Abbey Travel Lodge Motel welcomes visitors to Melville with practical comforts that matter after a day of exploration. Guests can take advantage of complimentary in-room WiFi while enjoying the convenience of self parking right on the property.
Melville, a neighborhood in Hamilton, is home to Abbey Travel Lodge Motel. Waikato Museum of Art and History and Founders Theatre are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Hamilton Centre Place and The Base. Waterworld and Taitua Arboretum are also worth visiting. Visit our Hamilton travel guide
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 15
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (9:00 AM - 5:00 PM)
Guests will receive key retrieval information
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk, key retrieval
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 45 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Rollaway bed fee: NZD 45 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
National rating
Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.
Property is also known as
Abbey Travel Lodge Motel Motel
Abbey Travel Lodge Motel Hamilton
Abbey Travel Lodge Motel Motel Hamilton
Frequently asked questions
Is Abbey Travel Lodge Motel pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Abbey Travel Lodge Motel?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at Abbey Travel Lodge Motel?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Abbey Travel Lodge Motel located?
Located in Melville, this motel is steps from Waikato Hospital and Braemar Hospital. Lake Rotoroa and Waikato River are also within 15 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Abbey Travel Lodge Motel Reviews
6.4
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Was a good place, a little run down and not as clean, but had a lovely huge bed and eas plenty of space, for one night it was fine
Stephanie
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
6/10 Okay
C
Oct 24, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This motel was very dated, and tatty around the edges. But it was spotlessly clean and the staff extremely welcoming
C
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
6/10 Okay
Chelsea
Dec 14, 2024
Liked: Staff & service
Okay place
It was okay. It wasn’t really dirty, but a few things gave me pause. The area was interesting too.
Chelsea
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
6/10 Okay
TONY
May 15, 2025
Disliked: Amenities
Close to Hospital allowing easy access. Photos on line did not show actual condition of the unit. Very dated and poor condition for the price charged, but did the job for what we needed at that time.
TONY
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
6/10 Okay
Verified traveler
Jan 23, 2025
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Close to hospitals, helicopters flying in and out a lot plus price for area was higher than being on the ocean front not too impressed
Verified traveler
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
2/10 Terrible
Peter
Dec 14, 2024
Disliked: Amenities
This is a very shabby and property in desperate need of renovation and redecoration
Peter
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
6/10 Okay
Mariana
Oct 25, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Glenda was extremely helpful when I needed help with duties outside her scope
I liked it was so close to the hospital.
I didn’t like how run down this property was. The mattress was so stained and grubby it had a vial smell to it also the service is not daily.
I arrived in Auckland and left immediately in a hire car, allowing a generous 3-hour window for what is typically a 1.5-hour journey. Unfortunately, due to an accident and heavy rain, the drive took much longer. During this time, neither I nor a representative from Expedia could reach the lodge manager, which only added to the frustration.
Upon arrival, things went from bad to worse. I was left running around in the pouring rain, trying to locate the correct unit—only to find the entrance gate was locked and I had no access. After a stressful and confusing search, I was finally offered a single room with a single bed—completely unacceptable, as I had booked and paid for a two-bedroom unit for two nights.
Eventually, I was moved to a larger unit, but it was in an appalling state. The paint was peeling throughout, the benchtop and shower window sill were damaged, and the walls were heavily stained and marked. It was run-down, neglected, and clearly not properly maintained.
There was no further communication from the management about placing me in the correct room, nor any apology or attempt to resolve the situation. They simply shoved me into whatever was convenient for them and washed their hands of the issue.
Terrible customer service and a terrible property. I would never stay here again and could never recommend this place to anyone.
It’s not always wise to choose convenience over a bit more travel.
Avoid at all cost!!!!