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The Dome Waikino

Waikino

The lodge consists of 1 bathroom with a hairdryer and free toiletries, and a seating area.

The lodge offers a sun terrace. There is a garden with a barbecue at this property and guests can go hiking and cycling nearby. Very special place in a very unique setting.

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9.3
Superb
114 reviews
Price from
Rp 1,272,873
per night

Amazing Kiwi Lodge

Whangamata

Located in Whangamata, 1.9 km from Whangamata Beach, Amazing Kiwi Lodge provides accommodation with free WiFi, air conditioning and access to a garden with an outdoor swimming pool. The accommodation has a hot tub. Clare is lovely and very welcoming with information about the area, suggestions of places to visit and eat. Breakfast was delicious and delivered to our patio. Being outside of town was peaceful, and still easy to get to everything.

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9.5
Exceptional
109 reviews
Price from
Rp 2,146,413
per night

Kauri Lodge Karapiro

Karapiro

Just 5 minutes' drive from Lake Karapiro, Kauri Lodge Karapiro offers free WiFi, mountain views and accommodation with a patio.

Kauri Lodge Karapirois 15 minutes' drive from both Hobbiton Movie Set and Cambridge Town Centre. This holiday home is an hour drive from Waitomo Caves, Tauranga and Rotorua. The studio was very clean and well equipped! We had a very warm welcome by Shona the owner. Really close to Hobbiton. It’s like on a farm stay, very quiet and green around. Overall an amazing experience, highly recommended!

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9
Superb
180 reviews
Price from
Rp 2,146,413
per night

Wairua Lodge - Rainforest River Retreat

Whitianga

Nestled amongst a lush valley, Wairua Lodge guests enjoy free continental breakfast and free in-room Wi-Fi. Guests can relax outdoors in the hot tub or enjoy the romantic treetop bathhouse.

Wairua Lodge is a 15-minute drive from Whitianga and a 30-minute drive from Hotwater Beach. Cathedral Cove is a 35-minute drive and Auckland International Airport is a 2.5 hour drive away. What an amazing location, deep in the bush, overlooking a river at the bottom of the ravine. The hosts, Debbie and Ernst, were friendly and helpful. The home-made bread and honey from the bees in the back garden were absolutely delicious. Room and bathroom were spacious and comfortable. Drive to Whitianga was just over 15 minutes, so you can enjoy the best of both worlds, forest and sea.

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9.8
Exceptional
231 reviews

La Casa Te Puru Lodge 3 stars

Te Puru

La Casa Te Puru Lodge features panoramic views of Thames, Hauraki Gulf and the rugged Coromandel Ranges. This unique Mediterranean-style villa offers rooms with views of the ocean or the Firth of Thames. Guests enjoy free parking and free WiFi. Stunning property, very comfortable, equipped with more than one needs and so very well maintained and fabulous views too! Amasing!

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9
Superb
219 reviews
Price from
Rp 1,487,514
per night

Hare's Rest

Taupo

Boasting a terrace and room service, Hare's Rest is attractively set in Taupo, 31 km from Orakei Korako Cave and Thermal Park and 31 km from Orakei Korako - The Hidden Valley. This lodge has a garden, barbecue facilities, free WiFi and free private parking. Honestly, this is the best booking I've ever experienced. Comes with access to 8 acres of land, homemade bread & cookies, and fresh eggs. The room is lovely and Allie was really nice to introduce us to her sheep and chicken.

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9.8
Exceptional
71 reviews
Price from
Rp 3,459,220
per night

Lakeview Lodge Karapiro 5 stars

Cambridge

Located at Lake Karapiro with Maungatautari Mountain backdrop, Lakeview Lodge Karapiro offers luxurious lodges with beautiful views.

The spacious lodges feature living and dining areas, a fully-equipped kitchen and both indoor and outdoor entertaining areas. Thé excellent lake views, drew us to the verandahs each night to enjoy the sunsets, starry skies and a beverage or two - even my grandson joined us for the moments of enjoying nature with hot chocolate - The lodge is very well designed and catered to our large group four queen rooms one twin share three toilet/showers large dining lounge area and well catered kitchen and laundry. Would definitely come back. Helen and Steven are wonderful hosts and offered us foods for breakfast - very thoughtful. Various points of interest - the sculptures and night lighting in the gardens, alpacas and family dogs, the veggie garden which Helen offered some food from . Thank you

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9.5
Exceptional
30 reviews
Price from
Rp 7,986,655
per night

WoodyHanger Lodge 5 stars

Whitianga

Ideally located just 5 minutes' drive from Whitianga town centre, WoodyHanger Lodge features views over Mercury Bay and is just metres away from native bush. It boasts an outdoor pool with bay views. Free WiFi is offered. The view is amazing. The apartment located away from the main house is beautifully decorated. It is a dream location and just 5 minutes drive away from Whitianga. The hosts were very nice and very discreet. We enjoyed the quietness and the beauty of the place. The 3 days that we spent there were a dream part of our vacation

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9.7
Exceptional
96 reviews
Price from
Rp 2,495,830
per night

Mercury Ridge

Cooks Beach

Set 10 km from Cathedral Cove, Mercury Ridge offers a garden, a shared lounge and air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi.

The lodge offers a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with free toiletries, a hairdryer and shower. A fridge is also offered, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. The accommodation is perfect and the hosts attention to detail fantastic. Amazing views and a level of luxury above the price.

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9.8
Exceptional
13 reviews
Price from
Rp 7,156,042
per night

The Flying Trout Boutique Lodge 5 stars

Taupo

Featuring an on-site tennis court, The Flying Trout Boutique Lodge is located in Taupo. Each spacious suites offers elegant décor and some provide views of the surrounding alpine area. Guests enjoy free WiFi and free breakfast daily. What a wonderful experience. We loved everything about this place, The food, the hosts and the fabulous view! Exceptionally comfortable place. Well done Roband Karen!

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9.7
Exceptional
95 reviews
Price from
Rp 6,588,990
per night

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