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Aotearoa Surf Eco Pods

Property class: 2.5

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Take advantage of an adjacent golf course, a free daily manager's reception, and a terrace at Aotearoa Surf Eco Pods. Active travelers can enjoy bodyboards, snorkeling, and beach yoga at this guesthouse. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a sports massage, a facial, or aromatherapy. Yoga classes are offered at the 24-hour gym; other things to do include ecotours, surfing/body boarding, and volleyball. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 50+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as shopping on site and a firepit.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Gym
  • Kitchen
The current price is ₩124,288
₩166,962 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 19 - Aug 20

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A modern building with large sliding glass doors, a small outdoor seating area with a plant, and a gravel ground.

Barrier - Double or Twin Room, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern outdoor seating area with a wooden deck and a glass door leading into a room.

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern, compact cabin with a large sliding glass door leading to a bedroom with bunk beds.

Family Quadruple Room, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A tented accommodation with a bed, pillows, a hanging light fixture, and bedside tables with decorative items.

Kentia Teepee (Quadruple) Sea View

  • Ocean view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A tent with a person sitting inside, surrounded by natural vegetation and two white chairs.

Fern Teepee (Quadruple) Sea View

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A tent with a conical roof, surrounded by a palm tree and a white chair.

Nikau Teepee (Quadruple) Sea View

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A modern house with a glass facade, wooden deck, and a palm tree in the foreground.

Panoramic Quadruple Room, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Large Twin Beds OR 4 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi
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About the neighborhood

Located in Te Arai, Aotearoa Surf Eco Pods is in a rural area and by the ocean. Mangawhai Museum and Waipu Museum are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Mangawhai Village Market and Matakana Weekend Market. SheepWorld and Goat Island are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Te Arai travel guide
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11 Te Arai Point Rd, Te Arai, Northland, 0975

What's nearby

  • A beach with rocky foreground, sandy shore, and a forested hillside.
    Mangawhai Heads Beach
    20 min drive - 15.1 km
  • Mangawhai Public Library
    8 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Mangawhai Village Market
    9 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Te Arai Reserve
    11 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Mangawhai Museum
    13 min drive - 10.8 km

Getting around

  • Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL)
    87 min drive

Restaurants

  • Bennetts Cafe
    6 min drive
  • Wood Street Freehouse
    11 min drive
  • Brewed As.
    11 min drive
  • Gringas
    11 min drive
  • Kōtare Cafe
    9 min drive

About this property

Aotearoa Surf Eco Pods

  • Guesthouse 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 travelers may like the bodyboards, snorkeling, and beach yoga at this guesthouse. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a sports massage, a facial, or aromatherapy. Yoga classes are offered at the 24-hour gym; other things to do include ecotours, surfing/body boarding, and volleyball. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with 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 rentals, express check-out, and express check-in
    • Golf clubs on site, a reception hall, and surf lessons
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches like separate sitting areas and separate dining areas.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Heating and portable fans
    • LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
    • Communal kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, microwaves, and toasters
    • Private yards, separate sitting areas, and separate dining areas

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 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
  • Snorkeling
  • 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 elevator (single-level property)

More

  • Built in 2020
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Mosquito nets
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reception hall
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

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
  • Microwave
  • Separate dining area
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

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

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

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

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 within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets 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

Property payment types

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

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 onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

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 Aug 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aotearoa Surf Eco Pods on Aug 19, 2026 start from ₩124,288, excluding 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?

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?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out 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 mi (10 km) of Mangawhai Public Library, Mangawhai Village Market, and Te Arai Reserve. Forestry Beach and Mangawhai Museum are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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