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Te Mata Lodge

3.5 star property
Beach cabin with seasonal outdoor pool and family fun

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Property grounds
Comfort Chalet | Balcony
Comfort Chalet | Exterior
Iron/ironing board

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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18 Eames Crescent, Te Mata, 3575
  • Place, Tararu Bay
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Wilson Bay
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Rapaura Water Gardens
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Room options

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Traditional Cottage, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen

Traditional Cottage, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Garden
Porch/lanai
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
LCD TV
2 bedrooms
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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Basic Cottage, 1 Bedroom | View from room

Basic Cottage, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Garden
Porch/lanai
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Comfort Chalet

Comfort Chalet

Highlights

Garden
Porch/lanai
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
2 bedrooms
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Traditional Cabin

Traditional Cabin

Highlights

Garden
Porch/lanai
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Portable fan
Shared/communal kitchen
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Traditional Cabin

Traditional Cabin

Highlights

Garden
Porch/lanai
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Portable fan
Shared/communal kitchen
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Bunk Beds

About the area

Te Mata

A family-friendly stay in Te Mata awaits you at Te Mata Lodge. You'll be 3.5 km (2.2 mi) from Tararu Bay and 12 km (7.4 mi) from Wilson Bay. .All 7 shared cabins feature private gardens, portable fans and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is available on request. .Enjoy the seasonal outdoor swimming pool along with access to kayaking and mountain biking. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Tararu Bay - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Wilson Bay - 8 min drive - 14.7 km
  • Rapaura Water Gardens - 9 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Thames Hospital - 21 min drive - 25.9 km
  • Driving Creek Railway - 25 min drive - 43.4 km

Getting around

  • Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Royal Oak Pub - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Te Mata Lodge

Beach cabin with seasonal outdoor pool and family fun
As a guest of Te Mata Lodge, you'll find a seasonal outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and gift shops/newsstands. Event space at this cabin measures 538 square feet (50 square metres) and includes conference space. WiFi is free in public spaces. The family-friendly Te Mata Lodge also features a garden, a picnic area, and laundry facilities. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Te Mata cabin is smoke free.

  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 8 buildings
  • Conference rooms
  • 538 sq ft of conference space
  • 50 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1960
  • Conference space
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
Te Mata Lodge offers 7 shared accommodations with an iron/ironing board and portable fans. Housekeeping is offered on request and change of towels can be requested.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot springs nearby
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking (surcharge) on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Family friendly

  • Playground
  • Trampoline

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV in common areas
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Free firewood
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Porch/lanai
  • Vegetable garden
  • Walkway to water
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • 538 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Comfort

  • Heating
  • Portable fan

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of towels on request
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Location highlights

  • In a regional park
  • In a rural location
  • On the riverwalk

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Kayaking
  • Mountain biking
  • Table tennis
  • Volleyball
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby

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
  • Outdoor lighting
  • Security system
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 2 floors
  • 7 units
  • 8 buildings
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bicycle parking
  • Built in 1960
  • Grey water recycling system
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Shared accommodation
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Vegetable garden
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Late check-in fee: NZD 20 for check-in between 7:30 PM and 9:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

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.

  • Late check-in fee: NZD 20 for check-in between 7:30 PM and 9:30 PM

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, debit cards and cash
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 50
This property uses a grey water recycling system
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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 50. This property uses a grey water recycling system. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • There is limited hot water on site.
  • The seasonal pool will open in October and close in May.

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.

Property is also known as

Te Mata Lodge
Te Mata Lodge Cabin
Te Mata Lodge Te Mata
Te Mata Lodge Cabin Te Mata

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Te Mata Lodge?

Te Mata Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Te Mata Lodge?

Yep, Te Mata Lodge has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Te Mata Lodge?

The closest beach to Te Mata Lodge is Cathedral Cove (30.5 km).

Does Te Mata Lodge have a pool?

Te Mata Lodge has a seasonal outdoor pool. The pool is open from October to May.

Is Te Mata Lodge family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground, laundry facilities and a gas grill, it's no surprise that Te Mata Lodge is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Te Mata Lodge?

No, Te Mata Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Te Mata Lodge?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Te Mata Lodge?

No, pets are not allowed.