4 Sanctuary Park Lane RD 4, 0174 Whangarei, New Zealand
#12 of 17 B&Bs and Inns in Whangarei
Guests' ChoiceBased on 37 B&B reviews
8.5Cleanliness
8.4
Comfort
8.6
Location
8.9
Facilities
8.5
Staff
9.5
Value for money
8.5
Free WiFi
8.1
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Reviewed: 14 May 2024
Murray
New ZealandExcellent breakfast
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 5 April 2024
Carollyn
New ZealandWe didn't realize that room was not separate from house
Breakfast was very nice thank you U Beauty I would like to add to my review that the owners of U BEAUTY went out of their way two return two items of clothing left in the room..I really appreciated the honesty and friendship they displayed..looking for honest reliable hosts You will find it in this couple ⭐
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 6 March 2024
Cook
United KingdomVery friendly nice people. Thank you for making me feel welcome.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 3 March 2024
David
New ZealandCosy Friendly hosts Great hospitality Handy location Pet friendly
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 31 January 2024
Robyn
New ZealandCoffee a little strong for me
Nice breakfast, variety in the menu
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 25 January 2024
Lawrence
New ZealandShould have stayed longer
The breakfast was great. The hosts are really great, warm, and kind. Very homely. As I mentioned in their guest book - U Beauty is a hidden gem in Whangarei. I already recommended them to my friend and they are planning to stay there when they visit Whangarei.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 22 October 2023
Martina
GermanyNo complaints; we had everything we needed.
The warm hospitality of Anna and Breck. They even invited us for dinner , which was a very nice experience. And we fell in love with the dogs and cats, even though we are no pet people. Breakfast is excellent
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 12 September 2023
Kookiemonstahizda1
New ZealandAnna was a wonderful host, polite and so attentive to both my pups and us,
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 30 July 2023
Paul
New ZealandThe noise of the owners early hours of the morning
Breakfast was amazing
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 28 June 2023
John
Saudi ArabiaThere was nothing that I disliked, but people should be aware that dogs and cats are part of the family.
Anneke and Breck are a very friendly and hospitable couple. I was made very welcome to their home and though I did not take them up on their offer, I was invited to come in and watch their TV etc. The accommodation is attached to the main home and connects via a hallway, with its own bathroom and kitchenette. The shower is excellent: hot water and very good pressure. Breakfasts were 'full-English' with plenty of options and alternatives: very tasty and filling. It's in a nice location with a beach walk not far away: unfortunately the weather was poor and I was unable to fully walk as I'd hoped. Location is about 10-15 mins drive from city centre. Anneke and Breck provided a wealth of tourist information and brochures.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 17 March 2023
Lea
New Zealandlocation was lovely, semi rural, lovely big property. Breakfast was exceptional. Hosts were great, very friendly and kind.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 19 February 2023
Angela
New ZealandNothing.
Excellent cooked breakfast cooked everyday if I wanted it. They catered to my Gluten free requirements. Fresh homegrown fruit was available everyday and jams and preserves too. The host and hostess were very warm and friendly and went the extra mile for me, nothing was too much trouble. It is a pet friendly B and B, close to the beach and 10 mins to town.
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 20 November 2022
Man
Hong KongThe owners were quite nice and the breakfast was good.
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: 7 March 2022
Ruth
New ZealandEverything was very good
Friendly and adaptable hostess who made sure we were comfortable, with a friendly smile.
Stayed in March 2022
Reviewed: 26 February 2022
John
New ZealandThe tea making tray next to the tub in the laundry with packets of cat and dog food was disconcerting. The room was basic just the bed and the mirror in the hallway.
Location was handy to town, very quiet and easy access to lovely harbour walk. Enjoyable breakfast and Breck and Anna were excellent hosts. It was a different experience with the presence of lovely animals.
Stayed in February 2022
Reviewed: 26 February 2022
Heather
New ZealandNowhere to sit inside .
breakfast was delicious and very generous. Very friendly hospitality. Beautiful home and gardens. Very generous and friendly hosts.
Stayed in February 2022
Reviewed: 3 January 2022
Ken
New ZealandThe owners are very nice and helpful. Their dogs are beautiful and friendly. The bed was comfortable, the place was quiet and private. The breakfasts cooked by the owners were wonderful. Defeniely would like to return.
Stayed in January 2022
Reviewed: 21 June 2021
Elizabeth
New ZealandBreakfast was exactly what I asked for and delicious.
Stayed in June 2021
Reviewed: 23 September 2023
Neil
AustraliaThe place wasn’t really set up for paying guests. The care of their big dogs was their focus… dog and cat food bags in the kitchenette, dog beds everywhere outside. Nowhere to sit inside the house and relax only the bed…
Location
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 3 September 2023
Gerard
New ZealandRoom had an unpleasant odor of some kind. An doggy smell probably. Bed was covered in tourist brochures which seemed a little odd. Maybe they could be put in a folder or a rack?
Lovely breakfast. Location ok
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 5 December 2023
Shannon
New ZealandThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 3 December 2023
Murray
New ZealandThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 11 March 2023
Mike
New ZealandThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 5 March 2023
Laurie
New ZealandThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in March 2023
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