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9.8

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Outdoor space

Washer

Check-in time

3:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

Mount Maunganui, Bay of Plenty

Mount Maunganui Beach3 min walk
Tauranga (TRG)2 min drive
Blake Park3 min drive
Mount Maunganui7 min drive

Most relevant reviews

10/10 Excellent

Very clean and comfortable. Very well appointed.

Pam J.

Apr 19, 2023

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

About this property

The Little Blue Penguin

Summary:
Kristin and Pete welcome you to stay at The Little Blue Penguin. We offer guests comfortable and clean accommodation, stylishly decorated with thoughtful touches throughout. With every guest booking a donation will be made to support the New Zealand little blue penguin. This newly renovated, fully self-contained two bedroom private suite oozes comfort and style.

The Space:
Located on the lower level of a family home, the suite is completely separate from the main house. Enjoy privacy and security with your own private access and courtyard with BBQ. The suite has two bedrooms and for those extra guests there is a sofa bed. The open plan living area opens up right onto the courtyard and the full kitchen has all the amenities, including a dishwasher and washing machine.
There is good wifi and chromecast for watching Netflix etc.
Just a sort stroll to the beach and with the location central to all that Mount Maunganui has to offer we are sure you stay will be memorable!

The location is very central as follows :
Approximately:

- 500 metres to Mount Maunganui Golf club
- 500 metres to beach
- 2 kms to Bayfair shopping Centre
- 5 kms to Downtown Mt Maunganui
- 5 Kms to Mauao
- 2 Kms to Airport

Guest Access:
Guests have access to the whole suite

The Neighborhood:
You are a short walk away from the beautiful Mt Maunganui beach as well as a wonderful cafe named George. Also very close by is the Mount Maunganui golf course

Interaction with Guests:
The owners reside upstairs and are available if required.

Property manager

Timeinaplace

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Washer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Tauranga

This apartment is located in Mount Maunganui, a neighbourhood in Tauranga. The Elms Mission House and Monmouth Redoubt are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Mount Maunganui Golf Club and Mount Maunganui Summit Track. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at ASB Baypark or Tauranga Domain.

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Mount Maunganui, Bay of Plenty

What's nearby

Mount Maunganui Beach - 3 min walk
Blake Park - 3 min drive
Bayfair Shopping Centre - 3 min drive
Tauranga Domain - 5 min drive
Mount Maunganui - 7 min drive

Getting around

Tauranga (TRG) - 3 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Coffee Club - Bayfair Shopping Centre - ‬2 min drive
‪The Rising Tide - ‬13 min walk
‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
‪The Freeport - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Little Blue Penguin pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Little Blue Penguin?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Little Blue Penguin?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Little Blue Penguin located?

Located in Mount Maunganui, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Mount Maunganui Beach and Mount Maunganui Golf Club. Maunganui Beach and Blake Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Pam J.

19 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mount

Very clean and comfortable. Very well appointed.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary D.

19 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Would recommend

My husband and I stayed for a week. We were both pleased with the experience. Hosts were very accommodating and friendly. Home was cozy and tidy. Especially during the cold snap that came through when we arrived. Home had been warmed before arrival. Very appreciative. Location was perfect. Close to everything especially the beautiful beach. Would definitely stay again and highly recommend

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrea R.

29 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very tidy unit

An extremely tidy and well presented unit. The beds were very comfortable and the unit had everything you could possibly need.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aggie W.

3 Jan 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Close to everything and super quiet

Our stay at the Little Blue Penguin suite was fantastic! My mom and I found both beds to be very comfortable and the unit to be tranquil. The location was effortless to find, and the directions for check-in were straightforward to follow. This unit is best suited for adults or couples. You can access it from "town" using the rentable scooters, but the parking spot made it easy to have/use our rental car. I had to use Google to figure out the stove, but that was likely because I'm Canadian and unfamiliar with that type of stove. Being able to do laundry was vital as I had already been on the road for three weeks before we arrived. There is a secluded spot to hang your clothing to dry, doubling as an outdoor dining area. We had a few questions for the owners, and the response time was rapid and helpful. I would stay here again and would recommend it to anyone else. This was the perfect spot for my mother (73) and myself (49).

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Simone P.

7 Dec 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Stay

Great property, friendly owners would recommend

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jo L.

9 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Compact space, but has everything you need. We always cross our fingers for good shower pressure and good pillows - this place had both.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne and Greg L.

15 Jan 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay.

Tidy and clean and nice and handy.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Jarred D., 49 stevenson

29 Dec 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Nice and cosy place

Place was nice and clean, very conveniently located close to most things. Only issue is it's very noisy as owners stay right above and you can here them most of the time walking about.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

sandra g.

11 Dec 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Papamoa

The property was very clean and lovely and was in a good location but I felt the photo's in the advert were misleading in that I did not expect that it was under the owners house and the outside area did not live up to expectations

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joel R.

5 Dec 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely

Was a great little place for a small group. Had everything we needed and was very tidy. Great location also

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karyn L.

16 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely property

Lovely property just as advertised. Very comfortable beds. Good central location. Host has thought of all the things you might need to make your stay comfortable. Highly recommend.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hinewairangi T.

7 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Would stay again :)

Great location, private, minutes from the beach, owners were friendly and communication was clear. Very clean and modern property with a nice kitchen that had everything you need to cook with. Photos were accurate and we really enjoyed our stay. Thank you!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sue R.

26 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice location, close to the hub of Mt Maunganui. .. airport , cafes etc... Freshly Decorated

Easily Viewed Online Great Communication Nice Freshly Decorated Apartment Fantastic Immenities Plus Outdoor Courtyard

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jaay H.

20 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely!

Lovely and clean place to stay! The shower pressure and temp was easily the highlight!!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

colin h.

31 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot

A comfy and cosy place to stay. Beautiful beds and linen, well appointed kitchen. Great location for exploring the Mt.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

18 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fab little pad!

Very clean, everything you need, enjoyed being able to have a Nespresso in the mornings! Perfect for the three of us and good location. Also very comfy beds 😁

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stacey B.

18 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely

Very modern & tidy

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard W.

18 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Getaway

Perfect place for a couple or small family to get away for a few days.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debra R.

30 May 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Can’t fault our stay, location was perfect and the house was really modern would definitely recommen

Great stay great hosts

Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jill B.

21 Apr 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

The property was clean and tidy with lots of appliances and kitchen aids. Access was easy. Carparking very secure. Quiet road. Owners very helpful and had left plenty of suggestions of things to do within the area

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris D.

4 Apr 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just what we needed

Great parking and good location. Space is well presented.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

emily d.

3 Mar 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay! Right near the beach

Great stay right near the beach

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shelly H.

9 Feb 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place and only a short stroll to the beach

Clean, very well appointed. loved the welcome card and the wine. Was only there for 2 nights and suited us perfectly. Thanks for a great stay. Shelly

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Glenn F.

14 Nov 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic stay!

Great little place which was super clean and modern - everything was decorated with great taste and anything we needed was provided. Good location for us and very relaxing and private. We would stay again and recommend this property. Easy and clear instructions and friendly hosts with a very cute dog!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

6/10 Okay

Tina B.

29 June 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Check-in, communication

Nice and clean

Parking area for 1 car only

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by Timeinaplace

Hi my name is Kristin from Time in a Place holiday property management. I am lucky enough to be a long term local of Mt Maunganui and I endeavor to make your stay in the beautiful Bay of Plenty enjoyable. We invite you to come and enjoy our fantastic beaches, cafes and restaurants and am happy to offer advice on the great activities we have available. You will find that all of our properties are clean and well provisioned for your holiday needs.

Our business Time in a Place takes the hassle away from holiday home owners by offering holiday home management which includes preparing homes for short term letting , managing of bookings and servicing properties between stays.