258 Schoolhouse Road, 7371 Kaikoura, New Zealand
#25 of 32 hotels in Kaikoura
Guests' ChoiceBased on 320 hotel reviews
8.1Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.4
Location
8.7
Facilities
8.0
Staff
9.3
Value for money
8.5
Free WiFi
6.8
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Van
New ZealandExcellent meal of generous size
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 2 June 2024
Jeremy
New ZealandNil
Did not stay for breakfast
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 2 June 2024
Somerville
New ZealandThe room was a tidy but can hear noise from next door easily
The meals were great & staff were very friendly
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 1 June 2024
Sue
United StatesThe room was very basic no frills. No comfortable chairs to sit in for any length of time.
The room was warm and the bed comfortable.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 29 May 2024
Paul
New Zealandmaybe a breakfast
evening meals superb
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 29 May 2024
Christine
New ZealandOnly thing I found was would have been nice to have a breakfast menu as have to go into town find somewhere and if you just want to relax have to drive back again.
It was nice and quiet and mountain views beautiful with snow on the tops. Clean and comfy with coffee and tea facilities. Parking was easy just outside back door and staff friendly. Fantastic meals at the really unique bar area.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 26 May 2024
Jill
New ZealandShower took a very long time to get warm.
Joined to a great restaurant and bar.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 21 May 2024
Susannah
New Zealandgreat location, really clean accomadation
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 18 May 2024
Meeka
New Zealandelectric car charger - a bit beyond expectations though
The food was very good it was one of those meals where you had to let the staff know it was great!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 16 May 2024
Warwick
New Zealandnew owners are doing well
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 9 May 2024
Tracey
New ZealandFabulous spot in the country, bed was comfy, staff were very friendly. Had a meal in the restaurant which was fantastic. Great place to stay.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 8 May 2024
Karen
New ZealandWe had the studio room very tiny. no 19. just tea and coffee supplied.. it could've had a toaster or microwave on a shelf.. We were not told there was a breakfast room. This has not put us off coming again. We would.
Friendly staff Food was incredible dinner menu fantastic... location delightful
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 3 May 2024
David
United KingdomThe room was bit basic but for the price it was worth it
Beautiful location looking out at the mountains Great food Friendly team
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 2 May 2024
Jeff
United StatesRooms are very clean, basic. It is our understanding the owners are new and are in the process of upgrading the entire facilities. We were quite happy with our room, it wasn't "updated" but absolutely spotless and in a beautiful setting with amenities for tea and coffee and plenty of space to relax.
The owners were extremely responsive and helpful. We did not have reservations for dinner on a busy night and they immediately "found a table" for us. The outside grounds are impressive, one can wander or sit and relax, the food, generous portions and excellent. Loved the location! The place is close to but not in the town, a tranquil setting near the lavender farm. Would definitely book again!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 2 May 2024
Helen
New Zealandthat we couldnt find the tv control, very small room, but sufficient, was not sure which door they were saying to go in.
wasnt noisey
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 28 April 2024
Steve
New ZealandNo seating in the unit apart from the bed.
Nice clean practical unit with great view of the mountains. Food and service excellent.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 28 April 2024
Marian
New ZealandThere are certainly two sides to this property, one has lovely mountain views over a field or lake, the other looks out onto the car park (this ‘option’ is not shown in the property images, of course). It would be good to clarify which view you are getting if this is important to you.
Lovely location and good value for money
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 22 April 2024
Bruce
United StatesThis is a minor inconvenience, and is manageable. There is no facility for breakfast. An electric kettle is in the room to make coffee/tea, but there is no microwave. So, no way to heat something up like a breakfast pastry. There is a small fridge though, and I managed with cold breakfast cereal in a cup with milk. Otherwise, one could drive a few kilometers into town and get breakfast in one of the cafes.
The location is beautiful. We got a garden side room and had a wonderful view of the mountains. The garden is also kept in beautiful shape.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 21 April 2024
David
AustraliaNo complaints.
Excellent and very well patronised dinner service. Staff advised us to book and we were glad we did. Food was excellent, staff checked people were happy, and the atmosphere was buzzing.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 18 April 2024
John
New ZealandNo breakfast available and in room eating facilities.
Great country pub atmosphere; with unexpectedly beautiful garden.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 16 April 2024
John
New ZealandQuant building and setting
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 9 April 2024
Heather
New ZealandStunning view from room the grounds are awesome
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 7 April 2024
Andrew
New ZealandNothing
Lovely garden
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 6 April 2024
Sally
New ZealandThis is budget accomodation so basic (no living or work space), but has everything needed for a short stay and is in very lovely surrounds - well away from the road so very quiet. Very good value for money.
Stayed in April 2024
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