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Reviews of The Reef Beachfront Apartments This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

178 Marine Parade, 3149 Mount Maunganui, New Zealand

#16 of 134 vacation rentals in Mount Maunganui

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 623 hotel reviews

9.0

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.3

  • Comfort

    9.4

  • Location

    9.5

  • Facilities

    9.2

  • Staff

    9.3

  • Value for money

    8.6

  • Free Wifi

    8.1

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  • Reviewed: April 5, 2025

    10
    Enjoyed our short stay, weather was not the best, but the swimming pool and hot pool made it.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment with Pool View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The flush on the main bathroom toilet was a little unreliable sometimes and the shower pressure in the same bathroom was not as good as the second bathroom.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 1, 2025

    8.0
    Great stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment with Pool View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Had to learn how to use appliances

    Nice big apartment with great views

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: April 1, 2025

    10
    Girl's trip away and we all loved the roominess, cleanliness and location of this fantastic property
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing!!

    Stunning apartment very roomy and wonderful views. The pool area was a definite bonus as was the proximity to the beach. Toni was exceptional very friendly and professional and nothing was too much trouble.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 31, 2025

    9.0
    good location, friendly staff and a nice place to stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment with Pool View
    • Stayed 3 nights

    More toiletries for the length of stay

    Pool and location

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 31, 2025

    9.0
    Will return one day
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment with Pool View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Exceeded our expectations

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 29, 2025

    10
    Must return one day
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Perfect location for a beach holiday. Pool ideal and heated. Own garage space. Toni was super cool, friendly and welcoming. Loved the place

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 24, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Three-Bedroom Apartment - Beach Front
    • Stayed 1 night

    Spa or fully heated pool would be nice.

    Directly over the road from the beach, you can see the surf. Spacious apartment and huge deck area. Free parking and closish to Mt town 5 min drive. 15 minute walk.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 23, 2025

    10
    Definitely recommended. On arrival we had a friendly welcome from Viv and later from Toni. A truly fabulous few days, no
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Absolutely nothing to comment on.

    Astounding property, the owners of the apartment (310) are to be complimented on their high standard of facilities and furnishings. It was a luxurious comfortable home from home. The sea view from the balcony was superb. We would highly recommend staying here, great value for money too. The pools were amazing, the hot pool was so relaxing. We were even able to borrow body boards for the beach.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 13, 2025

    9.0
    Very relaxing, by the pool reading and great walking across the road on new beach front walk to the Mount
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment with Pool View
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No issues

    Good understand cover parking Nice 2 bedroom Apartment overlooking the pool , we enjoyed the heated pool and I tried the hotter pool , not to busy

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 9, 2025

    10
    Perfect environment kind workers very clean and everything is calm
    • Travelers with friends
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment with Pool View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Everything was good nothing was wrong

    The environment of the property was peaceful and perfect everyone was so very kind.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 4, 2025

    9.0
    Not longer enough but that’s on us for not booking in longer
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment with Pool View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    2 nd bedroom beds were a bit small for bigger adults maybe could swap /have 2 king singles in room

    Pool/ spa great for us older folk has hand rails ..

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 1, 2025

    9.0
    Pool, beach, repeat! Awesome!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment with Pool View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Loved it all, lovely apartment, Well appointed, great balcony overlooking the pool. Staff friendly & nice. Beach directly opposite. A great stay. A1.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 1, 2025

    10
    Amazing spacious rooms, lovely staff and our kids loved the pool!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment - Ground Floor
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Loved everything

    Amazing spacious rooms and lovely staff!

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 26, 2025

    8.0
    Great location and stay despite tired interior.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The beds were very soft, and living room furniture needs to be updated. Great potential, and still a great choice, but old decor and furniture. Also - no aircon in the bedrooms, nor fans - it did get very hot.

    Great location and views!

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 25, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom Apartment - Beach Front
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No aircon, and the bathroom fan was not working.

    Location: spacious apartment, pool.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 21, 2025

    9.0
    Brilliant, high quality accommodation with superb views and all the facilities you could want.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom Apartment - Beach Front
    • Stayed 4 nights

    The lounge furniture is starting to show its age and there was a bit of a musty odour in the en-suite bathroom. None of this spoiled the stay - just thought it might be something to keep an eye on.

    The apartment was particularly good for me and my two adult sons (who don't like sharing a bedroom).

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 20, 2025

    9.0
    A very ceasy, comfortable and enjoyable stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment - Ground Floor
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No complaint intended, but one couple had single beds in their room. We would have preferred a double arrangement.

    The reception was very warm and helpful, the parking was convenient and secure, and it was a very easy walk in and walk out experience. The pools hot and cool were very welcome.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 17, 2025

    9.0
    Beach break in a buzz cruise pitt
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment with Pool View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The ironing board was broken but replaced as soon as we reported it.

    Really well equipped spacious apartment . So quiet yet only yards from the beach.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 16, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment - Ground Floor
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The apartment was way more spacious than I was expecting, will all amenities and a beautiful view out to the pool. The pool was nice and warm, and had a spa! Our kids had a great time swimming despite the windy weather.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 15, 2025

    8.0
    Loved our stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    For me the apartment needs a upgrade, bathrooms especially and lounge/outdoor furniture to make it feel cozy apart from that it’s a great place to stay

    Love the complex, great staff, amazing views, across from the beach, would defo go back

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 13, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Everything is always immaculate, and the property and pool area so lovely. Our room was feeling a little dated, as I don’t think much has changed with the decor in the past decade, but every room is slightly different, so it may have just been that unit. But units are very well set out with a lot of space to holiday and relax.

    We have been staying at the Reef each year for the past 17 years. It’s wonderful location close to a beach surf break is the added drawcard, but it is a lovely situation just our from the busy central area of the mount. Always love our stays.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: February 1, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful time. Pool was awesome for kids. Close enough to other places
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment with Pool View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Could have been slightly cleaner, found a couple of old contact lenses on floor

    Great spacious rooms, great view over pool & pool was awesome

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 31, 2025

    10
    Amazing view, everything you need. It quiet and peaceful and close to all restaurants/shops
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The apartment has everything you need and what a beautiful view

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 29, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment with Pool View
    • Stayed 5 nights

    It would have been better if there wasn't any carpet in the rooms.

    Great location, the swimming pool was awesome and the rooms were clean. If possible we would love to go return.

    Stayed in January 2025

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