Title: Aotearoa Surf Eco Pods Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Aotearoa Surf Eco Pods Guesthouse in Te Arai with 24-hour fitness centre and spa services ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55440000/55439500/55439488/426d698f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Panoramic Quadruple Room, Ocean View | Private kitchen | Full-sized fridge, microwave, stovetop, toaster](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55440000/55439500/55439488/5b4e4b61.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Children’s activities](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55440000/55439500/55439488/f47a753a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55440000/55439500/55439488/f3f78519.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Panoramic Quadruple Room, Ocean View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory-foam beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55440000/55439500/55439488/3747e9ea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Aotearoa Surf Eco Pods sits where adventure meets relaxation by the ocean. Guests play 18 holes of golf, join the daily manager's reception, participate in yoga classes, and recharge with spa services including hot stone massages. 8.4 Very good ## Popular amenities - Gym - Spa - Pet-friendly - Kitchen - Parking included - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates # Tonight [Sept 15 - Sept 16](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-15&endDate=2025-09-16&selected=55439488&PinnedHotelID=55439488&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-15&endDate=2025-09-16&selected=55439488&PinnedHotelID=55439488&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Tomorrow [Sept 16 - Sept 17](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-16&endDate=2025-09-17&selected=55439488&PinnedHotelID=55439488&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-16&endDate=2025-09-17&selected=55439488&PinnedHotelID=55439488&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # This weekend [Sept 19 - 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FTe-Arai-Hotels-Aotearoa-Surf-Eco-Pods.h55439488.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FTe-Arai-Hotels-Aotearoa-Surf-Eco-Pods.h55439488.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-36.17001%2C174.58444&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=-mDsMduUdrMdwfWhfOr97c1jq6I=) 11 Te Arai Point Rd, Te Arai, Northland, 0975 #### What's nearby - Mangawhai Village Market - 7 min drive - 4.7 miles - Mangawhai Heads Beach - 16 min drive - 8.8 miles - Mangawhai Golf Club - 18 min drive - 8.1 miles - Te Arai Reserve - 21 min drive - 6.1 miles - Omaha Beach - 50 min drive - 32.2 miles #### Getting around - Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.) - 93 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Mangawhai Tavern - ‬7 min drive - ‪The Little Red Fish - ‬6 min drive - ‪Millars Vineyard - ‬26 min drive - ‪Brewed As Collective - ‬11 min drive - ‪The Dune - ‬6 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 bodyboarding, snorkelling and beach yoga at this guest house. 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 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, express check-out and express check-in - Golf clubs on-site, a reception hall and surfing lessons 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 ## 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) ### More - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Built in 2020 - Comprehensive food waste policy - Comprehensive recycling policy - Designated smoking areas - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Humane treatment of captive wild animals - Local culture and ecosystem education - Locally-owned and organised tours and activities - Mosquito nets - No plastic soft drink bottles - No plastic water bottles - Reception hall - Reusable cups - Reusable tableware - 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 - 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 ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime Contactless check-in and check-out are available Express check-in 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 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 ### 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 ## 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 This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### 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 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). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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