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8 / 10 Guest Rating

Bush Bus

11 Newton Road, Maungatapere, nz

Bush Bus - main view

About the Property

Tranquil Garden Setting
Escape to a serene retreat at Bush Bus, surrounded by a lush garden and located near key attractions. Cosy Accommodation
Enjoy a comfortable stay in the well-equipped 1-bedroom apartment with a private entrance. Convenient Location
Explore nearby landmarks like Whangarei Art Museum and Ah Reed Kauri Park while staying close to the airport.

Ready to unwind in nature's embrace? Book your stay at Bush Bus now for a peaceful getaway.

Facilities & Amenities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Board games/puzzles
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
Cashless payment available
Fire extinguishers

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Check-in
Check-out10:00 AM

Property Notes

Managed by a private host A deposit may be required at the property.

Check Room Availability

1 night · 2 adults

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Guest Reviews

8
Excellent36 verified reviews
AI Summary

Guests highly rate the quiet farmland setting and frequently praise the .

Categories

Cleanliness6.5
Service9.0
Location9.5
Room Quality7.5
Amenities6.5
Value for Money8.0
Food and Beverage8.5
Overall Experience8.5

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ClarknzNZ
Verified booking
young couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Jul 8, 2025

"OK if you keep your expectations low."

4.0

Quiet farmland setting.

We booked this because of the quirky nature of the accommodation and the proximity to Whangarei. The photos on Booking.com make the bus appear more salubrious than it is. This is no more than a DOC hut with a comfy bed! It is an old transit bus converted into accommodation, but really done on the cheap. Definitely needs a good spruce up (deep clean and new decor). Curtains are insufficient to provide privacy in the toilet (located in the drivers cab). The shower floor slopes enough to be a slip hazard. No soap or shampoo provided. A squeege would be a useful addition to clear the floor of excess water after showering. The dehumidifier needs to be run constantly to keep damp and condensation under control.

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DaniellenzNZ
Verified booking
solo traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 8, 2025

"Exceptional"

10.0

Peaceful, quiet..great for a night away

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NiknzNZ
Verified booking
review category business travellers
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 7, 2025

"Quirky, different, peaceful."

9.0

It was quirky, different, unique, very chill, relaxing. It’s quite bohemian, if different is your thing, then it’s pretty cool and different. Shower and bathroom were good - if one is wondering what these are like on a bus. It was raining and cold when I stayed, I still enjoyed it. Would recommend for something different to an intrepid traveller

If you like high quality, then this is not for you. It’s great quality of a quirky nature.

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FloriannzNZ
Verified booking
young couple
Standard Room
Stayed in May 15, 2025

"What an experience"

9.0

Such a great place :) It has everything you need. Super comfortable bed. Easy communication and a very relaxing and peaceful view from the shower and toilet.

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BethnzNZ
Verified booking
young couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Apr 17, 2025

"Super cool location and quirky details!"

9.0

Its quirkiness! It was very cool, a super peaceful location! Loved the toilet and shower set up! Water pressure in the shower was good too!

No steering wheel on the toilet!

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ThomasnzNZ
Verified booking
young couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Mar 31, 2025

"Superb"

9.0
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WebbernzNZ
Verified booking
solo traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Mar 21, 2025

"A quirky comfy place to stay."

7.0

The property was easy to find. I liked the quirkiness of the bus and the set up/design/layout. It was well placed on the property and felt reasonably private. The bed was very comfy. Over all the property was very clean.

I wasn't expecting an immaculate presentation but I was expecting a tidier finish. I feel it would benefit a refresh as things looked a bit tired, like the hole in the ceiling lining above the bed. I would incorporated the light switches with the pull cord system used to signal a bus stop request. Then got rid of all the conduit. And add some form of mechanical venting for the shower.

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SebastianarAR
Verified booking
young couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Mar 16, 2025

"Exceptional"

10.0
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HenkauAU
Verified booking
young couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Mar 11, 2025

"Exceptional"

10.0

Bush location and quirky nature of the accommodation.

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NatashanzNZ
Verified booking
family with young children
Standard Room
Stayed in Feb 23, 2025

"A novel experience"

8.0

Such a fun and novel experience; my son absolutely loved the idea of camping out in a bus, and I liked the luxury of flush toilets, running water and electricity.

As other reviews mentioned, the only downside is that there doesn't appear to be any way to lock the door. In saying that, we didn't see a soul during our stay, so the need to lock up didn't really exist.

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