartments have a TV with 50+ satellite channels, a microwave and ironing facilities. Tea/coffee making facilities and a fridge are included. Private bathrooms come with either shower facilities or a bathtub. Hobson's Choice Motel is a 15-minute walk from Dargaville Town Centre. Whangarei Airport, Waipoua Forest, Maunganui Bluff and Kai Iwi Lakes are all within an hour's drive away. Auckland is a 2-hour, 30-minute drive away. Guests can arrange day trips at the tour desk, or request for laundry services. The motel also provides fax and photocopying facilities. A daily continental breakfast can be delivered to the room. Alternatively, there are cafes and bars within a 15-minute walk away.
Traveller reviews
Gabriella
couple
June 19, 2026
“Very good value for money, definitely coming back”
Like last time, very clean, tidy and smells lovely when you walk in
Tracey
couple
June 10, 2026
“THe motel was perfect and staff very friendly. Excellent value for money.”
The room was spotless. Bed was a King and very comfortable. Room was spacious with a kitchen and seating.
William
couple
June 7, 2026
“Comfortable, welcoming, a definite return for us”
Location very handy to township, staff extremely discreet, we had a great time and would definitely come back. Heat pump in room fabulous, sky tv channels a winner for us and bonus electric blankets which we didn’t need. They have thought of everything.
kerrie
couple
June 2, 2026
“Pleasantly surprise, great option for a road trip.”
Good accommodation option when travelling though this area. Huge room, super clean with very comfortable bed. Not fancy but perfect for a road trip.
Gabriella
couple
May 31, 2026
“Very unassuming, but exceeded expectations”
The smell as soon as we entered the room was lovely
Bridgeman
solo_traveller
May 26, 2026
“Great for a short break”
Great location
Clive
solo_traveller
May 18, 2026
“It was perfectly fine for the needs of three adults.”
The apartment was large, but a little dated, which wasn’t a problem.
Ben
couple
May 12, 2026
“Awesome”
Clean. Comfy beds close to town good parking.
Robert
couple
May 5, 2026
“I be back next year!”
Bed very comfortable with lovely softy clean sheet. Towels, kitchen ware all available with everything you needed. Sky TV AWESOME!
Teresa
family_with_children
April 29, 2026
Great location, exceptional beds and super clean. Will definitely stay again. The hosts were lovely.
Denise Burlingham
family_with_children
April 28, 2026
“Unit was clean and parking was right outside the front door. Staff where friendly and accommodating”
Unit was clean and parking was right outside the front door. Staff where friendly and accommodating
Angela
solo_traveller
April 27, 2026
The free upgrade was greatly appreciated
Fonteyn
couple
April 25, 2026
“Clean, comfortable and good for an overnight stay”
Clean and comfortable, electric blanket was great
Julie
family_with_children
April 16, 2026
“Great facilities in this older style motel for a family stay, with plenty of room.”
Really large room and excellent kitchen facilities with a full size fridge. Nice hot shower and plenty of room for a family and luggage.
SHi
couple
April 9, 2026
The room is spacious. The staff is very friendly. I will recommend this place.
Margaret
extended_group
April 8, 2026
“Fantastic!”
Best motel ever stayed in. The 2 bedroom unit was same size as my own home. Very friendly person to greet us. Very clean was a home away from home. Will come back sometime.
de Vries
couple
April 8, 2026
“Comfortable bed for the night”
The bed was very comfortable , also the location is close to the city to nice restaursnts. The room is a bit dark but it was also raining that day. It needs a little more color I think.
Uschi
couple
April 7, 2026
“Great for a few days while traveling the North”
Ideal for a few days to see the Kauri Forest and Dagarville (and not far from City Center) It was clean and comfortable. Even with a small pool
Hure
couple
April 5, 2026
“Was very clean beds really comfortable convenient for a one night stay”
Easy to find convenient for a one night stay
Scott
couple
April 4, 2026
Value for money
Facilities
Food & Drink
Breakfast in the room, Breakfast options
General
Bicycle parking, WiFi available in all areas, Facilities for disabled guests, Family rooms, Non-smoking rooms, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning
Internet
Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi
Outdoors
Outdoor pool, Outdoor pool (all year), Garden
Parking
Parking, Free parking, Parking on site
Pool and wellness
Swimming pool, Swimming Pool
Services
Tour desk, Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage, Laundry
One-Bedroom Apartment with Spa Bath
Large 1-bedroom apartment comes with a separate living area, a satellite TV and a kitchenette with microwave. The outdoor patio and seating area features garden views. Private bathroom has a spa bathtub. Please note that the price is based on 2 guests. Maximum occupancy is 4 (see Hotel Policies).
Two-Bedroom Apartment
Large 2-bedroom apartment has a separate lounge area with a sofa bed. Its kitchen has an oven and microwave. The outdoor patio and seating area features garden views. Private bathroom has a bathtub. Please note that the price is based on 4 guests. Maximum occupancy is 7 (see Hotel Policies).
Double or Twin Studio
Studio comes with a satellite TV and a kitchenette with microwave. The outdoor patio and seating area features garden views. Private bathroom has shower facilities. Please note that the price is based on 2 guests. Maximum occupancy is 3 (see Hotel Policies).
King Studio
Studio comes with a satellite TV and a microwave. The outdoor patio and seating area features garden views. Private bathroom has a bathtub. This room has no capacity for additional guests.
Hotel Policies
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