Reviews of The Inn At The Convent
9 High Street, 3920 Taumarunui, New Zealand
#3 of 5 B&Bs and Inns in Taumarunui
Guests' ChoiceReview score
Based on 242 B&B reviews
9.3Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
9.5
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Comfort
9.5
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Location
9.1
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Facilities
9.4
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Staff
9.8
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Value for money
9.6
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Free WiFi
9.5
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Reviewed: 20 April 2025
Michael
Australia140 reviews6 helpful votes10“A great classic space to relax”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
A beautiful old building with antique furnishings and many art works
Stayed in April 2025
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Reviewed: 20 April 2025
Michael
Australia140 reviews6 helpful votes10“Relax in charming hospitality”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
A charming old building with many art works and great ambience
Stayed in April 2025
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Reviewed: 13 April 2025
Mckenzie
New Zealand2 reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
N/A
Absolutely beautiful and charming building. Beautiful paintings on walls. Charming dog named Rufus greeted us. Lovely sunny spot outside to sit and relax
Stayed in April 2025
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Reviewed: 31 March 2025
Xin
United States15 reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Nice clean and good continental breakfirst!
Stayed in March 2025
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Reviewed: 29 March 2025
Belinda
Australia17 reviews9.0“Step into history surrounded by art.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room with Balcony
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Beautiful old convent with original features and character. Comfortable, quiet and clean.
Stayed in March 2025
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Reviewed: 28 March 2025
Harry
New Zealand5 reviews10“One of the best ever”- • Business trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Deluxe Double Room with Balcony
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Very warm and welcoming couple. Nothing too much trouble. House had great character and history
Stayed in March 2025
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Reviewed: 21 March 2025
Elizabeth
United Kingdom47 reviews9 helpful votes10“Interesting and historical home from home with great hosts. Not too far from Tongariro for early risers!”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room with Balcony
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing.
The cleanliness, high standard of antique furnishings and linens, modern art, the historical nature of the Inn and most of all …. June and Geoff who were exceptionally kind, accommodating and great conversationalists. On our first morning June got up extra early and was running around in her dressing gown to ensure we had a good breakfast before leaving for the Tongariro hike. I was desperate for a decent salad when we arrived and although dinner is not usually available, June put together an exceptional one for me on our second night. The room had a shared bathroom down a short corridor but we were the only ones using it. A very welcoming and well-run home with surprises: June is so disarming yet has travelled internationally as a shoe designer and has many other strings to her bow.
Stayed in February 2025
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Reviewed: 18 March 2025
Marlene
New Zealand1 review10“We arrived in wet weather however Karen , the hosts friend was warm and inviting.She went above and beyond to help us se”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room with Balcony
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
The accommodation is well set up for guests. Our room was large and it had the most comfiest bed . There is a tea/coffee station so you can have a hot drink at any time. There is a dining room / sitting room and a separate tv room . And a spacious bathroom .
Stayed in March 2025
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Reviewed: 18 March 2025
Meegan
Australia12 reviews2 helpful votes9.0“Wonderful.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room with Balcony
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Very quaint and holds some beautiful pieces from around the world. Warm and comfortable and the hosts make you feel at home.
Stayed in March 2025
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Reviewed: 13 March 2025
Stephen
United Kingdom20 reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • People with friends
- • Deluxe Double Room with Balcony
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing
Full of character, really welcoming hosts, great breakfast.
Stayed in March 2025
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Reviewed: 9 March 2025
Paul
Australia51 reviews2 helpful votes9.0“Perfect rest point”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing
Comfortable and quiet. Great breakfast and Hosts.
Stayed in March 2025
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Reviewed: 26 February 2025
Stephen
United Kingdom10 reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room with Balcony
- • Stayed 1 night
Nothing
Very welcoming and lovely room. Very convenient for the Tongariro Crossing and the Timber Trail and the breakfast is perfectly suited to both these activities. Short walk down the hill to find food.
Stayed in January 2025
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Reviewed: 18 February 2025
Sally
United Kingdom42 reviews2 helpful votes10“Fantastic stay, really convenient for The Forgotten Highway.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing
Great character, lovely warm welcome, extremely helpful. Double en-suite room spacious( bigger than looks on photo.) Brilliant shower. Absolutely fabulous breakfast. We had the continental, the homemade muesli was delicious, enormous choice of fresh fruit. Also great array of hot drinks, including cafetière coffee and biscuits on the landing for guests to help themselves to.
Stayed in February 2025
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Reviewed: 12 February 2025
Helen
United Kingdom18 reviews9.0“Comfortable and interesting B&B.”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
Enjoyed it all
Brilliant home made granola for breakfast, Hosts very welcoming. Good suggestion for a fine short local walk. Comfortable and secure feeling place for a solo traveller
Stayed in February 2025
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Reviewed: 10 February 2025
Antonia
New Zealand6 reviews10“We just loved it there.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room with Balcony
- • Stayed 1 night
The historic environment, The art that ws on display. The very friendly hosts. The garden with herbs and tomatoes. Not sure about pets as we don't bring any on our travel. Very good breakfast.
Stayed in January 2025
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Reviewed: 10 February 2025
Claire
New Zealand1 review9.0“A beautiful home that provided a lovely relaxing stop before our train journey home.”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
We had a great stay at The Inn at the Convent. The rooms were clean and beautifully presented. The home is lovely. The house is extremely well located, sitting above Taumarunui township, and a short walk on paths to the main shopping and eating areas.
Stayed in January 2025
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Reviewed: 6 February 2025
Scott
New Zealand1 review8.0“Very quaint old house. Very friendly hosts.”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Deluxe Double Room with Balcony
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing to comment on
The breakfast was nice. Plenty of options on offer.
Stayed in February 2025
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Reviewed: 5 February 2025
Joyce
New Zealand23 reviews1 helpful vote8.0“Excellent value for money. Would stay again.”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Deluxe Double Room with Balcony
- • Stayed 1 night
Nothing.
Breakfast was excellent. Accommodation was in a very pleasant, quiet area. House was very interesting and quirky.
Stayed in February 2025
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Reviewed: 19 January 2025
Keith
New Zealand23 reviews1 helpful vote10“Excellent in all respects - clean, comfortable, spacious, a tasty breakfast and friendly hosts.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
Everything was good
The Inn at the Convent was excellent in all respects - clean, comfortable, spacious, a tasty breakfast and friendly hosts. Easy walk to town and restaurants.
Stayed in January 2025
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Reviewed: 16 January 2025
Michele
New Zealand1 review10“Great showcase for the local tourism industry and entry into the Forgotten Highway experience.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Breakfast was delicious and beautifully set up in the dining room. Super friendly hosts. Very accomodating. Amazing building, full of interesting art and furniture.
Stayed in January 2025
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Reviewed: 31 December 2024
Peter
New Zealand7 reviews9.0“If you enjoy staying B&Bs, this one is a leader in the field.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
The hosts were very hospitable, charming and very focused on giving us a great stay.i
Stayed in December 2024
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Reviewed: 29 December 2024
Martinmv
Czech Republic52 reviews3 helpful votes8.0“Its not just a name, you really stay at the convent :)”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room with Balcony
- • Stayed 3 nights
Our stay at The Convent took us by surprise. Based on the pictures online, we didn’t expect this level of “quirkiness.” We also didn’t realize we had booked a room with a shared bathroom. Fortunately, we didn’t end up sharing it with anyone, so it wasn’t an issue. What truly stands out is the amazing breakfast. Everything was fresh, homemade, top-quality, and plentiful. Both hosts were lovely and very helpful. I would definitely recommend staying here if you’re planning to do the Tongariro Crossing or the Timber Trail.
Stayed in December 2024
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Reviewed: 20 December 2024
Chris
New Zealand10 reviews10“Fantastic”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing
Beautiful, lots of art work, lovely garden, great position
Stayed in December 2024
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Reviewed: 17 December 2024
Brian
United Kingdom54 reviews7 helpful votes8.0“Good place for a short stopover”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room with Balcony
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Shared bathroom
It was unique and quirky. Owners were very nice.
Stayed in December 2024
