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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. Such a beautiful, natural and convenient location. It was also very private! We were greeted by the alpacas upon arrival and Amir was an amazing host! he even provided us with firewood to make a gorgeous fire at night. He was very responsive to our messages as well - a lovely host who gave us so many local tips and tricks. We will be coming back again! Highly recommend this unique spot, perfect for couples!

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9.3
Wonderful
111 reviews
Price from
$98
per night

Tongariro Crossing Lodge

National Park

Set in tranquil surroundings with large landscaped grounds and a picturesque garden terrace with mountain views, Tongariro Crossing Lodge offers uniquely spacious rooms with historic character. A garden is featured. Staff were super friendly and upgraded us to a bigger room, helped us to get the shuttle organized and lots of other things. highly recommended

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9
Wonderful
364 reviews
Price from
$119
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
112 reviews
Price from
$134
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. Very clean, quite, peaceful, roomy, friendly owners

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9
Wonderful
179 reviews
Price from
$125
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. Fantastic location Super clean Great facilities for cooking Extremely comfortable bed

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9.8
Exceptional
233 reviews
Price from
$143
per night

La Casa Te Puru Lodge

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. the ladscape was great, especially during the sunset.

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9
Wonderful
218 reviews

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
72 reviews
Price from
$206
per night

Lakeview Lodge Karapiro

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
$475
per night

WoodyHanger Lodge

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 was amazing and it was very peaceful. Also, the cleanliness was outstanding. Warren was a very kind, attentive host who gave us plenty of tips about things to see and places to go.

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9.7
Exceptional
96 reviews
Price from
$148
per night

Mercury Ridge

Cooks Beach

Offering sea views, Mercury Ridge in Cooks Beach offers accommodation, a terrace and barbecue facilities.

Fitted with a balcony, the units offer air conditioning and feature a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with shower and free toiletries. A fridge is also offered, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle.

The lodge offers a business centre, free WiFi access, ironing service and free private parking. Amazingly beautiful property with stunning views of Cooks Beach. We loved getting to know the owners and they were very gracious throughout our stay. Home cooked breakfasts, lots of local knowledge and recommendations. You won’t regret your stay at Mercury Ridge.

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9.8
Exceptional
13 reviews
Price from
$426
per night

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