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Carrington Estate

4.0 star property

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
TV
Premium Villa | Living area | TV

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service

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109 Matai Bay Road, Karkari Peninsula, Northland, 0483
  • Carrington Golf Course
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Karikari Peninsula
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Perehipe Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Kaitaia (KAT)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Sea View

  • 1658 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Large Twin Beds

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Premium Villa | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Premium Villa

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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TV

Superior Room, Resort View

  • 431 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Large Twin Beds

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About this property

Carrington Estate

4-star Karkari Peninsula hotel walkable to Carrington Golf Course
Catch some rays on Carrington Estate's private white sand beach, practice your swing at the golf course, or spend the day at an attached winery.
Carrington Estate offers 23 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and bathrobes. Rooms open to balconies. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Guests can play rounds at the 18-hole golf course and enjoy other recreation facilities including 2 outdoor tennis courts. In addition to an outdoor pool, other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages and sports massages.
Feel the sun on your face and the sand in your toes on the private white sand beach, located just 2 kilometers away. Summer fun is a breeze at Carrington Estate, where you can play a round of golf at the golf course and enjoy amenities like an outdoor pool and outdoor tennis courts.

The hotel offers a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Wireless Internet access is complimentary. This Colonial hotel also offers an attached winery, a fitness center, and a garden. Complimentary self parking is available on site.

Carrington Estate is a smoke-free property.

Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM.
Carrington Restaurant - Overlooking the ocean and golf course, this restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. Reservations are required.
Vue Bar - Overlooking the ocean and golf course, this bar serves lunch and light fare. Open select days.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip 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 center
  • Conference center
  • 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 elevator
  • 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

  • Bathrobes
  • 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 percent 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Breakage deposit: NZD 150.00 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • 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 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for golf tee times; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

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

Carrington Estate Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 92 out of 172 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 52 out of 172 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 172 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 172 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 172 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

Ann

Traveled 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

Traveled 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 traveler

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

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

8/10 Good

Mary, New Plymouth

Traveled 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

8/10 Good

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Jennifer, Auckland

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The property is in a stunning location. The villas are in a run down condition with power points that don't work and when I arrived I had to fix the blinds that noone had maintained. Worse was the state of the water which was literally brown, both hot and cold and wasn't safe to drink and dried out the skin after a shower. The swimming pool was cold. When we called reception it took about 5 minutes for an answer and sometimes there was no answer in the late afternoons. The breakfasts were unaffordable.

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

John, Te Puke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were just so friendly/ assisted with any issues/ booking changes, and was just a real pleasure to be stay there. The property is a real credit to everyone involved!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Carol

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

Carrington estate lodge room

Nice room with view over golf course. Had a stroll around grounds. Spacious room. Serviced daily. Clean Didn’t use restaurant, used bar menu to eat at for one evening, but not what was online available, only 2 options. Service ok.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Anna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

6/10 Okay

Norm

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service

10/10 Excellent

Niels

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The grounds and proximate beaches are beautiful! The staff were excellent and there is a lovely relaxed atmosphere at the Estate. Golf course was fantastic!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022