Rosewood Kauri Cliffs
A 6,000-acre coastal estate above the Bay of Islands — cliff-top golf and three private beaches
The Privata Perspective
The lodge that put New Zealand on the world luxury map, now under Rosewood management. Kauri Cliffs is a 6,000-acre working estate on Northland's east coast, with a David Harman championship golf course draped along the cliffs, views out to the Cavalli Islands, and three private beaches — including one of pink shells — reached through farmland and forest.
The suites look over the Pacific from deep verandas, the lodge runs on the easy generosity of a country house, and days fill themselves: golf at one of the world's most scenic courses, diving the Bay of Islands, walking the totara forests. It anchors the northern leg of the definitive New Zealand circuit we plan with its sister lodges at Cape Kidnappers and Queenstown.
Accommodations
Suite
83 sqm with veranda
Open fireplace, sea views over the golf course to the Cavalli Islands
Owner's Cottage
Two bedrooms
Private infinity pool and total seclusion above the Pacific
Dining
The Lodge Dining Room
Modern New Zealand
Daily-changing menus of Northland produce and seafood, served over the cliffs
Spa & Wellness
Spa set in a totara forest glade with an outdoor plunge pool — treatments after golf or the coastal walks.
When to Go
Nov–Apr
New Zealand summer — golf, beaches, and diving at their best
May & Oct
Quiet shoulder months, green landscapes, softer rates
Book With Preferred Access
Experience Rosewood Kauri Cliffs with Via Privata
Complimentary upgrades, resort credits, early check-in, and dedicated concierge support — available exclusively through our preferred partner programme.
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