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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
113 reviews
Price from
358 zł
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. The room was clean, the beds were confortable. The kitchen had all that was needed to cook a nice meal. Service provided by hosts was excellent and the extra we paid for the breakfast was well worth it.

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9.1
Superb
368 reviews
Price from
505 zł
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. Great hosts and very comfortable studo lodge

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9.5
Exceptional
109 reviews
Price from
538 zł
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
502 zł
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. The facilities, location, breakfast, night spa, outdoor bath, and fire pit area were all very nice! We truly enjoyed our stay.

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9.8
Exceptional
233 reviews
Price from
573 zł
per night

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. Everything was perfect! Gorgeous view, spotlessly clean and best of all the most gracious hosts Christine and Drew.

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9
Superb
219 reviews
Price from
356 zł
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
72 reviews
Price from
828 zł
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
1,911 zł
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 location was incredible, but was matched by the facilities and the hospitality of Warren and Carol. The room was excellent and we enjoyed the view so much we got take out from town and came back to eat out on the balcony. The breakfast was perfect. We really wish we could have stayed longer

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9.7
Exceptional
98 reviews
Price from
597 zł
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
1,712 zł
per night

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