Located along the historic banks of the Waitangi River, Te Awa Lodge is 10 minutes’ drive from the Paihia waterfront and major cruise operators. Set on 2 acres of gently sloped pasture, it offers a seasonal outdoor pool and free WiFi. Accommodations options include basic rooms and self-contained apartments. All are equipped with self-contained-catering facilities, electric blankets, satellite TV and tea/coffee making facilities. Continental breakfast is served each morning in the communal dining area. Guests can also share an outdoor meal using the BBQ facilities. Tours to explore the spectacular surroundings can be booked at the lodge. You can also enjoy kayaking, swimming or picnicing along the secluded beaches. Te Awa Lodge is a 7-minute drive from Paihia and a 10-minute drive from Kerikeri. Free onsite parking is provided.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Gluten-free, Buffet

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
and
1 sofa bed
1 king bed
1 king bed
1 queen bed
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Guests must meet one or more requirements to stay in this property: Proof of full Covid-19 vaccination, a recent valid negative coronavirus PCR test, or recent proof of coronavirus recovery.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10
Facilities
9.7
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.7
Location
9.8
Free Wifi
10
High score for Paihia
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Chaovalit
    Thailand Thailand
    Very beautiful location. Nice hosts. Good breakfast.
  • Al
    United States of America United States of America
    Beautiful view of the river, super clean, modern, friendly staff, great breakfast.
  • Debbie
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Everything about this place is exceptional. The beautiful scenery and the place is very tidy and surrounded by beautiful gardens. Amazing service and on top of everything, lovely and friendly owners. Really enjoyed our time at Te Awa Lodge.
  • Jeffrey
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Very comfortable beds, generous size rooms, great showers,superb breakfast. Very obliging and affable hosts
  • John
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location is fabulous with amazing river views and beautiful gardens. Lovely swimming pool, great host- Martin cannot do enough for you. Good breakfast and excellent barbecue facilities. All in all, a wonderful stay.
  • Marjolein
    Netherlands Netherlands
    We had such a lovely stay with Martin, Whittaker en Coco. Only sad thing was we didn’t stay any longer. Could not recommend this accommodation enough.
  • Alexa
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Mum and I had a lovely stay at Martin and Eddy lodge. Amazing breakfast spread, easy to find, comfortable room, pool was amazing, and a lovely peaceful getaway in Paihia! Close to town, but far enough to just relax. Great value for money. I look...
  • Gort
    Australia Australia
    Location amazing, hosts went above and beyond, accomodation was exceptional. An out of the box experience with the scenery and hospitality provided.
  • Elke
    Germany Germany
    A great location with an amazing view. Martin and Edy give you a family feeling and it’s one of the best accommodation where we ever been.
  • Illonka
    Spain Spain
    We loved our stay at Te Awa lodge. The hosts were super friendly, helpful and flexible to accomodate our needs. The property´s location is stunning along the riverside. Breakfast was wonderful and flexible time wise. Marthin and Addy are superb...

Property questions and answers
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  • Do you have Sky TV?

    Hi there, Sorry but no Sky tv, only freeview. Hope this helps. Regards, Colleen
    Answered on 25 September 2020
  • Hi. Does the room include a private bathroom?

    yes all rooms have a private bathroom. Regards Te Awa Lodge
    Answered on 8 January 2022
  • Hi , from intercity bus stop how to come there? Any local transport service to the stay location?

    The Intercity bus stops in Paihia and our accommodation is a 15 minute drive from the bus stop.
    Answered on 15 June 2022

Area info

Amenities of Te Awa Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • River view
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun deck
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Shuttle service
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Private check-in/out
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Packed lunches
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Adults only
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoor swimming pool
  • Open all year
  • Adults only
Spa
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Spanish
  • Portuguese

House rules
Te Awa Lodge takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

The property is located on Puketona Road, which is also known as Black Ridge Road.

Please inform Te Awa Lodge of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Guests must meet one or more requirements to stay in this property: Proof of full Covid-19 vaccination, a recent valid negative coronavirus PCR test, or recent proof of coronavirus recovery.

FAQs about Te Awa Lodge

  • Guests staying at Te Awa Lodge can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Gluten-free
    • Buffet
  • Te Awa Lodge is 3.7 miles from the center of Paihia. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Te Awa Lodge include:

    • Apartment
    • Studio
    • Suite
    • Double
  • The prices at Te Awa Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Check-in at Te Awa Lodge is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Te Awa Lodge offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Swimming pool