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Pounamu Lodge

51 Spencer Rd | RD 5, Lake Tarawera, 3076, New Zealand
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Pounamu Lodge
22 April 2013 -
1949florida
30 March 2013 -
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Stuart, Florida
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7 reviews 7 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2013

They care about the environment, their history, their accomodations and their guests. You can really ge immersed in their respect for their heritage. They work as an effective tag team to ensure you leave their home enriched. Superb accomodations with a view, a little off the beaten track but worth the trip. This is not a hotel, in a good... More

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Seattle
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 March 2013

Karen and David were wonderful hosts. While a bit off the beaten track from the core of Roturua, it was worth the extra 15 minutes from town to stay on lake Tarawera. Their home was warm and comfortable, and was a welcome respit from all the hustle and bustle. But what we liked most was when they joined us for... More

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Minneapolis, Minnesota
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14 hotel reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 February 2013

This is a beautiful lodge built in Maori style, over Lake Tarawera. The accomodations are spacious and lovely with amazing views of the lake, giving you the feeling of being in a private retreat. Karen and David are warm and gracious hosts and make you feel quickly part of the family. The breakfasts, lunches ans dinners were grand. We arrived... More

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New York City, New York
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4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 January 2013

My then girlfriend (and now fiancee) spent our first few nights in New Zealand at the Pounamu Lodge and had an amazing time. The Lodge is a quaint B&B about 10-15 minutes out of Rotorua proper. Our room had a beautiful view of the Lake Tarawera and the volcano - it was amazing. The room was a good size, with... More

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New Zealand
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 August 2012

We were heading to Rotorua for a few days of mountain biking and we decided that we wanted to spend one night somewhere really special. We chose Pounamu Lodge and we most certainly not disappointed - it was all that we expected and more. Pounamu Lodge is in a truly stunning setting overlooking Lake Tarawera. It is the most beautiful... More

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Auckland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 May 2012

Pounamu Lodge is surrounded by the most amazing scenery I've seen, Karen and David were excellent hosts and shared their love and knowledge of the local area and culture. We've stayed here a couples of times, they make you feel like your part of the family which is why we keep coming back!

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Placerville, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 April 2012

The Pounamu Lodge was one of the highlights of our recent trip to New Zealand. Karen and David are more than just host, they become freinds. Their place is beautiful and the service is exceptional.

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Sequim, Washington
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7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 January 2012

One of the highlights of our entire New Zealand adventure was our visit to the Pounamu Lodge and our incredible guests Karen and David; two of the most beautiful people you would ever hope to encounter. The Lodge too is an experience unto itself; a truly beautiful structure. We had the downstairs suite with private patio with views looking over... More

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New York City, New York
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 October 2011

karen and david were extremely welcoming and knowledgeable. our family felt right at home. this is the perfect experience to see what native NZ is really all about.

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Auckland Region, New Zealand
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 July 2011

I took my dad and his partner here for a weekend treat... and what a treat it was. Absolutely beautiful place by the lake - gorgeous lodge, stunning rooms in pristine condition with incredible views of the lake, amazingly comfy beds, yummy breakfast and great hospitality from Karen and David. David took us across on the boat the other side... More

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Additional Information about Pounamu Lodge

Address: 51 Spencer Rd | RD 5, Lake Tarawera, 3076, New Zealand
Region: New Zealand > North Island > Bay of Plenty
Hotel Style:
Ranked #10 of 73 Speciality lodging in Bay of Plenty
Price range (per night): S$493 - 555
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Rotorua Luxury Lodge & Maori Cultural Experience at Lake TaraweraJust 15 minutes from Rotorua you’ll find a superb boutique Maori luxury lodge on the edge of stunning Lake Tarawera.Pounamu (Pronounced Po-naa-moo) Lodge is nestled in pristine native forest with panoramic views over the lake to sacred Mount Tarawera. We invite you to our place – to taste fresh, seasonal cuisine infused with Maori herbs flourishing in our garden; to experience a wide range of activities – private Maori cultural performances, trout fishing, guided walks and lake cruises. ... more   less 

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