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Aotearoa Surf Eco Pods

2.5 star property
Guesthouse in Te Arai with 24-hour fitness centre and spa services

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Panoramic Quadruple Room, Ocean View
Barrier - Double or Twin Room, Ocean View

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Gym
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is €117
includes taxes & fees
12 Mar - 13 Mar

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Barrier - Double or Twin Room, Ocean View

Barrier - Double or Twin Room, Ocean View

Highlights

Garden
Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • 15 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Quadruple Room, Ocean View

Family Quadruple Room, Ocean View

Highlights

Garden
Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • 15 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

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Nikau Teepee (Quadruple) Sea View

Nikau Teepee (Quadruple) Sea View

Highlights

Garden
Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Large Single Beds

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Ocean View

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Ocean View

Highlights

Garden
Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • 15 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Kentia Teepee (Quadruple) Sea View

Kentia Teepee (Quadruple) Sea View

Kentia Teepee (Quadruple) Sea View

Highlights

Garden
Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • 24 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Large Single Beds

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Panoramic Quadruple Room, Ocean View

Panoramic Quadruple Room, Ocean View

Highlights

Garden
Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • 30 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Large Single Beds OR 4 Large Single Beds

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Fern Teepee (Quadruple) Sea View

Fern Teepee (Quadruple) Sea View

Highlights

Garden
Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Large Single Beds

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About the area

Map
11 Te Arai Point Rd, Te Arai, Northland, 0975

What's nearby

  • Mangawhai Village Market - 5 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Mangawhai Golf Club - 9 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Mangawhai Museum - 10 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Te Arai Reserve - 11 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Mangawhai Heads Beach - 19 min drive - 13.3 km

Getting around

  • Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.) - 93 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mangawhai Tavern - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bennetts Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Dune - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Brewed As Collective - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Wood Street Freehouse - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Aotearoa Surf Eco Pods

Guest house by the ocean
You can look forward to an adjacent golf course, a free daily manager's reception and a terrace at Aotearoa Surf Eco Pods. Adventurous travellers may like the beach yoga, snorkelling and paddleboarding at this guest house. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a facial, a massage or aromatherapy. Yoga classes are offered at the 24-hour gym; other things to do include volleyball, kayaking and ecotours. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 50+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities, such as shopping on-site and a firepit.
Other perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Bike hire, a reception hall and a bodyboard on-site
  • Outdoor furniture, golf cart on-site and tour/ticket information
Room features
All guest rooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts, such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as separate sitting areas and separate dining areas.
Other amenities include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Communal kitchens with full-sized fridge/freezers, microwaves and toasters
  • Private gardens, separate sitting areas and separate dining areas

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free beach shuttle
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • 24-hour gym
  • Beach yoga
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bodyboard
  • Canoeing
  • Ecotours
  • Golf caddies
  • Golf carts
  • Golf clubhouse
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Kayaking
  • Paddleboard
  • Private wine tours
  • Shopping
  • Snorkelling
  • Surf lessons
  • Volleyball
  • Water sports equipment

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Reflexology
  • Sports massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Separate dining area
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Toaster

More

  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Portable fan
  • Separate sitting area
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Window screens
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 16

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 70

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [Aotearoa Surf Shop]
Guests will receive an email 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of NZD 30 per accommodation, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

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Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: NZD 30 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: NZD 70 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Reservations are required for golf tee times, massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

Aotearoa Surf Eco Pods Te Arai
Aotearoa Surf Eco Pods Guesthouse
Aotearoa Surf Eco Pods Guesthouse Te Arai

Frequently asked questions

Is Aotearoa Surf Eco Pods pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of NZD 30 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Aotearoa Surf Eco Pods?

As of 11 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aotearoa Surf Eco Pods on 12 Mar 2025 start from €117.47, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Aotearoa Surf Eco Pods?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Aotearoa Surf Eco Pods?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Aotearoa Surf Eco Pods?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM. Late checkout is available for NZD 70 (subject to availability).

Where is Aotearoa Surf Eco Pods located?

Situated in Te Arai, this golf guesthouse is within 6 miles (10 km) of Mangawhai Public Library, Mangawhai Village Market and Te Arai Reserve. Forestry Beach and Mangawhai Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Aotearoa Surf Eco Pods Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 15 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

NAOMI

beautiful view
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elissa

Great friendly staff. Nice relaxed feel to property. Beautiful view and peaceful. Clean and tidy, full kitchen facilities and plenty of bbqs. Easy drive to beaches and Mangawhai.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Hanna

The pod was modern, comfortable, clean linens and comfy bed. We loved the amazing view. The bathroom pods and kitchen and parking all very close. Kitchen had everything you would need. Uniquely different and would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Alisha

It was a fun experience and definitely worth a visit.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

We stayed in one of the rooms. Beautiful view. Shared toilet and kitchen facilities were very clean. Unique setting.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Amazing view
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Monique

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Although it's not really I expecting, still a good experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Yes
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Heshanth

Liked: Staff & service
You probably get what you pay for, cheap accommodation. If you’re in the area and just need a place to stay, this might be an option but definitely not if you’re looking for a nice getaway. Just a few things to note - The WiFi was rubbish. Kept dropping off and the very few times it connected had only one bar. Mobile coverage was down to 3G so, if you’re someone who needs to stay connected that’s going to be an issue. The toilets are at the back. Separate from the pods and shared. This could be a bit of an inconvenience, specially at night time. Our pod was advertised as ocean view. Don’t let that fool you. The ocean is far away you’ll have a glimpse of it on a good day. Falls advertising in my opinion. There’s not much going on onsite. A few caged birds and a muddy pond. Don’t waste your time following the beach signs because there’s no actual beach but just a seating area. On personal note, I emailed Tony prior to our stay and requested for our pod to be decorated or a bunch of flowers to be left for my wife who was celebrating her birthday. Tony said it’s not something they’ve done before but will try do something. We turned up to a postcard which was a bit of a disappointment. Looking back now it doesn’t surprise us.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denis

Chambre et cuisine très propre et bien équipé. Superbe vue et tranquillité
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Teresa

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Rachael

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Matthew

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Matthew

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022