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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. The location was excellent - walking distance of town and restaurants. The room was spotless and the view was beautifully.

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9.5
Exceptional
181 reviews
Price from
US$176
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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9.5
Exceptional
15 reviews
Price from
US$116
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 beautiful place to stay with everything we needed for an overnight rest while traveling . Plenty of beaches and bush walks nearby . Looking forward to returning again.

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9.2
Superb
16 reviews
Price from
US$104
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
16 reviews
Price from
US$156
per night

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
67 reviews
Price from
US$116
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. Although the location was out of town (approximately 10 minutes), for us this was not a problem as we had a vehicle & it was in a very peaceful setting. The bed was extremely comfortable & was a king bed - room very clean & well set out. Our hosts were very accommodating & very friendly.

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9.8
Exceptional
42 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. Karen looked after us so well, so friendly and helpful.Our beautifully prepared fresh fruit / yoghurt breakfasts and home made bread was absolutely beautiful,what a treat! We loved our accommodation,so clean and homely with everything you could ask for,along with a view to die for.. So many little finishing personal touches too,made our Wedding anniversary stay just perfect. We certainly plan to return,so please don't book it up for anyone else !🤣🤣 Thank you so Much Karen. Warmest regards Colin & Susan

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9.6
Exceptional
67 reviews
Price from
US$195
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. This studio has an incredible view. The Hostess was most lovely, kind and helpful. The location is outstanding. We walked into town, watching the boats coming in and out of the harbor from the room and wonderful porch. The Studio is very well equipped. We were super happy and grateful to be staying in this gem of a place. It felt like home away from home. We extended our stay 2 times.... I guess that says it all:))) Thank you, thank you.

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9.1
Superb
83 reviews
Price from
US$147
per night

With free WiFi, this guest house provides a flat-screen TV, a washing machine and a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and microwave. Guests can enjoy a meal on an outdoor dining area while overlooking the sea views. The guest house offers bed linen, towels and laundry service. We had a fantastic stay at Taranaki. The bach was clean and tidy, well equipped, very comfortable, and well located for trips to Russell, Paihia, and Waitangi. The self-contained apartment is in a quiet location with beautiful views over the inlet below. Elizabeth was the perfect host, making us feel comfortable, chatting about the area, and leaving us in peace to enjoy the environment. We loved everything about it!

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9.7
Exceptional
69 reviews
Price from
US$87
per night

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