4/10 Poor
Kathie W.
23 Apr 2026
Kathie W.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2026
Entire apartment
Iconic Blue Beachfront Studio
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Reviews
4.04.0 out of 10
Entire apartment
1 bedroom1 bathroom65 sq m
Popular amenities
- Pool
Explore the area
Papamoa, Bay of Plenty
- Taylor ReservePlace, Taylor Reserve1 min walk
- Papamoa BeachPlace, Papamoa Beach2 min walk
- Gordon Spratt ReservePlace, Gordon Spratt Reserve2 min drive
- Tauranga (TRG)Airport, Tauranga (TRG)13 min drive
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About the area
Tauranga
With a stay at this apartment in Tauranga (Papamoa Beach), you'll be steps from Taylor Reserve and Bay of Plenty. .This apartment is 11.2 mi (18.1 km) from Mount Maunganui and 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Papamoa Beach.
What's nearby
- Taylor Reserve - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
- Papamoa Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Simpson Reserve - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
- Motiti Reserve - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
- Gordon Spratt Reserve - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
Getting around
- Tauranga (TRG) - 17 min drive
Restaurants
- Henry & Ted - 2 min drive
- The Goodhome Gastropub - 10 min drive
- KFC - 6 min drive
- Pearl Kichen - 10 min drive
- Big Bake Bakery - 7 min drive
About this property
Iconic Blue Beachfront Studio
Cozy fully refurbished Studio Apartment right on the golden sands of Papamoa Beach. Property has direct beach access with sea views from the apartment as well as adjoining large deck.
Property features large king size bed and double couch-bed, comfortable stay for up to 4 people. Fully equipped kitchen. Family-friendly accommodation; not suitable for parties. Access to the beach front pool.
Additional Information:
Parking: No on-site parking, but ample parking is available at the public reserve carpark right outside the house entrance.
Decking would be shared with another unit next door if occupied by guests at the time.
Please Note: We also have a larger 2 bedroom unit available next door if not occupied by guests and this can be open up into 1 larger space if a bigger group or family would want to stay. Please inquire for additional details.
Property features large king size bed and double couch-bed, comfortable stay for up to 4 people. Fully equipped kitchen. Family-friendly accommodation; not suitable for parties. Access to the beach front pool.
Additional Information:
Parking: No on-site parking, but ample parking is available at the public reserve carpark right outside the house entrance.
Decking would be shared with another unit next door if occupied by guests at the time.
Please Note: We also have a larger 2 bedroom unit available next door if not occupied by guests and this can be open up into 1 larger space if a bigger group or family would want to stay. Please inquire for additional details.
Your apartment features a Smart TV. The bathroom has a shower.
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
- Pool
Internet
- Available in the apartment: WiFi
Food and drink
- Hob
Bedrooms
- Bedroom
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 1 bathroom
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Entertainment
- Smart TV
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- 20 steps to reach entrance
- No lift
- Smoke-free property
Safety features
- No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
- Unit size: 700 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 22
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Seniors-only community
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Iconic Blue Beachfront Studio Reviews
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