The owners’ invitation to spend a pleasant evening in conversation with them and with the other guests. The original breakfast with tasting multiple types of honey.

Stayed in March 2024

Nothing

Great Host Hohn and Helen were charming and very Helpful If you want a central place to stay while visiting Waitomo look no further

Stayed in April 2024

No problem for us - but a very steep drive to walk up if you have mobility problems and are not using a car.

Lovely building with great views and unique decor. Run by a warm and friendly couple who are proud of their local New Zealand produce.

Stayed in April 2024

If you have a large vehicle the parking is a little 'snug'.

Helen and John were wonderful hosts. Breakfast was superb.

Stayed in April 2024

The welcoming attitude and helpfulness of the owners

Stayed in March 2024

Great location, Amazing staff, very friendly and kind. Great breakfast, lovely room and close to most of activity you want to do in Waitomo.

Stayed in March 2024

Driveway somewhat steep.

The rooms were very cutie.

Stayed in March 2024

Everything! When staying at a B&B, guests typically expect (or hope!) that the proprietors are gracious and engaging host and engagement with the other guests is entertaining and enjoyable. Also, a B&B exhibiting character and uniqueness is often expected. At Abseil Inn we found all these. The various rooms at the Inn have their own unique theme (very cute!), the three other couples who stayed the Inn at the same time as us were all delightful, fun and easy to chat with, and made our experience a lot of fun. But the best part were the proprietors, John and Helen. Both John and Helen have a keen sense of humor, are very conversant, great conversationalists, and made sure the guests had all they needed and were comfortable. Last, but not least, the breakfast that John and Helen prepared was DELICIOUS! Fruits, eggs (Joh's specialty are the "Waitomo poached eggs - to die for!), French toast, fresh-squeezed juices, toasts, fresh made jams and jellies, and a dozen flavors of New Zealand honey were on offer. John and Helen are the consummate hosts who made our visit to Waitomo and their B&B very memorable!

Stayed in March 2024

Great location, comfortable room, excellent breakfast.

Stayed in March 2024

The driveway is very steep, but manageable.

What delightful hosts! Helen greeted us with an enthusiastic tour of the property in the evening. And in the morning, she prepared an incredible breakfast. John shared his collection of unique honeys, including those that are said to have healing properties.

Stayed in February 2024

Guest fridge was tiny. Ensuite bathroom was small but adequate. Driveway was steep but good surface so managed to walk it both ways.!

Very scenic view out windows. Delightful homely touches throughout property. Awesome breakfast. Friendly, helpful host. Comfortable room with good storage.

Stayed in February 2024

Towels were pretty rough.

Perfect location only a few minutes from Waitomo Caves. Comfortable room, accommodating hosts and scrumptious and plentiful breakfast. Great area with overland views. Helen was most helpful when we had a bank issue and John offered to make dinner reservations for us.

Stayed in February 2024

Nothing

Good location, clean and comfortable

Stayed in February 2024

Having a TV in the room. Driveway is very steep - may put off some travellers.

Inn was very casual. Beautiful views. Ben, the Inn cat, made himself at home in our room. Breakfast was lots of fun with George, the Innkeeper, detailing different honeys and breakfast spreads. Staff was super nice.

Stayed in February 2024

Location was great, able to walk to dinner and to the Waitomo Caves center for their various tours and experiences. The hosts were very pleasant. The breakfast was excellent. They let us know in advance that this is a simple house with small rooms, not a fancy hotel.

Stayed in January 2024

The breakfast was the best part of our stay .delicious Fruit and yoghurt, amazing eggs ( secret recipe!) then toast with an amazing array of honey and homemade preserves. It was a honey tasting session! The owners recommended a local restaurant which we booked , the Huhu . Definitely worth it for the Lamb!

Stayed in January 2024

Bed a little over-soft for me. Drive is very steep to walk (not a problem for me but something that should be noted)

Amazing owners, fantastic views and excellent value for money.

Stayed in January 2024

John and Helen were very welcoming and interesting hosts. Loved the selection of honey for breakfast and room very comfortable.

Stayed in January 2024

Just a bit noisy with the hard flooring, footsteps and moving upstairs or adjacent rooms. Some soft furnishing may help.

Excellent location for the caves, friendly hosts who accommodating with what we needed.

Stayed in January 2024

Such a lovely pair of hosts, enthusiastically shared a knowledge of New Zealand specialty honey with breakfast. Very accommodating of our check-in needs . Property has a sweet cat who may say a polite hello to you as you head to your room.

Stayed in December 2023

Nothing.

We booked a room for 1 night here and the stay was fabulous. Our hosts were delightful and we felt at home here. The room comes with an ensuite bathroom and had a side entrance towards the parking lots. Breakfast was provided (you had to indicate interest the evening before) and you are bound to be full after breakfast! The experience felt like us returning home to visit our grans, leaving us stomached full and hearts warm. P.S there is also a chonky cat residing here!!!

Stayed in December 2023

A hidden gem close to Waitomo caves. Our hosts were a lovely couple who made us stay homely and comfortable. We especially appreciate the snack box that our host prepared for us because we had to catch a train early morning. We had a great time and enjoyed the 2 days stay at Abseil Inn.

Stayed in December 2023

Bathroom fixtures are a bit dated.

This B&B has a nice homely atmosphere and the owners are super friendly, kind and accommodating. Good breakfast included. Very good location if you're there to visit Waitomo caves.

Stayed in December 2023

Very nice location, convenient to do any possible activities around Waitomo Caves. Breakfast was excellent! Helen and John are very friendly. Due to our late arrival even adjusted the check in times for us. Thanks & highly appreciated!! We love it!!

Stayed in December 2023