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Purple Hen Country Lodge

2.5 star property
Guesthouse in Tahawai, near Wharawhara Track

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Purple Hen Country Lodge

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Property amenity
Exterior
Apartment
Apartment | Private kitchen
Shower, towels, soap

Overview of Purple Hen Country Lodge

Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Popular amenities

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  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Your area essentials

Map
227 Wharawhara Road RD2, Tahawai, 3178
  • Popular LocationKatikati Murals6 min drive
  • Popular LocationKatikati Bird Gardens14 min drive
  • Popular LocationAthenree Hot Springs19 min drive
  • AirportTauranga (TRG)44 min drive

Room options

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Quadruple Room

Quadruple Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Dishwasher
Renovated in 2023
Mixer
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
Freezer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Dishwasher
Renovated in 2023
Mixer
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
Freezer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Apartment

Apartment

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Dishwasher
TV
Renovated in 2023
  • 78.2 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 2 Large Single Beds

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Quadruple Room

Quadruple Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Dishwasher
Renovated in 2023
Mixer
Oven
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Quadruple Room

Quadruple Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Dishwasher
Renovated in 2023
Mixer
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
Freezer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for Quadruple Room

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Quadruple Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Dishwasher
Renovated in 2023
Mixer
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
Freezer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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About the area

Tahawai

At Purple Hen Country Lodge you'll be 2 km (1.2 mi) from Wharawhara Track and 4.3 km (2.6 mi) from Katikati Murals. Highlights at this guest house include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free guest house offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Added amenities include laundry facilities, gas grills and a picnic area. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this Tahawai guest house include Leveret Estate Winery and Athenree Hot Springs.
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What's nearby

  • Katikati Murals - 6 min drive
  • Haiku Park - 9 min drive
  • Katikati Bird Gardens - 14 min drive
  • Athenree Hot Springs - 19 min drive
  • Karangahake Gorge - 31 min drive

Getting around

  • Tauranga (TRG) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Orchard House - 11 min drive
  • Robert Harris - 6 min drive
  • Subway - 6 min drive
  • The Busy Baker - 5 min drive
  • Sy Bakehouse Cafe - 6 min drive

About this property

Purple Hen Country Lodge

Guesthouse in Tahawai, near Wharawhara Track
Purple Hen Country Lodge offers its guests a terrace, a BBQ, and a garden. WiFi is free in public spaces. Purple Hen Country Lodge also features a picnic area and laundry facilities. A complete renovation of Purple Hen Country Lodge was completed in December 2023.

This Tahawai guest house is smoke free.

  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Self-service laundry
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Purple Hen Country Lodge offers 5 accommodations with an iron/ironing board. This accommodation offers separate dining areas. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Limited housekeeping

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Thin carpet in room

More

  • Renovated entire property - December 2023
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Mixer
  • Oven
  • Separate dining area
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Important information

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 cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and outdoor lighting
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking. This property accepts cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and outdoor lighting in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

National rating

This property does not have a Qualmark® rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

Purple Hen Guest House Guesthouse Katikati
Purple Hen Guest House Guesthouse
Purple Hen Guest House Katikati
Purple Hen House Katikati
Purple Hen Guest House
Purple Hen Country Tahawai
Purple Hen Country Lodge Tahawai
Purple Hen Country Lodge Guesthouse
Purple Hen Country Lodge Guesthouse Tahawai

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Purple Hen Country Lodge?

Purple Hen Country Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Purple Hen Country Lodge?

As of 19 Apr 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Purple Hen Country Lodge on 20 Apr 2024 start from AU$91.93, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Purple Hen Country Lodge?

The closest beach to Purple Hen Country Lodge is Omokoroa Beach (16.1 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Purple Hen Country Lodge?

No, Purple Hen Country Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Purple Hen Country Lodge?

Check-in begins at 5 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Purple Hen Country Lodge?

No, pets are not allowed.

Purple Hen Country Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stately old home with beautiful garden and views
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed that this property was private and we had a lot of privacy with no distractions also that from every room we had a beautiful views. The beds were nice and comfortable with and rooms were very spacious. Nice and big.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed the country setting. Set in an avocado Orchard, with freedom to wander around and enjoy the space
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely quiet country environment and still close to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

SUSAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We were very comfortable and enjoyed our use of the communal lounge area. We were lucky to be the only visitors, it might seem a bit communal if all 4 rooms are taken. Good to be able to walk around the garden and Avo orchard.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kristin, Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely guest rooms within a working farm/orchard
I really enjoyed my time at this tidy and cheerful accomodation. The owner operators were wonderfully knowledgeable of the community and local attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

6/10 Okay

donna

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy, Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly place, highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jonnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fijn om hier te zijn!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020