Guest scores & sentiment

From 180 guest reviews · multi-source · as of 2026-07-18

Guests highly praise hosts Helen and John for their warm hospitality and excellent homemade breakfast, featuring diverse honeys and signature dishes. The property offers stunning views and is conveniently located near Waitomo Caves. Common drawbacks include a steep, narrow driveway, compact rooms/bathrooms in some suites, and thin walls. Overall, it provides a cozy, home-like stay ideal for cave explorers.

Dimension scores · cross-source

Rooms9.2

Service9.2

Location9.2

Value9.1

Cleanliness9.1

Wi-Fi9.0

Surroundings8.8

Facilities8.5

＋ PraisedWarm and hospitable hosts · Abundant and delicious breakfast · Beautiful scenery and views · Convenient location near caves

－ ComplaintsExtremely steep driveway · Small rooms · Thin walls/poor soundproofing · Occasional unfriendly service

KEYIdeal for cave tour travelers. Use low gear for the steep drive, verify room size beforehand, and note strict check-in hours. Not recommended for those sensitive to noise.

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Room types · 4

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Swamp room

1 × Queen bed21 ㎡up to 2

The double room features air conditioning, a private entrance, as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower and a bath. The double room provides a mini-bar, a wardrobe, as well as a patio and an outdoor dining area. The unit has 1 bed.

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RoomBush

Bush

1 × Twin bed / 1 × Queen bed17 ㎡up to 2

This air-conditioned double room features a private bathroom, a private entrance, a mini-bar as well as a patio. The unit offers 2 beds.

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RoomCave Room

Cave Room

1 × Queen bed17 ㎡up to 2

This air-conditioned double room features a private bathroom, a private entrance, a mini-bar as well as a patio. The unit offers 1 bed.

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RoomFarm

Farm

1 × Queen bed17 ㎡up to 2

This air-conditioned double room has a private bathroom, a private entrance, a mini-bar as well as a patio. The unit has 1 bed.

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Facilities · 24

All facilities & services listed by the hotel (aggregated across sources).

Offsite parking discounted rates availableBBQ facilitiesLuggage storageFacilities for disabled guestsParkingShared lounge/TV areaBoard games/puzzlesAdult onlyOutdoor furnitureInvoice providedSmoke alarmsInternet accessJapanese gardenOffsite parking discounted rates availableCharcoal grillBulk dispenser for toiletriesSelf parking (surcharge)Vegetarian menu options availableWine release eventsFree wired internetHousekeeping on requestNon-smoking roomsNon-smoking throughoutWheelchair accessible