About this property

Historic Charm: Mangawhai Lodge in Mangawhai Heads offers a unique stay within a historic building. Guests enjoy sea views and a tranquil setting. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature private bathrooms, balconies, and modern amenities. Family rooms and ground-floor units cater to all travellers. Exceptional Facilities: The inn provides free WiFi, a terrace, and outdoor seating areas. Additional services include private check-in and check-out, a lounge, and free on-site parking. Delicious Breakfast: A variety of breakfast options are available, including continental, full English/Irish, and gluten-free. Guests can also enjoy juice and fruits each morning. Activities and Location: Located 69 km from Whangarei Airport, Mangawhai Lodge offers fishing, hiking, and cycling activities. The surrounding area is ideal for relaxation and exploration. Highly rated for its scenic location, attentive host, and comfortable rooms, Mangawhai Lodge ensures a memorable stay for all visitors.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Gluten-free

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

Select dates to see this property's availability and prices

Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 large double bed
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
Bedroom 1
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
Something went wrong. Please try again later.
Something went wrong. Please try again later.
Something went wrong. Please try again later.
Something went wrong. Please try again later.

Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
Facilities
Cleanliness
Comfort
Value for money
Location
Free WiFi

Select topics to read reviews:

Guests who stayed here loved

  • Virginia
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Lovely place, beautiful views of the Estuary, nicely positioned for sunrise and sunset. It was very cold weather but heaters in the rooms and electric blankets so cosy. Very clean and spacious. Easy walk to town and takeaways from the Thai at the...
  • Jan
    Australia Australia
    We had a very comfortable stay in a lovely room with a view out over the water. I was struck by how beautifully clean the whole premises were. The cooked breakfast was provided very promptly and was delicious. The proprietor, Jeanette, was...
  • Sandra
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Great location. Comfortable and clean. Would definitely recommend.
  • Paula
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    It was in a great position. Jeanette was great. The property was very spacious and had everything we needed.
  • Keith
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Fantastic location in an elevated position overlooking the bay. Wrap around balcony was a delight to sit out on and enjoy the stunning view. We had the Beachcomber room which was delightful! Comfortable, well equipped and homely. Small shower...
  • David
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Comfortable bed, wonderful views, great breakfast included, knowledgeable host.
  • Christine
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Breakfast was beautiful, plenty and so very tasty. We had a choice each morning.
  • Reyburn
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Really enjoyed our stay. Everything was well catered for. Beds were lovely and comfortable. View was lovely all day and night. We will be back again.
  • Amaryllis
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The lodge was a splendid place to stay on our wonderful trip to Mangawhai and the surrounding districts. Jeannette was friendly and helpful, and seemed happy to accommodate any requests and to offer local knowledge. The restaurant she recommended...
  • Polly
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Jeannette was an excellent host. Breakfast was great as was the accommodation. Jeannette kept everything so clean and tidy and was a font of local knowledge. She made us very welcome.

Property surroundings

House rules

Mangawhai Lodge takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 21:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 10:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 4 years are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
VisaMastercardEftposUnionPay credit cardCash

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please let the property know your expected arrival time at least 1 day in advance, or provide the property with your local contact phone number. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

Please note children can only be accommodated in the self-contained apartments, not the Bed and Breakfast rooms.

Please inform Mangawhai Lodge in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.