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Tarlton's Lodge
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9.6

Exceptional

20 reviews

20 reviews

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9.7

Exceptional

Location rating score

Exceptional location
Parking
FREE
Nearby landmarks
Haumai Point 370 m
Stockyard Point Scenic Reserve 410 m
Scenic Reserve 460 m
Pipi Patch Bar 470 m
Bay Beach Hire 540 m
1880 Elizabeth Colenso nee Fairburn Norfolk Pine 660 m
Bay of Islands Uniting Parish 700 m
Motuarahi Island 700 m
school playground 920 m
Opua Forest Lookout Track 930 m

Tarlton's Lodge

11 Sullivans Rd, Paihia, Bay of Islands, New Zealand, 0200 - See map

The car parking and the Wi-Fi are always free, so you can stay in touch and come and go as you please. Conveniently situated in the Paihia part of Bay of Islands, this property puts you close to attractions and interesting dining options. Rated with 4 stars, this high-quality property provides guests with access to hot tub and spa on-site.

Highlights

Sparkling clean

Excellent room comfort & quality

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Hot tub

Air conditioning

Facilities

Bicycle rental

Car park

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Luggage storage

Hot tub

Golf course [on-site]

Check-in/out [private]

Tennis court

Cheaper than 96% of all properties in Bay of Islands in the last 24 hoursCompared to 184 Bay of Islands properties at Agoda for various dates
Value for money8.8
Distance to city center1 Km
Location rating9.7

Rooms available at Tarlton's Lodge

Exceptional
Room comfort & quality

10

Room 1
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  • Room size: 20 m²/215 ft²
  • Sea view
  • 1 king bed
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King or Twin Room
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  • Room size: 24 m²/258 ft²
  • Sea view
  • 1 king bed
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King or Twin Room
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  • Room size: 24 m²/258 ft²
  • Sea view
  • 1 king bed
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Room 3
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  • Room size: 20 m²/215 ft²
  • Sea view
  • 1 king bed
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King or Twin Room
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  • Room size: 24 m²/258 ft²
  • Sea view
  • 1 king bed
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Room 2
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  • Room size: 24 m²/258 ft²
  • Balcony/terrace
  • 1 king bed
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Guest Room
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  • Room size: 23 m²/248 ft²
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King Room
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  • Room size: 24 m²/258 ft²
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2 BEDS 3 BEDS
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    2 BEDS 2 TWIN BEDS 3 TWIN BEDS
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      Frequently asked questions

      What time is check-in and check-out at Tarlton's Lodge?

      Check-in is from 02:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM. You may request early check-in or late check-out during booking, subject to availability. Guests checking in or out before or after the designated periods may be charged an additional fee.

      How do I get to Tarlton's Lodge?

      For those who wish to drive their own cars, Tarlton's Lodge has a car park available for guests. Parking is free for guests. Self-parking is conveniently available at the hotel. If you're looking for an easy way to get around Bay of Islands with private transportation, the hotel can arrange taxi service.

      Can special events be hosted at Tarlton's Lodge?

      Small or intimate events like honeymoons can also be accomodated.

      What is the smoking policy at Tarlton's Lodge?

      Tarlton's Lodge does not permit smoking in any of its rooms, but allows smoking in designated areas.

      What restaurants are nearby Tarlton's Lodge?

      Tarlton's Lodge is located in Paihia, famous for good restaurants such as Nikau Restaurant, Alfresco's Restaurant and Bar and Tito's Bistro & Bar.

      What popular shopping places are close to Tarlton's Lodge?

      Shopping options in Tarlton's Lodge’s Paihia neighborhood include The Cabbage Tree Shop and Paihia Bookshop.

      What are popular attractions near Tarlton's Lodge?

      Tarlton's Lodge is located in Paihia area, which is famous for attractions such as Stockyard Point Scenic Reserve, Bay of Islands Uniting Parish and school playground.

      What popular natural sightseeing spots are close to Tarlton's Lodge?

      Tarlton's Lodge is located within Paihia, which makes it conveniently close to natural sights including Haumai Point, 1880 Elizabeth Colenso nee Fairburn Norfolk Pine and Opua Forest Lookout Track.

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      What people love about Tarlton's Lodge

      • 10

        Exceptional
        Cleanliness

        "The room was so nice and clean, the linen and everything smelt beautiful."

        Emilie

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        April 24, 2022

      • 10

        Exceptional
        Staff 

        "Wonderfull hosts and warm comfortable accomodation sitting in the spa at night looking out at the amazing view was wonderfull will be back and highly recommend"

        Nicola

        |

        April 16, 2022

      • 10

        Exceptional

        "Beautiful spot very private great view I will be definitely going again 👍"

        Viv

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        March 16, 2022

      Property ranking|Compared to 184 Bay of Islands properties
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      Service score
      10/10
      Cleanliness score
      10/10
      Room comfort score
      10/10
      Location score
      9.7/10
      Better than
      99
      %
      of Bay of Islands properties
      Better than
      99
      %
      of Bay of Islands properties
      Better than
      99
      %
      of Bay of Islands properties
      Better than
      96
      %
      of Bay of Islands properties
      Overall rating:

      9.6

      Exceptional
      20 reviews
      Cleanliness
      10.0
      Facilities
      9.7
      Location
      9.7
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      More about Tarlton's Lodge

      More about Tarlton's Lodge

      Tarlton's Lodge

      The facilities and services provided by Tarlton's Lodge ensure a pleasant stay for guests. Post your pictures and answer your emails whenever you want, with the hotel's free Wi-Fi internet access. The hotel provides taxi services to help you find what you want in Bay of Islands. Parking is available and free, provided by the hotel for guests with their own transportation.
      The helpful staff at the front desk can assist you with services including safety deposit boxes. If you want seats to city's best entertainment, you can get help through the hotel's tours. In-room conveniences include daily housekeeping, so you can relax and enjoy your stay. The hotel is entirely non-smoking, ensuring a clean air environment.
      Smoking is restricted to the designated smoking areas.
      Experience high-quality room facilities during your stay at Tarlton's Lodge. The hotel provides air conditioning in some rooms for the benefit of guests. Some selected rooms at Tarlton's Lodge include a balcony or terrace, as part of the room design. Keep your entertainment options wide, even in your room, with a range of facilities, including television available in select rooms.
      The hotel also provides guests with a refrigerator and a coffee or tea maker in some rooms. Tarlton's Lodge also provides a hair dryer and bathrobes in bathrooms for select rooms.


      Dining and things to do

      Have fun at night with your travel companions right at the hotel's nightclub.
      To fill your days, be sure to check out the fantastic facilities offered at Tarlton's Lodge. The hotel's host of recreational offerings ensures you have plenty to do during your stay. Be sure to enjoy the accessible beach nearby. Pamper and indulge yourself with a visit to the hot tub and spa. Hot days can be cool fun with water activities like fishing, snorkeling, diving and wind surfing.
      You won't need anything for water activity fun other than your own enthusiasm, with aquatic activity conveniences like canoes and water park made available at Tarlton's Lodge. In a competitive mood? Get sporty with your travel group or other guests at the dart board, tennis court, golf course on site and hiking trails in the hotel.


      Reasons to stay here

      This hotel stands above the rest with a cleanliness score that beats 99% of accommodations in the city.
      Room comfort is said to be outstanding here, scoring higher than 99% of accommodations in the city.
      This hotel stands out for its staff and service, scoring higher than 99% of the city's accommodation.

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      Amenities and facilities

      Exceptional
      Facilities

      9.7

      Languages spoken
      • English
      • French
      • Spanish
      Outdoor
      • Bicycles
      Internet access
      • Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
      • Internet
      • Internet services
      • Wi-Fi in public areas
      Things to do, ways to relax
      • Billiards
      • Canoeing
      • Dart board
      • Diving
      • Fishing
      • Garden
      • Golf course [on-site]
      • Hiking
      • Hot tub
      • Nightclub
      • On-site entertainment
      • Pub crawl
      • Snorkeling
      • Spa
      • Spa/sauna
      • Tennis court
      • Tours
      • Water park
      • Wind surfing
      Cleanliness and safety
      • Anti-viral cleaning products
      • Cashless payment service
      • Daily disinfection in all rooms
      • Doctor/nurse on call
      • Face coverings on staff
      • Guest rooms seal after sanitization
      • Hand sanitizer
      • Hot water linen and laundry washing
      • Individually-wrapped food options
      • Physical distancing of at least 1 meter
      • Room sanitization opt-out available
      • Rooms sanitized between stays
      • Sanitized kitchen and tableware items
      • Staff trained in safety protocol
      • Sterilizing equipment
      Dining, drinking, and snacking
      • Bottle of water
      Services and conveniences
      • Air conditioning in public area
      • Contactless check-in/out
      • Daily housekeeping
      • Elevator
      • Food delivery
      • Heating in public area
      • Invoice provided
      • Luggage storage
      • Safety deposit boxes
      • Smoke-free property
      • Smoking area
      • Terrace
      Land sports
      • Golf course (within 3 km)
      Access
      • Adult-only property
      • Check-in/out [private]
      • Couples only
      • Fire extinguisher
      • Non-smoking rooms
      • Pets allowed
      • Safety/security feature
      • Security [24-hour]
      • Smoke alarms
      • Soundproof rooms
      Getting around
      • Car park [free of charge]
      • Taxi service
      Sports equipment rental
      • Bicycle rental
      Available in all rooms
      • Air conditioning
      • Balcony/terrace
      • Bathrobes
      • Coffee/tea maker
      • DVD/CD player
      • Free bottled water
      • Hair dryer
      • Ironing facilities
      • Non-smoking
      • Refrigerator
      • Shower

      Location

      11 Sullivans Rd, Paihia, Bay of Islands, New Zealand, 0200
      Exceptional
      Location

      9.7

      Property policies

      Children and extra beds

      Extra beds are dependent on the room you choose. Please check the individual room capacity for more details.

      Minimum age of guests is: 18 year(s).

      Others
      • The property has super king beds that can be separated into twin beds, two single beds. The property only offers this twin bed service for guests staying more than one night.
      • When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

      Some helpful facts

      Check-in/Check-out
      • Check-in from14:00
      • Check-out until10:00
      Getting around
      • Distance from city center1 Km
      • Travel time to airport (minutes)25
      The property
      • Non-smoking rooms/floorsyes
      • Number of bars/lounges0
      • Number of floors2
      • Number of rooms 3
      • Room voltage240
      • Year property opened2009

      Reviews of Tarlton's Lodge from real guests

      Provided by verified guests of Agoda
      9.6
      /
      10
      Exceptional
      Cleanliness10.0
      Facilities9.7
      Location9.7
      Room comfort and quality10.0
      Service10.0
      Value for money8.8
      High score for Bay of Islands
      Rating
      9+ Exceptional (11)
      8-9 Excellent (0)
      7-8 Very Good (0)
      6-7 Good (0)
      <6 Below Expectation (0)
      Time of the year
      Mar - May (6)
      Jun - Aug (0)
      Sep - Nov (2)
      Dec - Feb (3)

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      Showing 11 verified guest comments
      10.0
      Exceptional
      Emilie from New Zealand
      Couple
      Room 2
      Stayed 4 nights in April 2022

      Exceptional”

      This place made our trip! The room was so nice and clean, the linen and everything smelt beautiful. Private spa was nice and relaxing, and the view was stunning. Fresh home made cookies were left I'm our room daily which was a delicious treat!

      Reviewed April 25, 2022

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      Emile: It was great having you. We are so pleased you enjoyed it all. All the best Peter & Katalina

      Responded April 28, 2022
      Tarlton's Lodge
      9.6
      Exceptional
      Ken from New Zealand
      Couple
      Room 1
      Stayed 1 night in April 2022

      Wonderful place in Paihia”

      Solitude in paradise.. Awesome views thru to Russell. Will come again.

      Reviewed April 19, 2022

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      Thanks Ken for your review. We are happy you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you book again. Best Regards Peter & Katalina

      Responded April 21, 2022
      Tarlton's Lodge
      10.0
      Exceptional
      Nicola from New Zealand
      Couple
      Room 2
      Stayed 3 nights in April 2022

      Tarltons Lodge”

      Wonderfull hosts and warm comfortable accomodation sitting in the spa at night looking out at the amazing view was wonderfull will be back and highly recommend

      Reviewed April 16, 2022

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      Nicola: Thank you for your review. Happy guests make our day! it was a pleasure having you and we look forward to yor return. Stay safe. Peter & Katalina

      Responded April 17, 2022
      Tarlton's Lodge
      10.0
      Exceptional
      Viv from New Zealand
      Couple
      Room 2
      Stayed 2 nights in March 2022

      Totally relaxing ”

      Beautiful spot very private great view I will be definitely going again 👍

      Reviewed March 16, 2022

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      Viv: it was great having you and thank you for choosing us. We are very happy you enjoyed your stay. Happy guests like you is what we try to achieve. Thanks for the feedback. You made our day. All the best. Peter & Katalina

      Responded April 17, 2022
      Tarlton's Lodge
      9.6
      Exceptional
      Vicki from New Zealand
      Couple
      Room 1
      Stayed 1 night in September 2021

      Absolutely Amazing ”

      We will definitely be back!

      Reviewed September 26, 2021

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      So good to hear your positive feedback, Vicki. Thank you

      Responded January 03, 2022
      Tarlton's Lodge
      10.0
      Exceptional
      chih-chun from Taiwan
      Couple
      Room 1
      Stayed 1 night in April 2021

      Your best choice ”

      Nothing to complain, the best option in this area

      Reviewed April 08, 2021

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      Thank you Chih-Chun. It was a pleasure having you and David with us and reading your complementary review. All the best. Peter & Katalina

      Responded June 17, 2021
      Tarlton's Lodge
      9.2
      Exceptional
      holly from New Zealand
      Business traveler
      Room 1
      Stayed 1 night in January 2021

      Tarltons Review”

      Absolutely amazing service, views, accommodation and most importantly service. They have created a memory not just an experience and we have already told our friends and family they must go. 10/10

      Reviewed January 19, 2021

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      Thanks Holly for recommending us. Great to hear from a happy guest. Look forward to greeting your family when they come to stay at Tarltons Lodge. All the best & stay safe Peter & Katalina

      Responded February 22, 2021
      Tarlton's Lodge
      10.0
      Exceptional
      Danell from New Zealand
      Couple
      Room 1
      Stayed 1 night in September 2020

      It was perfect ❤”

      It was honestly so perfect, i mean what more could you ask for? The view was amazing, the room was so clean and the bed was super comfortable 😍, we had our own spa pool outside our room looking out to the ocean view, the staff were super friendly and very welcoming, i would definitely stay here again, and i would definitely recommend staying here. ❤

      Reviewed September 21, 2020

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      Danell: Thanks for your positive review. We are always very happy to hear our guests enjoyed their stay. Best Regards Peter Kinsey Tarltons Lodge

      Responded January 02, 2021
      Tarlton's Lodge
      10.0
      Exceptional
      Jonathan from United States
      Couple
      Room 2
      Stayed 1 night in December 2017

      Amazing B&B”

      What a stunning property. Great views of the Bay of Islands. Very comfortable room with patio with hot tub and breakfast area. Just perfect.

      Reviewed December 08, 2017

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      Thanks so much Jonathan for your complimentary review. It was a pleasure hosting you and we are very happy you enjoyed your stay. Peter

      Responded January 29, 2018
      Tarlton's Lodge
      10.0
      Exceptional
      Cenan from Turkey
      Couple
      Room 3
      Stayed 4 nights in December 2016

      Very kind and welcoming hosts who would get out of their way to make your stay enjoyable.”

      Clean, quality furniture and bedsheets, comfy bed, great view from the room and an amazing spa, possibly the best place to stay in Paihia.

      Reviewed December 14, 2016

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      Cenan: I was great to meet you and reminisce and share your the fish you caught. Best Regards and wish you well in the future. Peter

      Responded January 29, 2018
      Tarlton's Lodge
      9.3
      Exceptional
      Phillip from United Kingdom
      Couple
      Room 2
      Stayed 3 nights in April 2014

      Great staff, great room, great stay”

      Staff, room, hot tub

      The stay was superb from the moment we arrived until we reluctantly had to leave

      Reviewed May 02, 2014

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      Thanks for the review

      Responded January 28, 2020
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