Aotearoa Surf Eco Pods

Guesthouse in Te Arai with 24-hour fitness centre and spa services

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Dates

September 2025

October 2025

Panoramic Quadruple Room, Ocean View | Private kitchen

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.

Very good

Popular amenities

Gym
Spa
Pet-friendly
Kitchen
Parking included
Free WiFi

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Sept 27 - Sept 28

Tomorrow

Sept 28 - Sept 29

All rooms

1 bed

3+ beds

Showing 7 of 7 rooms

Barrier - Double or Twin Room, Ocean View

Exceptional

Highlights

Deck/patio

Garden

Separate dining area

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Heating

Full-sized fridge/freezer

15 sq m
Ocean view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Family Quadruple Room, Ocean View

Highlights

Deck/patio

Garden

Separate dining area

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Heating

Full-sized fridge/freezer

15 sq m
Ocean view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Nikau Teepee (Quadruple) Sea View

Highlights

Deck/patio

Garden

Separate dining area

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Heating

Full-sized fridge/freezer

Ocean view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 2 Large Twin Beds

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Ocean View

Very good

Highlights

Deck/patio

Garden

Separate dining area

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Heating

Full-sized fridge/freezer

15 sq m
Ocean view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Kentia Teepee (Quadruple) Sea View

Highlights

Deck/patio

Garden

Separate dining area

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Heating

Full-sized fridge/freezer

24 sq m
Ocean view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 2 Large Twin Beds

Panoramic Quadruple Room, Ocean View

Highlights

Deck/patio

Garden

Separate dining area

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Heating

Full-sized fridge/freezer

30 sq m
Ocean view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 2 Large Twin Beds OR 4 Large Twin Beds

Fern Teepee (Quadruple) Sea View

Highlights

Deck/patio

Garden

Separate dining area

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Heating

Full-sized fridge/freezer

Ocean view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 2 Large Twin Beds

About the area

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 travellers looking to shop may want to visit Mangawhai Village Market and Matakana Weekend Market. Goat Island and SheepWorld 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

Mangawhai Village Market - 7 min drive - 7.6 km
Mangawhai Heads Beach - 16 min drive - 14.1 km
Mangawhai Golf Club - 18 min drive - 13.0 km
Te Arai Reserve - 21 min drive - 9.7 km
Omaha Beach - 50 min drive - 51.8 km

Getting around

Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.) - 93 min drive

Restaurants

‪Mangawhai Tavern - ‬7 min drive
‪The Dune - ‬6 min drive
‪Brewed As Collective - ‬11 min drive
‪Wood Street Freehouse - ‬11 min drive
‪The Little Red Fish - ‬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

Similar properties

Kitchen
Parking included
Free WiFi
Barbecue grill

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

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)

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

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

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 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

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 does it cost to stay at Aotearoa Surf Eco Pods?

As of 27 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aotearoa Surf Eco Pods on 28 Sept 2025 start from NZ$208.75, including 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 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).