The Quality Hotel Oceans Tutukaka is near these landmarks: Matapouri Bay, Tutukaka Headland, Sailfish Cove Wines, Tane Moana, Perfect Day Ocean Cruise, Yukon Dive, Dive!

Had a night at Oceans and on arrival upgraded to a waterfront room.

We actually drove along to Matapouri for a walk on the beach there in the late afternoon.

Tutukaka is a very short drive from several great little beaches.

This colourful waterfront property offers everything you need.

Had booked our night here at short notice and when we arrived we were given a upgrade to the waterfront at no extra charge.

a really well-appointed hotel, right by the waterfront, really big rooms, good pool and Bar b q area, and great customer service.

The Marina View rooms provide give a lovely outlook across the lawn to the harbour and the Marina.

Perfect location, beautiful coast and close to Whangarei.

but it is also great for beaches, walks and exploration.

We drove from Russell along the coast to home Tutukaka .

However we did have a great view of the marina and bay from my room.

The rooms were good, parking was spacious, setting was quiet and lovely view of the harbour and boats.

Easy drive to world class beaches, walking track to the Lighthouse from the hotel was very enjoyable.

The location is great, Very nice view, and you can walk to resturants, pier and dive shop.

Close to a number of beach walks, cliff-top walks and a little biking.

Lot of beaches and bush walks to choose from, excellent tracks all signposted and well maintained with amazing views from lookout points.

It was one of the best 'big breakfasts' that I have had.

Oceans has a restaurant, Waihi where we enjoyed coffee and good cooked breakfasts.

If I was in the area I would go to the hotel for breakfast as their breakfast menu was interesting and delicious.

Eating was no problem at all at their restaurant which served wholesome breakfasts and dinners.

but the ice cream Parlour next door is awesome offering delicious flavors.

There's a restaurant attached that was good for breakfast, and is reputed to be very good for dinner, too (although we only had breakfast).

but we didn’t get a discount for breakfast as mentioned in another review.

Food in the restaurant was great (both breakfast and dinner).

Breakfast is supplied at a discounted rate..

Great value nicely cooked breakfast pancakes were popular with the kids I loved the bacon and eggs and tomatoe breakfast I ordered and coffee is great too service is friendly and inside  decor a bit worn

The hotel room had a little balcony which at $150 wasn't bad, and a great restaurant attached .Bacon and eggs for $12 and my favourite chicken congee with lots of ginger for $14 and dinner in the restaurant was good too lamb fillets with felafel and yoghurt .

Both dinner and breakfast were excellent and well priced.

Next day we had breakfast in the restaurant where the food came quick, was plentiful and reasonable.

We are at Wahi over the weekend for breakfast and dinner and the food was excellent.

We enjoyed a lovely breakfast at the hotel in the morning and loved taking a walk along by the marina.

I had lunch and breakfast there, and walked down the road to the Schnapper Rock Restaurant (also owned by the Hotel I believe, so we could charge-back).

We stayed here for the night after the Perfect Day cruise and were very happy with the Quality Hotel Oceans.

There is a small market right next door that was open most of the time.

We aware the hotel is considering either air-conditioning and / or screens on windows and balcony doors.

There was a bad stain on the carpet, one clock was broken and had been put in a cupboard, the phone was unplugged and the balcony (shared with next door) was absolutely covered in cigarette

I assumed that meant we should walk into the restaurant area, where we were told firmly that we should have walked through the door that said Reception Area Closed.

I did not open the door to investigate as I was not sure who it was out there.

also ,there is no second lock on the door.

We called a phone number, so that she would come down and open the door for us late in the evening.

even though we ran the ceiling fan  The windows didn't open very far.

Not much open on a Sept Sunday so we ate at Hotel Restaurant.

Could not open windows due to bugs flying in.

There isn't any air conditioning and you have to sleep with the windows open.

We had to have the windows fully open all night and even then it was not enough.

but with no air you must leave the windows open which meant that the bar noises below kept us from sleeping the first night.

We chose it as a stopover rather than using a hotel in Whangarei where our usual choice has become run down with poor service.

The continental breakfast was of a poor standard, I wouldn't recommend it.

Breakfast was poor and some of our group waited 45 minutes for breakfast to arrive.

We stayed for 2 nights at the end of our trip so we could go snorkelling at poor Knights.

The food was of poor quality and the serving staff was very amateur.

but I think, this place is still the best choice if you plan to dive the poor knights islands.

but still an amazing view out over the Marina.

I would definitely stay here again and recommend Oceans to anyone to stay here.

This hotel is not to be missed because Tutukaka itself is gem of a place, and Oceans is the icing on the cake.

Our room was really clean and comfortable, loved the outlook over the marina.

As we walked into the newly refurbished room, the view of the marina was stunning.

but the view was great and the room was spacious and tidy.

We had a room at the rear - the outlook was actually to the trees, perfectly pleasant.

View from the room was to a rubbish bin station.

Half the resort get sea
views of the marina and there is plenty of car parking.

The facilities are nice, beds are comfortable and great views.

I'd well recommend Oceans as a place to stay and I also would recommend a Tutakaka Getaway as a thing to do, lost to experience.

This is a lovely gem with beautiful spacious rooms and incredible marina views!

The hotel overlooks the marina and our room had wonderful views of the sea and the area.

Sadly our view in 105 looked onto the car park instead of fabulous marina.

The view was great our to sea and with sky TV what more do you need .

There is a nice 2nd floor veranda that you can sit on to have sundowners by the ocean,

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The Lupton Lodge is near these landmarks: Matapouri Bay, Waipu Cave, Tutukaka Headland, Sailfish Cove Wines, Tane Moana, Waipu Caves Track, Perfect Day Ocean Cruise, Yukon Dive, Dive!

The Lodge is located close to the lovely Whangarei Falls and not far from the beaches and walks if Whangarei Heads.

Recommend this place to anyone on the way up to Bay of islands or on their way home.

Recommend a night or two here whether on business in area or on holiday as short drive to Tutakaka Coast and many other tourist attractions.

Also great for visiting the beautiful Tutukaka coast.

The coast is about a 30 minute drive through beautiful vistas.

Whangarei is a jumping off point about half-way in terms of time between Auckland and points north, so we chose Lupton Lodge to rest up on our way to the Bay of Islands.

And Andy managed to whip up two of the best dinners we had in our tour of North Island. The coast out at Whangarei Heads, around 45 mins drive away, has some spectacular (and easy!)

Andy, chef and owner, will whip you up a fabulous breakfast and or dinner, my suggestion being the Thai green curry.

It didn't stop there - we were treated to a lovely cooked breakfast in the morning.

When we told our kindly host, Andrew Raven, about our dilemma over breakfast, he could not have been more helpful.

Andy was an excellent and helpful host and breakfast was a real treat with all dietary requirements catered for.

The rooms spotlesly clean and warm (in a kiwi autumn) and the breakfast is superb.

Breakfasts were included and we had various omelettes and other delicious options with lots of good coffee.

The meals he prepared were delicious and nicely plated.

The grounds are gorgeous, the owner lovely and the breakfast delicious!

The value of the staying a night at the Lodge and for breakfast was well worth it.

This is the old villa that was the first headmaster of whangarei house ,relocated and set among the most relaxing and lovely layout grounds,it was really relaxed atmosphere welcome was great ,rooms just couldn't be faulted,the cooked breakfast was absolutly superb,I thing the owner must of been a chef from another life ,thanks lupton house for a lovely stay

but very homely and good cooked breakfast is included in the room rate.

Our dinner was excellent (lamb and salmon), and breakfasts were very nice as well.

He also provided carb free cooked breakfasts for us each morning.

Breakfast was great - Andy accomodated my breakfast request kindly, and we were on the road, right on schedule.

Andy was a great host and provided us with a hot breakfast every morning.

Both were attractively decorated, and overlooked the pasture where cows and sheep peacefully munched grass.

We booked this as we were driving from Whangarei and it was perfect
We had the top room overlooking the paddocks and it was quiet and peacefull
Host Andy was very helpful and pleasant and we had a good breakfast the following morning
16kms to Tutukaka for great seafood and very close to Whangarei as well
Highly recommended

Lots of room in accomodation ,bed room and private lounge with view of garden.

It is located in a great place to see the area, close to Whengarei Falls and the ocean.

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There is so much to do in Tutukaka, beautiful beaches, locals are friendly.

The Pacific Rendezvous Resort Motel is near these landmarks: Matapouri Bay, Tutukaka Headland, Sailfish Cove Wines, Tane Moana, Perfect Day Ocean Cruise, Yukon Dive, Dive!

The beaches are absolutely gorgeous, and the playground was just perfect.

Lovely sheltered beaches and scenic walks around the resort too.

Great amenities, having 2 private beaches is also a treat.

The wee beach down the stair bush walk was very special.

Paths down to the private beaches are a dream to walk on.

The units are very well set up and the complex has many facilities and two private beaches.

Lovely beach down the stairs, fantastic pool, and well set-up rooms.

All around sea views, including out to The Poor Knights and over Tutukaka harbour.

What a treat this was for us and a beach we visited daily.

Spotless unit set within the sanctuary of a private peninsular with views to die for and with its own private beach.

A well set up room with amazing views on the peninsular looking out over the Tutukaka harbour.

.we very nmuch enjoyed our short 2 night break at PR..the views REALLY ARE to die for, track down to a lovely beach, stand in managers were great to deal with and very accomodating

We look forward to going back perhaps in the summer when we can swim at the some of the lovely beaches.

We would thoroughly recommend this location to walkers, surfers, anglers and divers or simply to relax as it’s position on the Tutukaka coast is second to none.

The private access to the beach is well maintained and even has benches.

The best beaches are not far away, that is Matapouri and Whale Bays.

but resort has a well stocked shop if you need any meal ingredients!

We also enjoyed takeaway from Ngunguru and yummy pizza from Tutukaka.

There's a shop on site for basic supplies; they also offer breakfast service.

There they prepared our dinner and breakfast.

A short drive to Tutakaka where we had a delicious supper at Schnapper Rock.

The property itself is excellent with a pool, bbq area, laundry, little store,  A continental breakfast (extra charge) was delivered to our room and was very good.

We had breakfast on the deck upstairs in the morning sunshine!

Amazing restaurant down at the Marina - Schnapper Rock - went there both nights and had gorgeous fresh fish, delicious!

This was a great family friendly place, the games room was great entertainment and the spa pools were delicious on a cold winters evening.

Also take spray and cook if you want to make eggs. .

Rooms were clean and kitchen had what we needed to cook simple meals & breakfast.

You can also request a continental breakfast from reception the night before for 15 dollars.

We took advantage of their $15/person breakfast option so that we could eat in our room in comfort before starting early for activities.

It was great to have breakfast and afternoon tea on the deck.

Cooking facilities are available to cook your own breakfast and dinner if you want ,

We had breakfast on the deck every morning and watched the boats head out.

We sat out there for drinks and nibbles and also for breakfast.

Breakfast at the Snapper Cafe was perfect and caught some waves at Sandy Bay.

The rooms are more than adequately provisioned and there is a choice of breakfast items that are delievered the day before so you can prepare them at your leisure.

but got dive bombed by moths & clicker bugs.

Dead insects round the windows and one not very dead mosquito that had a severe bite.

but we're surprised to be told on a note by the kitchen sink that if we didn't leave the dishes washed & put away, we' d be charged extra.

When I complained again the manager was less than helpful, his wife however offered us an extra night free of charge

It didn't even give my time to purchase the credit that I needed!

When I am being charged $220 for one night I am horrified I have to buy my own soap!

In fairness, the manager didn't actually charge us the 5 dollars.

2 hours after checking out the manager informed me that he will debit my Visa with $420 without my consent for some extra charges.

but I couldn't recommend it at what they charge.

but the unit is not cleaned except every five days for long stays, or at an additional daily charge of $20,if daily servicing is required.

We loved watching the fishing boats and cruise boats going in and out Tutukaka Bay.

The Poor Knights Cruise that operates from the Tutukaka Harbour is a must do and can be easily accessed fro the motel

Was charged $20 for a towel change on my second day.

Also, the property charges a fee for towels to be used in their pool/spa.

A few procedure changes especially with towels, hence the average review.

Otherwise bring your own towels, this is not a backpackers hostel and to ask guests to do this is unprofessional.

No heated towel rail so hard to dry towels out.

The manager had turned the heat pump on so we were toasty warm and even the towel rail was on to warm the towels.

Units are not serviced (except for towels etc)

Two of our towels were covered in someone else's hair and the spa was grimy with sand throughout. bottom

The rooms are not serviced daily, so you need to make your own beds and do the dishes (although towels are changed daily).

my only issue is that they come and deliver clean towels each day

Let down somewhat by the service - no milk in the room on arrival and patchy service getting towels / tea towels changed.

They did state they would change towels and remove rubbish

but they skimped on the hearted towel rail so there is no ability to dry the huge number of towels you go through when the kids jump in the pool several times a day.

First time ever we've had to purchase a towel to use at the pool!!

We have never had to pay for extra towels

), there was never a problem when we needed extra towels for going on the boat to go diving, and when we checked out they gave us loads of useful tips for when we got to Rotorua (the place we were going to next).

Just a note on previous comments - it is normal in NZ to bring your own beach towels wherever you stay.

Was a fAbulous place the thing to remember is all units appear to be individually owned, not sure what the rules are , we stayed in unit 2 and we found the beds uncomfortable, fabulous views, grt for a getaway

However early evening, bugs really became a problem - as there is no air con or fan, you need the ranchslider door open or the unit is airless, hot & uncomfortable,

The beds were really lumpy and uncomfortable.

Rooms are dated and the couch dusty and uncomfortable,

The beds were very hard and uncomfortable.

The bed was very uncomfortable to sleep on.

Fantastic views from downstairs and even better upstairs.

Quiet, spectacular views, great fishing, clean well appointed unit.

This is a beautiful place with fabulous views and facilities

The views around the property were stunning.

Wake up and the morning, with a direct view to the Pacific is priceless.

Been to Pacific Rendezvous and each time has been special.Very much enjoyed the wonderful view and the immaculate presentation of the unit and the resort.

The property has a lovely location, with some accommodation alternatives having better views than others.

The view was beautiful, we enjoyed sitting outside watching the boats and the bird life.

Stunning venue with clean rooms and jaw dropping views.

Each unit has a beautiful view over the water.

Lovely view from our room and spacious living space.

Delightfully relaxing, spacious unit, gorgeous grounds to walk around with spectacular sea views from every unit and from nearly every part of the grounds, even the swimming pool has a sea view.

We had a one bedroom apartment that opened up to the most stunning ocean views.

but no dishwasher there was washing machines and dryers to use and clothes line there is a swimming pool and spa pool
The views are amazing it is a five minutes drive away from tutukaka but all good and a great stay

The views are 5 star and we often watched the sunrise from my sons bedroom.

Absolutely loved our  7 day break at this resort.We were in unit 17 and the 180 degree views are stunning.

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The The Light House Lookout is near these landmarks: Matapouri Bay, Tutukaka Headland, Sailfish Cove Wines, Tane Moana, Perfect Day Ocean Cruise, Yukon Dive, Dive!

You can explore the hill, were the B&B is, swim in the ocean on their own beach or play in the swimming pool, which we didn`t, because it was wintertime.

Susy and Brett created a little piece of paradise on top of the cliffs with tremendous views over the bays beneath and on the Poor Knights Islands out in the ocean.

Seriously amazing, views, track down to secluded bay, hot tub, swimming pool, fantastic welcoming and caring hosts.

The house itself has two double rooms and there is a cabin with a double room detached from the main building, the pool is great in the evenings and the views are unrivaled: there is a reason this stretch of coastline got voted most beautiful in the world!

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