Te Karaka Lodge
- Rating :
- ★★★★★
- Address :
- Port Waikato Waikaretu Rd · Waikaretu, New Zealand
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About this hotel
HeadLine : In a rural location
Location : With a stay at Te Karaka Lodge in Waikaretu, you ll be 5.6 mi (9 km) from Nikau Cave and 12.7 mi (20.4 km) from Sunset Beach. This family-friendly lodge is 11.8 mi (19 km) from Cobourne Reserve and 12.7 mi (20.5 km) from Phillips Reserve.
Rooms : Make yourself at home in one of the 10 individually decorated guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms have hair dryers and bathrobes. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Dining : At Te Karaka Lodge, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. A complimentary English breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Renovations : This property is closed from July 1 2026 to August 31 2026 (dates subject to change).
CheckIn Instructions :
- 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 fire extinguisher and 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
Special Instructions : There is no front desk at this property. This property doesn t offer after-hours check-in. Guests will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions. The host will greet guests on arrival. If driving, please contact this property in advance for more information (e.g., directions). Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Disclaimer notification: Amenities are subject to availability and may be chargeable as per the hotel policy.
Amenities & facilities
69 listed by the property, grouped for reading. Everything the hotel published appears below.
Nearby10
- Archery on site
- Boat tours nearby
- Cave exploring/spelunking nearby
- Helicopter/airplane tours on site
- Hiking/biking trails on site
- Horse riding nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Surf lessons - nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Yoga classes/instruction on site
Accessibility8
- No accessible shuttle
- Number of accessible parking spaces - 6
- Wheelchair-accessible lounge
- Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
- Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
- Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
- Wheelchair accessible parking
- Wheelchair accessible path of travel
Food & drink7
- Comprehensive food waste policy
- Free breakfast
- Free English Breakfast
- Locally-sourced food on site (80% or more)
- Picnic area
- Private picnics
- Vegetarian breakfast available
Pool, spa & fitness6
- Conference space
- Conference space size (feet) - 226
- Conference space size (meters) - 21
- Number of outdoor pools - 1
- Spa services on site
- Spa treatment room(s)
Parking & transport5
- Bicycle parking available
- Electric car charging station
- Free self parking
- Limo or Town Car service available
- Uncovered parking
Internet & business2
- Free WiFi
- Meeting rooms
Services2
- Housekeeping on request
- Luggage storage
Family1
- Babysitting or childcare (surcharge)
In the room1
- Change of towels (on request)
More facilities27
- At least 80% of all lighting comes from LEDs
- Banquet hall
- Books
- Change of bed sheets (on request)
- Composting
- Comprehensive recycling policy
- Daily
- Double-glazing on all windows
- Games
- Garden
- Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
- Infant/toddler toys
- LED light bulbs
- Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
- Outdoor furniture
- Recycling
- Showcase for local artists
- Smoke-free property
- Stair-free path to entrance
- Stereo
- Sustainability/community reinvestment (10% revenue or more)
- Vegan menu options available
- Vegetable garden
- Vegetarian menu options available
- Water dispenser
- Water dispenser use by guests actively encouraged
- Wedding services
Contact & location
Port Waikato Waikaretu Rd 2695, Waikaretu, New Zealand
From 2:00 PM · Until 10:00 AM
Around the hotel5
- Sunset Beach
- Waikato River
- Nikau Cave
- Cobourne Reserve
- Phillips Reserve
Rooms & rates
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