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Nestled atop a cliff on New Zealand's North Island, The Lodge at Kauri Cliffs offers stunning views of the Pacific Ocean. This luxury hotel features beautiful guest rooms with a private balcony or patio. The Lodge also features a world-class restaurant, Spa, and golf course. This is the perfect place to have a romantic getaway or a family vacation.

Overview

The Lodge at Kauri Cliffs is a luxury lodge that offers lovely views of the Blue Ocean and the Bay of Islands. The hotel lies just 40 minutes from Auckland. The property is on 6,500 acres near Matauri Bay. It also enjoys an elevated position with stunning 180-degree views over the Pacific Ocean and overlooks the golf course.

The Lodge's grand colonial design features a wide range of beautiful dining and living spaces. Besides, many rooms open onto covered verandahs. This offers the opportunity to enjoy alfresco dining near outdoor fireplaces while enjoying the views.

Only 22 guest suites are on the fringe of the sea and native forest overlooking the golf course. However, the Owner's Cottage with two bedrooms is a highlight. It is featured on Architectural Digest's December 2008 cover. Moreover, in 2009, Golf Digest ranked it #1 International in its World's 50 Best Golf Hotels.

The Kauri Cliffs Lodge also has a fantastic spa. It is nestled among a totara tree with indoor/outdoor treatment areas and outdoor fireplaces.

Location

You will find the cottages at 139 Tepene Tablelands Road Matauri Bay, 0245, New Zealand. They are in a natural forest that overlooks the Pacific Ocean and championship golf course. Besides, you can drive to the Lodge or get a flight from Auckland. The hotel is a short and easy drive away from Kerikeri Airport.

Suites

The Lodge at Kauri Cliffs offers elegant, luxurious suites with an open fireplace that showcase panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean. Virginia Fisher designed these spacious Family Suites and Deluxe Suites with your comfort in mind. They offer total relaxation and peace.

You will also feel at home in these spaces with spacious bathrooms and balconies facing east. The 22 suites are away from the Main Lodge in the native New Zealand forest. They are housed in pairs in separate cottages close to the lodge spa. The gymnasium, swimming pools, and tennis courts are also close by.

Additionally, each room is neutrally toned. These bedroom residences feature comfortable armchairs at the fireside, walk-in wardrobes, and luxurious bathrooms. The Two-Bedroom Owner's Cottage offers more space and an infinity pool.

Dining

Kauri Cliffs Northland is home to various fresh ingredients that make delicious food. Barry Frith is a fun chef who creates daily meals at the hotel. He uses a wide range of international cuisines to inspire him. Moreover, Frith and his team of chefs place great emphasis on local producers and providers.

These chefs keep food miles low, with fish often being caught and prepared the same day. They promote local growers and fresh seasonal produce. The focus is on the best product available and on creating delicious dishes for guests with bold flavor combinations. But, they also emphasize the natural beauty of each ingredient with the maximum visual impact.

The Main Dining Rooms, Green Room, and Tiger Room are all available to guests. Guests can also arrange private dining on request.

Spa and Wellness

Kauri Cliffs Spa invites you to refresh and renew your spirit in a serene environment surrounded by nature. It commits to offering quality treatments tailored to you. They provide various services, including massages, luxurious facials, hydrotherapy, and body treatments.

The Spa is at the edge of Totara Forest. It has views of a Fern glen and winding river. Moreover, every treatment room, except the couple's, offers floor-to-ceiling views. The rooms also open onto a private patio. It has forest surroundings, native birdsong, and a separate outdoor shower.

There are four treatment rooms and locker rooms with bathrooms. There is also a sauna and an indoor heated lap swimming pool. Additionally, the Spa has a Jacuzzi spa pool and a Jacuzzi pool.

Golf

Kauri Cliffs were designed and constructed by David Harman from Golf Course Consultants in Orlando. The par 72 championship course is 7,139 yards / 6,528m. It features five sets to challenge all levels of skill. Moreover, 15 holes offer a view of the Pacific Ocean. Six are alongside cliffs that plunge into the ocean.

These beautiful inland holes run through farmland, marsh, and forest. Golf Digest Top 100 Greatest Golf courses currently rank Kauri Cliffs as #37. Rees Jones, the famous golf course architect, also renovated Kauri Cliffs.

The 5th hole has been completely redesigned. They transformed it from an uphill, forced carry par-3 into a short, "drop shot" par-3. The 2nd and 9th holes had tees changed, as well as the bunker renovation on the 4th. The golf complex has a practice range with putting and chipping greens. There is also a fully-stocked shop and locker rooms for men and women. Plus, the option is to rent premium clubs for ladies and men.

Activities

There are many outdoor activities available on the Kauri Cliffs property. The lodge team can suggest and arrange all activities, from hiking to the waterfall to playing tennis to picnics at Pink Beach. Guests also have the option to enjoy guided bird watching and surfing, as well as farm tours.

Takeaway

The Lodge at Kauri Cliffs is a world-famous hotel on the edge of a cliff overlooking the ocean on 6,000 acres near Matauri. It has been voted one of the best hotels in the World by Conde Nast Traveler. The hub is famous for its luxury accommodations, world-class cuisine, and breathtaking views. Guests can also enjoy various activities such as golf, tennis, swimming, and hiking. Not to mention the 18-hole golf course and 3 private beaches. Book your stay today at the Lodge at Kauri Cliffs.