Saltwater Lodge
Opened in 2001


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Saltwater Lodge has set a new standard of accommodation in New Zealand, offering the country’s first Qualmark five star rating for back-packer lodges. Year-round comfort, affordability and luxury make us the accommodation choice of travelers, families and groups from all over the world.

Saltwater Lodge is situated 50 metres from the beach and is still the closest backpackers to the waterfront. It is surrounded by trendy café’s & bars and is only 5 minutes walk to the wharf, town centre, shops and bus terminal.


All rooms have their own en-suite bathroom, are heated and situated off a large balcony.
Large fully equipped kitchen with free tea and coffee, herbs and spices.
Spacious lounge and dining area with Internet facilities and
Free videos.
Guest laundry.
Disabled facilities.
Booking agent for all tours.
Bag storage is provided free of charge.
Free bikes, tennis & use of barbeque.
Free car parking available.

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Saltwater Lodge is the authors choice for the 2004 edition of the Lonely planet

 Qualmark Rating The Northland Sustainable Tourism Charter Project

Suzy from the USA stayed with us and said "It's as if a group of backpackers got together and made a wish list for what the perfect backpackers would be like - and then made it into reality at Saltwater Lodge".

14 Kings Road, Paihia, Bay of Islands, New Zealand
Phone: 64-9-402 7075 Fax: 64-9-402 7240 Freephone: 0800 002 266

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