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Purple Hen Country Lodge

Property class: 2.5
Guest house near Katikati Murals in Tahawai

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Photo gallery for Purple Hen Country Lodge

A wooden pathway leading to a building with a metal grate at the entrance.
A four-poster bed with white curtains, a floral bedspread, and a neatly folded white towel.
A white building with a covered porch and a gravel driveway leading to it.
A white house with a sloped roof, a front porch with a table and chairs, and a gravel driveway.
A spacious room with a ping pong table, multiple wooden tables, and chairs, large windows, and a door marked "EXIT".

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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227 Wharawhara Road RD2, Tahawai, 3178
  • Place, Wharawhara Track
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Haiku Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Katikati Murals
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tauranga (TRG)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Comfort Apartment, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

A four-poster bed with white curtains, a floral bedspread, and a neatly folded white towel.

Comfort Apartment, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

  • Garden view
  • 842 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 2 Large Twin Beds

View all photos for Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom (Room 1)

A bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table, a nightstand, and a small table.

Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom (Room 1)

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom (Room 2)

A room with three bunk beds, each with a striped blue and white bedspread. There is a small blue basket on the floor near one bed.

Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom (Room 2)

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom (Room 3)

A kitchen with a sink, stove, and wooden dining table.

Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom (Room 3)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom (Room 4)

A wooden bed with a floral bedspread and matching pillows, a wooden nightstand, and a view of greenery outside.

Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom (Room 4)

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Non Smoking

A room with three bunk beds, each with a striped blue and white bedspread. There is a small blue basket on the floor near one bed.

Shared Dormitory, Non Smoking

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

About the neighborhood

What's nearby

  • Wharawhara Track - 5 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Haiku Park - 6 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Katikati Murals - 6 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Fairview Golf Course - 7 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Mills Reef Winery - 8 min drive - 6.0 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪The Talisman - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Robert Harris - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Fresh Sushi - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Busy Baker - ‬6 min drive

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Purple Hen Country Lodge to the airport?

Purple Hen Country Lodge is 26.4 mi (44-min drive) away from the Tauranga (TRG) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Purple Hen Country Lodge?

As of Oct 29, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Purple Hen Country Lodge on Nov 5, 2026 start from $75, 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 Purple Hen Country Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Purple Hen Country Lodge.

How close is Purple Hen Country Lodge to the beach?

This guesthouse is 15.6 mi (30-min drive) from Omokoroa Beach and 15.7 mi (31-min drive) from Waihi Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Purple Hen Country Lodge offer free breakfast?

Purple Hen Country Lodge does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Purple Hen Country Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at Purple Hen Country Lodge?

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Purple Hen Country Lodge?

This guesthouse offers free self parking.

Does Purple Hen Country Lodge have a pool?

Purple Hen Country Lodge does not have a pool.

Does Purple Hen Country Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is Purple Hen Country Lodge to downtown Tahawai?

Purple Hen Country Lodge is 5 mi away from Tahawai.

Purple Hen Country Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay with gracious hosts, all amenities were excellent spacious and quiet with a lovely comfortable bed. It was a nice return visit
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly place, highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly hosts
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Amenities
Another great stay at Purple Hen Country Lodge! Looking forward to our next visit. Thank you Andrea and Rupert.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Amenities
The place was absolutely stunning outside and we loved the camping feel of the whole place. The owners were so helpful and kind too.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
A unique place to stay but very handy to town if you want it! Had everything we needed, lovely rural vibe & pretty views. Hosts very friendly and helpful 💛
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet and clean . Beautiful surroundings and only like 3 mins drive from the main road.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed at the purple Hen before and enjoyed it then and again this time. We would definitely recommend it to family and friends, great atmosphere, very comfortable, superb surroundings, great facilities, and very ideal central location but in a rural setting
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Highly recommended

Loved everything about our stay. Great location, hospitable owners, beautiful grounds, cute chickens. Clean room and comfy bed, not en-suite but private bathroom for every room, hot shower with very good shower pressure, lovely common kitchen and lounge areas. Would have stayed longer had we could!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Set in lovely quiet gardens with an avocado orchard you can walk around. The room was spacious spacious and very clean. Rupert even got a desk and chair for me to work on my laptop. Lovely place and hosts would love to come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My girlfriend and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Purple Hen. I have stayed before with my family and loved it just as much then. Andrea and Rupert are always incredibly welcoming and friendly. The room was clean and comfortable, the lounge was cozy, the shower and kitchen were great. We will definitely be back for years to come.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Purple Hen is a gorgeous country house set in a cute little avocado orchard. Andrea and Rupert were warm and welcoming hosts who made us feel right at home. The upstairs apartment we had was clean and comfortable with our own kitchette, tv lounge, and 4-poster bed. We really enjoyed our stay and will definitely consider staying again next time we are in this part of the country!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was spacious and the bed comfortable. Shower was great. Bedside table would have been useful and more homely. And shampoo etc in the shower.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The bathroom is not shared but not in the room. The sheets are bit weird, I had a lot of red spots after sleeping in it.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was very happy with my stay here. Andrea was very welcoming and helpful. I stayed in a dorm room, but turned out I had it to myself, which was nice. The facilities seem to be purpose built for small share accommodation, with a large kitchen and dining room, and separate lounge space. Everything was spotlessly clean. It felt very tranquil - close enough to the highway to be convenient for those travelling by car, but far enough away to feel like you're staying on a farm away from the world. I would definitely recommend staying here. The eggs and passionfruit were a nice welcoming touch as well.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners were friendly. Its a nice walk around the property with Avocado Orchard and Bamboo trees. There's a walkway by the water the goes through the property. There are two large shared areas besides the sleeping rooms. The game room had a large TV with Disney and Netflix. They had a handicapp accessible ramp/ walkway up to the rooms. A cafe is on the corner close by that had a descent breakfast and baked goods.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a wonderful place to stay. We only had one night here but this would be a wonderful place to take a few days to decompress after a week or two of being on the road, traveling NZ. The kitchen is huge with plenty of space. Each room has its own full size fridge and we had a private bathroom. The bathroom is not en suite but right next door and comes with a key so you can lock your things away if you wish. The property is beautiful, quiet, and has 200 avocado trees that you can walk under and relax. The public areas are very clean and the rooms are a good size. The location is in the county with a small town near by. The hosts were very kind and responsive. This is a nice out of the way place that I would love to visit again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Très bel endroit pour relaxer en nature ! Les hôtes sont tellement gentils ! Il y a des avocatiers partout en arrière de l’établissement et si vous êtes chanceux, vous pourrez en déguster !
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stately old home with beautiful garden and views
Stayed 1 night in May 2021
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10/10 Excellent

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I really enjoyed that this property was private and we had a lot of privacy with no distractions also that from every room we had a beautiful views. The beds were nice and comfortable with and rooms were very spacious. Nice and big.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021
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10/10 Excellent

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I enjoyed the country setting. Set in an avocado Orchard, with freedom to wander around and enjoy the space
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely quiet country environment and still close to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Try this!

A lovely, quitr placr in rural Katikszi. Stayed 2 days, which was a good idea. Had nicreconversations with the caring ownerd and guests. Do it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We were very comfortable and enjoyed our use of the communal lounge area. We were lucky to be the only visitors, it might seem a bit communal if all 4 rooms are taken. Good to be able to walk around the garden and Avo orchard.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely guest rooms within a working farm/orchard

I really enjoyed my time at this tidy and cheerful accomodation. The owner operators were wonderfully knowledgeable of the community and local attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

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