When you stay at Comfort Inn Sunset in Thames, you'll be near the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Goldmine Experience and Burke Street Wharf. .This apartment is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from The Treasury and 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Thames Historical Museum.
Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome) - 92 min drive
Restaurants
Subway - 5 min drive
Seoul Chicken - 5 min drive
Bakehouse - 5 min drive
McDonald's - 5 min drive
KFC - 5 min drive
About this property
Comfort Inn Sunset
Comfort Inn Sunset offers 9 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary toiletries. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers.
This Thames apartment provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.
Make yourself at home in one of the 9 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Flat-screen televisions with satellite programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Bathrooms have bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include electric kettles and free tea bags/instant coffee, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as a picnic area and gas grills.
Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Internet
Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Free uncovered self parking on site
Limited on-site self parking
Food and drink
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Microwave
Refrigerator
Tea bags/instant coffee
Bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV with satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Deck/patio
Garden
Gas grill
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
Pets stay free
Suitability/Accessibility
No lift
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Daily housekeeping
Guidebooks
Iron/ironing board on request
Local maps
Restaurant dining guides
Virtual front desk
Things to do
Fishing nearby
Theme park nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
Security system
Fire extinguisher
General
9 units
Garden
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Express check-in available
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval
Pets
Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Payment types
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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a security system
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Sunset Motel Thames
Sunset Motel Apartment
Sunset Motel Apartment Thames
Comfort Inn Sunset Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 98 out of 156 reviews
10 - Excellent
98
Rating 8 - Good. 42 out of 156 reviews
8 - Good
42
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 156 reviews
6 - Okay
11
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 156 reviews
4 - Poor
3
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 156 reviews
2 - Terrible
2
9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
MENG AI
Travelled with family
1 Jan 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Lovely location with seaside within 1 min and a stream just next to our apartment. Loved the birds and sunset viewing. Minimal road noise in unit 5.
Clean room. Comfortable beds. Newly renovated bathroom and toilet.
Full kitchen appliances and shared BBQ facilities. It just lacks some cooking utensils: baking dish to use in the oven, big salad bowl and a cover for the frying pan.
Owner was very accommodating - She let us check in without pre-payment as we arrived late.
Thames is a pretty little town.
We enjoyed our stay. Highly recommended.
Had a great 1 night stay. Our kids (4 &2) enjoyed having a lawn right outside to play on and the beach so close. Place was clean, modern, comfortable beds and couches. Will come back here next time we're in Thames
Good location just out of town. Beach out front of the motel with lovely views of the sunset over the beach. Comfortable bed, electric blanket, good shower pressure, was able to watch the rugby game on tv because there was Sky Sport and movies in the room. Host had turned heat pump on prior to visit and text instructions on key.
We always have a great stay at Sunset Motel. Check in is always a breeze with self check in. Diane (manager) is super lovely, always keen for a chat and helps out if we ever need anything. All the staff are great, very respectful of privacy especially during turnover service. Location is brilliant, clear view to the water if you are keen on fishing and need to check what’s happening. Reserve right next door if you bring your pup for exercise. Just a great property to relax or get away.
This little gem gives you a great view of the ocean. The accomodations are super clean, roomy with a cute little kitchenette!
The beds are super comfy! Air conditioning after. Hot day of hiking was so appreciated!
The owners were delightful and ready to fix any issues that Came up!
Loved this little find!
We were blessed to find a half pint of milk in the frig which we used for breakfast cereal. This was no mistake left from a previous occupant because this is the second time we experienced this nice touch of hospitality. Also they washed our almost week's clothes and refused payment
Finally it is right on the Firth of Thames north of Thames. So it is a very quiet place to rest by the found with gentle breezes blowing. A beautiful spot in my opinion. The room was quite comfortable with separate living room. What more could you want?
Peaceful setting as it is behind a reserve with pohutukawas and picnic tables leading down to the small beach.
Meryn
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
4/10 Poor
Des
Travelled with partner
6 Dec 2024
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Would not use again. Window latches missing and the ones there were unusable.
Lots of coming and going from access to
beach area made you feel insecure.
Drapes on windows not clipped correctly, tv reception was terrible shower not much better. No reception never saw anyone and the drive into the unit was like driving the bronks. They seem to accommodate for permanent occupancy.