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Te Aputa Lodge

3.5 star property
Mediterranean guesthouse by sea in Te Puru

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Queen Room, Sea View | Terrace/patio - Te Aputa Lodge (Te Puru)
Outdoor banquet area - Te Aputa Lodge (Te Puru)
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Garden - Te Aputa Lodge (Te Puru)
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Nestled by the sea, La Casa Te Puru Lodge offers a tranquil retreat with a cozy fireplace in the lobby and inviting garden. Unwind on the sun-kissed terrace, connect with in-room WiFi, or enjoy fresh seafood at the snack bar/deli.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Meeting room

Feel at home (6)

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Barbecue grill(s)

Room options

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Double Room, Sea View | Terrace/patio

Double Room, Sea View

Highlights

Furnished patio
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2025
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Queen Room, Sea View | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Room, Sea View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2025
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Queen Room, Ocean View | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Room, Ocean View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2025
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Twin Room, Garden View | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Renovated in 2025
Ceiling fan
Detached private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
468 Thames Coast Road, Te Puru, Waikato, 3575

What's nearby

  • Tararu Bay - 6 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Goldmine Experience - 9 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Thames Historical Museum - 9 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Thames Hospital - 10 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Hauraki Rail Trail Thames - 11 min drive - 13.3 km

Getting around

  • Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome) - 67 min drive
  • Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) - 88 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nakontong Thai Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Grahamstown Bar and Diner - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Melbourne - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Chequers Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Grahamstown Coffee Shack - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Te Aputa Lodge

Situated on the bay, Te Aputa Lodge is a great choice for a stay in Te Puru. Guests will have free perks like WiFi and self parking. Other highlights at this Mediterranean guest house include a snack bar/deli, a terrace, and a garden.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 4 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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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
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Shared microwave
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • Beach nearby

Working away

  • Meeting room

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Bike storage

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in common areas
  • Local artist showcase
  • Mediterranean architecture

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

Te Āputa - Kaputī Cafe - Onsite café.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of NZD 30

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Also known as

Casa Te Puru Lodge Thames
Casa Te Puru Lodge
Casa Te Puru Thames
Casa Te Puru
La Casa Te Puru Lodge Te Puru
La Casa Te Puru Lodge Guesthouse
La Casa Te Puru Lodge Guesthouse Te Puru

Frequently asked questions

Does Te Aputa Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Te Aputa Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Te Aputa Lodge?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Te Aputa Lodge?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Te Aputa Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of NZD 30. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Te Aputa Lodge and nearby?

Te Aputa Lodge has a picnic area and a garden.

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Reviews

Te Aputa Lodge Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.8

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Eco-friendliness

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Gorgeous setting! Basic room but very clean and quiet
Alicia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

very beautiful sea view
chunmin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We enjoyed our stay. A lovely spot to relax and all services excellent.
Sandra, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Friendly hosts
Anders, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A wonderful villa and suites with stunning views over the bay and Coromandel, but the highlight was Christine's cooking!
David, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Spectacular views, comfy bed
Jennifer, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome view of the ocean , beautiful Well kept garden and wonderful Hosts
Gilda, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic. Great host, nice view and clean. Highly recommended
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great views from room. Gardens around property fantastic. Can highly recommend.
Gary, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The location and view was stunning. Fabulous outdoor entertaining area. Very friendly hosts and excellent amenities. Highly recommend.
Erica, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Ocean view

Amazing view, quiet, clean
Bonnie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay with a view but 15 minute drive to nearest restaurant. Host christine very friendly.
Joseph, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Had beautiful views and decor
Helen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The scenic view of the costal shoreline at La Casa were absolutely stunning.Hidden away from the public eye its beauty surrounded with well manicured gardens with lush foliage.Set above sea level this tranquil serene yet peaceful private lodge is highly maintained.Partically surrounded in native bush with echoing harmonic sound of native birds as they frolic near and far.My grandson and I thoroughly enjoyed ourselves wishing we had more time to stay longer.We were gracefully welcomed finding comfort with guidance in the hospitality sector and would recommend La Casa Te Puru be your next accommodation adventure.
leah, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hosts, beautiful view, amazing gardens, wonderful building. Great value for a wonderful experience.
Barbara, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We really loved the location of the lodge. The sea view from the lodge was beautiful. Drew and Christine were really welcoming and we were very happy with service. The place was really neat and tidy. Also, the place was really calm and quiet.
Daliya, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I would give this lodge 10 stars if I could. It was wonderful. The views were fabulous. Christine & Drew were wonderful hosts the gardens around their lodge were so beautiful. If we ever come back to NZ, we will stay at their lodge!!
Richard, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Magnificent Viees

Magnificent views of the coast. Beautifully kept grounds with lovely flowers. Room Looked right out to the sea _ lovely. Spanish design cool.
Christine, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

They were great host.
Barbara, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was gorgeous! Lovely architecture and gardens. The view is especially breathtaking. I’ve wanted to stay here for years and I was so wonderful . Thank you to the caring hosts also, so welcoming and hospitable!
Kristine, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely grounds with great views over the firth. Room was small but worked just fine. Views and grounds were fabulous and hostess engaging during check-in
Robbie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Room with excellent view to the sea. Very kind and nice hosts. The best hotel during our New Zealand-trip sofar.

8/10 Very good

Views
Marion, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Our room had excellent views of the Bay, the garden was beautiful and quiet. Our room had no bug screen but a can of mosquito spray was provided. Regardless, we ended up with lots of mosquito bites, which really ruined our stay. If staying there, ask the owner for a room with bug screen.
Ferenc, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely separate rooms with ensuite in a private house. Own entry onto terrace and the gardens Great views and very quiet. Not too far from Auckland airport which made it an ideal place for us to recover from a long flight
Robin, 2-night trip