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Tarltons Lodge

4.0 star property
4-star beach lodge near Paihia Wharf

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Luxury Room 1 with Ocean View and Private Spa | View from room
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Luxury Room 2 with Ocean View and Private Spa | Water view
Outdoor spa tub

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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11 Sullivans Road, Paihia, 0200
  • Place, Paihia Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Makana Chocolate Boutique
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Paihia Wharf
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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Luxury Room 1 with Ocean View and Private Spa | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Luxury Room 1 with Ocean View and Private Spa

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 248 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Terrace/patio

Luxury Room 2 with Ocean View and Private Spa

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Luxury Room 3 with Ocean View and Private Spa | Water view

Luxury Room 3 with Ocean View and Private Spa

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Paihia

Close to the beach.Stay at this Paihia lodge and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Paihia Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Paihia Wharf. Also, Waitangi Treaty Grounds is within 3 miles (5 km) and Waitangi Golf Club is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Paihia Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Makana Chocolate Boutique - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • St Paul’s Church - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Paihia Wharf - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Te Ti Bay - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Cafe - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Bad Habits - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Mako Beach Bar - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Charlotte's Kitchen - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Ti Bay Takeaways - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Tarltons Lodge

4-star beach lodge near Paihia Wharf
As a guest of Tarltons Lodge, you'll find a hot tub, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance. Public spaces have free WiFi. Tarltons Lodge also features a garden and a front-desk safe. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Paihia lodge.

  • 3 guestrooms or units
  • Towels for the beach
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
Tarltons Lodge offers 3 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature outdoor private hot tubs and iPod docking stations. Rooms open to furnished patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, and complimentary toiletries.

This Paihia lodge provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Televisions come with DVD players. Additionally, rooms include safes and complimentary bottled water. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Hot tub

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • iPod dock
  • TV

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Mobile key entry
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 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

Host will greet you

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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 and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Tarlton's Lodge Paihia
Tarlton's Lodge
Tarlton's Paihia
Tarlton's
Tarlton's Lodge Paihia, Bay Of Islands
Tarltons Lodge Paihia
Tarltons Paihia
Tarltons Lodge Lodge
Tarltons Lodge Paihia
Tarltons Lodge Lodge Paihia

Frequently asked questions

How close is Tarltons Lodge to the airport?

Tarltons Lodge is 15.2 mi (26-min drive) away from the Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Tarltons Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Tarltons Lodge.

How close is Tarltons Lodge to the beach?

This lodge is a short 9-minute walk from Paihia Beach and 9.1 mi (30-min drive) from Russell Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Tarltons Lodge offer free breakfast?

Tarltons Lodge does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Tarltons Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this lodge.

What time is check-in at Tarltons Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Tarltons Lodge?

This lodge offers free self parking.

Does Tarltons Lodge have a pool?

Tarltons Lodge does not have a pool.

Does Tarltons Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this lodge.

How close is Tarltons Lodge to downtown Paihia?

Tarltons Lodge is 0.7 mi away from Paihia.

Reviews

Tarltons Lodge Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 86 out of 92 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 92 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 92 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 92 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 92 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My partner and I enjoyed this quiet and romantic spot. The views were spectacular and could be seen right from your room! The shower was great. The hosts warm and welcoming. The private hot tub though is really what puts this place over the top. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pete and his wife are gracious hosts and an interesting couple; we thoroughly enjoyed our stay (particularly the priceless view of the Bay of Islands from the hot tub!) and simply cannot recommend Tarlton’s Lodge highly enough. Book it if you can.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cam

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great views, very private with excellent facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

brian

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Paihia

Excellent view and comfortable bed and great spa
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Lexine

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Appreciate the best hospitality
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Eric

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

Beware of driveway and price. Not a hotel..bnb

Upon arrival we were surprised by 4 things… three very bad and one very good. 1) the place is hard to find. 2) When you do find it the driveway is not only in terrible shape but there is a massive dip which caused our undercarriage of car to massively scrape and then the rear of car had massive drop banging rear fender… which later detatched on ride home… The proprietor witnessed this and stated that has happened before and what you need to do is come in not straight on but at a sharp angle and cut the wheel hard… there was no signage to this effect and damage already done… the driveway is not suitable for a business like this and had limited parking … if also felt like a bed and breakfast vs a hotel … the price was nearly $700 per night. on the positive side the owner is incredibly friendly, wants guests to have a good stay and has an impressive background. Peter just needs to sort out the driveway, signage, and lower his pricing… along with his advertising to reflect this is more a b and b where you can hear the other guests and walk thru a home to get to the room…. vs a proper hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mona

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A very delightful stay, beautiful view- relaxing Would definitely stay again! Many thanks!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had nice stay very well run lodge !
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin, Monrovia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing views. Fantastic hospitality
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay, woke up overlooking the beautiful bay. Peter and Katalina were excellent hosts, making sure that our stay was memorable one.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

john

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hosts and good location...great amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

David

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This property is a room in a converted basement The steep stairs going down to the room would not be good for those with mobility issues. The foliage has not been trimmed and so the view is obstructed. There is smoking allowed on the property and the smoking drifted into our room and triggered my husband’s asthma. We felt this room was overpriced and the website is misleading when it is called a “lodge.”
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

David

Traveled with partner
The host and hostess were great. It is important for guests to know these rooms are converted basement or lower floor rooms of a home. We felt the listing was misleading when it was called a “lodge.“ The bathroom lacked a few amenities as in enough shampoo and conditioner for two people and it would’ve been nice to have lotions provided. We would have appreciated an iron. An issue for us was cigarette smoking that was allowed on the property. My husband’s asthma was triggered from the cigarette smoking that was allowed in the front of the house which drifted into our room and caused us a problem. There are narrow stairs that lead down to the room and would be difficult for some who may have mobility issues. There is a trip hazard in the bathroom which the host pointed out to us. That needs to be remedied.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very difficult to say anything that hasn't already been said. The place is amazing, the view is amazing and Peter and Katarina are fabulous hosts who made us feel so welcome.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Owners are lovely, property immaculate and really private. Very close to Paihia township, I would by far prefer to stay here than at one of the many motels/hotels in Paihia.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Fran

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The friendly host and lovely wife made us feel so welcome. The best break away ever. Everything was of the highest standard. The view breathtaking. Will go back as often as possible. Thank you so much.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Aditya

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

Magnificent

The stay was incredible, and the view is just amazing. The service provided by the lodge is of top-level.!! It's a place to stay whenever in Paihia.
View from the balcony.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay here was great. The view is stunning, the room very comfortable and the breakfast was delicious. The hosts are very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Shaz, Auckland

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing view from room. The breakfast was tasty especially the french toast.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

You will love it!

We loved our time here and we were very well taken care of. The breakfasts were delicious and just what we ordered. We felt like we were with friends. We highly recommend Tarltons Lodge!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Linda

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

Hard to beat this stay!

Absolutely fabulous! Just the private, luxury, relaxing and beautiful location we were looking for to enjoy our anniversary. Private spa on private balcony with fabulous view. What more could you ask for?
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

Idyllic setting for time out

Tarlton’s Lodge is the ideal prescription for stress management. From the tranquil water views towards Russell, the quiet interrupted only by birdsong, to the comfort of a well appointed room complete with private spa pool on the deck, the setting is just so relaxing. Add in the generosity and friendliness of the hosts and a fresh, bountiful breakfast served on your balcony every morning...it’s the perfect package. If you want to eat out, be sure to take the ferry to Russell, a 10-15 min walk from the Lodge. Compared to what is on offer at Paihia, our experience was that the fare in Russell was just so much better...try The Gables, The Duke of Marlborough, Hone’s Kitchen, you won’t be disappointed.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019