Mercury Ridge

5.0 star property
Mediterranean bed & breakfast in Cooks Beach with free parking

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Breakfast meal
Lobby
Free minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi
Premium Villa | Living area | 42-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV, Netflix
Free minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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745 Purangi Rd, Cooks Beach, Waikato, 3591
  • Place, Cooks Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Cathedral Cove
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Lost Spring Thermal Pools
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Airport, Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

Premium Double or Twin Room

  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Large Twin Beds

Superior Double Room

  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Signature Studio Suite

  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Large Twin Beds

Premium Villa

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 10
  • 5 King Beds

Executive Apartment

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

About the neighborhood

Cooks Beach

Mercury Ridge places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Cooks Beach and Purangi Estate-The Purangi Winery. This 5-room, 5-star bed & breakfast welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and a hot tub.

What's nearby

  • Cooks Beach - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Shakespeare Cliff Lookout - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Cathedral Cove - 9 min drive - 6.7 miles
  • Hahei Beach - 13 min drive - 6.5 miles
  • Lost Spring Thermal Pools - 30 min drive - 24.9 miles

Getting around

  • Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Espy Cafe - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪The Pour House - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Stoked - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Smitty's Sports Bar & Grill - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪The Church Restaurant and Accomodation - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Mercury Ridge

Mediterranean bed & breakfast in Cooks Beach with free parking
Guests of Mercury Ridge enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a hot tub, and meeting rooms. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. Staff members are on hand to provide tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage. Other amenities at this luxury bed & breakfast include a terrace, laundry facilities, and wedding services.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and 42-inch Smart TVs with digital channels and Netflix. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and bathrobes. Free minibar items, electric kettles, and safes are also standard.
Recreational amenities at the bed & breakfast include a hot tub.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 2000
  • Communal living room
  • Mediterranean architecture
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Free stocked minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • LED lighting
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children 11 and younger (only guests older than 11 are allowed)

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: NZD 500 per accommodation, per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit 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; cash is not accepted
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free parking, along with a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit or credit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Mercury Ridge ?

Mercury Ridge provides free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see within easy reach of Mercury Ridge ?

This bed & breakfast is located in Cooks Beach, close to Cooks Beach, Purangi Estate-The Purangi Winery, and Shakespeare Cliff Lookout. You'll also find Flaxmill Bay Beach and Lonely Bay Beach within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Mercury Ridge ?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the bed & breakfast. Electric car charging is also available for guests.

Does Mercury Ridge have a casino on the premises?

No, Mercury Ridge doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Mercury Ridge ?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Mercury Ridge ?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this bed u0026 breakfast, including in-room massages and a minibar stocked with free items in each guestroom with some featuring sea views.

Are there hot tubs at Mercury Ridge ?

Yes, this bed & breakfast has a spa tub.

Does Mercury Ridge feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Mercury Ridge doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Mercury Ridge allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Mercury Ridge .

Does Mercury Ridge have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this bed & breakfast.

Where is the closest airport to Mercury Ridge ?

The closest major airport to Mercury Ridge is Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome), which is 20.2 mi away (33 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Mercury Ridge ?

Yes, every guestroom at Mercury Ridge comes with a deck with some featuring sea views.

Does Mercury Ridge have a wedding venue on site?

If you plan to exchange vows during your trip, consider the wedding services available at Mercury Ridge .

Mercury Ridge Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view of the bay. A warm greeting with a cheese plate and drinks on our arrival. Comfortable beds and delicious breakfast options.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Xin, Brea

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property. Warm host.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024