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Offering mountain views, Te Karaka Lodge in Port Waikato offers accommodations, an outdoor swimming pool, a garden, a terrace, a bar, and a shared lounge. With a private beach area, the 5-star farm stay has air-conditioned rooms with free Wifi, each with a private bathroom. There's a restaurant serving local cuisine, and free private parking is available. At the farm stay, all units are fitted with a desk. A fridge and minibar are also featured, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. At the farm stay, each unit comes with bed linen and towels. Buffet and continental breakfast options with fresh pastries and fruit are available every morning at the farm stay. There is a snack bar, and packed lunches are also available. Guests at Te Karaka Lodge will be able to enjoy activities in and around Port Waikato, like hiking. The farm stay has a picnic area where you can spend the day outdoors. The nearest airport is Ardmore, 43 miles from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (10.0)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Buffet

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
1 king bed
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Property practices

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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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See what guests loved the most:

  • 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...
  • 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

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

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

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

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free parking
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
  • Private beach area
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
View
  • Mountain view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Private beach area
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Beach
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Game room
Living Area
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Radio
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (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 available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    • Baggage storage
    • Tour desk
    Entertainment & Family Services
    • Board games/Puzzles
    • Board games/puzzles
    Cleaning Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    Business Facilities
    • Fax/Photocopying
    • Business center
      Additional charge
    • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • Smoke alarms
    • Security alarm
    • Key access
    • 24-hour security
    • Safe
    General
    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Air conditioning
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Soundproof
    • Packed lunches
    • Carpeted
    • Soundproof rooms
    • Fan
    • Family rooms
    • Ironing facilities
    • Facilities for disabled guests
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron
    Accessibility
    • Raised 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
    • Fenced pool
    Spa
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    Languages Spoken
    • English
    • French

    House rules

    Te Karaka Lodge takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM

    Check-out

    From 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

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

    Crib and extra bed policies

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

    Prices for extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    There are no cribs available at this property.

    All extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction

    There's no age requirement for check-in

    Groups

    When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

    Mastercard Visa Eftpos Diners Club American Express Cash is not accepted Te Karaka Lodge accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform Te Karaka 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.

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

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

    FAQs about Te Karaka Lodge

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

      • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
      • Hiking
      • Game room
      • Swimming pool
      • Beach
      • Private beach area

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

    • Room options at Te Karaka Lodge include:

      • Double
      • Suite

    • Te Karaka Lodge has 1 restaurant:

      • Te Karaka Lodge Restaurant

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

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

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

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