Located in Mangawhai, Mangawhai Retreat Apartments is in a rural area. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Mangawhai Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Te Arai Reserve and Mangawhai Cliff Walk. Mangawhai Village Market and Mangawhai Golf Club are two other places to visit that come recommended.
What's nearby
Mangawhai Village Market - 12 min drive - 10.1 km
Mangawhai Heads Beach - 20 min drive - 16.6 km
Mangawhai Golf Club - 22 min drive - 15.5 km
Te Arai Reserve - 25 min drive - 12.2 km
Lang's Beach - 28 min drive - 24.5 km
Getting around
Whangarei (WRE) - 71 min drive
Restaurants
Mangawhai Tavern - 9 min drive
Bennetts Cafe - 9 min drive
The Dune - 8 min drive
Brewed As Collective - 13 min drive
Wood Street Freehouse - 13 min drive
About this property
Mangawhai Retreat Apartments
Luxury apartment in Mangawhai with free parking
Express check-in, express check-out and barbecues are available at this smoke-free apartment building. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Each apartment features a kitchenette with a fridge and a microwave, plus free WiFi and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Added amenities include a balcony, premium bedding and a coffee/tea maker. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
Mangawhai Retreat Apartments offers 7 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to balconies. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodation at this 4.5-star apartment has kitchenettes with full-sized fridge/freezers and microwaves. Bathrooms include a shower.
This Mangawhai apartment provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is offered once per stay and an iron/ironing board can be requested.
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Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 21
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 8 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
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 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Alcohol is not served at this property
National rating
For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.
Frequently asked questions
Is Mangawhai Retreat Apartments pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Mangawhai Retreat Apartments?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Mangawhai Retreat Apartments?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM.
What time is check-out at Mangawhai Retreat Apartments?
Checkout is at 10 AM.
Where is Mangawhai Retreat Apartments located?
Situated in a rural location, this luxury apartment building is within 9 mi (15 km) of Mangawhai Village Market, Te Arai Reserve and Mangawhai Museum. Mangawhai Golf Club and Mangawhai Cliff Walk are also within 9 mi (15 km).
Mangawhai Retreat Apartments Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Amazing view, private, comfortable bed, great value for money
Sherylee
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
SARIKA
7 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had an overnight stay and loved the experience. It is not very far from the beach and basic amenities. Amazing views and lovely host. Overall, a wonderful stay on our short getaway from Auckland.
People are lovely. Rooms are clean and comfortable. Fantastic scenery.
Mikael
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jane
5 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Highly Recommend if staying in Mangawhai
Big rooms - lovely and clean - nicely decorated through out- bed was lovely and comfortable and lovely views
Jane
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
8/10 Good
Ray
17 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
A bit remote but great views.
Ray
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Hayley
8 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, room comfort, communication
Lovely location, stunning views, so lovely just booked to stay again in a couple of months
Hayley
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
kim
8 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice quiet place with good view of mangawhai in the distance. Had all the basic needs for a 1 or 2 night stay.
kim
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kevin
4 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Hosts were incredible, personable, helpful( I left a coffee filter and they mailed it to our next lodging) beautiful view
An incredible place to stay
Kitchen well furnished
It felt like being at home
Kevin
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Michelle
19 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Superb view great place to stay out of town. Clean spacious has everything you need. Highly recommend this place.
Michelle
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Helen
9 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Our stay was exactly what we needed! Beautiful outlook, comfy unit, peaceful. We loved our stay, will come back if we can
Helen
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Holly
9 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very enjoyable stay 🌸
Holly
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Hayley
29 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Beautiful views, great views
Excellent service, great communication, stunning views, second time staying there and will be back
Hayley
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
7 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Overnight stay. Clean, well appointed, amazing view.
Verified traveller
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Paul
25 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location, very spacious and well appointed accomodation.
Paul
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Tania
16 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a lovely rest here at the retreat; so clean and everything we needed supplied. Thank you so much!!
Tania
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Hayden
26 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
we really enjoy our stay our Host were really great and helpful
Hayden
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Catherine
20 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Extremely comfortable bed.
Catherine
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rosemary
30 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Views amazing. Wonderful place to relax, sit back and enjoy. You need a car to drive there. Shops and supermarkets close by in town. Hosts lovely. Everything available to enjoy your stay.
Rosemary
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Shaun
22 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful property with amazing views out over Mangawhai and the Pacific Ocean.
Shaun
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
8/10 Good
Jo
20 Mar 2025
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness
Great views and beautiful surroundings. Very quiet. Excellent and friendly communication. Did smell a bit musty and dusty.
Jo
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Horiana
10 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Absolutely loved every single thing about it its clean beautiful and so comforting and welcoming i would come back
Horiana
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Phil
5 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Overall experience excellent
Phil
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Judith
18 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful views!
Judith
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
15 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Peaceful and clean. Would stay again.
Beautiful property. Clean rooms. Peaceful stay, short drive from food and beach. Would stay again.
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
8/10 Good
Sheetal
15 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean place with an incredible view. Bed was very comfy.