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Reviews of Karikari Lodge

2.5 out of 5
Karikari Lodge
1523 Inland Road RD 3, Karkari Peninsula

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property, well presented and helpfull hosts
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Response from Paul. on 7 Apr 2024
Hi Alan thank you for your review. Hope your golf went well today. Take care. Best Regards Paul and Katalina.

10/10 Excellent

Willhard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not far from several ocean beaches. Near some great options for meals - dine in or take away. Wonderful hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Response from Paul. on 17 Feb 2024
Hi Will and Karen hope your travelling is going well. Thank you for your review, it was lovely to meet you both. Enjoy the rest of your NZ adventure. Ngā mihi ( acknowledgements)Best RegardsPaul and Katalina.

10/10 Excellent

Kiara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quiet and clean
Great place to explore the top of New Zealand. Quiet home. Had full use of kitchen and breakfast was supplied.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Response from Paul. on 30 Jan 2024
Kia ora KiaraHope you are well. Thank you for your review. Lovely to have you stay at Karikari Lodge. All the very best for the year ahead.Best RegardsPaul and Katalina.

10/10 Excellent

john

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked everything about this property but especially the hospitality and warmth shown to us during our stay. I have stayed at many top level hotels which did not come close to the hospitality we received.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Response from Paul. on 30 Jan 2024
Kia ora John Hope you are well.Thank you for your review and kind words. Lovely to have you guys stay in the Pohutukawa Cabin at Karikari Lodge. Must be awesome traveling by motor bike around our beautiful country. All the very best for the year ahead. Many thanks.Paul and Katalina..

10/10 Excellent

Dallas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great friendly owners clean and homely.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Response from Paul on 20 Oct 2023
Hi Dallas and Ted thank you for your review. Lovely to have meet you both. All the very best. Safe travels. Paul and Katalina.

8/10 Good

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pohutukawa Room
A great place to relax. Lovely setting, very private and peaceful. The Pohutukawa room has it's own kitchenette and a private bathroom outside which was very clean. Breakfast supplied which included cereals and fresh bread with butter and spreads. I would recommend staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020
Response from Paul. on 17 Mar 2020
Hi Suzanne thank you for your review and thank you for choosing to stay in the Pohutukawa Cabin at Karikari Lodge. All the very best, take care. Best Regards Paul and Katalina.

8/10 Good

Callum

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Little Place
The place was really quirky and Katrina was really welcoming. It was a perfect stop for us on our way to Cape Reinga
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020
Response from Katalina on 16 Mar 2020
Hi Callum thank you for your review and thank you for choosing to stay at Karikari Lodge.Safe travels. Paul and Katalina.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like the view from the room and private location. It's OK but the bathroom is not en suited was little bit inconvenient for me.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020
Response from Paul. on 10 Mar 2020
Thank you for your review and thank you for choosing to stay in the Pohutukawa Cabin at Karikari Lodge. But wait, what a view from the Bathroom, views to die for. Safe travels Paul and Katalina.

10/10 Excellent

kamran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was close to airport & good price as well:)
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
Response from Paul. on 27 Nov 2019
Hi Kamarn hope you are well and enjoying your time in NZ especially your drive to Cape Reinga. Thank you for your review and thank you for checking into the Pohutukawa Cabin at Karikari Lodge. Best Regards Paul and Katalina.

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Response from Paul. on 10 Nov 2019
Hi Mark thank you for your review. Hope your travels are going well. I guess by now you have been hooking up some good size trout. All the very best. Kind Regards Paul and Katalina.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice owners. Nice clean room. Use of kitchen, use of living room to watch TV, on-site parking, nice clean shared bathroom. Nice location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019
Response from Paul on 30 Mar 2019
Kia ora (have life be well ) and thank you for your review. We do hope you enjoy the rest of your stay in NZ. Safe travels. Best Regards Paul and Katalina.

10/10 Excellent

Kaye R

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Totally recommend this lodge
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019
Response from Paul on 8 Feb 2019
Hi Kaye thank you for your review.Perhaps we might see you guys again if you re up this way. Best Regards Paul and Katalina.

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019
Response from Paul on 4 Feb 2019
Hi Louise Hope you have had a good start to the week,and thanks for booking at Karikari Lodge it was lovely to have you stay again. All the very best. Kind Regards Paul and Katalina.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I liked the privacy of our own cabin with our own toilet and bathroom. I liked that breakfast was provided too. The room was a bit tight though when 2 people were up and about
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2018
Response from Paul on 22 Jan 2019
Kia ora and thank you for your review. With regards to the Cabin being a bit tight this is the first time someone has mentioned this, it is a cabin and not a house.and as people are on holiday they adapt accordingly. Have a great year ahead. Best Regards Paul and Katalina.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The place is serene and beautiful. Paul and Katalina were the best hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018
Response from Paul on 31 Dec 2018
Kia ora and Happy New year Thank you for your review and thank you for staying at Karikari Lodge. All the very best. Best Regards Paul and Katalina.

10/10 Excellent

Roy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Paradise in NZ
Absolutely fabulous 10 out of 10. We had their cottage very nice, self contained and the bed was lovely. Will definately stay here again and again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018
Response from Paul. on 31 Dec 2018
Hi Roy hope you are well. Thank you for your review and thank you for staying at Karikari Lodge. All the very best for the future go well. Best Regards Paul and Katalina.

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect location
Lovely place! We felt at home the minute we arrived!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018
Response from Paul. on 7 Dec 2018
Hi Luke thank you for your review it was lovely having you guys stay at Karikari Lodge. All the very best for the future. Kind Regards Paul and Katalina.

10/10 Excellent

Shayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great value for money, quiet and clean
Clean, quiet, and tidy room in the Whatuwhiwhi (heart of the beautiful Karikari Peninsula). Only minutes drive to Tokerau Beach, or to my favourite beach in New Zealand, Karikari Moana. Shared living area and bathrooms full of awesome kiwiana. Comfy bed, and nice continental breakfast. Had a nice warm welcome from Paul on arrival. Great value for money for the budget conscious. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018
Response from Paul on 7 Dec 2018
Hi Shayne Complements of the season, hope all is well, thank you for staying at Karikari Lodge and thank you for your review. All the very best for the future. Best Regards Paul and Katalina.

8/10 Good

Jennifer, Whangarei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
peaceful and lovely view. Very relaxing and within easy reach of beautiful beaches.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018
Response from Paul on 31 Oct 2018
Hi Jennifer thank you for your review. It was lovely to meet you guys. All the best, take care. Best Regards Paul and Katalina.

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice, warm place to stay.
The kitchen was stocked well. Guests came and went but we all respected the house and each other. Had what we needed and was walking distance to takeaways and the tavern. Bed was comfortable but a bit squeeky. So many wonderful books to read! We'd stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
Response from Paul on 25 Oct 2018
Hi Lori thank you for your review and thank you for choosing to stay at Karikari Lodge.yes the swap a book library has some good reads. Do hope you were able to visit all the beaches in our surrounding coastal district. Take care and safe travels. Best Regards Paul and Katalina.

10/10 Excellent

Chris, Colorado but in Ahipara for 6 mo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The lodge is a delightful place and very comfortable. The owners were very helpful, friendly, and available. The kitchen was well stocked and very clean. The lodge is decorated in Tongan and Polynesian theme. There are many books to read. Our room was great and bathroom had a large floor shower. We have not seen a cleaner place to stay. Nice area to take a walk and close to the water and the Winery where we had dinner at the cafe with wine and watched the sunset. We plan to go back with our family in November. Chris and Phil from Colorado
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018
Response from Paul on 25 Oct 2018
Hi Chris and Phil thank you for your lovely review and thank you for choosing to stay at Karikari Lodge.It was lovely meeting you both and it will be great to catch up again in November.Take care. Best Regards Paul and Katalina.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
In the wilderness but very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018
Response from Paul on 11 Oct 2018
Kia ora and thank you for your review. Im sorry for the late response If you are ever on the Karikari Peninsula please stop by. Best Regards Paul and Katalina..

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quirky and nice
This is a gem of a place. For those who like things a bit quirky, then this place is a must, especially in the top room. The decorations in the room are a winner, and there is plenty of room to relax indoor and outdoor.
Response from Paul. on 3 Apr 2018
Hi John hope things are going well. Thank you for your review and all the very best. Kind Regards Paul and Katalina.

10/10 Excellent

philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
5 star,
Very nice house, host was so nice, Offered us paddle boards or kayaks, we didn't have time but wished we could have. They were very helpful and cheerful. You can drive your car on the beach!
Response from Paul. on 3 Apr 2018
Hi Philip hope you are well. Thank you for your review, all the very best for the future. Safe travels Paul and Katalina.

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm, Murupara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location
Really enjoyed the facility and the deserts, all the facilities of home but on holiday. Really enjoyed the stay and an amazing location. Will definitely go again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017
Response from Paul on 29 Nov 2017
Hey Malcolm hope you are well.Thank you for your review. Hope all goes well for you guys in the future. Best Regards Paul and Katalina.

10/10 Excellent

Takashi

Liked: Amenities
Response from Paul. on 17 Feb 2024
Kia ora Takashi hope you are well. Thank you for your review. All the very best to you and your family.Best RegardsPaul and Katalina.

8/10 Good

Owe Bjoern

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
PRIVAT GJESTEHUS PÅ ET ROLIG, LITT AVSIDES STED
Privat innkvartering på et rolig, litt avsides sted. Stort komfortabelt rom, med delt bad / WC Frokosten ordner en selv - det samme gjelder opprydding og oppvask etter frokost Flotte strender i nærområdet - ellers er det ikke mye aktivitet. Meget hyggelig og serviceinnstilt eier, som bor i tilstøttende bygg
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019
Response from Paul on 13 Feb 2019
Hi Owe thank you for taking the time on completing a review and thank you for booking at Karikari Lodge. All the very best for the future. Best Regards Paul and Katalina.

10/10 Excellent

Clemence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cadre et hôtes exceptionnels
J'avais besoin dans mon roadtrip d'une pause confortable et reposante. J'ai trouvé mon bonheur avec bien plus puisque l'accueil est excellent, la chambre est incroyablement équipée (cuisine, télé, livres, dvd), la vue sur l'océan est grandiose. J'aurais eu envie de rester plus longtemps !
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018
Response from Paul on 7 Oct 2018
Hi Clemence hope you are well and your NZ adventure is going according to plan.Once again thank you for staying at Karikari Lodge.Take care. Best Regards Paul and Katalina.

10/10 Excellent

Mogens Zebbelin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ophold fantastisk hyggeligt
Det er et lille paradis med et fantastisk værtspar, kan bestemt anbefales.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2018
Response from Paul. on 24 Jan 2018
Hello my friends, hope you are both well. Thank you for your review. We do hope your travels are going fine. Katalina sends her best wishes. Take care. Best Regards Paul and Katalina.

10/10 Excellent

Klay, Hong Kong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Its just like a home.
Its just like a home. Everything are ready for you. Paul is very nice and share a lot tour infomation for us. We would like to stay again in the future and highly recomment to others.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017
Response from Paul on 17 Sept 2017
Hi Klay thank you for your review it was a pleasure having you and Snowy stay at at Karikari Lodge. It would be lovely to have you both come back and stay again. All the best for the future. Best Reagrds Paul and Katalina.