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Reviews of Hidden Gem in Oaklands 4 stars

18 Oak Place Poraiti, 4112 Napier, New Zealand

#7 of 20 B&Bs and Inns in Napier

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 159 B&B reviews

9.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.8

  • Comfort

    9.8

  • Location

    9.2

  • Facilities

    9.5

  • Staff

    9.7

  • Value for money

    9.4

  • Free WiFi

    9.4

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  • Reviewed: 20 March 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Studio
    • Stayed 1 night

    clean, quiet

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 16 March 2025

    10
    Great B&B - highly recommended!
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Superior Studio
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing!

    Great property with all the facilities you need! Quiet location and great host!

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 13 March 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    ,-

    Very spacious and beautifully designed apartment with everything one requires. Very calm and secluded place. Own outdoor place for having the nice breakfast. Lisa let us borrow bikes without cost for s tour to the vineyards.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 25 February 2025

    10
    Lisa made our stay very comfortable and enjoyable and gave us lots of good advice.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Studio
    • Stayed 4 nights

    There was nothing we did not llike!

    We were very happy with the great selection of breakfast - we loved the home baked pikelets and muffins.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 16 February 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nice location and quiet place

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 13 February 2025

    10
    We sort of sensed as we drove up that it was different , but overall, the Hidden Gem ' fits perfect.
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights

    We could have had longer time away available ...lol, But Maybe next time. We used an outside chair ( plastic ) for my wife to sit in the shower, maybe a stool of sorts in the shower would be cool, if someone is disabled... having said that , it is not a complaint, merely a suggestion .

    The breakfast options were very good. A nice selection of spreads , and choice of what type of breakfast. The bed was very comfortable and the unit very warm . Everything was very clean and the "Rain" shower was pretty cool. Outside was pleasant to sit and have a coffee, in sight of nice gardens. The location was very cool, nice and quiet and pretty.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 February 2025

    10
    Hidden Gem is an excellent place to stay. The facilities, bed, shower etc are superb.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Superior Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing to complain about. I only stayed one night but It would have been a great place to stay for a week. I was driving and cycling so I got to see the area. I’d have liked to spend longer but time didn’t permit. I’d definitely stay there again if I return to Napier.

    Breakfast was excellent, as described, cereal, juice, tea, coffee, bread and home made muffin. The host is super, friendly, helpful and considerate. Cant fault my experience. Very happy I chose to stay.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 5 February 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Superior Studio
    • Stayed 1 night

    Very comfortable and awesome space felt homely. Nice and private too.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 2 February 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very clear instructions on how to access the property and the key via the lock box; breakfast was available for us so everything was ready when we arrived. Bonus pikelets were delivered just after we arrived xx super lovely! Very private space.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 31 January 2025

    10
    Comfortable and classy with everything you need
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Studio
    • Stayed 1 night

    Not really anything that comes to mind.

    Everything was great with thoughtful touches. Substantial continental breakfast options. Bathroom was really classy. AC and WIFI all good. Excellent communication with host.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 12 January 2025

    10
    Fantastic
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Absolutely everything And Lisa our host was amazing If we are Napier again this will be our go to place

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 6 January 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lisa very friendly and accommodation very clean and comfortable. Would recommend.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 4 January 2025

    10
    Awesome stay in Taradale
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location was perfect for our plans; owner was incredibly friendly and accomodating; accommodation was great value for money

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 1 January 2025

    8.0
    Quiet & Convenient
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bed was a bit small (only a double) for two so partner slept in the other single bed. Beds were also a bit soft for our liking. Not totally awful though.

    Lovely little apartment in a quiet & convenient location, much better than most of the commercial motels in town. Lisa provided us with very generous breakfast offerings and even catered to my allergies, much appreciated. Bathroom & shower were excellent.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 December 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location and very nice hostess! Good breakfast!

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 December 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Superior Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Place is amazing. I'm definitely coming back here

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 November 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very clean and modern

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 September 2024

    10
    Well done Lisa. PERFECT!!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Superior Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Perfect distance to town. Close to wineries. Very peaceful and quiet. Very spacious with seperate kitchen area. Large bathroom. Awesome shower! Plenty of room for 2 plus a child. Definitely my first choice in future. Made to feel at home.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 September 2024

    9.0
    Highly recommend.
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Studio
    • Stayed 1 night

    Location was picked due to attending a meeting. Just down the road. Had the personal touch. We were due to arrive back very late in the evening. Pathway well lit. Dim lights curtains closed and warm room greeted us on our return.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 August 2024

    10
    If you want peace and quiet and you are okay with not staying in a conventional motel I would recommend staying in this
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Superior Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was no big deal for us as we ate out, but don’t plan to cook in this unit. There are no facilities to wash dishes but this is no problem as the host will take the box of dirty dishes and wash them for you.

    It was quiet and safe and has good parking. The room was more spacious than a motel room and has an outdoor patio area. It’s a short drive from the town center but there is no hassle of trying to park your car or dealing with the noises of the city. The breakfast provided was a great bonus also. Oh yeah, Lisa the host is pretty cool.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 August 2024

    9.0
    We will be back and highly recommend this property.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lisa was fantastic, very friendly and had the heater on for when we arrived. It was at the standard of a nice hotel, very clean and well appointed. Perfect for parking and can easily accommodate a car trailer.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 August 2024

    10
    Good value for money
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location - Everything was within 10 to 15 mins drive. Place was very clean and tidy

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 August 2024

    8.0
    Adequate for what we wanted
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The Clothes cupboard was difficult to hang clothes in because the rail was too hight

    It was adequate

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 July 2024

    10
    Lovely B & B
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Studio
    • Stayed 1 night

    The bed was too soft for us, but that is a personal preference, which someone else would find to their liking.

    The accommodation was beautifully done and every comfort thought of whether there for a night or several, it would be a home away from home.

    Stayed in July 2024

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