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Riverside Homestead Waitangi

3.5 star property
Riverfront guesthouse with full-service spa and restaurant

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Riverside Homestead Waitangi, revitalized in 2021, sits by the river. Travelers can unwind in the garden or by the lobby fireplace. La Spa Naturale offers treatments, and the restaurant serves local cuisine. WiFi keeps everyone connected in this serene getaway.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
Couples treatment room(s), sauna, body treatments, deep-tissue massages

Spa

La Spa Naturale has 4 treatment rooms including couples treatment rooms. The property's spa offers deep-tissue massages and pampering treatments such as body scrubs. Other on-site facilities include a sauna.

Couples treatment room(s), sauna, body treatments, deep-tissue massages

Room options

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Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 30 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Double or Twin Room

Standard Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 20 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
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About the area

Located in Haruru, Riverside Homestead Waitangi is in a rural area and on a river. Bay of Islands and Tapeka Point Historic Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Action World and Makana Chocolate Boutique. Makana Confections and The Kauri Workshop are also worth visiting. Explore all the area has to offer with mountain biking, skydiving and ecotours.
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Map
846 Puketona Rd, Haruru, Northland, 0204

What's nearby

  • Haruru Falls - 6 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Bay of Islands - 6 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Paihia Wharf - 12 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Paihia Beach - 12 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Waitangi Treaty Grounds - 12 min drive - 12.6 km

Getting around

  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Phat House Brewing - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Paihia Sports Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪CBK Craft Bar & Kitchen - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Bad Habits - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Ti Bay Takeaways - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Riverside Homestead Waitangi

Guest house remodelled in 2021 and located near Bay of Islands
A terrace, a garden and a fireplace in reception are just a few of the amenities provided at Riverside Homestead Waitangi. Indulge in a body treatment, a body scrub and a deep-tissue massage at La Spa Naturale, the on-site spa. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a bar and a restaurant.
Other perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and beach towels
  • Smoke-free property, outdoor furniture and luggage storage
Room features
All guest rooms are individually furnished, and include comforts, such as premium bedding and pillow menus, in addition to perks, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
More amenities include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets and pillowtop mattresses
  • 2 bathrooms with designer toiletries and hairdryers
  • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with Netflix, streaming services and premium channels
  • Furnished balconies or patios, wardrobes/cupboards and separate sitting areas

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 39 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Private wine tours
  • Vineyard

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • Vineyard

Full-service spa

  • 4 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Built in 1994
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Renovated entire property - April 2021
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • 2 private bathrooms
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with premium digital channels
  • CD player
  • DVD player
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 15

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 11 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 11 are welcome

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: from approximately NZD 39 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 50 per room (one-way)

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Children 11 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 18 years old are only allowed with adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Riverside Homestead Waitangi Haruru
Riverside Homestead Waitangi Guesthouse
Riverside Homestead Waitangi Guesthouse Haruru

Frequently asked questions

Is Riverside Homestead Waitangi pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Riverside Homestead Waitangi?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Riverside Homestead Waitangi?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Riverside Homestead Waitangi?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Does Riverside Homestead Waitangi provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of NZD 50 per room applies.

Where is Riverside Homestead Waitangi located?

Situated on a river, this spa guesthouse is within 6 miles (10 km) of Bay of Islands, Haruru Falls and Action World. Te Ti Bay and Paihia Wharf are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Reviews

Riverside Homestead Waitangi Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Amenities

10

Staff & service

10

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was a place in Paradise and easy to get to sights in the area. The Owners were excellent
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lyxigt boende!

Ett vackert boende med hög lyxkänsla då sängen var skön, utsikten fantastisk, badrummet underbart och frukosten på balkongen var magisk. Värdarna var mycket hjälpsamma och service inriktade. Fantastiskt!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025