There is so much to do in Tutukaka, beautiful beaches, locals are friendly.

The owners were friendly and very helpful.

The managers were very friendly, engaging, and helpful.

Great hosts, they're always friendly and even remembered us from last year!

The unit very clean and comfortable with a well equipped kitchen.The resort itself is well maintained,lovely pool area and friendly managers.

Very friendly welcome, and the views are six stars.

The managers were very friendly and made great coffee to in the little shop!

Great place, fantastic views from all rooms and very friendly staff.

All the staff were friendly and kept the resort clean, neat and tidy.

Friendly owners and staff helpful and knowledgeable about the area.

The resort had all that one needs for a relaxing holiday .The staff were very friendly and the grounds were beautifully maintained.

Very friendly and helpful owner of the property which was very clean, tidy and well presented.

Excellent location, friendly staff, beautiful place to relax and unwind - definitely return each year!

Check in was a breeze and very friendly for a first timer up near Tutukaka.

The provisioning of our unit was poor - 3 dish washer tablets, no salt & pepper, minimal toilet paper (1 roll); we had to ask for more.

Only negatives would be tiny bathroom in our apartment and poor WiFi.

Large condo overlooking the poor knights islands.

We also spent a day out at the poor knights snorkeling.

Bookings can be made from the Motel for trips to the poor knights Islands both sightseeing and diving.

my partner booked us in for 3 nights and diving the poor Knights islands for my birthday.

A group of us used it as a base camp for diving the poor knights islands and tutukaka coast.

L'endroit est fantastique, plus beau que la bay of Island just devant les poor knight islands.

You can see the poor knights islands from here and the lounge and deck.

if your going diving, here is the best place to stay as you can see the poor knights island from the units.

but only for a couple of days, it is a little lacking in things to do when the weather is poor.

The distance from town makes it an extremely poor choice as a location if you don't have a rental care to get back and forth to town, even more so as there are only two car services in town with liited availability.

but poor security, a window latch was broken and the window, at ground level, could not be secured.

butts all over the grass, and the office and host reeks of smoke.

There is a broken rotting small wooden table and 4 chairs which belong in a tip.

I understand that all the units are individually owned therefore you can get a very nice modern one or another  that is old, musty and in need of an upgrade.

In the bathroom when using the hot water in the tiny shower the hot water handle would get so hot you needed to cover your hand with a wash cloth to avoid getting burned when you turned it off.

It smelt musty and damp when we walked in, the tiny bathroom was just plain nasty and,

Probably our unit hadn't been used for a while as our visit was in november and the bedrooms were musty.

The entrance had not been swept in months, it us full of feathers, leaves and the drain was blocked with dirt.

Thanks so much Sue and Ian, you are the perfect hosts.

but the new owners make you feel unwelcomed.

We can't speak more highly of the location, the rooms were clean, tidy and had all the amenities we needed, and the owners were so helpful throughout the stay and set up of the wedding.

Service was just so polite and customer focused.

We found Ian, the Manager to be great when we were chatting via email and equally as pleasant in person as were all the staff we encountered.

There isnt anything we didnt like and the owners were always helpful with anything we needed.we will be back and counting  down.

Privately owned units managed by a thoroughly professional couple who can't stop smiling at the good fortune of the truly spectacular location.

.we very nmuch enjoyed our short 2 night break at PR..the views REALLY ARE to die for, track down to a lovely beach, stand in managers were great to deal with and very accomodating

Beware that owners have the right to override your booking.

Everything is in good order and the staff are lovely 
Note - not for a loud party - v chilled spot and they manage the vibe well
You’re at the top of the ridge line so have splendid views across the coast

Definitely worth booking to enjoy this area

The Manager was very hospitable and welcoming.

Only slight issue we had was the Wi-Fi being intermittent.

The internet wasn't working and when it got fixed it wasn't usable for video streaming.

We had trouble with wifi & with no screens, I was eaten alive by mosquitos during the warm night.

Wifi was very slow and only get 250mb free.

but the apartment was left open and the entrance code was texted.

The wifi that was available didn't connect for me and couldn't check emails.

One more thing : no unlimited wifi is quite inconvenient for IT people.

the only dissapoinment was lack of wi-fi which I understand the management is in the process of fixing.

If I had to be picky I would say the only down sides are the small free daily wifi allowance (surely unnecessary in these days of unlimited plans) and the lack of gas barbecues (they have some wood fired ones

Something else that was an absolute joke was the free 250MB internet access per day.

Wi-if a problem even with voucher code as signal didn't always work.

Let down somewhat by the service - no milk in the room on arrival and patchy service getting towels / tea towels changed.

Wifi connection is not good, inspite of voucher codes given.

but who goes to tutakaka to spend all time on Internet.

If I should mention a little dent in the paint, it is the internet connection that definitely needs a looking at.

Would have been happy to stay for extended period. Only downside is very spotty wifi connection (which is the case anywhere in New Zealand, so not their fault)

Pacific Rendezvous Resort Motel

wifi

poor

smell

Free parking

Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)

Pool

The insides need a real clean including the mold on the ceiling fans.

All rooms had air conditioning including the bedrooms in the apartment.

even though we ran the ceiling fan  The windows didn't open very far.

The only disappointing aspect was the lack of airconditioning in the room.

but rooms have no ac if you come in February you will suffer , the restraint has a limited selection of food and if you are a vegetarian your selection will be very limited there are no safes but reception will keep your valuables in a drawer .

but if you are used to aircon then make sure you request a room with it.

The only thing that I would’ve liked was air conditioning in the rooms, it was summer and really hot, there was a ceiling fan which was nice and cool if you sat under it.

The only respite is 2 x $20 40cm fans, sorry

No aircon didn't bother me because of the time of year

but warn of the air con situation and tell them not to expect too too much . Serviceable.

All of this being said, this venue lets itself down substantially by having NO AIRCONDITIONING in the rooms.

The heat in the rooms was unbearable noisy ceiling fan and stand up fan in the rooms highlighted the issues they must have with hot rooms

I would revisit without a doubt if they are able to instal air-conditioning until then will choose other accommodation to visit during the summer months.

Would not recommend this place anytime other than coldest winter period UNLESS they install airconditioning.

Unfortunately, the rooms had no AC and my room faced the afternoon sun. URGH.

We aware the hotel is considering either air-conditioning and / or screens on windows and balcony doors.

No air-conditioning in the hotel - made for a very hot and humid afternoon.

The warmth and friendly service from the staff at Oceans is memorable.

Very friendly and helpful host too- thanks.

Lovely staff - very friendly and helpful.

There is plenty of car parking onsite and the staff are very friendly.

All desk staff were always friendly and welcoming and professional.

Privately owned units maintained to impeccable standards and managed by friendly, laid-back staff.

The staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming.

The staff were all very friendly and welcoming.

The hotel was quiet, and staff was helpful and friendly.

but clean and staff were extremely friendly.

Otherwise, very comfortable and clean, friendly staff, and a relaxed dining and bar area

Great value nicely cooked breakfast pancakes were popular with the kids I loved the bacon and eggs and tomatoe breakfast I ordered and coffee is great too service is friendly and inside  decor a bit worn

On both occasions check in was fast, friendly and the receptionists were genuinely interested in what I was doing in Tutukaka.

The only negative is the ceiling is a little thin and can hear those above walking on the hard floor.

Whilst I'm sure as a winter venue it would be beautiful, in the height of summer, the rooms were almost unbearably hot - extremely unpleasant, and barely compensated for by the ceiling and upright fans provided.

Yes they had a ceiling fan (noisy and thumping).

Room was very stuffy, so we opened the windows, turned on the ceiling fans and found a floor fan.

No air conditioning and the ceiling fan was situated quite far away from the bed so it got quite hot and stuffy

There is none, just a noisy clicking ceiling fan!

The ceiling fan was not quite cutting it.

Everything was very clean and the staff were all very obliging and hospitable.

I liked the fact that there was a desk area to catch up with office work.

Nice room, crisp sheets and very welcoming staff.

Definitely would benefit from air conditioning - compliments to all the staff

He kept check in simple and easy and was very informative.

Receptionist Amy was very efficient and fresh endless - good advert for first impressions.

The room had broken items including curtains, and there was not even a plate in the room.

At breakfast only cooked/prepared dishes are served.

Its menu wasn't very varied, and had a strange set up of 'small share plates' and 'large share plates' - I'm not sure they understand what sharing means because they were not shareable.

The cutlery and crockery were dirty and the furniture and fittings were old and shabby.

However, the chef was flexible in providing more than the one vegetarian dish on the menu so that I didn't have to eat the same meal 2 nights in a row.

When it arrived, I was shocked to find that it was actually a cold dish.

Quality Hotel Oceans Tutukaka

room ceiling

utensil

Heat pump was on when we arrived which meant the room was not cold.

We happened to arrive on a cold night, and my one comment is that the bathroom was quite cold and I couldn't see a heater.

but was still a bit too cold for us accustomed to Queensland temperatures.

It was a bit cold for the pool in August,

The grounds of the B&B are superbly kept with a substantial sized pool (we were there in october so it was too cold to go swimming).

They were very knowledgeable about the local area and sent us off to a magical day trip to Tutukaka and to a few quiet swimming spots, not that we went swimming (too cold).

The property was very environmentally friendly too!

Oh, and BTW Andy, the host, besides being friendly (and having good musical taste) is a really good cook.

Delicious breakfast and very friendly host made a great entry to New Zealand.

Andy, our host, was friendly and helpful in suggesting adventures.

Friendly greeting on arrival by one of the owners Andy.

Andy and Karen, were friendly and helpful.

Andy and Karen are very friendly and you feel relaxed and welcome straight away.

The owner was welcoming and we took a walk around the land with his friendly sheep-dog before dinner.

The owners were very friendly and helpful.

The restoration on the old house is brilliant, breakfast was excellent (orange coloured egg yolks), Dexter the border collie, Peanuts the cat, the fat happy chickens clucking about the grounds, one big friendly goat, the giant vine of evening jasmine, the whole place was beautifully bucolic.

Very friendly,knowledgeable and accomodating.

And the lodge itself is situated on a beautiful piece of land, with friendly cows, and a bountiful fruit orchard.

The hosts Andy and Karen were most helpful and friendly.

Pool enjoyed by all guests and very friendly and amazing and better accommodations than what you would expect!

The host was very friendly and eager to help with dinner suggestions and travel directions.

Our host Andy was friendly, helpful and laid back, making us feel at home.

The scenery was beautiful, we had a wander round the farm-like property, even petted some friendly calves.

This lovely villa had it all - plenty of parking, friendly sheep that enjoy pats, welcoming staff who potter around, and stunning large rooms, surrounded by old English gardens.

An idyllic setting beautifully appointed coupled with relaxed friendly and attentive service from our host Andy makes this an absolute highlight of our NZ holiday.

Only one warning-really slow down when you think you are nearing the driveway as it will come right up and is narrow. Take note of the sign, it is a white oval (?)

Andy was very helpful to us, with good recommendations with routes, the area, and things to see.

Andy, chef and owner, will whip you up a fabulous breakfast and or dinner, my suggestion being the Thai green curry.

I appreciated your quick responses from my first enquiry, and all was as you promised.

When we told our kindly host, Andrew Raven, about our dilemma over breakfast, he could not have been more helpful.

Andy was an excellent and helpful host and breakfast was a real treat with all dietary requirements catered for.

Great attention to detail and Andy's so helpful with recommendations of things to do and places to visit

Stayed after crashing a bike while in nz leading to a weeks rest - Andy was extremely helpful.

The grounds are gorgeous, the owner lovely and the breakfast delicious!

This is the old villa that was the first headmaster of whangarei house ,relocated and set among the most relaxing and lovely layout grounds,it was really relaxed atmosphere welcome was great ,rooms just couldn't be faulted,the cooked breakfast was absolutly superb,I thing the owner must of been a chef from another life ,thanks lupton house for a lovely stay

Andy was a gracious host, and has exceptional knowledge of the area, so be sure to get his advice on outings.

Andy was so accomodating, he cooked chicken curry with cauliflower rice especially for us as we couldn’t eat rice, so grateful and impressed.

We arrived around 7pm and were welcomed by Andy.

Service was attentive without being intrusive.

We arrived in the early afternoon and were welcomed into a spacious suite looking out into the fields and orchards behind the lodge.

Andy and Karen welcomed us warmly to their lovely historic property.

Lupton Lodge

cold

slow

Free breakfast

The only thing I could say is that the cabins do get a bit stuffy

They were extremely dirty, the showers flooded the bathroom and one of the men’s change water heater was broken.

Please tell people if there are no fan's or no hire of this service it makes a big difference to your customers.

Whatever we found a space heater under the sink and blasted it all night and used the sheets from our camper van.

The heater is on a 30-minute timer, so I got cold in the middle of the night (and certainly by morning).

As opposed to most places which is 10-15 dollars to sleep in your car or 50-55 dollars for a basic unit with shared facilities.

Butch and Colleen are fantastic, friendly and more than accommodating.

The accommodating and friendly managers, Colleen and Butch together with their staff enhance the overall atmosphere.

The staff were incredibly friendly and accommodating, making us feel welcome throughout our visit.

The weather was pretty bad while we here and our dive trip got cancelled, the cabin was clean, tidy and comfortable, staff were friendly and welcoming.

The managers were so helpful, friendly and made our stay even better!

Butch, the host, was friendly and welcoming (unlike our experience at the Blue Heron, Tamaterau, Whangarei where the host was so rude we left without booking in).

The managers are really friendly and helpful and make you feel very welcome!

Caretakers were friendly and helpful,will stay again when up this way.

Was greeted by Colleen and Butch, very friendly and helpful.

Lady running the place was very friendly and welcoming.

Super friendly and facilities at the park were great.

They were friendly, welcoming and very accommodating.

was so friendly and lovely it was like she knew me.

And friendly welcome and efficient service from the staff.

It was a quiet relaxed and friendly site that we really loved.

We found Colleen and Butch the Managers friendly people that go above and beyond.

Staff friendly, rooms clean, great facilities.

The camp ground owner was very friendly and helpful, even lights the fire in the general lounge and has happy hour!

Staff were really friendly and helpful, 2 bedroom cabin was clean and tidy and perfect for our week long stay.

Rude staff with poor communication skills.they kicked us out at 7am after first night for Abit off laughing and having fun.then wouldn't refund me for the second night idid not stay x2 people .what a rip off place to stay

She was very rude about it when she told me which I think she could of handled way better she said I can fix up the extra payment whenever.

Very rude and don't care about regular customers im in shock i will be using another place from now on.

Horrible, rude man; I have since seen other reviews saying similar things so clearly he treats other guests in this way and thinks it's ok. As for the site itself, it looked ok with a few basic facilities,

I found the staff to be extremely rude, especially the manager.

Thank you for helping make our holiday less stressful guys, we are very grateful.

Colleen and Butch are the greatest, most kind people you’ll meet!

Staff really kind thoughtful and helpful.

Amazing management, Colleen was very freindly and helpful which was very much appreciated.

but thought we did well to manage the noise to be respectful of the two other campers around us but it wasn’t good enough for them and we were told to pack up and leave.

Relief Manager had a lovely beaming smile and was very helpful.

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