A delightful motel, with friendly, helpful hosts. We stayed in the highest room, with great views over the bay, and a large balcony to sit out and enjoy the sights. Good location just behind the main street, comfortable bed, huge bathroom - what more could you need? More

The hosts were lovely! They even carried our bags up a couple of flights of stairs to the unit, and offered to bring them down in the morning. The 2 bedroom unit had views from all rooms - kitchen, lounge and 2 bedrooms it was well positioned. I booked this unit on the internet cheap and it meet my expectations.... More

We stayed in the penthouse studio which has a lovely covered deck facing out to the sea. Although you have to walk up a few steps, the view is worth it. The kitchen is minimally equipped and as there is no kitchen sink, dishes must be done in the bathroom. However it is just a short walk to a large... More

We enjoyed our recent 4 nights in a 2 bedroom unit. The unit was very spacious and looked like it has been recently renovated. The kitchen is well equipped with utensils though the fridge freezer was very small and there is only a 2 burner hotplate but is adequate with the electric fry pan and microwave. In our 2 week... More

I can only comment on our "unit" which was in an old house behind the (apparently newer) units in front of it. The house has been converted into 3 "units" - we were in a 2-bedroom unit below the two others. There is absoluelty no sound proofing in the house so even the slightest noise can be heard. We had... More

We stayed in a room that had such amazing views over the Bay, it was so nice to wake up to. Owners/reception staff were so, so friendly and helpful. They recommended the best fish and chip shop I think I ever been to in Mangonui!! A excellent base for exploring Northland, also Waitangi is close (where the Crown signed a... More

Stayed here a few years back. The owners are ridiculously friendly. We stayed at the Kingsgate the night before & fled to this place. They are really good people. Stay there. More