Hotel & Motel & Hostel in Auckland

“Terry and Cindy were lovely people with a lovely home. Great breakfast and advice about what to see and where to go. The location is great with parking and a bus stop just down the street.”

“Spectacular... a pleasure to stay!”

“I have been bringing my cats here for years. They get very well cared for. I know they are in good hands.”

“Top Shelf company, first class professional services, motivated, with an on going dedication to maintaining out standing relationships between landlords and tenants and comittment to protecting the interests of the investment of both all parties. Simply the best choice for all investors in the lease / rental market......and we have dealt with many.”

“Visited July 2025 When I searched online for farm stays in New Zealand, I only found extremely expensive options, and most stays were for about a week, so I was wondering if it would be difficult to find for a short trip. That's when I found this place. I contacted them by email and received a reply from Marie. The website didn't provide much information about the terms and prices, but it required a minimum stay of two days, and the accommodation options for this time were as follows: -- $500.00 Accommodation (2 days) $80.00 Dinners 2 days per person $20.00 Breakfasts 2 days per person $20.00 Lunch 2 days per person -- For a basic family of four, I'd estimate it would cost around $1,000 for two days. Prices will likely fluctuate with inflation, so you'll need to check. Other options include: $100.00 horse riding per person $100.00 Harness driving for family I think this might be helpful if you're interested. It's about 30-40 minutes from Auckland International Airport. Travelers should be aware that it's nearly impossible to access without a rental car. The entrance is a little hard to find, but you can access it from Walters Road on the north side. Look for this "189" sign. Marie rents out an entire section of her house for you to stay in. It can accommodate a maximum of nine families (assuming four or five children). When I visited, there were two dogs and three cats roaming freely inside and outside the house. I'm assuming that anyone reading this is interested in a farm stay and loves animals, but if you have dog or cat allergies, it can be quite difficult, so it's best to keep that in mind. The rooms are clean and very comfortable, and the surrounding area is quiet, surrounded by grasslands as far as the eye can see. They have nearly 20 horses, goats, and sheep, and you can even go horseback riding. The landlord, Marie, is very nosy (I mean that as a compliment) and takes care of you in many ways, so if you can speak to her in English, she'll tell you all about life in New Zealand. I also had the opportunity to learn horse riding from her daughter, Jillian. There were no other guests when I stayed there, so I was able to spend about two hours watching the horses being taken out of the stables, grooming their manes and bodies, putting them in saddles, and wiping them off after riding. It was a valuable experience that you can't get anywhere else. I've traveled all over the world a lot, but I've mostly stayed in hotels and never experienced such a comprehensive farm stay. This was a great experience, and it felt like I had a home in New Zealand lol. So, I'd really like to give it a ⭐️10! but I can't, so I'll give it ⭐️5! That said, there were a few things I think you should keep in mind, so I'll write them down here. ・There is a bathtub in the bathroom! However, since it's the same as the toilet and it's the only toilet in the accommodation area, you can't use it while someone else is taking a bath lol. Also, while it shouldn't be a problem in the summer, in the winter, when you wake up at night to use the toilet, the bathroom floor is tiled and quite cold, and there are no slippers. I think it's a good idea to bring some kind of disposable slippers with you. There is Wi-Fi, but it only gets out at a speed of 3MBp and often cuts out, so basically it's best not to rely on it (I wonder if this will improve in the future? Well, maybe Marie wants us to enjoy nature without the internet lol). There are no trash cans in the rooms. It might be a good idea to bring some kind of bag for that. You'll basically be spending time with dogs, cats, and horses, so you'll get covered in their fur. If it bothers you, it might be easier to keep a small dustpan (sticky carpet cleaner) with you to clean your clothes. Still, I'm still giving it 5 stars, so if you're interested, please contact Marie!”

“This was the best place we have ever left our cat, Debby is fantastic with animals and looked after Crystal so well she didn’t want to leave when we went to collect her. When she got home she was so relaxed, she was in there for almost 4 weeks, can’t say enough at how good they are, highly recommended”

“A gentle and welcoming place, thank you for having me.”

“Excellent attention and predisposition to help you! Excellent breakfasts!”

“Excellent place, just as in the photos. Great owners. Perfect for a large group celebration.”

“Wow! We would love to stay here again. Muriwai was stunning and Jeanette's accomodations were top notch. Everything was clean and the breakfast was incredible. What a gem of a stay. ”

“Lovely couple. Beautiful surroundings.”

“This is an awesome eco-friendly hostel, the owner (Ivan) is a legend and he does so many good things for the nature of Waiheke Island. He suggested things for us to do that we wouldn't have known about - we got to help out the local community and got to meet some truly inspirational people. We didn't want to leave!”

“Love the Dog depot!!! So pleased to have found Annette and Grace who run the Dog Depot on Waiheke. My mini schnauzer Maggie and I are here for a couple of months and Annette was so accommodating to squeeze her in. They also pick up and drop off which is so handy! Maggie comes home so happy with a big grin on her face. Thank you so much Dog Depot! Can’t recommend you highly enough!”

“Boathouse Row was the wedding venue of our dreams! It was the first and only venue we looked at because from the moment we arrived on the property, we knew immediately that it was perfect backdrop to our special day. Not only is the venue absolutely stunning, but Lindy is an incredible host – she is bright and bubbly and was very accommodating during the planning stages as well as on the day. She goes above and beyond to make sure things run smoothly and genuinely cares and wants you to have a great experience. Being able to stay the night and wake up for the first time as husband and wife in the very spot you got married the day before also adds to whole experience, we didn't want to leave! Our guests haven’t stopped raving about how perfect it all was, so if you're looking for a venue & host that will make your day unforgettable, look no further. It exceeded all our expectations and more!”

“I love the gadsby Lodge its nice and tidy the rents cheap and gave me a roof over my head.”

“Great experience. Will definitely come again. Friendly staff. Very quite. Clean and tidy. Service is AAAA++++ highly recommend. Keep it up guys. You are amazing.”

“Great golf course in summer at a reasonable price. Can get a little wet in winter, but still not as bad as some courses in Auckland. Challenging holes with some interesting OB carries. Plays like a mix between parkland and links.”

“Stayed here for 2 months whilst looking for a flat/work on a working holiday and it’s a great hostel for short or long term stay. Very clean, good value and has a very homely, friendly atmosphere”

“Very comfortable motel with very kind and helpful host.”

“We had the most amazing function at the Portside bar, my daughter’s 1st birthday! The staff were absolutely amazing, the venue was open, bright and very clean. Vickie made organising super easy! Would highly recommend for any event!”

“Had a brief overnight with my children before a horribly early international flight. Fantastic service and location. Room was small but its perfect for a quick stop. If you were a party of 5, upgrade to a bigger room! Gent on the desk was super helpful with transfer information! Would definitely stay again.”

“I stayed here for one night before my international flight the next morning. The manager was really nice and kindly arranged a shuttle to the airport for just $10, based on my flight time, which was super convenient. I accidentally left my phone charger in the room but had to rush for my flight. After I returned to New Zealand, I contacted them and they were incredibly kind—they had kept my charger safe and returned it to me. Really appreciate their honesty and helpfulness. A great place to stay, especially if you’re flying out of the airport!”

“We stayed here for 3 weeks. The room was excellent. Full furnished, clean and neat. The owner was also very welcome. I wish I could stay here in another trip.”

“Perfect place for price and quiet at night. Room was spacious and clean. Easy to warm up. Highly recommend for a family with kids.”

“Loving my stay here. Affordable with adequate facilities. The best part we can order halal food to our doorstep. Most amenities are closeby. Will return whenever coming to Auckland”