Hotel a Waitakaruru

“Second time we've stayed at Grafton Cottages. Such a warm welcome, so chilled and relaxing with amazing views. ”

“Recently renovated period property with modern annexe. Very friendly and helpful staff. Our Executive Room was contemporary and stylish. It was spotlessly clean and nice and quiet. The hotel serves good pub food. It is located in the centre of a small, rather down-at-heel town near the Bombay Hills, south of Auckland.”

“Very nice place to stay, clean and spacious rooms, beautiful ambiance and cute gardens. We are definitely staying in Aroma House on our next trip to Aukland and surrounding areas. Highly recommend.”

“Upon arriving we were hesitant that we’d found the right address. The absolute beauty of the location had not been given its due justice from the online photos. The new owners have done so much to revitalize the rooms, overall property and gardens. The panoramic view was epic.”

“Rapaura WaterGardens is absolutely magical. Imagine a cottage nestled in your own secret garden, 64 acres of lush bushes, native trees, lily ponds, flowers in bloom, gurgling streams, walking paths, green mounds of grass everywhere, and a gorgeous waterfall. Hard to not pinch yourself when you look out the sparkling windows gazing at nature, with the occasional ducks passing by and the birds singing their song. As you sit in your cozy cottage, luxurious in all the necessities, comfy in the most...

“Lovely location with seaside within 1 min and a stream just next to our apartment. Loved the birds and sunset viewing. Minimal road noise in unit 5. Clean room. Comfortable beds. Newly renovated bathroom and toilet. Full kitchen appliances and shared BBQ facilities. It just lacks some cooking utensils: baking dish to use in the oven, big salad bowl and a cover for the frying pan. Owner was very accommodating - She let us check in without pre-payment as we arrived late. Thames is a pretty little...

“What a lovely clean well presented motel the staff were friendly and helpful . It was very environmentally friendly . The bedding was crisp and white so were the towels . Kitchenette adiquate for a few night stay .very close to the main shops and eateries there are some interesting antique shops to browse round . Altogether a good place to stay .”

“Breakfast was amazing and hosts were extremely welcoming ”

“This is a lovely campground. ”

“Helpful and accommodating staff. Thank you. ”

“Immaculate, spacious accommodation, close to airport. Access to full kitchen and even fresh eggs for breakfast! Excellent value. Highly recommend. ”

“Really well maintened. I extended my stay 3 times.”

“Friendly helpful staff, clean spacious room with a back patio area. Outdoor pool and nice grounds. ”

“This place was fantastic, clean and tidy but the staff and management was exceptional. Restaurant adjacent was fantastic and I would 1000% stay there again.”

“Excellent rooms and staff”