Mount Tutu Eco-Sanctuary

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Scored 8.4
Rated very good

Free WiFi

10

About this property

Elegant Accommodation: Mount Tutu Eco-Sanctuary in Tauranga offers a bed and breakfast experience with a sun terrace, garden, tennis court, and free WiFi. Private check-in and check-out services ensure a seamless arrival and departure. Comfortable Amenities: Guests enjoy private bathrooms, garden views, and amenities such as a lounge, outdoor dining area, and barbecue facilities. Additional features include free on-site parking, family rooms, and luggage storage. Explore the Area: Located 26 km from Tauranga Airport, the property is near attractions like ASB Baypark Stadium (20 km) and Skyline Rotorua (45 km). Walking tours and hiking are available for active travellers. Guest Favorites: Guests highly rate the tour service, host, and breakfast provided by the property, making it a preferred choice for a comfortable and memorable stay.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.5 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.3)

  • Free private parking available on-site

Availability

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Number of guests
 
1 double bed
1 double bed
2 single beds
1 double bed
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3 bunk beds
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Guests who stayed here loved

Aurelia
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The rooms are charming and efficiently put together, the location is unique and the tours are fabulous. I don't think you would find a gloworm tour like that anywhere else!”
Stacey
New Zealand New Zealand
“The glow worm tour and farm tour were amazing, so cool to see glow worms up close. The breakfast included was lovely. Tim and Debbie were exceptional hosts would definitely stay again”
Donald
New Zealand New Zealand
“Location was amazing. It is a winding road to get there but well worth it. You have to see the glooms at night. Quite incredible. Leaves Waitomo for dead!! The track down to the stream is a bit of a challenge if you are a bit infirm. But not...”
Paul
Australia Australia
“Tims knowledge of all nature is amazing, the guided tour of there own glow worms was a top experience. The property itself has outstanding nature and perfect that it is protected.”
Tan
Singapore Singapore
“the place is more than sanctuary. it is precious gem. Tim and Debbie, thank you for the fantastic tours and hearty breakfast 😘”
Brian
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Debbie and Tim are superb hosts, welcoming and enthusiastic to share their knowledge of the area. The glowworm guided walk was captivating and Tim's knowledge and passion for the subject as inspiring. The lodge is very clean and comfortable and...”
Duco
Netherlands Netherlands
“The beautiful nature walk, the excellent breakfast and the sweet couple made our stay unforgettable. The glow worms blew our minds and are reason enough to come visit.”
Tui
New Zealand New Zealand
“Beautiful caring hosts very welcoming and friendly.. Wonderful to see hosts that put time and effort into their guests. Glo worms and tracks to see. Beautiful views with amazing cute bedrooms where you can see native birds from inside your room.....”
Louise
New Zealand New Zealand
“Great hosts. Loved the tours. Amazing glow worms.”
Hazelle
New Zealand New Zealand
“Tim and Debbie's amazing hospitality. We love the glow worms, bush walk, star gazing, the entire property, and its location. Thank you so much, Tim and Debbie, an experience that we will cherish and will definitely come back to bring our...”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Debbie and Tim

Company review score: 9.7Based on 24 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Your welcoming hosts are Tim and Debbie, nature lovers, who have been privileged to have been guardians/owners of the sanctuary for over 30 years and open for guests since 2006. We have restored the Sanctuary to a natural wilderness.and love life in our bush hideaway, where we have raised our 3 daughters.

Property information

If you are after a nature experience, bird life, tranquility of nature and away from the city and crowds, then this is for you. We are 25 minutes from the city, 15 minutes from a grocery store and a takeaway. We offer a rustic and authentic experience with the charm and hospitality of yesteryear. A unique opportunity to stay within a wildlife sanctuary for a 2 night minimum. We have a natural wonderland of Glow Worms, which guests experience in a personally guided tour that is included in the room rate, and also a Rainforest Eco-Tour and hearty breakfasts. Expansive gardens, bush walks, Glow Worms & starry skies. Cosy rainforest huts with ensuite, built using recycled materials (1970's retro decor) and Family Room (Max 2 adults-must include children under 12yrs) with separate private bathroom. Open for bookings, excluding Monday nights (except for Easter Monday, open). A Queen Elizabeth II National Trust protected property with trees over 500yrs old. We are only 45 minutes from Rotorua, if you come via State Highway 36, then turn right into Oropi Road, then right into Ohauiti Road via McPhails Road. (If you travel via State Highway 33, it will take a lot longer.) We are 25 minutes away from Tauranga city

Neighbourhood information

Mount Tutu Eco-Sanctuary is 15 minutes away from Otanewainuku Kiwi Forest, 1200 hectares of virgin forest with many walking tracks. Run by volunteers looking after flora and fauna for future generations yet to come.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

House rules

Mount Tutu Eco-Sanctuary takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 16:00 to 21:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
NZD 17 per child, per night
Cot upon request
Free
3 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
NZD 17 per child, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 07:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

We only accept guests that are Covid-19 vaccinated.

Please inform Mount Tutu Eco-Sanctuary in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.