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Tipi and Bob's Waterfront Lodge

★★★ 38 Puriri Bay Road, RD1, Tryphena, Great Barrier Island, 0991, Great Barrier Island, NZ

8.8 guest rating· 5 reviews

About this hotel

Onsite Massages and Scenic Views

Indulge in pampering massages and enjoy beautiful views from the terrace and garden of the motel.

Dining and Refreshing Beverages

Satisfy your cravings at the onsite restaurant or unwind with room service. Quench your thirst at the bar/lounge.

Convenient Amenities and Services

Enjoy complimentary wired and wireless internet, a business center, and a safe deposit box. Benefit from airport shuttle service and free parking.

To immerse yourself in comfort and relaxation near the beach, book your stay at Tipi and Bob's Waterfront Lodge now.

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Rooms & rates

Premium One Bedroom Apartment, Full Sea View (Unit 5)

Sleeps 2 · 45 m² · King bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV

One Bedroom Apartment (Unit 3)

Sleeps 4 · 45 m² · King bed, 2× Twin bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV

Two Bedroom Apartment, Beach View (Unit 2)

Sleeps 4 · 54 m² · King bed, 2× Twin bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV

One Bedroom Apartment (Unit 4)

Sleeps 4 · 45 m² · King bed, 2× Twin bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV

Waterfront Cottage

Sleeps 6 · 57 m² · King bed, Double bed, 2× Twin bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV

Premium Two Bedroom Apartment, Full Sea View (Unit 1)

Sleeps 4 · 54 m² · King bed, 2× Twin bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Billiards or pool table
  • Free self parking
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Airport transportation - pickup (surcharge)
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking area
  • Free wired internet
  • Garden
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Picnic area
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Terrace
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  • Wheelchair accessible

Location

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38 Puriri Bay Road, RD1, Tryphena, Great Barrier Island, 0991, Great Barrier Island, NZ

Check-in
from 02:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Check-out
until 10:00 AM

What guests say8.85 reviews

+ Lovely people+ Lovely place+ Great bed+ Shower pressureLimited parkingExpensive breakfastNo spa services
Cleanliness7.5
Service8.3
Location8.1
Room Quality7.8
Amenities7.2
Value for Money6.9

Guest review

10.0

Great place to stay.

Rebekah · 2025-03-20

Guest review

10.0

The view was outstanding. Basic. No on site contact person.

Valerie · 2024-02-25

Guest review

10.0

We felt at home and loved the food and the place. we will definatly go back

MIchelle · 2020-07-12

BARRIER EXPERIENCE

8.0

Overall very good, owners great, food quality excellent.

Kenneth · 2020-03-13

Guest review

6.0

Great Location. Small room was small with shower and toilet but this was expected as we saw it from the photos prior to booking. Service great. Lovely place to stay.

Verified traveler · 2019-03-28

Good to know

Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

At check-in, guests must provide either a negative PCR COVID-19 test result or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination.

The negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up, and the test must have been administered no more than 48 hours prior to check-in. COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Covid

Guests must provide a negative COVID-19 test result

Sustainability Certifications

Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

Pets

Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

General

Guest accommodation is sealed after cleaning

Children and extra beds

No rollaway/extra beds available

Covid

Minimum age for proof of COVID-19 vaccination requirement: 12

Covid

Negative COVID-19 test result must have been issued within a specific period before check-in: 48 hours

Check-in & Check-out

Contactless check-out is available

Covid

Guests must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination

Covid

Negative COVID-19 test result must be of specific type(s): PCR

Covid

Minimum age for negative COVID-19 test result requirement: 12

Covid

Property follows sanitization practices of COVID-19 Guidelines (CDC)

General

Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly

Health & Safety

Guests must provide health documentation

Guest type

Essential workers only - NO

Accessibility

No elevators

General

Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F

General

Staff wears personal protective equipment

General

Property is cleaned with disinfectant

General

Social distancing measures are in place

General

Professional property host/manager

Check-in & Check-out

Contactless check-in is available

Children and extra beds

No cribs (infant beds) available

Sustainability Certifications

Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures

General

Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant

General

Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas

Pets

Service animals are allowed

General

Masks are compulsory at the property