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Situated within 1 km of Long Beach and 400 metres of Christ church, Bellrock Lodge features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Russell. This 5-star guest house offers full-day security and luggage storage space. There is a barbecue and guests can make use of free WiFi, free private parking and an electric vehicle charging station. It was clean , spacious and the best view

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9.5
Exceptional
191 reviews
Price from
US$147
per night

Set 16 km from Haruru Falls, 23 km from Paihia Harbour and 23 km from Waitangi Treaty Grounds, Tiny on Access features accommodation located in Kerikeri. The air-conditioned accommodation is 21 km from Opua Forest, and guests can benefit from private parking available on site and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is situated 4.7 km from Kemp House and Stone Store.

The spacious guest house has a flat-screen TV. Towels and bed linen are available in the guest house. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Absolutely loved staying here , so cozy and warm. The little details make a big difference. It was pouring with rain when we got there and the host pre heated it for us can't thank you enough.

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9.4
Superb
8 reviews
Price from
US$98
per night

Situated in Kerikeri and only 36 km from Opua Forest, Sleep with the Kiwis in Doves Bay features accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking. With garden views, this accommodation offers a balcony. Staff on-site can arrange a shuttle service.

The guest house features a flat-screen TV. Towels and bed linen are available in the guest house. The property has an outdoor dining area.

The guest house has a barbecue and a garden. Very quiet within walking distance of the beach. Nice view from upper balcony Very comfortable with plenty to visit in the region

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9.1
Superb
12 reviews
Price from
US$106
per night

This air-conditioned guest house comes with a seating area, a fully equipped kitchenette with a microwave, and a satellite flat-screen TV. Guests can take in the views of the sea from the balcony, which also has outdoor furniture. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and soundproofing. Amazing host, breathtaking view, beach access, kitchen with lovely curated snack and drink assortment, great breakfast, barbecue.

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9.8
Exceptional
14 reviews

The unit is air conditioned and includes a terrace with an outdoor dining area as well as a flat-screen TV with streaming services. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

Paihia Harbour is 27 km from the guest house, while Waitangi Treaty Grounds is 27 km away. Bay of Islands Airport is 8 km from the property. Really nice place. We got there pretty late and we’re easily able to get in. Bathroom was amazing. Lots of lovely little touches like moisturizer, cookies, coffee, and reading material.

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9.2
Superb
63 reviews
Price from
US$100
per night

Set in Russell, 200 metres from Tapeka Point Beach and 1.2 km from Flagstaff Hill, The Pacific Room, Tapeka Point provides accommodation with amenities such as free WiFi and a flat-screen TV. 2.3 km from Christ church and 2.3 km from Russell Museum, the property offers a garden and a terrace. Outdoor seating is also available at the guest house.

Towels and bed linen are featured in the guest house. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Absolutely loved that we had chosen to stay in Russell for seven nights. The Pacific room was very spacious, we ended up with two rooms. The location is on a road that is easy to walk on to reach beaches at both ends. It was so quiet, and we enjoyed just being on our own, and not in the main streets of Russell. The bed was very comfortable. The hosts were very obliging and went the extra mile to ensure that everything was okay and provided extra baked goodies. The Pacific Room's facilities allow for simple self catering - as advertised there is a microwave, toaster, small fridge, cutlery and crockery. The hosts washed our dishes, as there was no kitchen sink, and they readily provided fresh towels ( we didn't have to ask!). We also appreciated that the hosts put the effort in to recycle anything that we separated from our rubbish as recyclable.

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9.1
Superb
34 reviews
Price from
US$108
per night

The guest house features a flat-screen TV. The kitchenette is equipped with a microwave, a toaster and a fridge and there is a private bathroom with bathrobes and a hair dryer. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Spotlessly clean and stylishly decorated. Lovely sunny living area and blackout blinds in the bedroom for a deep sleep. The bed was also comfortable.

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9.7
Exceptional
14 reviews

Fantail River Lodge in Haruru provides adults-only accommodation with a garden and barbecue facilities. This guest house features free private parking, free shuttle service and free WiFi. The guest house has private entrance. Beautiful home with wonderful, friendly hosts! Chris thought of every detail to make sure guests feel welcome.

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9.8
Exceptional
47 reviews

The guest house provides guests with a terrace, sea views, a seating area, satellite flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchenette with a microwave and a toaster, and a private bathroom with shower and a hair dryer. A fridge and kitchenware are also available, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. At the guest house, every unit is fitted with bed linen and towels. Brilliant location Attentive host in Karen,lovely breakfast with extras for lunch

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9.8
Exceptional
65 reviews
Price from
US$158
per night

Offering quiet street views, Top of the Bay is an accommodation situated in Paihia, 1.2 km from Te Ti Bay Beach and 11 km from Opua Forest. This guest house features free private parking and private check-in and check-out. The guest house offers sea views and a sun terrace. The steep hill was tricky, but the studio apartment had a great view over the harbor with an awesome sunrise. The room was furnished with a small sofa and a table for two at the window. The bed was to the side and was comfortable. The bathroom had modern fixtures as well as a lovely vintage vanity. The kitchen had a toaster, electric kettle, and a cooktop. We ate in the town, and took advantage of the historical sites nearby. It was very quiet and peaceful.

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9
Superb
78 reviews
Price from
US$120
per night

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