Buffalo Lodge - Coromandel

New Zealand Tourism Award-winning boutique lodge in Coromandel with panoramic sea views and eco-friendly design

Accommodation

Buffalo Lodge Coromandel offers four ensuite rooms, each with its own private deck and panoramic sea views. One of the rooms is the Studio with Ocean View, which includes a separate living area and a kitchen. All rooms feature floor-to-ceiling windows that open to the surrounding native bush and coastal vistas, as confirmed by guest reviews.

Dining & Breakfast

Each morning, the lodge serves a complimentary continental and vegetarian breakfast prepared with local ingredients and homemade items such as bread, yogurt, and quiches. The breakfast includes fresh fruit from the on-site orchard and seasonal produce from the garden. Guests can also purchase local pasta and sauces from the lodge to prepare their own dinners in the fully equipped shared kitchen.

Location & Nearby Attractions

Buffalo Lodge is located 5 minutes by car from Coromandel Town, with the Driving Creek Railway and Potteries just a short drive away. The Coromandel Coastal Walkway and Cathedral Cove are approximately 30 to 45 minutes by car, offering day-trip opportunities. Guests can also access the Pinnacles and northern hikes such as Stony Bay to Fletcher Bay within 90 minutes.

Sustainability & Unique Offerings

The lodge holds the New Zealand Tourism Award for Best Homestay, recognizing its commitment to sustainable tourism and guest experience. An on-site fruit orchard provides seasonal produce, and the property features a well-stocked library, communal areas, and curated picnic baskets for guest use. Seasonal flower arrangements from the garden are placed in shared spaces, and the lodge uses eco-friendly practices throughout.

Guest Packages & Services

Buffalo Lodge offers exclusive packages for honeymoons, wellness retreats, and private gatherings, including creative workshops and intimate events. Guests have access to a shared kitchen, a sun terrace, a picnic area, and a library stocked with books and board games. The property also provides invoice services, a business centre, and meeting/banquet facilities for groups of up to 30 people.

• Awards: New Zealand Tourism Award for Best Homestay
• Rooms: Four ensuite rooms with private decks and sea views
• Dining: Complimentary continental breakfast with local and homemade ingredients
• Sustainability: On-site fruit orchard, seasonal produce, and eco-friendly practices
• Packages: Honeymoon, wellness, and private retreat packages