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Waipoua Lodge

5.0 star property
Luxury lodge with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Outdoor spa tub
Property grounds
The Stables Suite | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, espresso maker, coffee/tea maker
The Stables Suite | Living area | Flat-screen TV, DVD player, iPod dock
Property grounds
Waipoua Lodge offers a luxurious escape in nature. Enjoy the serene garden terrace or unwind in the spa tub after a day of exploring. Free WiFi is available for staying connected, and the library invites guests to discover a good book.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry

Room options

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The Stables Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

The Stables Suite

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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The Tack Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

The Tack Room

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
  • 60 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 2 King Beds

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The Calf Pen Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

The Calf Pen Suite

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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The Wool Shed Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

The Wool Shed Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
  • 60 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
4748 State Highway 12, Aranga, 0376

What's nearby

  • Pakia Hill Lookout - 27 min drive - 24.7 miles
  • Omapere Beach - 27 min drive - 25.4 miles
  • Kai Iwi Lakes - 30 min drive - 27.9 miles
  • Opononi Beach - 32 min drive - 27.7 miles
  • Hokianga Harbour - 45 min drive - 38.6 miles

Getting around

  • Whangarei (WRE) - 99 min drive

About this property

Waipoua Lodge

Luxury lodge in a rural location
At Waipoua Lodge, you can look forward to free full breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a library and dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and a 24-hour front desk
  • A front-desk safe, meeting rooms, and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like separate sitting areas and separate dining areas.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels and DVD players
  • Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and separate dining areas

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Library

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a regional park
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1909
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • CD player
  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • iPod dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total pets
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra 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
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

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Waipoua Lodge Aranga
Waipoua Aranga
Waipoua Lodge Lodge
Waipoua Lodge Aranga
Waipoua Lodge Lodge Aranga

Frequently asked questions

Is Waipoua Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, this lodge allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total).

How much is parking at Waipoua Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Waipoua Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

What time is check-out at Waipoua Lodge?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Waipoua Lodge located?

Situated near the airport, this luxury lodge is 5.2 mi (8.4 km) from Trounson Kauri Park and within 12 mi (20 km) of Lookout and Maunganui Bluff. Kai Iwi Lakes and Pakia Hill Lookout are also within 25 mi (40 km).

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