Hotel & Motel & Hostel in Auckland

“Simply wow! Peaceful, beautiful views, stunning.”

“If the place was only magnificent... But he finds all his soul in Carolyne and Ron, and make it a great place. It is a house, with hosts of incredible humanity.”

“I stayed at the Hunua Rise B&B with the host Graham for one day. Dinner, drinks and breakfast, very enjoyable. I'd recommend this to anyone who seeks a quiet yet social experience. Fantastic view & fair prices.”

“We had a lovely stay in the studio, which we found to be very spacious, clean and cosy. The hosts were welcoming and very accommodating - thank you very much to you both!”

“Peaceful, private, very close to Howick village.”

“Very nice holiday house and much cheaper than the other holiday houses. Very friendly owners especially Maggie who was nice enough to give me a lift back to the accommodation when she saw me walking down the road after I'd been shopping in Countdown.”

“What an amazing property - beautiful views, serene outlook, private beach down the hill, access to fantastic walks all around, and super close to Oneroa and all of the cafes and restaurants. We absolutely loved this place and it's top of the list for next time we visit Waiheke Island.”

“Lovely place with great views, walkable to Cable Bay and Mudbrick. Walkable to town.”

“Totally quiet. Incredibly beautiful views. Exceptionally romantic.”

“The owners are friendly; the accommodation is clean and tidy; the view is absolutely wonderful.”

“Andrea and team were absolutely brilliant assisting us with the transport of our two cats from Tauranga to Wiltshire in the UK. Communication was prompt and clear and when things went awry thanks to one of our cats picking up a flea, they sprang in to action to get everything sorted out for us, and the cats, and took great care of them when we had travel on ahead. I had lots of updates from them and felt utterly confident that the cats were in safe and caring hands. Would highly recommend.”

“Thank you so much for letting us stay at Bella 7! The location was perfect! We were able to walk to Mudbrick and Cable Bay wineries and it was only 5 min to Oneroa Beach and shops. The house very clean. This place is obviously well looked after. We would definetely recommend!”

“What an amazing experience we had at Kaitiaki Lodge. From the views while sitting back relaxing on the deck to the serenity of the bush walks and orchestra of the bird life, Kaitiaki was an escape worthwhile. The kitchen was a favourite to entertain from and well appointed. We will definitely be back for another stay in the near future.”

“We had great support from Julia when purchasing hardware for our recent renovation project. She was so thoughtful and her service was amazing!”

“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!”

“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. ”

“What an incredible stay! From the moment we stepped through Alison and Danny’s door, we felt genuinely welcome—not just as guests, but as if we were returning home. We shared countless moments of laughter, cooked and ate together, and even hosted fun gatherings. Alison was always there to lend a hand whenever needed, making everything even more special. I wholeheartedly recommend staying with Alison, Danny, and their lovely dogs and cats. It’s the kind of place you can always return to and feel completely at ease. Lots of love, Alisha & Victor”

“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.”

“Lovely couple. Beautiful surroundings.”

“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!”

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

“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!”