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Waterfalls Estate - Motel & Campground

Property class: 3.5
Enjoy the outdoor pool at this 3.5-star Haruru motel

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A wooden table and chairs set outdoors with a view of a river and forested hills in the background.
A riverside property with a paved path, a small building, and lush greenery.
A building with a balcony, outdoor seating, and potted plants.
A pool area with lounge chairs and a view of a lake.
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a balcony with a view, and a seating area.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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1 Old Wharf Road, Bay of Islands, Haruru, Northland, 0204
  • Place, Haruru Falls
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Paihia Wharf
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Paihia Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Studio, River View

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, a mirror, and a view of a pool and garden.

Standard Studio, River View

  • River view
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, First Floor, River View

A room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a balcony with a view of greenery, and a wall-mounted air conditioner.

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, First Floor, River View

  • Water view
  • 624 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a balcony with a view, and a seating area.

Standard Studio, River View

  • River view
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for King Studio, River View

A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a view of the outdoors, a desk, and a chair.

King Studio, River View

  • River view
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A river with a boat, surrounded by dense forest and hills.

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Ground Floor, River View

  • Water view
  • 624 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Queen Studio, River View

A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a covered patio area.

Queen Studio, River View

  • River view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Haruru

On river.Your stay at this Haruru motel places you within a 10-minute walk of Bay of Islands and Haruru Falls. Action World and Te Tii Marae Waitangi are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Haruru Falls - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Paihia Wharf - 6 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Paihia Beach - 6 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Waitangi Treaty Grounds - 11 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Russell Beach - 35 min drive - 14.9 miles

Getting around

  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Seaside - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪CBK Craft Bar & Kitchen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Breeze Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Duke of Marlborough Hotel - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪El Cafe - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Waterfalls Estate - Motel & Campground

Enjoy the outdoor pool at this 3.5-star Haruru motel
As a guest of Waterfalls Estate - Motel & Campground, you'll find an outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Haruru motel.

  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Smoking in designated areas
Waterfalls Estate - Motel & Campground offers 13 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Accommodations at this 3.5-star motel have kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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  • Parking included
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking (surcharge) on site

Things to do

  • Kayaking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:30 PM

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

If you are planning to arrive after 6:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

Falls Motel Waterfront Campground Haruru

Falls Motel Waterfront Campground

Falls Waterfront Campground Haruru

Falls Waterfront Campground

Falls Motel & Waterfront Campground Paihia, Bay Of Islands

Falls Motel Waterfront Campground Paihia

Falls Waterfront Campground Paihia

Waterfalls Estate & Campground

Falls Motel Waterfront Campground

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Waterfalls Estate - Motel & Campground Haruru

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Waterfalls Estate - Motel & Campground to the airport?

Waterfalls Estate - Motel & Campground is 11.5 mi (17-min drive) away from the Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Waterfalls Estate - Motel & Campground?

As of Sep 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waterfalls Estate - Motel & Campground on Oct 14, 2026 start from $87, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Waterfalls Estate - Motel & Campground have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Waterfalls Estate - Motel & Campground.

How close is Waterfalls Estate - Motel & Campground to the beach?

This motel is 2.9 mi (8-min drive) from Paihia Beach and 12.4 mi (38-min drive) from Russell Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Waterfalls Estate - Motel & Campground offer free breakfast?

Waterfalls Estate - Motel & Campground does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Waterfalls Estate - Motel & Campground?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Waterfalls Estate - Motel & Campground?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Waterfalls Estate - Motel & Campground?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Waterfalls Estate - Motel & Campground have a pool?

Waterfalls Estate - Motel & Campground features an outdoor pool.

Does Waterfalls Estate - Motel & Campground have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Waterfalls Estate - Motel & Campground to downtown Haruru?

Waterfalls Estate - Motel & Campground is 0.3 mi away from Haruru.

Waterfalls Estate - Motel & Campground Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Nicky

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous views from every room. Very friendly & welcoming owners. Upgrades of the rooms are planned but already very pleasant & clean. The pool is lovely and includes the views! A hidden gem.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
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4/10 Poor

Alexandra

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The manager was amazing and he tried being very accomodating which we really appreciate. Unfortunately, for the money payed at this time ($137.50) the place itself was highly disappointing. The room was extremely smelly (musty etc), the place was very outdated, the bed was not comfortable, there was mould on the walls of toilet, there was an issue with the water pressure in the shower and the night light on all night outside the room, which is understandable for safety but then there needs to be a black out curtain or something to block the light out. The view in the morning however was fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place with beautiful views and great owners. Few minutes from Paihia, good walking trails up to waterfall or down to lake. P.S. Peter, thanks a lot for special attention and service 🙂🙂🙂
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We needed some much needed RnR, and we received that in Spades. Absolutely loved the place
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
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8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
the property is probably overdue for some renovation as it is starting to show its age. however it was clean and comfortable and the owners were attentive to our needs and upgraded us to a more spacious room on arrival. situated out of town ,but within short drive of pahia.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful hospitality. I would definitely return again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019
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8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Located on bend in river close to Haruru falls

Motel is right on the bend on the river just after the Haruru falls. Some rooms (1-7) are on a level with the pool and barbecue area - first photo. The upper floor rooms have views over the river and 8-10 have views of the falls from their private balconies.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018
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10/10 Excellent

ROBERT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bel endroit

Superbe accueil chaleureux par le responsable du motel et à l’ecoute pour nous proposer des activités. Toujours prêt à rendre service. Chambre simple mais propre. A disposition barbecues et piscine. Superbe vue sur les chutes.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
very comfortable and a lovely out look and surroundings
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018
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8/10 Good

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Room with a view

Small room with all the facilities you expect. Lovely view over the river, and from the pool, down to the falls. Friendly staff. TV doesn't get all the channels you expect, and the shower is warm. Close location to Paihia, Waitangi and the beach front.
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8/10 Good

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Great location with view of Haruru Fals

While somewhat disappointed upon seeing our room, this was a good choice for our three days from Auckland to Cape Reinga, on a good highway just outside Paihua, where decent restaurants were available. Although quite run-down in general, everything was very clean, relaxing swim before dinner in the nice pool where we chatted with several couples.
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6/10 Okay

Sam

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good base for getting around.

Our host was very accomodating telling us what we could see and do as tourists. The rooms though could do with an upgrade so the place could match the amazing view. We had a downstairs room that was quiet drafty. I'm sure it would be a great place to stay in summer.
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8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great views, awesome staff to deal with, and nice rooms
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Great views from the Pool

Facilities were clean and tidy and the hosts were lovely.
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10/10 Excellent

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent value

Only stayed one night, but would definitely stay again. Booked the luxury queen room and paid a reasonable rate for a solo traveller on a budget. Room opened out onto the skimming pool (great as it was a very hot day) with Haruru falls in the background. Around 3 miles from Waitangi Treaty Ground, this hotel was a similar distance from some great beaches and there would be more than enough to do for several days here (maybe not a whole week tho). Hotel doesn't offer food, but there are more than enough restraunts and a supermarket nearby to cope.
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6/10 Okay

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Comfortable and Convenient

A good spot to launch your tour of the Bay of Islands and Northlands.
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10/10 Excellent

Hanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very nice motel

It was so nice!! We really enjoyed our stay the room was really nice and we would stay there again and recommend it to all our friends and family!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good quiet location

Nice cool rooms in summer, pool is a bonus. Room was cleaned everyday and restocked with tea!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Simple mais correct.

Juste à cité des chutes, vue sur les chutes mais aucun commerce à proximité. Possibilité de faire une randonnée de l'hôtel jusqu'à Waitangi Treaty ground.
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10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great value, Great view, great stay :)

The wife and I chose to stay in haruru falls as a go between on our trip to cape reinga for a couple of nights, a stone throw from the sunny town of pahia and waitangi, it was an awesome stay and one of the highlights of our trip. Peter was a friendly host and gave a great rundown of things to see and do in the area as well as what was happening that weekend, as this was a birthday get away for the wife- it was awesome he recommended a great restaurant that suited our budget, the next morning he was keen to hear how we were going with our trip and was kind enough to take photos of us for us. Very friendly. Peter and his wife even walked us out at the end of our stay and invited us back next time we came up. Fantastic service :)
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jozsef

Liked: Staff & service
Facilities: Modest; Value: Affordable; Service: Good, Friendly; Cleanliness: Tidy;
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
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8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort