Parakai Geothermal Motel

Loveeeeeeee the huge outdoor tub for hot spring! Room is considered very clean although there are some spiders and cobwebs around, but this is normal and acceptable since the outdoor tub area is of nature settings. Tub is very clean too btw. The huge sofa and beds are very comfortable. Kitchen has a microwave oven which is very convenient although we didn't use it. Location is right beside some eateries and a supermarket (the fried chicken and fries are very nice in the supermarket!). A 5-10mins drive to Helensville with another supermarket and more eateries. Tried the sushi shop and thai food, both are good. Overall we had a great stay and would like to thank the friendly host too!

This is not luxury level accommodation, however for a place to sleep and relax in your private geothermal pool it is amazing value. We have stayed in a three bed unit and couple unit and although quite different layout both units were warm and comfortable. First in summer season and again in winter. Both times bed was comfy, however we encountered excess noise from a neighbouring property in the couple unit as this backed on to a residential home (not a resthome which was the three bed unit). To us this was exactly what we were looking for - functionality. We only needed tea / coffee, pool to relax and bed. TV was functional but not ‘high definition’ but that really was not a major concern. Parakai is an acceptable commute from Auckland / North Shore. Ideal for a relaxing change of scene and the Imaxx Indian restaurant in Helensville is a great nearby dining option. Personally I would not stay longer than two nights as that is time to relax but not get bored. Overall recommend. We certainly made a point to return and if it was more luxurious that would change the price and eliminate it from it’s target market.