Rosewood Kauri Cliffs
Kerikeri, Northland, New Zealand · Rosewood Elite · 2026 benefits

Sophisticated and elegant, Rosewood Kauri Cliffs looks out across panoramic views across the Pacific. Tastefully designed by Virginia Fisher, the lodge is timelessly beautiful; offering space, comfort and complete relaxation amidst the homeliness of soft furnishings, warm carpets and blonde woods. Resting on an unspoilt coastline where high cliffs give way to three pristine private beaches, Kauri Cliffs is experiential travel at its best. Named the number one resort in Australia and New Zealand by Travel + Leisure, Kauri Cliffs is a leisure traveller’s dream. Activities abound with the David Harman-designed golf course, immersive local heritage tours, bountiful fishing, and bush walks,…
Active travelers who enjoy the finer things in life are right at home at Kauri Cliffs, set on 6,000 acres near Matauri Bay. The resort boasts jaw-dropping views of Cape Brett and the Cavalli Islands. Settle into your lavish suite with golf course and ocean views, private porch, and open fireplace, then explore your surroundings. Golfers will want to check out the course, designed by David Harman and offering 15 Pacific-view holes, while sybarites will flock to the spa, where treatments are customized to your needs and a massage essence or oil is blended just for you.
What you get booking it through us (2026 benefits)
- Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability
- Daily breakfast for up to two guests per bedroom, served in the restaurant (already included in property rates)
- $100 USD equivalent Resort or Hotel credit to be utilized during stay (not combinable, not valid on room rate, no cash value if not redeemed in full)
- Early Check-In / Late Check-Out, subject to availability
These are the Rosewood Elite benefits on file for this property, on top of the hotel's own best flexible rate — not a discount and not a package. How the benefit stack compares to booking direct.
Current offers
- Northland Villa Retreat — through 2026-09-30 · Retreat to your private villa with all meals included, spa indulgence or unlimited golf, and the ease of early arrival and late departure. WHAT'S INCLUDED Luxurious villa accommodations Complimentary early check in, subject to availability A welcome Farmhouse platter and a bottle of house wine on arrival A day of unlimited green fees or a 50-minute spa treatment per person per night stayed Complimentary pre-dinner aperitif, dinner, breakfast, and lunch per night stayed, excluding wine and liquor Complimentary non-alcoholic minibar Complimentary wireless internet access Complimentary late…
In the know
Grab a gourmet picnic hamper for two and head to one of the many secluded sites around the lodge to soak in the beautiful scenery. –Penny Spencer Sydney, Australia
The property, in facts
| Where | P.O. Box 800, Kerikeri, Northland, New Zealand |
|---|---|
| Category | Beach Resort |
| Property type | Hotel or Resort |
| Brand | Rosewood |
| Hotel group | Rosewood Hotels & Resorts |
| Rooms | 26 |
| Room types | 5 |
| Nearest airport | Kerikeri/Bay of Islands (KKE) · 16 miles |
| Advisor programme | Rosewood Elite |
| Style | Sophisticated |
| Known for | Beach, Golf, Seclusion |
Rooms and suites
- Kauri Cliffs Two Bedroom Villa — The exquisitely-appointed main lounge is sumptuous and welcoming, and opens eastward to an infinity pool, jacuzzi and sun-drenched patio, and westward to a…
- Kauri Cliffs Four Bedroom Villa — The Kauri Cliffs Four Bedroom Villa offers all the amenity and comfort afforded by a luxury home, as well as the benefits of full lodge facilities,…
- Ocean View Two Bedroom Family Suite — Family Suites at Kauri Cliffs comprise of a Grand Ocean View Suite with interconnecting second bedroom. The second bedroom comes with a king or 2 single beds,…
- Ocean View Junior Suite — Nestled into the hillside overlooking luscious farmland, the golf course and ocean, Kauri Cliffs’ six Suites are thoughtfully-designed rooms with open fire…
- Grand Ocean View Junior Suites — The beautifully-designed, open plan Grand Ocean View Junior Suites are the ultimate in relaxation and comfort. Larger in size and elevated for magnificent…
In the room
Air Conditioning · Balcony/Lanai/Terrace · Bathrobe · Ceiling Fan · Coffee/Tea Maker · Complimentary Newspaper · Connecting Rooms · Fireplace · Hair Dryer · Internet Access · Iron/Ironing Board · Jacuzzi/Whirlpool Tub · Kitchen · Microwave · Mini Bar · Non-Smoking · Private Pool · Refrigerator · Safe · Sitting Area · Slippers · Turn Down Service · Voicemail · Wheelchair Accessible
What advisors say
100% of the 2 Virtuoso advisors who have filed a review of this property recommend it. Those reviews are collected by Virtuoso from advisors who have stayed, not by us and not from the public.
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