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Karamea Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star Colonial hotel near Karamea Beach

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Welcome to Best Country Hotel, featuring a central entrance and two wings, surrounded by a beautifully maintained lawn and lush greenery.
Traditional home with a charming front yard and a tree.
Established in 1876, the Karamea Hotel features a traditional architectural style with a prominent signboard above the entrance.
Enjoy a drink at our welcoming bar, where you can order from a selection of beverages and dine or socialize with friends.
Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, desk, and TV, plus a sliding door to an outdoor area with a view.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
Cnr Waverly St and Wharf Road, Karamea, 7893
  • Karamea Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Kahurangi National Park
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Oparara Arch
    ‪59 min drive‬

Room options

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Self-Contained Two Bedroom | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Self-Contained Two Bedroom

  • 743 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Self-Contained One Bedroom | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Self-Contained One Bedroom

  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Front of property

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Queen Studio | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Queen Studio

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Queen + Single Studio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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King / Triple Studio | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

King / Triple Studio

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Karamea

Oceanside stay.You'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Karamea Beach and 6 miles (10 km) of Kahurangi National Park with a stay here. Oparara Arch and Moria Gate Arch are within 16 miles (25 km).

What's nearby

  • Karamea Estuary Walk - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Karamea Beach - 4 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Kahurangi National Park - 14 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Oparara Arch - 59 min drive - 16.1 miles
  • Moria Gate Arch - 60 min drive - 16.5 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Riverstone Karamea - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Karamea Hotel

3-star Colonial hotel near Karamea Beach
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Karamea Hotel also features a garden, a picnic area, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Karamea hotel.

  • 1 floor
  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1876
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Karamea Hotel offers 9 accommodations with DVD players and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Digital television is provided. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Thin carpet in public areas

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 20-inch TV with digital channels
  • DVD player

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 25 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 25 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds, rollaway/extra beds, and high chair
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds, rollaway/extra beds, and high chair. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Karamea Village
Karamea Village Hotel Hotel
Karamea Village Hotel Karamea
Karamea Village Hotel Hotel Karamea

Frequently asked questions

Does Karamea Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Karamea Hotel.

How much does it cost to stay at Karamea Hotel?

As of Jul 26, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Karamea Hotel on Aug 5, 2025 start from $61.69, excluding 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.

How close is Karamea Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 1.1 mi (3-min drive) from Karamea Beach and 10.1 mi (37-min drive) from Scott's Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Karamea Hotel offer free breakfast?

Karamea Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Karamea Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Karamea Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM.

Is there free parking at Karamea Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Karamea Hotel have a pool?

Karamea Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Karamea Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Karamea Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Karamea Hotel to downtown Karamea?

Karamea Hotel is 0.1 mi away from Karamea.

Karamea Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 82 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 44 out of 82 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 82 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 82 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 82 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Shan

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really good value for money. Ideally located for Heaphy track and Oparara Arches. The pub was great for a drink and dinner. Could do with an upgrade to the shower as it made the entire bathroom wet.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Frank

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

Karamea

Classic New Zealand country hotel. Comfortable, motel style rooms. Meals available in bar or dining room.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Historic pub offers character and comfort in an isolated region. Great experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

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

Great stat

Clean and comfortable. The staff where friendly and very helpful. An enjoyable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Great service and food. Handy to beach and river and not far from shop and coffee. Big roomy unit with outdoor table and chairs.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Property is dated but price reflects that. I love the place. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Dave

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susanne

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

A comfortable Stay

A comfortable room with a homely feel.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angelica

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

Comfortable and great food!

Wonderful family trip. The area had some great hikes and the food at the hotel pub was really good. We ate there both nights and were all happy! Would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Linda

Traveled with partner
Very ruggard beautiful place. So quiet and peaceful. Locals super friendly.....great place overall.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deann

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Zz
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

June

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great apartment for 4 of us doing the Heaphy. Good pub food, super friendly people, left our car while on track. Easy place to start from
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Judy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked that our dogs could stay there.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cliff

Had a good two night stay..room was very good meals were excellent.staff were excellent nothing was a bother..they were all pleasant and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

ed

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very friednly easy going staff - lovely area with beautiful remote places to explore
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

RALPH

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A nice character older hotel. Our unit was spacious but not the latest in decor. What we really liked was our meal - good value and presented promptly and tasted divine
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Angela

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Comfortable stay

Post Heaphy Track accommodation. Great staff and fantastic pub. Accommodation was clean with lovely garden outlook, although dated.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient spot as logistics stop for the Heaphy Track. Great pub and recommend the whitebait fritters! Motel room clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Warwick

Traveled with partner
Large comfortable room with a view of the mountains
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024