The Junction Hotel is a establishment filled with cheer and iconic heritage. Located at 700 Pollen St, Thames, the venue provides you with dining, pokies gaming, refreshments and accommodation in the beautiful Coromandel Peninsula area. Having retained its classic charm, the hotel brings to mind the life and times of 1800s Gold Rush era of New Zealand.

Furthermore, they are always ready to regale you with historical stories about the hotel as well as the most interesting attractions to see around. Management has maintained the central location of the venue. By doing so, it is easily accessible and is right on the highways in and out of town. As such, even travelers can easily find the hotel. Read on to discover more about it in our review.

Menu, Bars & Pokies @ The Junction Hotel, Thames

While at the Junction Hotel, there are many activities and services which you can request. Firstly, the venue serves great food. The chefs prepare it using only the freshest ingredients. You can also have a drink of your choice at this hotel. With both alcoholic and non-alcoholic choices on offer, the hotel has everyone covered.

The main eatery within the Junction Hotel is known as Grahamstown Bar & Diner. Simply known as the ‘GBD’, it is a fun-filled location providing locals and visitors with the tastiest cuisine. The venue is one of the most popular ones in the Thames area due to dishes such as scotch fillet, stuffed chicken breast, roast vegetable quiche and the must try chicken caesar salad. With a relaxed atmosphere, this eatery facilitates a nice overall atmosphere.

Menu Sample – TIP ! Try the incredible Lamb Filo or a Pizza

Function hosting

The establishment also holds functions for its guests. There is a special function room with a capacity of 80 people. Here, you can have a private event for example a birthday celebration, business meeting, seminar or even wedding party.

The pokies entertainment

The pub has a neat little gaming lounge with 18 pokies that Kiwis love to play from IGT and Aristocrat. In fact this lounge is one of the most popular places to play the pokies in the Thames area.

Fun activities

The hotel hosts some special activities to keep locals and regulars entertained. Normally held in the resident Grahamstown bar & Diner, these events include wine tasting evenings every month, Quiz Nights on Tuesdays as well as music and comedy all through the year.

Accommodation

Should you want to extend your night of fun and partying at this venue, the Junction Hotel has ample accommodation in 17 rooms. There are many types of these available for you such as the family quarters, twin rooms, single and double rooms too. Backpackers with their budgets in mind can choose to stay in a large dorm accommodation within the hotel.

The accommodation options here contain features such as en-suite bathroom facilities, TVs, free Wi-Fi Internet, tea, coffee and a guest lounge too. They can also utilize the crockery, cutlery, microwave and refrigerator at any time during the day. You can book some accommodation here through the hotel’s website.

Conclusion

With a variety of amenities targeted at your comfort, the Junction Hotel is ideal for you. The venue provides a great base to explore the picturesque Thames area. In addition to that, travelers can stay here while passing through the town or just stop for a meal, a beer or some pokies fun.

Opening hours Grahamstown Bar & Diner

Open daily, 11am – 9pm Monday to Friday.

Lunch & Dinner and Breakfast from 8.30am Weekends to late.

Contacts

Phone 07 868 6008

Website www.thejunction.net.nz/

Map and address

The Junction Hotel
700 Pollen St, Thames 3500, New Zealand

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