Te Karaka Lodge

5.0 star property
Luxury lodge with free breakfast and spa services

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Reception
Outdoor spa tub
Birthday party area
1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk
Exclusive Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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Port Waikato Waikaretu Rd, Waikaretu, Waikato, 2695
  • Place, Karioitahi Beach
  • Place, Nikau Cave
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Sunset Beach
    ‪43 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room

  • 205 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Exclusive Room

  • 279 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 2

Master Room

  • Sleeps 2

Exclusive Room

  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Waikaretu

Close to the beach.You'll be within 6 miles (10 km) of Nikau Cave and 16 miles (25 km) of Sunset Beach.

What's nearby

  • Nikau Cave - 21 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • Sunset Beach - 43 min drive - 13.3 miles
  • Phillips Reserve - 43 min drive - 13.3 miles

About this property

Te Karaka Lodge

Family-friendly 5-star lodge with free breakfast
There's a restaurant on site. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. An outdoor pool, spa services, and a picnic area are also featured at the luxury Te Karaka Lodge. The lodge can provide limo/town car service and wedding services. Free self parking is available.

This 5-star Waikaretu lodge is smoke free.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • English breakfast (free)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Car service
  • Wedding services available
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Te Karaka Lodge offers 10 air-conditioned accommodations with iPod docking stations and safes. These individually decorated accommodations include desks. 42-inch Smart televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include bathrobes and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's games
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limo/town car service
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A restaurant
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Books
  • Games
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Outdoor pool
  • Stereo
  • Yoga classes

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 accessible parking spaces
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch smart TV with satellite channels
  • iPod dock

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 percent for credit card payments
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g., directions)

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 80.0 per day.

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.

  • A late check-out fee will be charged
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 80.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 percent

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit 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, Mastercard, American Express, Union Pay, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the lodge before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Frequently asked questions

Does Te Karaka Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Te Karaka Lodge.

How close is Te Karaka Lodge to the beach?

This lodge is 12.7 mi (41-min drive) from Sunset Beach.

Does Te Karaka Lodge offer free breakfast?

Te Karaka Lodge offers free English breakfast every day from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Te Karaka Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this lodge.

What time is check-in at Te Karaka Lodge?

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

Is there free parking at Te Karaka Lodge?

This lodge offers free self parking.

Does Te Karaka Lodge have a pool?

Te Karaka Lodge features an outdoor pool.

Does Te Karaka Lodge have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Te Karaka Lodge have a spa?

This lodge doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.

How close is Te Karaka Lodge to downtown Waikaretu?

Te Karaka Lodge is 3 mi away from Waikaretu.