8/10 Good
Geoff
Business traveler
Jun 16, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Geoff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Ballygelvar
3.5 star property
Guesthouse in Cambridge with a full-service spa and free breakfast
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Reviews
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
Popular amenities
- Breakfast included
- Spa
- Parking included
- Free WiFi
Explore the area
100A Maungakawa Rd, Cambridge, Waikato, 3496
- Lake KarapiroPlace, Lake Karapiro
- Cambridge i-SITE Visitor Information CentrePlace, Cambridge i-SITE Visitor Information Centre7 min drive
- Cambridge RacewayPlace, Cambridge Raceway8 min drive
- Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.)Airport, Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.)19 min drive
Room options
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Design Room
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Queen Bed
View all photos for Deluxe Room
Deluxe Room
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Queen Bed
About the neighborhood
Cambridge
Ballygelvar places you within a few miles (5 km) of Te Koutu Lake and Cambridge Farmers' Market. This 3-room, 3.5-star guesthouse welcomes guests with conveniences like a full-service spa, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
What's nearby
- Cambridge i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 7 min drive - 3.4 miles
- Cambridge Museum - 7 min drive - 4.7 miles
- Cambridge Raceway - 8 min drive - 5.4 miles
- St. Peter's School - 10 min drive - 7.4 miles
- Hobbiton Movie Set - 39 min drive - 27.7 miles
Getting around
- Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) - 26 min drive
Restaurants
- Clementine - 10 min drive
- Five Stags - 10 min drive
- Good Union - 7 min drive
- Prince Albert - 8 min drive
- Karapiro Cafe - 12 min drive
About this property
Ballygelvar
Guesthouse in Cambridge with a full-service spa and free breakfast
Guests of Ballygelvar enjoy access to a full-service spa, coffee in a common area, and a terrace. There's free parking if you drive. Staff members can help with accommodation requests, and provide front-desk service during limited hours. Other amenities at this spa guesthouse include a garden, barbecue grills, and a picnic area.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries, and memory foam beds with premium bedding ensure a restful night. Other amenities include balconies, electric kettles, and portable fans.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the guesthouse's full-service spa. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is open select days.
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Property amenities
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
- In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
Parking and transportation
- Free self parking on site
Food and drink
- Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM
- Coffee and tea in common areas
Things to do
- Full-service spa
Family friendly
- Mini-fridge
- Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
- Guidebooks
- Limited-hour front desk
Outdoors
- Barbecue grill
- Garden
- Outdoor entertainment area
- Outdoor furniture
- Picnic area
- Telescope
- Terrace
Full-service spa
- Aromatherapy
- Body scrubs
- Body wraps
- Deep-tissue massages
- Facials
- Hot stone massages
- Manicures/pedicures
- Spa open select days
- Sports massages
Accessibility
- Hardwood flooring in room
- No elevator
More
- Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
- Memory foam mattress
- Premium bedding
Bathroom
- Designer toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Private bathroom
- Shower
- Slippers
- Toilet paper
- Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
- Towels provided
Food and drink
- Chef service
- Electric kettle
- Free bottled water
- Freezer
- Mini-fridge
- Restaurant dining guides
- Tea bags/instant coffee
More
- Access via exterior corridors
- Connecting rooms available
- Desk
- Heating
- Individual decor
- Individual furnishings
- Iron/ironing board on request
- Laptop workspace
- Portable fan
- Printer
- Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 7:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 2:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests are recommended to download the property's Whatsapp mobile app before check-in
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval
Pets
- This property doesn't allow pets
Property 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 and cash
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: 2:00 PM—-7:00 PM
- Check-out: 10:00 AM
- Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.
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, credit card, or debit 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 and cash.
Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:
- Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services. Contact the guesthouse at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
- Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
- There are no elevators.
National rating
For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.
Property is also known as
Ballygelvar Cambridge
Ballygelvar Guesthouse
Ballygelvar Guesthouse Cambridge
Frequently asked questions
Is free cancellation available at Ballygelvar?
Ballygelvar offers free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on our site.
What's there to see close to Ballygelvar?
This guesthouse is located in Cambridge, close to Lake Karapiro, Cambridge Museum, and Cambridge Raceway. You'll also find Waikato River and Grassroots Trust Velodrome within a short drive.
Is parking available on site at Ballygelvar?
Yes, self parking is offered for free at the guesthouse.
Is there a spa available at Ballygelvar?
There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, body wraps, and aromatherapy. The spa is not open daily but only on select days.
Does Ballygelvar have a casino on the premises?
No, Ballygelvar doesn't have a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at Ballygelvar?
No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.
What do couples enjoy most about Ballygelvar?
Amenities that appeal to couples at this guesthouse include access to a chef, a memory foam mattress, and slippers.
Does Ballygelvar have a hot tub?
No, this guesthouse doesn't have a spa tub.
Does Ballygelvar feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?
Ballygelvar offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.
Will Ballygelvar allow pets to stay for free?
No, pets aren't allowed at Ballygelvar.
Are there connecting rooms at Ballygelvar?
Yes, this guesthouse has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.
Where is the closest airport to Ballygelvar?
The closest major airport to Ballygelvar is Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.), which is 16.1 mi away (26 minutes by car).
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Ballygelvar?
Yes, every accommodation at Ballygelvar comes with a balcony with some featuring garden views.
Ballygelvar Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
7.0/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Scott
May 23, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hosts of this property could not have been more welcoming and warm.
Scott
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
8/10 Good
John
Traveled with partner
Mar 10, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Country atmosphere, views and animals nice.
John
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024