10a Colenso Avenue, 4110 Napier, New Zealand
#8 of 50 Holiday rentals in Napier
Guests' ChoiceBased on 83 hotel reviews
9.4Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.8
Location
9.4
Facilities
9.6
Staff
9.6
Value for money
9.4
Free WiFi
9.4
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 27 April 2024
Garry
AustraliaVery well equipped, spacious, lots of lovely little touches, ornaments, and art works and a garden and courtyard to enjoy. The information on the history of the cottage made it even more special. We were able to walk down to the main part of Napier. Over all an exceptional place to stay for a few nights.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 19 April 2024
Graham
United KingdomNothing
Lovely comfortable spacious cottage with plenty of history attached. Very well equipped.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 3 April 2024
Charlotte
United KingdomAll the small touches were to such a high standard. Bed is super comfortable. Lovely and quite had the best sleep. Everything you need in the kitchen (not that we cooked much). Kate was super easy to communicate with. Would recommend
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 18 March 2024
Loretta
AustraliaBreakfast provisions would have been nice. Steep stairs to get into town, though it was only a few minutes walk. Parking is limited.
Very comfortable and spacious cottage in a very quiet area. A bonus was having a washing machine and dryer in the cottage.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 1 February 2024
Tracybrain
New ZealandQuiet location, but a bit of a hilly walk to and from town.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 7 December 2023
Hans
New ZealandThere was nothing not to like.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 1 December 2023
Jaesen
New ZealandGreat historic cottage with modern amenities in a great location.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 16 November 2023
Daniel
United StatesNothing
Fantastic.location. beautiful studio. Spacious. Beautiful grounds well furnished best stay so far. Wish we were there more days
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 24 October 2023
Richard
New ZealandNothing to note here.
Location was excellent, quiet and very close to the centre. Historic, interesting cottage, very luxurious with all amenities. Easy access and great communication. A great stay.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 3 October 2023
M&k
AustraliaNothing
A great location. Spacious and so comfortable.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 18 August 2023
Karina
New ZealandEvery thing was great. So well thought out. Loved it.
Colenso cottage was fab. Spacious, stylish, comfortable, cosy. Loved having up to date magazines to browse, history of the house to read and access to Sky and Netflix. The guide with restaurant recommendations was great. Fantastic location.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 16 August 2023
Aldyth
New ZealandParking on narrow street, maintenance needed on front gate + gap under front door.
Clean, roomy & good facilities.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 17 May 2023
Bruce
New ZealandComfortable and clean.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 7 May 2023
Debra
New ZealandParking wasn't wonderful on the roadside, I struggled to find a space after being out for the evening. Only downside to an otherwise wonderful spot but wouldn't put me off staying there again.
Amazing location, decor was stunning and it was a real treat to stay somewhere so luxurious.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 26 April 2023
Chase
New ZealandI loved the quaintness and cuteness of the cottage. I was in Napier for work so I didn't get to visit the sites. I did however, love coming back to the cottage after a long workday/night for rest and relaxation. It was a great place to stay. If I come back to Napier I'll be staying here again and would definitely recommend to others
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 29 March 2023
Alan
United KingdomProperty was clean with all amenities as described. Fantastic historic building with lots of character Host was very friendly and helpful Ideal location for exploring Napier and beyond
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 11 February 2023
Karen
AustraliaNothing
Loved staying in a part of history that was so comfortable. Had everything we needed.
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 3 February 2023
Jan
United KingdomA wonderful well equipped apartment in a quiet location not far from the centre of Napier. Beautifully furnished and a comfortable bed.
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 19 January 2023
Gary
United KingdomEverything about the cottage was spot on. A credit to the owner
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 14 January 2023
Kate
United KingdomPeriod property so well equipped and comfortable. Stunning views from courtyard. Loved the history and all the information given about William Colenso. Napier was a special place.
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 17 December 2022
Susan
Australianothing
great location. beautiful, large cottage with all amenities. very helpful host. easy parking in front of cottage. short walk into town.
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 20 November 2022
Matilde
AustraliaN/a
Great location
Stayed in November 2022
Reviewed: 14 November 2022
Peter
New Zealandnothing
Charming character cottage but well presented with modern kitchen and bathroom facilities.
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: 9 November 2022
David
New Zealandbeautiful clean immaculate property with charm
the historical significance of the building and site was very interesting
Stayed in November 2022
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