Karapiro Travel Guide
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Kauri Lodge Karapiro
957 / 4 Taotaoroa Road Karapiro Waikato
The price is £96 per night from 18 May to 19 May
£96
18 May - 19 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Karapiro. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Hobbiton Movie Set and The Red Barn are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (126 reviews)
Beautiful property and comfortable accommodations. Very pleased 😊
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Lakeside Health & Wellness Resort
1002 Tirau Rd, RD2 Karapiro Waikato
The price is £202 per night from 12 Jun to 13 Jun
£202
12 Jun - 13 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly resort in Karapiro. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private hot tubs. Popular attractions Lake Karapiro and Sir Don Rowlands ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (38 reviews)
Arrival & Atmosphere We arrived around 3 PM and check-in was smooth - there was one staff member at the front desk who was expecting us. However, the resort felt unusually quiet, almost empty. During our stay, most facilities appeared closed, including dining and the spa. It’s unclear whether these ...
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Lovely 3 Bedroom Quiet Home with Farm Views - 10 mins to Cambridge and Hobbiton
Cambridge Waikato
Stay at this farm stay in Karapiro. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Hobbiton Movie Set and Lake Karapiro are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (36 reviews)
Beautiful and peaceful, with total privacy. This cottage had everything we needed, with the added bonus of farm animal visitors on misty mornings. Easy travel to local highlights, close to town but far enough away to feel like a hidden sanctuary. Loved it
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Kauri Lodge Karapiro
957 / 4 Taotaoroa Road Karapiro Waikato
Stay at this aparthotel in Karapiro. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Hobbiton Movie Set and The Red Barn are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (126 reviews)
Beautiful property and comfortable accommodations. Very pleased 😊
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Karapiro Cottage
Karapiro Waikato Region
Stay at this cottage in Karapiro. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Maungatautari Ecological Island and The Red Barn are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (18 reviews)
Pros: Lovely property; we really enjoyed the stay.Cons:Water pressure in the shower was poor. Security concern: on the morning of check out we found an empty bottle beer on the steps are the rear. This was not there the day before. We were concerned if there had been a prowler during the night.
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Get away from it all, relax in a 1971 Bedford bus over looking lake Karapiro
Karapiro Waikato
Popular attractions Maungatautari Ecological Island and Lake Karapiro are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (9 reviews)
We can't rate the bus as it was unavailable on our arrival and in the barn for major maintenance. However we were offered a room in the adjacent lodge which was very nice - just not what we expected at the time of booking.
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Popular places to visit
The Red Barn
After visiting The Red Barn, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Karapiro. Wander the lakeside and parks while you're in the area.
Chiddingfold Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Chiddingfold Garden, a lovely green space in Karapiro. Visit the spas in this relaxing area or simply enjoy its cafes.
Things to do
Hobbiton Day Tour from Rotorua with lunch at Hobbiton
£133
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hobbiton Movie Set Tour with lunch from Auckland
£133
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hobbiton Movie Set & Rotorua including Te Puia Tour
£220
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Small-Group Hobbiton Tour from Auckland with Party Marquee Lunch
£179
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Twilight Glowworm Kayak Tour – Lake Karapiro
£65
per adult
From Matamata: Guided Hobbiton Experience with Bus Transfers
£57
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
