Private beach
Airport shuttle

Te Karaka Lodge

Port Waikato Waikaretu Road 1833, 2695 Port Waikato, New Zealand
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Te Karaka Lodge

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Scored 9.5
9.5
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
8 reviews

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A good location for a relaxing holiday in Port Waikato, Te Karaka Lodge is a farm stay surrounded by views of the mountain. The property features a private beach area, water sports facilities and private parking among other facilities. This 5-star farm stay offers full-day security and luggage storage space. Free WiFi is available throughout the property, as well as a terrace and a restaurant. The property also offers accommodation for disabled guests. The units come with air conditioning, a fridge, a minibar, a coffee machine, a walk-in shower, bathrobes and a desk. At the farm stay, all units are soundproof. All units feature a private bathroom, slippers and bed linen. The breakfast offers buffet, continental options and fresh pastries and fruits are being served. There is a snack bar, and packed lunches are also available. The farm stay boasts a variety of wellness options, including a hot tub, spa facilities and yoga classes. For guests with children, the farm stay offers outdoor play equipment. Guests can swim in the outdoor swimming pool, go hiking or walking tours or relax in the garden.

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Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free WiFi
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free parking
  • Room service
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
  • Private beach area
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (10.0)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet, Breakfast to go

Free private parking available on-site

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.6
Cleanliness
10
Comfort
10
Value for money
9.6
Location
10
High score for Port Waikato

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Jennifer
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Had a wonderful stay at Te Karaka Lodge, Aaron and Danielle were amazing hosts and Franz cooked very delicious food! It is isolated out in the countryside and exactly what we were looking for some time to unwind, it was amazing to see all the...”
  • Angela
    Ireland Ireland
    “It’s remote location , peaceful. Luxuriously appointed. Dominic’s food. Danielle’s and Aaron’s hospitality.”
  • Paul
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “Extremely comfortable and very relaxing. The team looked after us from start to finish and the food was fantastic”
  • Haiping
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “It’s brand new and everything is set up to very high standards. It’s very cozy and posh, very relaxing and also you know you will very well looked after. The food was amazing, you know the chef put a lot of thoughts into it when you tasted it.”
  • Carrie
    Hong Kong Hong Kong
    “Everything is perfect about this place. The road from Auckland to the property was a bit rocky but totally worth the trouble. It is such a quiet relaxing hideaway and this is what I have always envisioned of NZ. Aaron and Danielle are wonderful...”
  • Maryz
    China China
    “主厨的食物调味刚刚好，色香味俱全，是我吃过最好吃的西餐。早餐的烘焙餐点全是主厨当天亲手新鲜烤制，小玛芬是我在新西兰吃过最好吃的，外酥内嫩。两位经理帅哥美女，服务也超级贴心，无微不至。虽然他们不会说中文，但是一点不影响我们宾至如归的体验。 酒店在一个农场上，离奥克兰不到2小时车程，理想的田园风光，特别适合坐着发呆放松。我们去跨年，酒店还安排了音乐人表演爵士音乐，氛围满满。同住的有英国和日本的家庭游客，他们都白天开车到汉密尔顿、Reglan，旁边的Nikau...”

Managed by Aaron & Danielle

Company review score: 9Based on 11,632 reviews from 20 properties
20 managed properties

Company information

We can't wait to welcome you to our little slice of heaven. We like you to come as new guests and leave as family. If you are looking for a true Kiwi experience in a beautiful location with great food, you have come to the right place ! If you have any special requests at all, please do not hesitate to let us know.

Property information

We are a brand new property located in between Auckland and Hamilton. We are the ideal relaxation spot if you are looking for an escape from the city for a few days or are looking to explore New Zealand for the first time. Our Beef and Lamb station is 600-hectares and our luxury Lodge sits right in the middle of it. Truly a unique and memorable experience.

Neighbourhood information

There are lots of hidden gems in the area. Most of our guests love going to Nikau Cafe and Caves for a woodfire pizza and a tour of the beautiful glow worm caves. There is also a nice waterfall walk, 15 minutes drive from us. The Lodge sits in the middle of a 600-hectare beef and lamb station and we have walking tracks for our guests. For those that love the beach, we are a 30 minute drive from a black sand, west coast beach and the sand dunes. We can help organize pottery classes, yoga workshops and trips to Raglan, the cute surfer town.

Languages spoken

English,French

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Te Karaka Lodge Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      Local
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Modern
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of Te Karaka Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 9.6

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free WiFi
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free parking
  • Room service
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
  • Private beach area
  • Breakfast

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock

View

  • Mountain view
  • View

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Private beach area
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Coffee machine
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed

Activities

  • Walking tours
  • Movie nights
  • Beach
  • Water sport facilities on site
  • Hiking
  • Games room

Living Area

  • Seating Area
  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Radio

Food & Drink

  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

    Reception services

    • Invoice provided
    • Private check-in/check-out
    • Luggage storage
    • Tour desk

    Entertainment and family services

    • Kids' outdoor play equipment
    • Board games/puzzles
    • Board games/puzzles
    • Babysitting/child services
      Additional charge

    Cleaning services

    • Daily housekeeping
    • Laundry
      Additional charge

    Business facilities

    • Fax/photocopying
    • Business centre
      Additional charge
    • Meeting/banquet facilities

    Safety & security

    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • Smoke alarms
    • Security alarm
    • Key access
    • 24-hour security
    • Safety deposit box

    General

    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Soundproofing
    • Packed lunches
    • Carpeted
    • Soundproof rooms
    • Fan
    • Family rooms
    • Ironing facilities
    • Facilities for disabled guests
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron
    • Room service

    Accessibility

    • Higher level toilet
    • Toilet with grab rails
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Entire unit located on ground floor

    Outdoor swimming pool
    Free!

    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome
    • Pool/beach towels
    • Fence around pool

    Wellness

    • Yoga classes
    • Full body massage
    • Hand massage
    • Head massage
    • Foot massage
    • Neck massage
    • Spa/wellness packages
    • Spa facilities
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Massage
      Additional charge

    Languages spoken

    • English
    • French

    House rules
    Te Karaka Lodge takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 14:00 to 19:00
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    From 08:00 to 10:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0 - 10 years
    Extra bed upon request
    NZD 100 per child, per night

    Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    There are no cots available at this property.

    All extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Groups
    When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
    Cards accepted at this property
    American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubEftposCash is not accepted
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

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

    Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

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

    FAQs about Te Karaka Lodge

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

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

      • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
      • Massage
      • Hiking
      • Games room
      • Foot massage
      • Spa facilities
      • Hand massage
      • Movie nights
      • Neck massage
      • Private beach area
      • Full body massage
      • Beach
      • Head massage
      • Swimming Pool
      • Yoga classes
      • Water sport facilities on site
      • Spa/wellness packages
      • Walking tours

    • Te Karaka Lodge has 1 restaurant:

      • Te Karaka Lodge Restaurant

    • Room options at Te Karaka Lodge include:

      • Double
      • Suite

    • Check-in at Te Karaka Lodge is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • Te Karaka Lodge is 3.7 miles from the centre of Port Waikato. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Yes, there is a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Te Karaka Lodge on this page.

    • The prices at Te Karaka Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.