619 Waitawheta Road, 3682 Waihi, New Zealand
#1 of 14 hotels in Waihi
Guests' ChoiceBased on 57 hotel reviews
9.6Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.8
Location
9.6
Facilities
9.6
Staff
9.8
Value for money
9.7
Free WiFi
9.0
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Reviewed: 3 May 2024
Jim
United StatesThe views on this alpaca farm are magnificent. Joanne and Neil are an absolutely wonderful couple who have created a very comfy and private space from which to enjoy the scenery. The accomodations are modern modular units that were spotlessly clean. If this were a fancy resort, I'd give it a 10, but pay far more. It was perfect for anyone who appreciates outdoor beauty, animals, great comfort and outstanding value. Joanne and Neil were very giving of their time as we asked a lot of questions about their alpacas, goats, and off-grid living. Fantastic!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 18 February 2024
Joyg
New ZealandA special place
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 10 February 2024
Steve
United KingdomBe aware bathroom is accessed via the patio (no real issue for us)
Unique location and experience. Friendly owner who took us feed the alpacas! Comfortable bed and good sized bathroom
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 9 February 2024
Freestone
United KingdomCleverly designed and built so that visitors can wake and see - from their beds - beautiful views all around, including the nearby field of alpacas! All the facilities are stylish and high spec, and everything is pristine clean. If you’re able to get up around 7.30/8am, you can help Neil feed the family’s alpacas and goats. And there are fantail birds filling the pine trees by the room pods, and fully grown (and still alive) kauri trees on the farm; it’s very special here.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 8 January 2024
Paula
New ZealandNeil was a fantastic host and we felt very at home. Thanks for the warm welcome and give xena our love.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 20 November 2023
Joshua
AustraliaWe were disappointed we couldn’t enjoy the scenery and things this place has to offer due to the wet weather.
The location was great, the place was immaculately clean, the owners are lovely and super helpful. We got to experience the morning ritual of alpaca, goat, and fish feeding and also Neil’s care toward his animals.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 11 September 2023
Mariangela
New ZealandWe wish we has stayed longer and can’t wait to get back
We had the most wonderful time at the cabin, Neil and Joanne are the best hosts you could ever wish for. We arrived late at night and the cabin was easy to locate and the electric blanket was left on for us to snuggle into bed. The starry sky was unforgettable and the cabin nice and cosy. In the morning we woke up to a blissful silence and the site of a herd of alpacas curiously looking towards the cabin as we had a cup of coffee on the decking taking in the beautiful views of the valley. Neil introduced us to the alpacas and the goats and we had the most incredible time feeding them and petting them. The cabin makes the perfect weekend escape from Akl with its perfect location whilst being off the grid and immersed in the bush, we still had full reception and the cabin had everything we needed + supermarket open till 9pm less than 10mins drive
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 6 September 2023
Jaime
New ZealandThe place is amazing! Neil is a great host, so welcoming! I would definitely recommend this place to stay for a nice, quiet and relaxing time!
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 22 April 2023
Rachel
New Zealand-
beautiful slice of NZ rural culture, had everything that was needed with a bonus of animals
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 9 April 2023
Mariam
New ZealandHost Neil was lovely, made sure we were comfortable. Peaceful location and we had privacy. My daughter had a great time interacting with the friendly Alpacas and cows. We definitely will come back. Thanks Neil.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 6 April 2023
John
New ZealandBonus is the alpaca interactions :-)
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 23 March 2023
Meares
New ZealandThe double bed was a little bit hard for us but each to his own 😊
Loved the fact that the whole unit was suitable for my wheelchair bound husband. The view was incredible. The Alpacas were adorable and very tolerant. And the owner was super friendly and kind.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 12 March 2023
Kimball
New ZealandLocation was great, awesome having the alpacas in the neighbouring rooms paddock, partner was very happy to be able to pet and feed them. Bonus the three baby alpacas. Hosts were genuine and friendly, very accommodating Would definitely stay again
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 12 March 2023
Emma
AustraliaLocation
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 4 March 2023
Maxine
New ZealandThere wasn't much we didn't like - we will be back to stay again!
The view from the cabin was exceptional. There was coffee and tea available in the room which was great. The owners offer additional activities on the site like meeting the alpacas and goats on their farm if you are interested. They are also very friendly and happy to give advice on what to see in the area as well as where to grab some great food.
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 2 March 2023
Natalia
PolandAbsolutely amazing morning walk to see, pet and feed alpacas. Best place we've stayed in NZ! Quiet, beautiful surroundings, great to chilli, highly recommended.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 26 February 2023
Jann
New Zealandvery relaxing
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 15 January 2023
Rebeca
New ZealandIt was beautiful, peaceful, very clean and comfortable
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 8 January 2023
Tyler
New ZealandThe Waihi Gold Alpacas owners were very welcoming and easy to talk to, the cabin was very clean and bathroom very spacious, we stayed one night and had a tour of the alpaccas and goats in the morning. We even got to feed them, (such a highlight). Waking up was so peaceful we had rolling fog that dissappeared slowly.
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 2 January 2023
Franziska_k
New ZealandThe bathroom is just reachable when you go out of your cabin. A coathanger in the room would help a bit and maybe a little mirror.
Everything. Super nice, sweet modern cabins. You had the entire place to yourself. Super friendly and helpful owner, who offered to pet and feed the lamas. Super view (I guess, cause I had terrible weather :D), nice, big and quit area. Definitely recommend and would like to stay again.
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 30 December 2022
Lee-ann
New ZealandThe view from the room and bathroom and the animal encounter
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 4 December 2022
Nica
New ZealandThere was a personal letter when we checked in and we were invited to feed the alpacas their breakfast. We did this and it was so fun! Our host was really friendly.
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 26 November 2022
Leah
New ZealandEverything!!!
Stayed in November 2022
Reviewed: 18 November 2022
Ju-pei
New ZealandNice and clean with stunning views and lovely alpacas. The owner was kind and friendly. We enjoyed our stay there a lot. Highly recommend.
Stayed in November 2022
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