Lupton Lodge

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Luxury
4.0 star property
9.8

Exceptional

Upscale family-friendly guesthouse near Whangarei Falls

Located close to A. H. Reed Memorial Kauri Park and Whangarei Quarry Gardens, Lupton Lodge provides free cooked-to-order breakfast, a garden, and an arcade/game room. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Lupton Lodge Dining Room, offers breakfast and dinner. In addition to a library and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

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About the area

Located in Glenbervie, Lupton Lodge is in a rural area. Town Basin Marina and Tutukaka Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Whangarei Falls and A. H. Reed Memorial Kauri Park. Whangarei Quarry Gardens and Whangarei Art Museum are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Glenbervie travel guide
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555 Ngunguru Rd, Glenbervie, 0173

What's nearby

  • A waterfall cascading into a river surrounded by dense forest.
    Whangarei Falls
    7 min drive - 7.6 km
  • A marina with several sailboats docked, a small bridge, and a restaurant named "Nevo's Restaurant & Bar" with a red roof.
    Town Basin Marina
    14 min drive - 15.2 km
  • The Clapham National Clock Museum entrance with a mural of clocks and gears.
    Claphams National Clock Museum
    14 min drive - 15.2 km
  • A landscaped garden with a pond, rocks, and various plants including pink bougainvillea and palm trees.
    Whangarei Quarry Gardens
    15 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Whangarei Art Museum
    14 min drive - 15.2 km

Getting around

  • Whangarei (WRE)
    20 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    10 min drive
  • KFC
    11 min drive
  • Springs Flat Roadhouse
    10 min drive
  • Cibo Cafe
    12 min drive
  • Burgerfuel
    10 min drive

About this property

Lupton Lodge

  • Upscale family-friendly guesthouse near Whangarei Falls
  • Located close to A. H. Reed Memorial Kauri Park and Whangarei Quarry Gardens, Lupton Lodge provides free cooked-to-order breakfast, a garden, and an arcade/game room. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Lupton Lodge Dining Room, offers breakfast and dinner. In addition to a library and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks at this guesthouse include:
    • Free self parking
    • Free newspapers, tour/ticket assistance, and laundry services
    • Concierge services, 1 meeting room, and luggage storage
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and bathrobes.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Highchairs and cribs/infant beds
    • Pillowtop mattresses and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
    • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
    • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels and DVD players
    • Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Restaurants on site

  • Lupton Lodge Dining Room

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • DVD player
  • High chair
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels
  • DVD player
  • iPod dock

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Mobile key entry

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM

Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 30.0 per day

Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 15.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 15.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 30.0 per day

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property class

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Lupton Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Lupton Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Lupton Lodge?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Lupton Lodge located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly guesthouse is within 9 mi (15 km) of Whangarei Falls, A. H. Reed Memorial Kauri Park, and Whangarei Quarry Gardens. Whangarei Art Museum and Town Basin Marina are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Lupton Lodge Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

10

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 260 out of 285 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 285 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 285 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 285 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 285 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay, food was brilliant and facilities top notch
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room clean, great bed, charming environment and lovely breakfast included Thanks
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff courteous, room lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Cooked breakfast was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast, lovelylarge room, will stay again,
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming property, quiet, spacious and comfortable. The included breakfast and the ordered gourmet dinner were superior! Friendly and knowledgeable owner.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great hospitality. Fantastic suite. Enjoyable meals. Excellent, all round!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Andy was an awesome host, the breakfast was excellent. The room was very comfortable and the bed a pleasure to sleep on
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Thank you so much, the apartment was great and very comfortable. The breakfast was delicious, and we had a wonderful time. Thank you very much, Andy, for this amazing stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint charming boutique farmhouse/hotel, friendly attentive staff, all around enjoyable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Whangarei stay

Great stay and very comfortable, nice rural setting, opens up into the paddocks.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic host, idyllic location and very comfortable in every respect. Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
This is our second time staying at Lupton Lodge. Very nice place with an amazing breakfast. Great atmosphere away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This lodge is a little gem and I’m so glad I stayed! The owner communicated well and was flexible with breakfast so that I could leave early for my diving expedition. The room I stayed in was beautiful and had a real home-like feel. It was very clean. I absolutely loved staying here!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, and we had plenty of space. I enjoyed seeing the architecture of the old house, and loved hearing the birds.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owner Andy is so kind and knowledgeable about the area. The breakfast was delicious and the room was absolutely marvelous. Could not have been a better place!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very quiet area. Well appointed room and facilities. Breakfast was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean. Owner was very nice and helpful. Quite. Very pleasant.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming and comfortable. Helpful host...great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful relaxing location, large spacious well appointed room, Andy the host was so welcoming and helpful with both areas to visit and restaurants to eat at. Breakfast cooked by Andy was delicious and nutritious. We are,already looking forward to planning our return visit and bring friends to experience this gorgeous Lodge and the wonderful offerings,in Whangarei.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly welcome and room was spacious and comfortable. Set in park like grounds, but only a short distance from Whangarei city. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay if travelling around NZ. Good location if you want to do the tutukaka coast which we would highly recommend. Andy was a great host with plenty of local knowledge and recommendations and did an excellent breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very spacious, clean and comfortable. The breakfast was delicious, with vegetarian options
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great accommodation, host was a very accomplished chef. We had dinner 2 nights in our patio. What a treat. Loved our room and breakfasts as well. Would highly recommend Lupton Lodge to anyone staying in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024