WAITOHU LODGE Otaki - as featured in NZ House & Garden June 2020

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A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a sofa, a wooden table with a bowl of apples, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a refrigerator, and a sink. There's a clock on the wall and a decorative wall piece above the sink.
A modern living room with a round table, two chairs, a TV, and a balcony with a view of trees and a lawn.
A pathway flanked by neatly trimmed hedges and a wooden fence, leading through a park-like setting.
A rectangular swimming pool with two lounge chairs and a table under a canopy, surrounded by a black metal fence and lush greenery.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Dive into relaxation
    Unwind in the top-rated pool, your perfect spot for relaxation.
  • Outdoor pool
    The outdoor pool is a refreshing retreat under the open sky - a rare gem in this area.
  • Walkable and wonderful
    Guests love the walkable location for its easy access on foot.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Outdoor pool
  • Kitchenette
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Otaki, Wellington
  • Place, Otane Market
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Otaki River Walks
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Otaki Beach
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kapiti Coast Airport (PPQ)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Spaces

Kitchenette
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

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Frequently asked questions

Does WAITOHU LODGE Otaki - as featured in NZ House & Garden June 2020 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is WAITOHU LODGE Otaki - as featured in NZ House & Garden June 2020 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at WAITOHU LODGE Otaki - as featured in NZ House & Garden June 2020?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at WAITOHU LODGE Otaki - as featured in NZ House & Garden June 2020?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at WAITOHU LODGE Otaki - as featured in NZ House & Garden June 2020?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is WAITOHU LODGE Otaki - as featured in NZ House & Garden June 2020 located?

Situated by the sea, this guesthouse is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Otane Market and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Otaki River Walks. Otaki Museum and Otaki Dog Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

WAITOHU LODGE Otaki - as featured in NZ House & Garden June 2020 Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Nice environment
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing grounds - a lot of love and labour has been poured into this one.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home and a really smooth check in process - great for a cozy getaway!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous stay - highly recommend

A beautiful, tranquil and delightful apartment and gardens.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ōtaki hideaway

Beautiful, peaceful place. Great hosts. Fabulous spot to spend a few days.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Went out of his way to make us welcome fantastic experience
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love the quietness of the place. Nice and spacious and lovely surroundings. Accommodation had a lovely bush walk to the lake. We really enjoyed our stay away from home.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous location

Modern, clean, warm haven - picturesque, private, peaceful. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Away from the Bustle

Lovely relaxing stay in front of the fire, yet accessible to the Matariki festival in Otaki. Lovely grounds to walk around.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Everything just as
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
A lovely quiet place in the country. A beautiful bush walk from the property to a gently flowing stream which was a perfect distance for an end of day stroll. The unit was very comfortable and the host had provided fresh fruit in a bowl to enjoy. A lovely touch. He was also very understanding about missed communication.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing stay in stylish bach

We spent our Christmas days in the thoughtfully styled bach of Martin and Sharon. It was very relaxing as it is just out of town. The little walk in the lush bush on the property made for a nice after-lunch stroll. An evening swim in the heated pool made it feel even more holiday like. We hadn't realised there was not stove, so cooking was the only small challenge. We had a recharging few days in Otaki and would definitely recommend a stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tidy, charming and relaxing

Waitohu lodge is a beautiful place to stay. It's quiet and relaxing and the hosts are pleasant, a really nice experience.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Highly recommend! So peaceful and quiet for a getaway. Lovely host

Well thought out space, clean, spacious and cozy at the same time! Loved the bush walk behind the property, a lovely addition.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful presentation and very comfortable. A longer stay would have been great. Recommend it as a great home away from home.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful getaway

Lovely place and surroundings. Very pleasant stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning

Great place to stay. Beautiful setting. Apartment very stylish and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful and Convenient

We enjoyed our stay. Lovely and peaceful in tranquil surroundings. Apartment layout and supplies worked very well for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Otaki stat

Great property and well positioned for access to the Kapiti Coast
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

ōtaki getaway

Waitohu Lodge is an immaculate, peaceful space, perfect for a rural getaway. Marty was friendly and welcoming and then left us to our own devices. Perfect.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing stay in beautifully designed apartment

We thoroughly enjoyed our 2 night stay. While joined to the house by an annex the apartment was completely private and felt like our own space. Beautiful outlook across the large lawn to the private bush reserve. Lovely fireplace inside was perfect for our early winter getaway. We enjoyed all the thoughtful, artistic finishes in the apartment. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Otaki for 2 nights

Lovely place, it was incredible to stay at Waitohu lodge. Peaceful and great. we chose this location because we wanted to be not far from Wellington and at the same time in a countryside setting. This apartment combines well 2. It is a very good compromise. We were about 1 hour from Wellington, less than 10 minutes from the beach. The property is just beautiful. The bed is super comfortable. The welcome by the host just excellent.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tranquility at its best

Great way to get away from it all with friendly hosts. Set in private park like grounds. Little extras added to a positive experience. Would defiantly recommend. Thanks Marty and Sharon