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5.0 out of 5

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

By a verified traveller on Sun 12 Jul 2020

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Hotel Description

At Tipi and Bob's Waterfront Lodge, you'll be 6.9 km (4.3 mi) from Medlands Beach and 16 km (9.9 mi) from Blind Bay. Highlights at this beach motel include a restaurant, free self parking, and a bar/lounge.

This motel has free WiFi in public areas, a business center, and a terrace. Additionally, you'll find a garden, a picnic area, and a front-desk safe. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle.

With a stay at this 3-star Great Barrier Island motel, you'll be 16 km (9.9 mi) from Kaitoki Beach and 18 km (11.2 mi) from Awana Bay.

One Bedroom Apartment (Unit 4)

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Waterfront Cottage

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 6 Max

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

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

One Bedroom Apartment (Unit 3)

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Two Bedroom Apartment, Beach View (Unit 2)

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Small Bedroom

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Tipi and Bob's Waterfront Lodge ratings based on 2 Verified Reviews

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Guest reviews for Tipi and Bob's Waterfront Lodge

Everyone (1) Couples (1)
5 out of 5
We felt at home and loved the food and the place. we will definatly go back

Posted by , from Auckland on 12 Jul. 2020

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Comment from Hotel Management

13 Jul. 2020 by Marge

Thank you Michelle for taking the time to review us.. It makes it all worth why when we get reviews like yours. Thanks Kind regards Margery

5 out of 5

Great View

We stayed in this hotel for 3 days and 2 nights. The hotel view was amazing. Staff are nice and friendly. Food was great as well.It was a great holiday.

Posted by , from Auckland on 23 Jan. 2017

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About the Tipi and Bob's Waterfront Lodge

Location 38 Puriri Bay Road, Great Barrier Island, 0991

Property Features

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a business center and a meeting room. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. Tipi and Bob's Waterfront Lodge also features a terrace, a garden, and a picnic area. Self parking is free. Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Great Barrier Island motel.

  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • Business facilities
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Front-desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue

Internet

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi , Free wired internet

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

  • Property shuttles: Airport shuttle
  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

Tipi and Bob's Waterfront Lodge offers 7 accommodations. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

  • In-room dining (limited hours)
  • Flat-screen television
  • Luxury bedding
  • Shower
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Unique furnishings
  • Wardrobe or closet

Food & Drink

Onsite venue - This restaurant serves lunch and dinner.

Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Spa Services

  • Massages

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18

Special check-in instructions:

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. 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.

The front desk at this property is open daily from 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM.
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information and key retrieval information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Policies

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. 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.

  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No cots (infant beds) available
  • No lifts
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Front desk opens daily at 10:00 AM
  • Front desk closes daily at 6:00 PM
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Staffed front desk
  • Smoke detector
  • Security system
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wear personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is not available for guests
  • Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are not provided with hand sanitiser
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually wrapped food options are not available
  • No gap period between guests' stays
  • Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are not available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Guest accommodation is sealed after cleaning
  • Electrostatic spray is used for disinfection
  • Cashless transactions are not available
  • Masks are compulsory at the property
  • Contactless food service / room service is not available
  • Reservation is not required for facilities on site
  • Mobile key entry is not available
  • Food service not has not been amended for enhanced safety
  • Property follows sanitisation practices of COVID-19 Guidelines (CDC)
  • Guests must provide health documentation
  • Guests must provide a negative COVID-19 test result
  • Guests must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination
  • Negative COVID-19 test result must be of specific type(s): PCR
  • Negative COVID-19 test result must have been issued within a specific period before check-in: 48 hours
  • Minimum age for negative COVID-19 test result requirement: 12
  • Minimum age for proof of COVID-19 vaccination requirement: 12

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*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.