I kind of can't say how much I like Smylies. Colin and Keiko are lovely, Springfield is a great little town with all the services you really need, and the place is cosy, homey, lived-in and feels like your aunty's house in the country rather than a hostel. The bunk rooms are small and cosy, with decent beds and mattresses,... More

I stayed here for one night. I had asked for a private room and was given a dorm bed with the promise that nobody else would stay in there (promise was kept). The room was a bit worn but clean, and beds were made. It was a bit cold there though and given the size of the room it took... More

We stayed one night at Smylies on our way to the mountains. Our hosts were very welcoming, so much so that we ate dinner with them at night, and then breakfast the following morning. The studio room was a good size, and all the facilities were great. The price is also very reasonable. Would definitely recommend. More

WOW!!! Stayed here for our first night in South Island. What a brilliant beginning to a fantastic holiday. This place is great. We had the Studio Unit, kingsize bed, complete kitchen, leather lounge chairs, tv, breakfast area, full kitchen, brand new shower area, it was just fantastic. Spotlessly clean, & very comfortable. Would recommend to anyone wanting accommodation in this... More