Is parking available at the property?

Free self-parking is available on-site, but parking is limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM, and check-out is by 10:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, subject to additional charges.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property offers limited wheelchair accessibility, including some accessible facilities.

Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?

The property is located by the ocean, within a 10-minute walk of Truman Track and Paparoa National Park. It is 1.3 miles from Pororari River Track and 1.5 miles from Punakaiki Beach.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children are allowed at the property, but specific age policies for free stays are not mentioned.

Te Nikau Retreat Lodge in Te Miko

What guests think

At Te Nikau Retreat, reviewers highlight a tranquil native-bush setting near a wild beach, basic self-catering lodges and cabins, generally friendly staff, and a rustic, good-value vibe, alongside occasional maintenance issues, inconsistent cleanliness, and access challenges on narrow roads.

Many appreciate proximity to Punakaiki’s Pancake Rocks and the sense of privacy among the trees. Facilities such as shared kitchens and lounges are useful but some units feel worn, water pressure can be low, and Wi‑Fi is often unreliable. Service is typically kind and helpful, though a few guests reported difficulty with late check‑in or curt interactions. Expect a peaceful, rustic stay best suited to self-sufficient travelers.

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Facilities

Shared self-catering kitchens and a communal lounge are useful, and there’s a signed path to the beach with parking beside units. Several reviews note facilities feel worn or in need of TLC, and signage/lighting could be clearer.

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Martin

Feb 8, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Unique natural setting in the woods was not easy to park or maneuver down narrow dirt roads

8

Beau

Nov 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Prima plek, ruime keuken voor het aantal huisjes. Gemoedelijke sfeer. Kamer was klein maar voldeed aan de verwachtingen. Aardig personeel!

6

Mikaela

Jan 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The location was lovely but i didnt think it was worth what we paid. It needs some updating. I dont think id stay in that particular one again (Koru hut) but very beautiful location

4

Marc

Apr 27, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Das Te Nikau Retreat bei Te Miko an der Westküste Neuseelands ist schön ruhig im Wald gelegen. Das Zimmer (Comfort Appartment "Tiro", 1 Schlafzimmer, mit Meerblick) war recht groß, mit einem Wohnzimmer, Küchenzeile, Schlafzimmer und Bad. Das Bett war etwas weich. Das Bad mit Dusche war mäßig: Der Vorhang verschloss die Dusche nur halb und in der Nacht ist der Seifenspender mit lautem Krach von der Wand abgefallen. Hinweis: Es gab keinen TV. Leider negativ war ein äußerst unangenehmer Geruch in der Wohnung, vor allem im Schlafzimmer. Zudem war das Dach wohl undicht und es tropfte im Wohnzimmer an einer Stelle leicht von der Decke. Außerdem war die gesamte Wohnung inkl. allen Teppichen bei Ankunft insgesamt recht feucht/klamm (es war ein verregneter kalter Tag). Der Ausblick vom Balkon war wirklich toll. Aufgrund der Lage im Wald empfiehlt es sich, Insektenspray mit in die nicht ganz dichte Wohnung zu bringen. Es gab ausreichend Parkplätze auf dem Gelände, jeweils an den verstreuten Unterkünften direkt. Aufgrund der aufgezählten negativen Punkte war es für uns kein schöner Aufenthalt und den Preis nicht wert.

10

Takahiko

May 11, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

ロッジの一部屋に泊まりました。宿の中と外に椅子が多くあり、くつろげました。また、少し道は分かりにくいですが、宿から海岸まで歩いて行くことができ、海の水で削られた崖などを見ることができます。朝一番に行くと足跡のない海岸を歩くことができます。

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Megan

Mar 2, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We stayed for one night, the room was clean with a comfy bed, full use of the kitchen including a stove, microwave, kettle and fridge. There was a large communal lounge area and two showers in our lodge which was plenty. Make sure you bring your food with you as there are no supermarkets for 40 minutes from the property and few restaurants that are expensive if you’re on a budget.

8

vaughan

Jan 15, 2024

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Friendly and helpful staff, beautiful location with a stunning beach walk right on our doorstep.

6

Dominic

Feb 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It's a great spot, and easy walking to a fantastic beach. The kitchen and bathroom facilities were about average for a backpackers.The room itself was below average though. The door was closed with a bolt, but there was a gap all around it. There was a latch and a padlock for when we wanted to go out, and there was a strong musty/mouldy smell in the room. The bed was surprisingly comfortable though.

6

Axel

Apr 8, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Quiet remote location with beach access, facilities have potential for a renovation

4

Gail L

Feb 23, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Difficult to drive in and out of reception then difficult to get out of our unit parking. Older run down ensuite unit. Full cooking facilities but dishes dirty. Nice ocean view

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Cleanliness

Feedback is mixed: many found rooms very clean, but several reported dust, musty or damp smells, dirty dishes or appliances, and occasional mould or cobwebs. Standards seem to vary between units.

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Deann

Jan 8, 2024

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Nice quaint room. It wasn’t cleaned properly as there was still food from previous guests in the fridge, this prompted me to look inside the kettle and the kettle was old and flakey leaving me to decide that I did not want a hot drink. The property itself was beautiful but the amenities and cleanliness let me down personally

8

Anoop

Nov 27, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The rooms were basic and clean. Water pressure was minimal. Given it’s nowhere near any town, not unexpected. The walk to the beach was good and surroundings were amazing.

10

Rachel

Jan 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

What a gem of a hostel! Our private room had a beautiful balcony that overlook the forest and the beach. It was very clean and cozy, and the bed was really comfortable! Would definitely stay again!

6

Hemmaphan

Oct 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The cleanliness could definitely be improved, as there was a lot of dust and no body soap or shampoo provided. The rain made it difficult to drive to the cabin. However, the staff were kind.

2

Felipe

Jan 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We wanted to do a late check in to enjoy the day visiting some places, and we couldn’t because they never took our call, in which the booking description said to call them if we needed this. (5 phone calls with no answer, straight to voicemail). The place where we stayed wasn’t a room at all, it looked like it was a storage shed and they just placed a bed in there, the door didn’t close properly so the cold air was coming in as well as the insects. Linens were dusty and the duvet moldy. Room had spider webs and a lot of dust. We almost slept in the car that night but we were too tired and needed to lay down, so we laid down our own towels, folded back the duvet and slept on top of the sheets.

8

Glenn

Jan 5, 2023

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Stayed 19,360 nights

Beautiful setting, nice staff, could have been a little cleaner, one of the curtains was pretty dirty, pulled out bed to look for power sockets and really dusty etc

8

Megan

Mar 2, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We stayed for one night, the room was clean with a comfy bed, full use of the kitchen including a stove, microwave, kettle and fridge. There was a large communal lounge area and two showers in our lodge which was plenty. Make sure you bring your food with you as there are no supermarkets for 40 minutes from the property and few restaurants that are expensive if you’re on a budget.

10

Tim

Jan 24, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Amazing setting in the bush with clean, characterful lodges and rooms. I'm a kiwi and I've been coming back for decades. It's never failed to impress

6

Dominic

Feb 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It's a great spot, and easy walking to a fantastic beach. The kitchen and bathroom facilities were about average for a backpackers.The room itself was below average though. The door was closed with a bolt, but there was a gap all around it. There was a latch and a padlock for when we wanted to go out, and there was a strong musty/mouldy smell in the room. The bed was surprisingly comfortable though.

10

Philippa

Dec 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean rooms and full kitchen, deep in the jungle bush which was lovely. Easy checkin and good internet. Nice and warm at night.

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Rooms

Rooms and cottages are rustic and basic, with some cozy spaces, comfortable beds, and occasional balconies or views. Expect weak Wi‑Fi, low shower pressure, and variable privacy or noise in shared houses; some small rooms and insect issues were noted.

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Anoop

Nov 27, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The rooms were basic and clean. Water pressure was minimal. Given it’s nowhere near any town, not unexpected. The walk to the beach was good and surroundings were amazing.

8

jacqui

Mar 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely location. Place could do with some TLC. Windows need fly screens or unit needs mosquito spray. As didnt sleep due to sharing the room with the pests. Am covered in itchy welts.

8

David

Feb 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was adequate, sparse but had what we needed for 1 night. Internet was spotty at best and unavailable for much of our stay. The visiting Wētā birds on the deck made up for it!

10

Rachel

Jan 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

What a gem of a hostel! Our private room had a beautiful balcony that overlook the forest and the beach. It was very clean and cozy, and the bed was really comfortable! Would definitely stay again!

8

Anna

Mar 9, 2025

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A lovely stay at Te Nikau Retreat in Punakaiki. It’s basic but exactly what we needed and pretty good for the price. We stayed in Koru which is just a bed but that’s what we were expecting so it was great for us. Very close to the toilets. Good kitchen facilities. Shower pressure isn’t brilliant but it’s fine for one or two nights. Great location - just a few mins away from the Punakaiki rocks and only a short walk down to the beach for sunset which was recommended to us by the owner. He even gave us some insect repellent too. Only minor - but maybe try to put the lights near the signs in the walkway down to the beach as we did get a little lost on the way back to the hostel in the dark.

10

Thomas

Mar 21, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The hut or home is old but situated in a beautiful area. The single room I used is not suitable for tall person as the ceiling is very low (it’s an attic room) easily bump head to the padded wooden beams.

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Dominic

Feb 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It's a great spot, and easy walking to a fantastic beach. The kitchen and bathroom facilities were about average for a backpackers.The room itself was below average though. The door was closed with a bolt, but there was a gap all around it. There was a latch and a padlock for when we wanted to go out, and there was a strong musty/mouldy smell in the room. The bed was surprisingly comfortable though.

10

john

Mar 7, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great place, great staff, great location,...... woeful wifi

6

Signe

Feb 11, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Cheap place to stay, but the houses are a little worn down. I stayed at the single room for 1 night, and the room is OK, but keep in mind there are no real door on the room. In addition, you are very dependent on who else is in the house as you can hear everything (my house-mates were great!).

4

Gail L

Feb 23, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Difficult to drive in and out of reception then difficult to get out of our unit parking. Older run down ensuite unit. Full cooking facilities but dishes dirty. Nice ocean view

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Service

Staff are generally friendly, welcoming, and accommodating, with easy check‑in mentioned. A few guests experienced unanswered calls for late check‑in, curt reception, or language barriers.

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Beau

Nov 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Prima plek, ruime keuken voor het aantal huisjes. Gemoedelijke sfeer. Kamer was klein maar voldeed aan de verwachtingen. Aardig personeel!

6

Francis

Nov 18, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Our stay wasn't an unpleasant one and the staff did everything to help only, the communication was difficult seeing the receptionist didn:t speak English. Other than that was everything average.

2

Felipe

Jan 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We wanted to do a late check in to enjoy the day visiting some places, and we couldn’t because they never took our call, in which the booking description said to call them if we needed this. (5 phone calls with no answer, straight to voicemail). The place where we stayed wasn’t a room at all, it looked like it was a storage shed and they just placed a bed in there, the door didn’t close properly so the cold air was coming in as well as the insects. Linens were dusty and the duvet moldy. Room had spider webs and a lot of dust. We almost slept in the car that night but we were too tired and needed to lay down, so we laid down our own towels, folded back the duvet and slept on top of the sheets.

10

Ranid

Dec 27, 2022

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Stayed 19,352 nights

Really good prices, friendly and efficient staff and cosy and unique. Really loved staying there!

8

vaughan

Jan 15, 2024

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Friendly and helpful staff, beautiful location with a stunning beach walk right on our doorstep.

10

Nancy

Feb 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We appreciated the manager letting us shift our separate rooms to one two bedroom cottage at the last minute. As the heavy rains came during the night, we were beyond grateful that we were not in a tent or in a small metal "economy room" with no bathroom! We were safe and sound in a lovely two bedroom cottage with a well equipped kitchenette, large living room, covered deck and a walking path to the ocean (before the rain came). We were only there one night, checked in late and left early, but our time there was greatly appreciated.

4

Jih Nuoh

Dec 18, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Shared kitchen was ok but don't expect too much, Room with attached bathroom was ok....Walking distance to the beach but misleading path signs i.e. many private properties are around this hostel. Check-in staff was very angry/rude when we turned up around 8pm, as there was no message before that to ask us to turn up before 7pm. The curtains in the room were translucent or not covering the higher windows....the sun light will wake you up in the morning. Will never returned to this hostel.

10

Lianne

Feb 28, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Heerlijk verblijf in ‘the middle of nowhere’. De eigenaar is ontzettend aardig en behulpzaam, de omgeving is prachtig. Houd er rekening mee dat er geen supermarkt in de nabije omgeving aanwezig is. Restaurants zijn er wel.

10

Póla

Jun 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I stayed 1 night here with family and really enjoyed it. We arrrived just at sun set and the owner met us. We went straight to the beach from the property via a forest track where you can watch the sunset. We had a large self catering cottage to ourselves and our room was ensuite. Very pleasant stay and really quiet location. I would definitely recommend it and I would stay again.

10

Philippa

Dec 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean rooms and full kitchen, deep in the jungle bush which was lovely. Easy checkin and good internet. Nice and warm at night.

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Location

Set in quiet native bush with strong sense of seclusion, and a short walk to the beach; Punakaiki’s Pancake Rocks are a few minutes’ drive. Access can be tricky on narrow dirt roads, and services like supermarkets are not nearby.

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Martin

Feb 8, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Unique natural setting in the woods was not easy to park or maneuver down narrow dirt roads

10

Lila

Jan 1, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Quiet and secluded away from the holiday crowd but close to Punakaike. One of my favourite hostels.

10

Stefan

Jan 10, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice hostel in the rainforest within 5min to an awesome beach.

8

Anna

Mar 9, 2025

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A lovely stay at Te Nikau Retreat in Punakaiki. It’s basic but exactly what we needed and pretty good for the price. We stayed in Koru which is just a bed but that’s what we were expecting so it was great for us. Very close to the toilets. Good kitchen facilities. Shower pressure isn’t brilliant but it’s fine for one or two nights. Great location - just a few mins away from the Punakaiki rocks and only a short walk down to the beach for sunset which was recommended to us by the owner. He even gave us some insect repellent too. Only minor - but maybe try to put the lights near the signs in the walkway down to the beach as we did get a little lost on the way back to the hostel in the dark.

10

Graham

Apr 21, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Peaceful native bush setting. Short walk to wild beach

10

helle casey

Oct 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Helt fantastisk sted. Man er omgivet af den smukkeste natur og kan ikke høre meget andet end naturen. Det føles som et lille paradis. Der er også en virkelig smuk gåtur ned i stranden hvor der er en fantastisk smuk solnedgang. Vi kom som familie med 2 børn og kan varmt anbefale både familier og par at overnatte her.

8

Jeanette

Jan 8, 2023

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Stayed 19,365 nights

Loved the location

8

Adrienne

Dec 3, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

A quiet peaceful retreat away from the maddening crowds and close to nature at its best

8

Gengxin

Apr 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very unique location right in the jungle, close to a good beach.

10

Póla

Jun 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I stayed 1 night here with family and really enjoyed it. We arrrived just at sun set and the owner met us. We went straight to the beach from the property via a forest track where you can watch the sunset. We had a large self catering cottage to ourselves and our room was ensuite. Very pleasant stay and really quiet location. I would definitely recommend it and I would stay again.

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Dining

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Deann

Jan 8, 2024

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Nice quaint room. It wasn’t cleaned properly as there was still food from previous guests in the fridge, this prompted me to look inside the kettle and the kettle was old and flakey leaving me to decide that I did not want a hot drink. The property itself was beautiful but the amenities and cleanliness let me down personally

6

Alain

Nov 27, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We like this place in nature but the equipment of the kitchen is not suffisant

8

Anoop

Nov 27, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The rooms were basic and clean. Water pressure was minimal. Given it’s nowhere near any town, not unexpected. The walk to the beach was good and surroundings were amazing.

8

Beau

Nov 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Prima plek, ruime keuken voor het aantal huisjes. Gemoedelijke sfeer. Kamer was klein maar voldeed aan de verwachtingen. Aardig personeel!

8

Megan

Mar 2, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We stayed for one night, the room was clean with a comfy bed, full use of the kitchen including a stove, microwave, kettle and fridge. There was a large communal lounge area and two showers in our lodge which was plenty. Make sure you bring your food with you as there are no supermarkets for 40 minutes from the property and few restaurants that are expensive if you’re on a budget.

6

Dominic

Feb 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It's a great spot, and easy walking to a fantastic beach. The kitchen and bathroom facilities were about average for a backpackers.The room itself was below average though. The door was closed with a bolt, but there was a gap all around it. There was a latch and a padlock for when we wanted to go out, and there was a strong musty/mouldy smell in the room. The bed was surprisingly comfortable though.

10

Lianne

Feb 28, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Heerlijk verblijf in ‘the middle of nowhere’. De eigenaar is ontzettend aardig en behulpzaam, de omgeving is prachtig. Houd er rekening mee dat er geen supermarkt in de nabije omgeving aanwezig is. Restaurants zijn er wel.

4

Gail L

Feb 23, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Difficult to drive in and out of reception then difficult to get out of our unit parking. Older run down ensuite unit. Full cooking facilities but dishes dirty. Nice ocean view

10

Póla

Jun 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I stayed 1 night here with family and really enjoyed it. We arrrived just at sun set and the owner met us. We went straight to the beach from the property via a forest track where you can watch the sunset. We had a large self catering cottage to ourselves and our room was ensuite. Very pleasant stay and really quiet location. I would definitely recommend it and I would stay again.

10

Philippa

Dec 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean rooms and full kitchen, deep in the jungle bush which was lovely. Easy checkin and good internet. Nice and warm at night.

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Te Nikau Retreat

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Standard Suite, 1 Double Bed with Sofa Bed, Kitchenette

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite

Standard Cabin, 1 Double Bed with Sofa Bed

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Shared Bathroom (Te Nikau Lodge Twin)

Standard Room, Shared Bathroom

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette

Comfort Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Ocean View

Economy Cabin, 1 Double Bed, Garden Area (Koru)

Standard Shared Dormitory, 1 Twin Bed, Shared Bathroom

Xbasic Tent, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View, Garden Area (Stargazer)

Comfort Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Garden View, Garden Area (Mamaku Cottage)

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Shared Bathroom (Te Nikau Lodge King)

Standard Double Or Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Ensuite

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom

Standard Double Room, Multiple Beds, Shared Bathroom

Standard Room, Shared Bathroom (Te Nikau Loft)

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