The room could have been cleaner, the water in the jacuzzi was not clean, and extra garbage bags were not provided in the room.

Location was superb. The facilities, like the jacuzzi, had privacy and a separate sitting area. Good for kids with a playing area and a deck to run around. Kind hosts who were very helpful in suggesting the places to visit and helped with extra requests, so 5 stars for the staff.

Stayed in April 2025

Very untidy outside, could do with a very good clean up.

Across road from Karangahake walks. Room clean. Lots to offer.

Stayed in April 2025

Very helpful staff. Nice spa pool to relax in after a long walk,

Stayed in April 2025

Not the flashiest but modestly comfortable and clean .more like a back backers that encouraged socialization...that's actually very healthy for people...the gorge is a tourist attraction and certainly a beautiful location

Friendly down to earth management, appreciated the easy and interesting conversation. The spa was beautiful with blue dragon fly fairy lights in a rain forest setting.Lijed the turquoise colored duvet..added a freshness.

Stayed in April 2025

We stayed 4 adults 2 nights . The place has several rows of lodges. We had a unit with two floors, two bedrooms with big beds, on the ground floor kitchen, living room with sofas and Tv,one bathroom, one shower room with hairdryer, free washing machine and dryer.On the second floor there was one double bedroom, bathroom with shower and toiletries.Right outside - our own private parking- big enough for our Ford Everst car. My son enjoyed the BbQ facilities outside the suite, in the compound.Right outside the place there was a pizzeria, the Fresh&Easy supermarket a few minutes far by car. We stayed two nights, experienced the beautiful waikato area and one of the volcanic view trek .Loved the Taranaki falls. Very enjoyable lodge.

Stayed in March 2025

Our host was very friendly and gave good advice for activities in the area.

Stayed in April 2025

Ideal for our one night stop, comfortable and plenty of space.

Stayed in March 2025

Access to bathroom

Close to a lovely nature area

Stayed in March 2025

The hosts were excellent! The room was comfortable with a bonus of air conditioning. And close to lots of hiking!

Stayed in March 2025

Location great for Karangahake gorge. Host is SO lovely! Very helpful, friendly and informative. Very relaxed, at home atmosphere.

Stayed in March 2025

Bunk bed was super squeaky so did wake us up when the kids were wriggling in the night.

The location was perfect as we came to do all the walks and exploring around the area. The cleanliness was great and staff were amazing, helpful and accommodating. The pool was a big hit with the kids!

Stayed in March 2025

The family rooms are different layouts... one has the kids bunk bed in the same room as the parents bed and also has a kitchenette in there. The other has a wall separating the parents bed from the kids bunk, however the kitchenette for that one is outside of the room in the hall. Just worth knowing if you want to book a particular set up. Both worked really well for our friends and us.

Fantastic location - directly across the road from the main bridge to the walks, very welcoming hosts who took the time to explain the best walks and swims, lots of little extras - 2 x spas, a firepit which we BBQ'd our dinner on, a massage chair an arcade game which the kids enjoyed. Lots of separate areas that guests can enjoy. The 2 family rooms are opposite each other, so it was perfect for going away with family friends... the kids could just step between the rooms freely.

Stayed in March 2025

Very nice location in the gorge

Stayed in February 2025

The bathroom had some mold and spider webs.

Staff super friendly and helpful, and accommodating.

Stayed in February 2025

My room this visit was very noisy (mainly people in the sitting area outside the window). This was not an issue when I stayed before.

Location was perfect for accessing Karangahake gorge. Very good value for money. I've stayed here before, and no doubt will stay again in the future.

Stayed in February 2025

Perfect location for exploring the gorge. Relaxed vibe, all amenities provided and friendly helpful owner 👌 😊

Stayed in February 2025

We were in the road facing unit, so recommend ear plugs. A bit more milk supplied would have been good.

Fresh decor, tidy and clean. Very affordable. Lots of facilities, spa, massage chairs, pool etc.

Stayed in February 2025

There was nothing that we didn’t like

The property is an excellent location if you want to do some fantastic hikes nearby. There is excellent parking.

Stayed in February 2025

Very friendly owner. A very relaxing place.

Stayed in February 2025

The only draw back was the sound of trucks past all night long. Our room was so close to the road this was a problem and made for a poor sleep.

There is so much to do! There are 2 spas and a pool along with comfortable rooms that were clean. Our room had an ensuite, tv, toaster, plates, cups, bowls and cutlery a microwave and a jug. There were places to dry clothes as well as the use of a kitchen which had an oven, more fridge space and the use of pots and pans for cooking. The location was excellent with a fabulous mine was over the road. However the location did have its downfalls which are mentioned later.

Stayed in January 2025

Dog friendly

Stayed in January 2025

Dog friendly

Stayed in January 2025

Outside was unpretentious and reception not well signed but welcome and facilities were fine.

Host was knowledgeable about location and was friendly. Bathroom and room were clean (shower soap & shampoo were appreciated).

Stayed in January 2025

Rooms were too small

Very friendly

Stayed in January 2025