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Carrington Estate

4.0 star property
Luxury hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Breakfast and dinner served, sea views

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Gym
  • Room service
The current price is NZ$256
includes taxes & fees
17 Jan - 18 Jan 2026

Explore the area

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109 Matai Bay Road, Karkari Peninsula, Northland, 0483
  • Place, Karikari Peninsula
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Carrington Golf Course
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Perehipe Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kaitaia (KAT)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Large Twin Beds

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Superior Room, Resort View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 40 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Large Twin Beds

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Standard Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • 154 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Premium Villa

Premium Villa

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
TV
3 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Twin Bed

About the area

Karkari Peninsula

A luxury stay in Karkari Peninsula awaits you at Carrington Estate. Within a 5-minute stroll you'll find Carrington Golf Course and Karikari Peninsula within a 30-minute walk. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include a winery, a golf course and a nearby private beach. .A pampering day can include deep-tissue massages and sports massages. The restaurant, Carrington Restaurant, is open for breakfast and dinner. Vue Bar is the hotel's own bar, serving drinks along with lunch and light fare. Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the 2 outdoor tennis courts, outdoor swimming pool and gym. Business travelers can take advantage of a meeting room, a conference centre, and a business centre. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this 4-property class Karkari Peninsula hotel, you'll be 2.2 km (1.4 mi) from Perehipe Beach and 4.4 km (2.8 mi) from Tokerau Beach.

What's nearby

  • Karikari Peninsula - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Carrington Golf Course - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Perehipe Beach - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Tokerau Beach - 7 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Maitai Bay - 7 min drive - 5.9 km

Getting around

  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 124 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tuatua Tavern - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Foreshores Fish and Chips - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Carrington Winery And Cafe - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Karikari Estate - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Carrington Estate

Luxury hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool
Unwind on the private white sand beach, located just 2 kilometres away. Summer fun is a breeze at Carrington Estate, where you can play a round of golf at the golf course and enjoy amenities such as an outdoor pool and outdoor tennis courts.

Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. This Colonial hotel also offers an attached winery, a fitness centre and a garden. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Karkari Peninsula hotel is smoke free.

  • 23 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 2004
  • Winery on site
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
  • Locker space
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Carrington Estate offers 23 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features coffee/tea makers and complimentary bathrobes. Rooms open to balconies. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, slippers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages and sports massages.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: NZD 14 to 30 for adults and NZD 14 to 30 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Carrington Restaurant
  • Vue Bar

Things to do

  • 18-hole golf course
  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Golf
  • Golf carts
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Golf driving range
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private wine tours
  • Pro golf lessons
  • Pro golf shop
  • Vineyard
  • Wine tasting room
  • Wine tours
  • Winery

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace
  • Vineyard

Spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Sports massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Built in 2004
  • Colonial architecture
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 4:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 50.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 20.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: NZD 150.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately NZD 14 to 30 for adults and NZD 14 to 30 for children
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 20.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 50.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Union Pay, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.

Property is also known as

Carrington Resort
Peppers Carrington
Peppers Carrington Kaitaia
Carrington Estate Hotel Karkari Peninsula
Peppers Carrington Resort Kaitaia
Carrington Hotel Kaitaia
Carrington Hotel North Island
Peppers Carrington Resort Kaitaia, New Zealand - North Island
Peppers Carrington Resort Kaitaia New Zealand - North Island
Peppers Carrington Resort Karkari Peninsula
Peppers Carrington Karkari Peninsula
Carrington Estate Hotel
Carrington Estate Karkari Peninsula
Carrington Estate Hotel
Carrington Estate Karkari Peninsula
Carrington Estate Hotel Karkari Peninsula

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Carrington Estate?

Carrington Estate offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Carrington Estate?

As of 18 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Carrington Estate on 17 Jan 2026 start from NZ$256.29, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Carrington Estate?

Yep, Carrington Estate has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Carrington Estate?

Yep, Carrington Estate is on Karikari Peninsula. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and windsurfing. You can also find boat tours.

Is there a spa on site at Carrington Estate?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like sports massages.

Does Carrington Estate have a pool?

Carrington Estate has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella.

What luxury perks are available at Carrington Estate?

Carrington Estate features a winery, an outdoor pool and golf lessons.

What makes Carrington Estate a romantic place to stay?

Ocean-view dining and winery tours, as well as premium bedding and private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Carrington Estate.

Does Carrington Estate serve breakfast?

Yep, cooked-to-order brekkie is offered daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Carrington Estate?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Carrington Estate?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Carrington Estate?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Carrington Estate?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Carrington Estate?

Yep, Carrington Estate has an 18-hole golf course. A golf driving range, golf lessons, golf carts and golf clubs are also available.

Carrington Estate Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 94 out of 175 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 53 out of 175 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 175 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 175 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 175 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A most enjoyable stay

We enjoyed a very comfortable stay, wonderful food at Carrington Restaurant over two nights, very welcoming staff ( shout out to Camille, Phoenix and Jo) good facilities and great tv choice. Would like to stay again when we return to the KariKari Coast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

nigel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The wait staff were particularly good. They were all young and doing a fantastic job.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Mandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Great location, interior a bit dated but very pleasant stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to relax and rest sme wonderful beaches nearby! Really worth a visit !
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This property was in a gorgeous location however it seemed a little tired in spots. Staff are very helpful. Food was good and our room was very spacious.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The pictures looked great. However, it is ‘tired’ and not maintained very well. In the restaurant there didn’t seem to be enough staff, one morning there was just one young lady serving all the tables, and taking payment. The evening menu is quite limited, we only ate there once as there was nothing else we wanted to eat if we’d gone twice. Breakfast was a bit like walking into a cafe. You were charged for every cup of coffee, unlike most hotels we’ve been to. On the last day the pool was a murky green, and we had to tell the management. We feel it was not managed very well. This was our first stop in NZ and we were very much looking forward to it, but unfortunately left disappointed.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerrie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place. Room was amazing. Bathroom could have done with an update . But who sleeps in a bath 😂 . We had a meal at here and it was amazing I had belly pork and my husband has the steak. We ordered a bottle of wine that was $42 only to find out it was $27 in the mini bar . The bed was comfortable.and the staff where amazing and so nice fully recommended
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good but food prices overpriced.

Lovely place but whilst food was delicious prices in the bar and restaurant are well over priced for what you get. Nice fish and chips down the road which is way cheaper to eat.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The house had a very good facilities and was very comfortable. The outstanding view made it a magical place to stay. We really enjoyed it and it was good to be able to go to the restaurant in the evening when we arrived. The staff were helpful and courteous And we had a very good stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Lorna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Owen, Brighton

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location and property. Friendly staff and excellent food. Views and nearby locations were unbelievable.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Disappointing

Room was comfortable and clean. Maybe needed some touch up paint. Staff were extremely cordial, just loved them Food was mediocre at best, steak not cooked as requested- asked for medium rare steak and it was way overcooked. Eggs for breakfast weren’t cooked as requested, by the gentleman working in the kitchen. Wine prices in the room or reception were great, we loaded up. Restaurant prices were over twice the price. Golf course appears to be an afterthought, bald greens, unkemp bunkers.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was wonderful. So beautiful and everyone was so nice. Highly recommend this place!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

francis

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Gregory

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The resort is not a luxury resort. There has been very little in the way of investment into the facilities. We stayed in Villa 2, which is a dump. The dishes and cutlery were filthy. The absentee owner has no interest in the villa. Also there are multiple legal disputes between staff and management and this is obvious from the staff’s attitude towards their employer. The resort is involved in other legal issues as well. We will NEVER return.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

QU

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The superior room is a Quiet place with awesome views for couples and if you do not mind sharing the bed with one child, the room suits you too. The staff is very nice and friendly and will handle your requests. Book a dinner table in advance; otherwise, eating in the bar is a good choice.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Mark van

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great food
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Mary, New Plymouth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clearly a very unique property, that definitely would have been in its hay day incredible. Situated amongst an amazing gold course with incredible views, set in large grounds, with swimming pool, spa and tennis court, plus a winery to boot. Sadly you can see the property exterior/gardens/maintenance slowly deteriorating. The rooms are huge, very clean, and a little dated as well. Restaurant for dinner (being a public holiday) was really good. Great staff, very friendly and definitely a must stay, see and do as there are so many activities available also.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Large comfortable rooms, great restaurant, awesome location
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

Kenneth

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stay away until they fix the water issue.

They told us that they were having water problems but we could brush our teeth and shower. Ugg, the water was brown!!! Who wants to use brown water? They also said they would provide bottled water. They gave us one!!! Dinner was fine, the property is nice but we left without showering. Didn't feel so good that day.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Tanya

Comfortable stay

Beautiful spot Good food The gardens are in disrepair unfortunately which is disappointing Room was huge and very clean
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jasmine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023