After searching and searching for places to stay in Taupo we lucked out and chose Kinara! My husband and I are sure glad we did. Heather and Graeme made our short time together a very memorable one. They went out of their way to accommodate us and make arrangements for the hike we almost didn't get to do! Their home... More

This was not our first, nor will it be our last stay at Kinara. Heather and Graeme share their lovely home and garden with guests, making you feel very comfortable and pampering to all your needs. Breakfast is a feast and the rooms are very comfortable, with quality beds with quality linen making all the difference to a good nights... More

A friend and I stayed at Kinara Country Homestay for three nights and thoroughly enjoyed every minute of our short stay. Right from the start Heather and Graeme were very welcoming. Their friendliness and willingness to make our stay comfortable was overwhelming. Their home is spacious and inquisitively decorated (the kitchen is to die for!!). They are knowledgeable about the... More

My husband and I stayed at Kinara for 2 nights over the long weekend. It is a very quiet and peaceful place surrounded by beautiful country scenery. Our hosts Heather and Graeme were extremely friendly and made us feel very much at home. We were greeted with cake, biscuits, and tea upon arrival. We had our 7 month old baby... More

Heather & Graeme are great hosts, they treat you like one of the family. From the time I booked Heather would give me great suggestions about things we could do on our journey down and also when we left, to make the most of our time in NZ. For this alone we were very grateful, but it just showed how... More

We stayed at this beautiful Bed & Breakfast accommodation during our recent visit to New Zealand. The accommodation was superb -a lovely comfortable room overlooking a large & well tended garden & the breakfasts were of typical delicious Kiwi standard. Our hosts, Heather & Graeme couldn't do enough for us & when we returned, unexpectedly, for another night's stay it... More

Heather and Graham are delightful hosts, very warm and hospitable and we were made to feel like old friends rather than B & B guests We found their local knowledge and tips very useful. .Kinara is a lovely house with very good facilities and set in a beautiful garden situated about 15 minutes drive from the centre of Taupo. Breakfasts... More

Thoroughly recommend a stay at this beautifully situated home. Everything was perfect from the wonderful warm welcome from Heather to the very high standard of hospitality and friendliness. The rooms are of an equally high standard, with everything in this stunning home spotless with great attention to detail. Stunning views from every window and the garden is truly beautiful. Heather... More

Really recommend this home from home. Hosts are very friendly and will do anything for you. They have all the local knowledge you will need to enjoy your stay at Taupo. The rooms are very clean and comfy and the food is excellent.