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Barclay Motel

280 Ulster Street, Hamilton, New Zealand
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Barclay Motel
Ranked #12 of 59 hotels in Hamilton
4.5 of 5 stars 14 Reviews
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Gore
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3 reviews 3 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 March 2012

10 Southlanders arrived very late into Hamilton. Margaret & Neil accomodated us at very short notice & without any hassle. There hospitality exceeded exspectations if ur ever in Gore look us up guys. We are the SBW crew. lol. PS, Our booked accomodation fell through.!!! More

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Margaret Brimblecombe, Owner at Barclay Motel, responded to this review
10 March 2012

Thanks for these comments folks. We to were pleased we could help all of you at that late hour. Your were a great group of people & a pleasure to have with us. Look forward to seeing you all again some time. Neil & Margaret. More

Singleton, Australia
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 January 2012

lovely unit,was sparkling clean people at reception were so LOVELY,would recommend anyone to stay here was cheap in my eyes 4 star plus such a great deal comfortable bed great surroundings with a pool and swing set and trampoline outside i wouldn't go anywhere else!!!! More

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Margaret Brimblecombe, Owner at Barclay Motel, responded to this review
10 March 2012

Thank you for these comments. Setting a high standard is one thing, maintiaining that standard for almost 22 years is another so comments like this are appreciated. Thank you. More

2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 January 2012
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Beautiful 2 bdrm apt with full kitchen and garden patio makes me wish we would be around long enough to enjoy them. But it was gracious welcome at midnight when all else was closed or full that really made us so grateful. More

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Margaret Brimblecombe, Manager at Barclay Motel, responded to this review
10 March 2012

Thanks for these comments. We have a policy that if we are awake then the office stays open. Pleased we could help you. More

Melbourne, Australia
Top Contributor
56 reviews 56 reviews
Reviews in 34 cities Reviews in 34 cities
27 helpful votes 27 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 November 2011

We had no intention of staying in Hamilton but an unexpected event found us in need of accomodation. Someone recommended the Barclay and at 9pm we knocked on the door at reception... we're glad we did. This is a good quality property with large, modern, tidy rooms. The furnishings are contemporary and the place is very clean. A large glassed... More

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Margaret Brimblecombe, Owner at Barclay Motel, responded to this review
10 March 2012

Than you for these comments & thanks for choosing to stay with us. More

Wellington, New Zealand
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 November 2011
1
person found this review helpful

Our Family of 4 spent 3x nights at Barclay, I was very impressed, Clean & tidy, Lovely Host.It exceeded out expectations and had everything we wanted plus more, kids loved the play area with spa & pool which kept them entertained for hours. Due to having family in Hamilton we normally stay at a campsite cabin, but for $15 more... More

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Margaret Brimblecombe, Owner at Barclay Motel, responded to this review
10 March 2012

Thank you for these comments. Our aim is to please so it is pleasing to see our staff get these comments while we are away. Will pass on your comments. Thank you. More

South Wales
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18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 October 2011

Three of us stayed here for three nights during the Rugby World Cup. Motel room was clean and the staff were very welcoming. It's very convenient for the stadium, which less than a five minute walk across the road. There are also a number of bars and shops within easy, flat walking distance. Unfortunately, the weather was not very kind... More

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Margaret Brimblecombe, Owner at Barclay Motel, responded to this review
10 March 2012

Thanks for these comments. It was a wonderful experience having all different nationalities here for the 6 week period of the RWC. Thanks for choosing to stay with us. More

Auckland, New Zealand
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 July 2011
1
person found this review helpful

The motel room I booked was adequate and very clean, nothing flashy but everything needed was there. The hosts are really lovely people who know how to make you feel welcome and the service was fantastic. This is really what makes them stand out and my reason for a very good rating. Located close to the city centre, 5 minute... More

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Margaret Brimblecombe, Owner at Barclay Motel, responded to this review
10 March 2012

Thanks for these comments. Heat pumps/Air conditioning units installed in all rooms Dec 2011. More

Calgary, Alberta
Senior Contributor
25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 July 2011

This is a hotel that we chose on a whim. It was getting late and we had not really researched hotels in Hamilton so we just picked one on our way through town. I can't say that I was very impressed. This hotel is old and tired and in need of some upgrades. The rooms have a musty smell and... More

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Margaret Brimblecombe, Owner at Barclay Motel, responded to this review
10 March 2012

Thanks for these comments. Note taken & final part of the upgrade completed end of 2011. More

Taupo, New Zealand
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 July 2011
1
person found this review helpful

Recently I spent 15 nights with Neil and Margaret while my husband was in Waikato Hospital awaiting and during heart surgery. Each night the lights and heater were switched on so it was nice and warm when I arrived back alone to the motel. I couldn't speak highly enough of the staff and owner. Thank you so much. Will be... More

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Margaret Brimblecombe, Owner at Barclay Motel, responded to this review
10 March 2012

Thanks for these comments. It was a pleasure having you. Hope all is well with you both. More

Christchurch
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2011

I stayed for 37 nights at the motel and was made welcome from the very start. The manager very kindly gave us a swimming card to allow us access to the local swimming pool and gym and no charge to ourselves. The cleaning staff were faultless. they knew their jobs well and we always had clean towels each day and... More

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Margaret Brimblecombe, Owner at Barclay Motel, responded to this review
10 March 2012

Thanks for your comments folks. Looking after our guests is more pleasure than work for us. We simply put ourselves in your situation and go from there. The bike had a good workout, cant say it has had the same since. More

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