카리카리 로지(Karikari Lodge)

The accommodation was extremely tidy and well equipped. The host, Paul, is fast and friendly replying questions and with any issue, you might bring up. One of the top ten Airbnb we have visited during our 3 months journey through NZ. Unfortunately we stayed only 1 night. We should have stayed longer, as there are many things to see around.

Not far from several ocean beaches. Near some great options for meals - dine in or take away. Wonderful hosts.

Great place to explore the top of New Zealand. Quiet home. Had full use of kitchen and breakfast was supplied.

I liked everything about this property but especially the hospitality and warmth shown to us during our stay. I have stayed at many top level hotels which did not come close to the hospitality we received.

We spent a blissful few days enjoying the stellar private view from the Pohutukawa cabin (see photo), which had everything we needed for a very comfortable stay. Bonus: we enjoyed watching the neighbour's cows cruise by for a visit while the sun set on the spa pool! The shower was excellent, too. Maitai Bay, only a short drive away, was our favorite beach during our entire 3 weeks in NZ. In the other direction, the shops in nearby Mangonui had yummy fish and chips and ice cream - though we didn't need to leave the Karikari Lodge to be well fed. Katalina was so generous feeding us local seafood feasts. On our final day, even with Cyclone Gabrielle looming in the forecast, Paul and Katalina toured us down the length of Tokerau Beach -- including digging for tuatua! Quite fun once we got the hang of it. I hope we can return on our next trip to NZ. Big thanks to Paul and Katalina for welcoming us so kindly!

Thank you Paul & Katalina ! Our trip up North was Amazing my Husband and I loved the whole experience! Our stay with you was the cherry on top, we were treated like family the hospitality was Amazing ! Very knowledgeable about the surrounding area and fishing spots ( the only thing my Husband was concerned about lol.) We were very well looked after was even fed Hapuka fish n chips and given smoked fish to take Home (maybe I should have kept that secret 😋) Spent time relaxing after a big day in the Spa pool ! Accommodation was nice and Cozy loved the island theme made it feel tropical ! We will be booking again if we ever do another trip up north ! Highly Recommend staying Here! - Kahu & Eli

Great friendly owners clean and homely.

Such a lovely place that Paul and Katalin a have. You just feel at home immediately. It has everything you need plus Paul and Katalin were very helpful and a wonderful couple. Definitely coming back!

We had a wonderful time at Karikari Lodge. Paul and Katalina are the nicest and welcoming people ! They made us feel home and were always available if we needed something. Also they gave us some tips for where to eat or which beach to go.. We had the place just for the two of us. It was very clean and there is everything you need to cook, that was perfect for us ! We really recommend this beautiful place and definitely stay there again if we go back to the farnorth !