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Aparthotel

Kauri Lodge Karapiro

3.0 star property
Aparthotel with free breakfast, in the vicinity of Hobbiton Movie Set

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Terrace/patio
Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking | Living area | 40-cm TV with premium channels, books, video library
Exterior
Comfort Studio, Multiple Beds, Mountain View | Living area | 40-cm TV with premium channels, books, video library
Garden
Kauri Lodge Karapiro is a perfect base near Lake Karapiro and Maungatautari Ecological Island. Guests enjoy continental breakfast, explore the garden, or relax on the sunny terrace with views. Laundry facilities and a snack bar/deli add convenience.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking included

Room options

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Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking | Iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking

Highlights

Yard
Furnished patio
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
TV
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds and 3 Twin Beds

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Comfort Studio, Multiple Beds, Mountain View | Iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Comfort Studio, Multiple Beds, Mountain View

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Exceptional
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Highlights

Yard
Furnished patio
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
TV
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
957 / 4 Taotaoroa Road, Karapiro, Waikato, 3496

Getting around

  • Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Green Dragon - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪The Shire's Rest - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Green Dragon Inn - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Karapiro Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • The Red Barn

About this property

Kauri Lodge Karapiro

Aparthotel with free breakfast, in the vicinity of Hobbiton Movie Set
Along with coffee/tea in a common area, this smoke-free aparthotel has laundry facilities and a 24-hour front desk. Free continental breakfast and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and a garden. Each apartment provides a kitchen with a refrigerator, an oven, a stovetop, and a microwave. Added amenities include a furnished patio, a private yard, and a TV.
Kauri Lodge Karapiro offers 2 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Rooms open to furnished patios. Accommodations at this 3-star aparthotel have kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils.

Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and portable fans.

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Free crib

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 7:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free rollaway/extra bed

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-cm TV with premium channels
  • Books
  • Games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Furnished patio
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Heating
  • Portable fan

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Luggage storage

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 2 units
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 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 7 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs are available on request at the property

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Kauri Lodge Farmstay Karapiro
Kauri Farmstay Karapiro
Kauri Lodge Farmstay
Kauri Lodge Karapiro Karapiro
Kauri Lodge Karapiro Aparthotel
Kauri Lodge Karapiro Aparthotel Karapiro

Frequently asked questions

Is Kauri Lodge Karapiro pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Kauri Lodge Karapiro?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Kauri Lodge Karapiro?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Kauri Lodge Karapiro?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Kauri Lodge Karapiro located?

Situated in Karapiro, this aparthotel is within 12 mi (20 km) of Hobbiton Movie Set, Lake Karapiro, and Maungatautari Ecological Island. Wairere Falls and Firth Tower Museum are also within 20 mi (32 km).

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Reviews

Kauri Lodge Karapiro Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.6

Eco-friendliness

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 91 out of 110 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 110 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 110 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 110 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 110 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Florencio

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Friendly hosts and property was in excellent condition and comfortable!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Lovely homely and comfortable accommodation and very helpful and attentive hosts.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terrence

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent spot before or after Hobbiton
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very peaceful and apartment is super spacious and well supplied with everything you need to relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved this property and our host. Well stocked unit, comfortable beds, great views!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, communication
If you would like to stay at a working cattle farm, then this is for you, as you can observe various farm animals from a distance, and appreciate the peacefulness of the land. Closest to Hobbiton (15 minute drive or less).
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place to stay that’s in striking range of hobbiton! Your only direct neighbors are the cows. Friendly host lives up the road.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
The location was lovely, though a little tricky to find. Fun to be on a farm!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The views all around were amazing. It was great to wake up surrounded by sheep and cows. A short drive into Cambridge for delicious food. Only thing missing for was bedside lamps to read by.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wei Chun

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Thank you for being great hosts. We arrived a little after hour and was accommodated and given a small tour of the apartment. The property was clean and large with views overlooking the pasture and farmland. It was always nice and quiet. Appreciate the breakfast items prepared although we did not get to fully utilize it.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Casey

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

A Scenic Stay in the Shire

Had a pleasant stay that felt like it was nestled in the Hobbit shire countryside. Was conveniently located just 15 minutes drive from Hobbiton. Host was pleasant and friendly and met us upon arrival. And the stars at night were amazing! The first time I’ve seen the Milky Way in a long while.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lia

Liked: Amenities
Kauri Lodge is an amazing place! I have never been to such a clean and well kept place!! The hosts were amazing and had fantastic communication! Everything was comfy and the food was perfect for breakfast! The stars were so clear and the view so relaxing! We didn’t want to leave!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
If you are going to Hobbiton this wonderful farm is perched on the crest of an undulating valley with perfect views of sunset. The bed is comfortable, the apartment is spacious and the family who own it are warm and welcoming. Travel a beautiful winding back country road for 20 mins to get to Hobbiton. Loved it
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

oluwaseun

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
The environment is surreal, relaxing, green. Just what we were looking for
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
What an amazing place to stay in New Zealand. It is closely situated in the middle of a bunch of great destinations. Shona and David were excellent hosts. I would absolutely stay with them again. Best, Kristen and Edward
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The owners were incredibly friendly and welcoming - and we were even able to check in early. The place is in a nice quiet spot on a farm just a 15 minute drive from Hobbiton. Perfect location to stay if visiting there.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had the detached apartment unit. It was perfect in every respect, especially fully furnished and equipped.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sylviane

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Très belle rencontre avec la charmante propriétaire qui a été de très bon conseil pour notre voyage Appartement magnifique et literie extraordinaire, la meilleure de notre voyage
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Malik

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Shona was a great host and we loved the view including the sunrise! Beautiful landscape
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Owners were very pleasant to visit with. They looked out to keep us provisioned.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Beautiful place! Perfect for our family of 6 before heading to hobbiton . Enjoyed our night here. Great views lovely hosts . So very kind to our children .
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Nice and spacious place. Very comfy.

This was a great place with several cozy touches. Great place to stay if you are going to Hobbiton.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Ruheoase

Hervorragendes, geräumiges Studio, toller Bergblick. Ganz wunderbar, um zur Ruhe zu kommen. Wir würden gerne wieder kommen.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

SHU TING

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property is clean, quiet, and with an awesome view! Very close to Hobbiton.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Perfect place to stay for visiting Hobbiton, especially if you're doing the evening banquet. The studio unit was spacious, clean, comfortable and quiet in a lovely rural setting. Breakfast items are also provided
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

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