52 Puketona Road (Black Bridge Road), 0204 Paihia, New Zealand
#29 of 51 Holiday rentals in Paihia
Guests' ChoiceBased on 196 hotel reviews
8.1Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.5
Location
8.8
Facilities
8.4
Staff
8.8
Value for money
8.0
Free WiFi
10.0
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 5 May 2024
Marron
New ZealandBooking.com error on arrival!! Spa not available.
The rooms were spacious and had everything we all needed. The feeling of peace with the surroundings of the bush area with the beautiful bird sounds, made it a great experience for us.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 30 March 2024
Zhai
New Zealandreception lady, she was very very unfriendly. no warm welcome at all. i never ever seen a rude receptionist like her. the reason i give the lower score because of her bad attitude and unprofessional customer service! me and my parent were very upset as we paid big money to stay one night but were very unhappy with her. she has ruined my day be honest! she yelled us and racist!!!!! we have been treated in an unfair way.
location is good close to town center. apartment is in a private and quiet.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 18 March 2024
Little
New ZealandWe did not have breakfast. The location was great.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 7 March 2024
Lisa
New ZealandOne bed was uncomfortable
It was so private yet close to town
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 28 February 2024
Pauline
AustraliaNeeds a good clean. Toilet seat needs replacing.
Beautiful, large apartment. View to outside. Friendly staff.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 8 February 2024
Heather
AustraliaHaving to pay an extra night for my room as Booking.com had made a mistake and had me leaving a day early than I had requested. Jan sorted the situation out and saved my bacon. There was a musty smell from the lower level of 2 of the apartments I booked.
The proximity to Paihia itself was great and the apartments had a great view and were quiet and enjoyable. The gardens were well cared for and pleasant.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 31 January 2024
Kaycee12
New ZealandMaybe TV could be a little bigger No Air Con
Great hidden surroundings Beautiful view Friendly host
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 29 January 2024
Joanna
New ZealandGood location. The host was delightful and very helpful.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 25 January 2024
Allena
New Zealandthe parking for our apartment specifically was not very convenient to park in, it was a bit of an awkward parking spot.
it was a very private space that has been well maintained!
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 14 January 2024
Nichola
United KingdomThere were only a couple of things that were a small disappointment. We weren’t told that the hot water was on gas so it took quite awhile for us to get hot water when we were doing the dishes. The hot water in the shower came on straightaway. the 4 slice toaster wasn’t working and the place looked like it just needed a little bit more TLC. Given the price we paid there were some small things that would’ve made a difference to how the property looked and felt. For instance having better quality toilet roll would be appreciated. But overall we really loved the facilities.
The location was absolutely perfect. Two minutes walk away from a supermarket and only a couple more minutes to the beach. We couldn’t ask for a better location. I also loved that it was up in the bush and had everything we needed. The beds were comfortableand it was lovely to have a bath in the bathroom
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 10 January 2024
Alan
United KingdomStrange smell in bottom bedroom.
Location and quiet
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 27 December 2023
Carike
South AfricaNo extractor fan in the bathroom. Would have liked to have access to a mop. No place for clothes in the one bedroom.
Loved the outside area with gas bbq. The gardens are gorgeous. Beds were very comfortable. It had everything needed in the kitchen. Nice and spacious enough for 6 people. The extra toilet was a big bonus.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 20 December 2023
Geoffrey
AustraliaDownstairs room smelt a bit of dampness
Clean comfy bed nice and quiet
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 24 October 2023
Sara
New ZealandBed the best we've ever slept in, excellent water pressure in shower.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 20 August 2023
Lauren
New ZealandIt was winter and a bit cold but the heater soon sorted that no problem and expected
It was a cute little apartment, nicely furnished. We had our dog with us and he was very much welcomed
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 24 July 2023
Samarakkody
New ZealandStaff and facilities
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 23 May 2023
Kelli
United Statesthere was a paper stating extra charges for leaving property dirty, which I totally understand, but the floors were dirty when we got there and I worried we would be charged (we weren’t). property manager was so nice. description said washer and dryer but there wasn’t one in the room. it wasn’t until we were leaving that we saw it was in a separate building but the office.
nice, spacious property
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 17 April 2023
Patricia
FranceThe apartments were extremely well equipped and spacious. The host was very welcoming and generous with the welcome gifts for our families.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 30 March 2023
Christine
New ZealandCould not fault any.
Liked that our unit was nestled amongst the Bush. Enjoyed hearing the birds singing. Unit had everything we needed. Loved the private deck and having the use of our own bbq.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 7 March 2023
William
United Kingdomlower bedroom was a bit damp feeling
location was good friendly staff
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 5 March 2023
Poppy
New ZealandSome amenities could do with upgrading, eg. toaster wasn’t working properly and shower didn’t drain very well when using it. However these are only small things that didn’t impact our stay!
Property was bigger than expected and tucked away up a hill among trees, so you’re surrounded by greenery and wildlife. It was close to Countdown supermarket, beach and only 20 mins walk / 5 mins drive from main town (Paihia).
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 1 February 2023
Kara
New ZealandThe saggy middle of the bed
The quiet calm spot
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 20 January 2023
Julie
United KingdomIt would have been nice to have a non stick frying pan to cook with.
the accommodation had everything we needed and was close to Pahia beach. Jan who looked after us was brilliant.
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 16 January 2023
Carter
AustraliaNo door to stop noise downstairs. An extra bathroom would've been handy.
Affordable family apartment in garden location, hot tub. Sky TV, Kitchen and BBQ facilities. Walk to beach and supermarket , friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed in January 2023
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