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Tipi and Bob's Waterfront Lodge

3.0 star property
Beach motel with a restaurant and a bar

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Business services

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38 Puriri Bay Road, RD1, Tryphena, Great Barrier Island, 0991
  • Place, Medlands Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Kaitoki Beach
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Place, Whangaparapara Harbour
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Airport, Great Barrier Island (GBZ)
    ‪13 min drive‬

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  • 582 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 2 King Beds

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  • 582 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 2 King Beds

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One Bedroom Apartment (Unit 3)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 483 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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One Bedroom Apartment (Unit 4)

  • 483 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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  • 483 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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  • 610 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Great Barrier Island

Tipi and Bob's Waterfront Lodge places you 4.3 mi (6.9 km) from Medlands Beach and 9.9 mi (16 km) from Blind Bay. This 7-room, 3-star motel has a restaurant and a bar/lounge, along with free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Medlands Beach - 9 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Kaitoki Beach - 23 min drive - 10.5 miles
  • Blind Bay - 24 min drive - 11.0 miles
  • Awana Bay - 25 min drive - 11.4 miles
  • Whangaparapara Harbour - 29 min drive - 12.7 miles

Getting around

  • Great Barrier Island (GBZ) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪My Fat Puku - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Currach Irish Pub - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Pa Beach Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Burger Shack - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Tipi And Bobs - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Tipi and Bob's Waterfront Lodge

Beach motel with a restaurant and a bar
Tipi and Bob's Waterfront Lodge features free WiFi in public areas, a business center, and a meeting room. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle for a fee. Front-desk staff can help secure valuables, and provide local restaurant recommendations. Other amenities at this beach motel include a terrace, a garden, and a banquet hall.
For entertainment, guests can expect to find flat-screen TVs. Beds sport premium bedding. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Direct access to the beach
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
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
At check-in, guests must provide either a negative PCR COVID-19 test result or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
Negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up, and 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, 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
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (fees apply). Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • 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, 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.
  • 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.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What can I see near Tipi and Bob's Waterfront Lodge?

This motel is located in Great Barrier Island, close to Medlands Beach, Blind Bay, and Kaitoki Beach.

Will I be able to park at Tipi and Bob's Waterfront Lodge?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Is there a spa at Tipi and Bob's Waterfront Lodge?

Spa services at the motel include massages.

Does Tipi and Bob's Waterfront Lodge feature a casino on the premises?

No, Tipi and Bob's Waterfront Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Tipi and Bob's Waterfront Lodge?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Is Tipi and Bob's Waterfront Lodge a good place to stay for couples?

There are many amenities for couples at this motel, including a bar and a restaurant plus some guestrooms feature fireplaces.

Are there hot tubs at Tipi and Bob's Waterfront Lodge?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this motel.

Does Tipi and Bob's Waterfront Lodge have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Tipi and Bob's Waterfront Lodge doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Tipi and Bob's Waterfront Lodge allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Tipi and Bob's Waterfront Lodge though service animals are welcome.

Does Tipi and Bob's Waterfront Lodge have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this motel.

How far is the airport from Tipi and Bob's Waterfront Lodge?

The closest major airport to Tipi and Bob's Waterfront Lodge is Great Barrier Island (GBZ), which is 6.5 mi away (21 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Tipi and Bob's Waterfront Lodge?

Yes, some guestrooms at this motel offer either a balcony or a deck where guests can enjoy sea views.

Tipi and Bob's Waterfront Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Madison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bhavika

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Rainier

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Ngoc

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view was outstanding. Basic. No on site contact person.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

MIchelle, Auckland

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We felt at home and loved the food and the place. we will definatly go back
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Kenneth

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

BARRIER EXPERIENCE

Overall very good, owners great, food quality excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Location. Small room was small with shower and toilet but this was expected as we saw it from the photos prior to booking. Service great. Lovely place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Richard John

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

Very hospitable,great housebar with good service,

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Derek

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

Great dinners and friendly service

Best thing about Tipi and Bob's was the really excellent cuisine available in the bar/restaurant at dinner time eg poached gurnard and prawns with rice and vegetables, or fillet steak with scallops. The service was good, and friendly. Meals were a bit expensive (including continental breakfast at $20), but that appeared to be a feature of island life as presumably food has to be brought over from the mainland. Alcohol reasonably priced however. My room was very small (and therefore cheaper) and there was no space for an armchair. For much of the time the weather was stormy, which was unfortunate, so I spent a lot of time lying on the bed reading, or watching TV. A must, if staying on Great Barrier Island, is to pre-arrange a rental car. Bringing one on the ferry is very expensive, and you don't want to get stuck in the situation where all rental cars on the island are in use. There is no regular public transport such as buses or taxis, and everything you want to see is a car-drive away. Communication on the island is also hampered by the lack of good mobile phone coverage, which can be frustrating. Bring plenty of cash too. The rental car company I dealt with did not offer EFTPOS or credit card facilities! Bring a phone charger cable that'll plug into a USB port - Great Barrier is off-grid, so the power available is from a mixture of solar panels and generators. There were no power plugs in my room, but there were USB outlets for phone charging.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Analyn, Auckland

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

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.

10/10 Excellent

Yoshihisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

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