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Te Popo Gardens Rural Retreat

★★★★ 636 Stanley Road, RD 24, Te Popo, 4394, Te Popo, NZ

9.4 guest rating· 20 reviews

About this hotel

Scenic Views and Quality Amenities

Enjoy breathtaking views from the terrace and garden, and stay connected with complimentary wireless internet access. Indulge in the cozy ambiance offered by the fireplace in the lobby, or explore the picnic area for a relaxing experience.

Delightful Culinary Options

Savor delectable treats from the snack bar/deli, or pamper yourself with room service. With unique dining options available, relish the convenience and comfort during your stay.

Luxurious Accommodations

Unwind in one of the 4 uniquely decorated guestrooms, each equipped with fireplaces and flat-screen TVs. Stay entertained with satellite programming and DVD players, and appreciate the spacious layout and housekeeping services provided.

Book your tranquil escape at Te Popo Gardens and Accommodation for an unforgettable retreat!

Rooms & rates

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Luxury Room, Fireplace, Garden View (Tree Tops)

Sleeps 2 · 35 m² · Queen Bed

  • Desk
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Balcony or patio
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

<p><strong>1 Queen Bed</strong></p><p>377-sq-foot individually decorated room, balcony/patio with garden views </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Dining area and sitting area</p><p><b>Relax</b> - Fireplace</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Flat-screen TV, premium channels, and DVD player</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator, minibar (fees may apply), microwave, and electric kettle</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Premium bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, bathrobes, and a shower with a rainfall showerhead</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Yard, laptop workspace, and iron/ironing board (on request)</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Heating</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Wheelchair accessible</p><p><b>Eco-friendly</b> - Eco-friendly cleaning supplies</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Limited housekeeping, no cribs (infant beds) available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability </p>

Signature Room, Multiple Beds, Fireplace, Garden View (The Wild Cats Room)

Sleeps 2 · 32 m² · 2× Twin bed

  • Desk
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Balcony or patio
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

<p><strong>2 Large Twin Beds</strong></p><p>344-sq-foot individually decorated room, balcony/patio with garden views </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Dining area and sitting area</p><p><b>Relax</b> - Fireplace</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Flat-screen TV, premium channels, and DVD player</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator, minibar (fees may apply), microwave, and electric kettle</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Premium bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, bathrobes, and a shower with a rainfall showerhead</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Yard, laptop workspace, and iron/ironing board (on request)</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Heating</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Wheelchair-width doorways</p><p><b>Eco-friendly</b> - Eco-friendly cleaning supplies</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Limited housekeeping, no cribs (infant beds) available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability </p>

Signature Studio Suite, Fireplace, Garden Area (Elephants)

Sleeps 2 · 32 m² · King bed

  • Desk
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Balcony or patio
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>344-sq-foot individually decorated room, balcony/patio with garden views </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Dining area and sitting area</p><p><b>Relax</b> - Fireplace</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Flat-screen TV, premium channels, and DVD player</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator, minibar (fees may apply), microwave, and electric kettle</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Premium bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, bathrobes, and a shower with a rainfall showerhead</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Yard, laptop workspace, and iron/ironing board (on request)</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Heating</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Wheelchair-width doorways</p><p><b>Eco-friendly</b> - Eco-friendly cleaning supplies</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Limited housekeeping, no cribs (infant beds) available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability </p>

Room, Multiple Beds, Fireplace, Garden View (Serengeti)

Sleeps 2 · 35 m² · King bed, Sofa bed, Trundle bed

  • Desk
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Balcony or patio
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

<p><strong>1 King Bed, 1 Twin Sofa Bed and 1 Twin Trundle Bed</strong></p><p>377-sq-foot individually decorated room, balcony/patio with garden views </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Dining area and sitting area</p><p><b>Relax</b> - Fireplace</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Flat-screen TV, premium channels, and DVD player</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Kitchen with refrigerator, stovetop, oven, and microwave</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Premium bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, bathrobes, and a shower with a rainfall showerhead</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Yard, laptop workspace, and iron/ironing board (on request)</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Heating</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Wheelchair accessible</p><p><b>Eco-friendly</b> - Eco-friendly cleaning supplies</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Limited housekeeping, no cribs (infant beds) available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability </p>

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Free RV, bus, truck parking
  • Free self parking
  • Secured parking
  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge service
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Garden
  • Handrails in stairways
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  • Library
  • Luggage storage
  • Meeting rooms
  • Picnic area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Television in common areas
  • Terrace

Location

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636 Stanley Road, RD 24, Te Popo, 4394, Te Popo, NZ

Check-in
from 02:00 PM to 08:00 PM
Check-out
until 10:00 AM

What guests say9.420 reviews

+ Beautiful native bush gardens and extensive trails+ Warm, attentive hosts (Les and Amanda)+ Excellent home-cooked meals and breakfasts+ Spacious, comfortable and clean rooms (superior suite available)− Minor oversight reported once at breakfast (missing serviette)− Remote rural location may not suit guests seeking a town-centre stay
Cleanliness9.4
Service9.4
Location9.4
Room Quality9.4
Amenities9.4
Value for Money9.4

Super warm cosy place after driving the Forgotten highway

8.0

Modern clean facilities, super comfy bed with snuggly duvets, nice and warm with heater and electric blankets

− No firewood for fire (promo pics had fire blazing) If you have an Apple phone triple check the address - my phone sent us on a wild goose chase, I had entered Te Popo Gardens and it sent us to another road - my phones fault but it was annoying on a cold, wet night

Carrie · NZ · 2026-07-09

Guest review

10.0

Wonderful native bush gardens. Lovely welcome, good dinner and breakfast.

Andy · GB · 2026-04-30

Guest review

9.0

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Te Popo gardens, Amanda and Les were great hosts and very atentative to our needs. After long days in Hawera attending a sports tournament, it was lovely to retreat back to the peaceful sounds of nature and relax.

Rebekah · NZ · 2026-04-28

A wonderful rural retreat...

10.0

What a really lovely stay! Les and Amanda welcomed us so warmly and we very much enjoyed chatting with them over meals, which, incidentally were also excellent. We were very comfortable and warm in our large room, and we were impressed by the hard work that goes into making a place like this work. And of course, the location is so different and full of opportunities to explore. The gloworms at night were a real bonus! We would definitely stay again... it would be like returning to old friends...

− We joked that Les forgot the serviettes at breakfast... That's about as bad as it gets!

Andrew · GB · 2026-04-28

Relaxing and tranquil very pretty location lovely owners

9.0

Location, room, and staff

Gail · NZ · 2026-04-25

Great hosts.

9.0

Spacious, very comfortable room looking out to gardens.

Bob · AU · 2026-04-10

Good to know

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.

Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

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

›Pets

Pets not allowed

›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

›Check-in & Check-out

Contactless check-out is available

›General

Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer

›Covid

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

›General

Cashless transactions are available

›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

Temperature checks are available to guests

›General

Food service has been amended for enhanced safety

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Property is cleaned with disinfectant

›General

Reservation might be required for some facilities onsite

›General

Social distancing measures are in place

›General

Professional property host/manager

›Check-in & Check-out

Contactless check-in is 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