Name: Te Karaka Lodge
Address: Port Waikato Waikaretu Road 1833, 2695 Port Waikato, New Zealand, Port Waikato Waikaretu Road 1833, Waikato, 2695, New Zealand
Rating: 9.5

Te Karaka Lodge

–Excellent location – show map

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About this property

Elegant Accommodations: Te Karaka Lodge in Port Waikato offers a 5-star farm stay experience with a private beach area, spa and wellness center, sun terrace, and a year-round outdoor swimming pool. Guests enjoy free WiFi, a restaurant, bar, and a variety of activities including yoga classes, film nights, and hiking. Comfortable Amenities: The property features family rooms, a games room, and a hot tub. Additional facilities include a lounge, beauty services, and a tour desk. Free on-site private parking is available, along with daily housekeeping and full-day security. Dining Experience: The modern restaurant serves local cuisine with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options. Breakfast includes champagne, fresh pastries, and a variety of fruits. Guests can also enjoy a bar, outdoor seating, and picnic areas. Activities and Surroundings: Port Waikato offers scenic mountain views and opportunities for walking tours and hiking. The surrounding area provides ample space for relaxation and outdoor activities.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Breakfast Info

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

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Availability

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Room Type	Number of guests
Deluxe King Room 1 queen bed
Executive Suite 1 king bed

Guest reviews

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See what guests loved the most:

Tarek

Australia

“Great and isolated location. Great facility and amenities. Great staff”

Ayren

United States

“The owners, the staff, the food, the location, the hospitality, the smell, the ambiance, the sound, the temperature.”

Lovely

United States

“This place is truly an oasis in the middle of such a beautiful part of the country. And from the moment you step out of your car, you are welcomed to an incredible stay by the most professional and warm staff I think I’ve ever met.”

Ivan

Canada

“From the moment I arrived, I felt like an honorary guest. Danielle and Aaron were extremely gracious hosts. Fabulous facilities. The chef and his team prepared an amazing feast using only the best local ingredients. This was by far the one of the...”

Carrie

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...”

Trevor

New Zealand

“Variety Generous portions Staff attentive Setting scenery”

Ali

United Kingdom

“Beautiful and peaceful location with exceptional hospitality and a warm welcome”

Ilya

United Arab Emirates

“Absolutely amazing place with beautiful interiors, great hosts and delicious food. I wish we could have stayed longer!”

Phil

Australia

“Such personal service and amazing location. I couldn’t fault it.”

Ialonsoetxeba

Spain

“The experience has been awesome, and the best place to rest in the last days of our trip to New Zealand. The place is very special, surrounded of nature, and the hotel seemed like home to us rather than a hotel. The staff super collaborative, and...”

Managed by Aaron & Danielle

Company review score: 8.8Based on 27,424 reviews from 28 properties

28 managed properties

Company info

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 info

We are a luxury boutique Lodge located just 1.5 hour from Auckland and Hamilton airport. 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 sheep station is 600-hectares and the Lodge sits right in the middle of it. We offer airport transfers and onsite farm tours as well for a truly unique and memorable experience.

Neighborhood info

There are lots of hidden gems in the area. Most of our guests love either going horse riding or visiting the beautiful glow worm caves just 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 as well.

Languages Spoken

English,French

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, 9.8

House rules

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

Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM

You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

Check-out

From 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Cancellation/ prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.

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 cribs and 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 and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Groups

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

Cards accepted at this property

Cash is not accepted

Smoking

Smoking is 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.