A few weeks ago my husband and I found Karioi Lodge on Tripadvisor and went there to ask about booking a room. The staff was very helpful and friendly. We wanted time alone and asked about private self-catering accomodation. They gave us suggestions (no pressure) on what was available at Karioi Lodge and also some houses from their "Sleeping Lady... More

Stayed for 3 nights in a 4 bed dorm. Was quite small and dark but ok. The bathroom facilities were ok but meant you had to walk outside to get to it, not a problem till it rains. Kitchen was a good size and the communal area was big. Used the surf school which was great fun, every day someone... More

A group of us came to the Karioi Lodge as part of our Surf Package with the Raglan Surfing School.We were blown away by the location and surrounding area of Whale Bay. We were also pleasantly surprised to find the lodge offering a number of amenities one would not normally expect of a hostel type accommodation. Free Pool Table and... More

Really liked the vibe at this hostel-communal cooking/dining/chill out areas, with internet access, DVDs, ping pong and table football. These are located close to the dorms, but dorms were still quiet and we got a great night's sleep. Also has some cool walks you can do in the bush, a rope course and the fun Flying Fox zip wire. Rooms... More

Karioi Lodge is a Backpackers Hostel located on Raglan Surf Beach, which is about 10km out from the town of Raglan. The location of the hostel is truly amazing - the native environment it is settled in is glorious and the surf breaks of Whale & Manu Bays are right across the road. The main beach Ngarunui is about a... More