We had a great time at Moana Lodge. John was very helpful. Unfortunately couldn't meet Helen who was out of town but did meet their cat Minu who used to be perpetually perched on the sofa thereby making a lovely sight! Moana is well located and our sea view room was awesome. It's a very quaint place, nice and clean.... more

When I originally booked over the phone, I found the staff very helpful, and from day one they made me feel at home. I had just emigrated to NZ from England, and it was great to find somewhere with friendly, helpful staff who knew so much about the area, what there was to do, and how to go about it.... more

I can not talk more highly about this place. The hostel is right next to the beach. Rooms are clean and the owners are incredibly passionate not only about the hostel, but also about New Zealand. They helped us to plan our trip around New Zealand giving us hints and tips that you would have found very difficult to match... more

The service I recieved in booking this place was great. But I do have to say that I'm not sure the experience on being there actually lived up to this! Positives - nice place and clean - as far as hostels go, this is a nice one and homely. - it is nice to be just in the water too.... more

Just like coming back to visit friends. Just what a backpackers lodge in NZ should be like. Beds were very good. Furniture and kitchen all nice and convenient. Somehow we always seem to meet great folks there and the owners are always welcoming. We stays 3 nights in 2 rooms on 2 separate times in March. We enjoyed taking the... more

What a glorious place to stay! It is as stunning as the website looks. Yes, its a little out of town but that's the reason we stayed there! On the waterfront, waves lapping at the shore 5 metres from the lodge, beautiful sunsets and were were there in winter! It is a beautifully set out place with rooms on the... more

This place seemed exceptional value for money to us as it is in a beautiful area, just out of the city and best of all it is right on the seafront. The facilities were outstanding and at night lying in bed just metres from the sea, we listened to the sound of the waves lapping. Best of all there is... more

Ein superfreundliches Team, gemütlicher Aufenthaltsraum, große Küche mit riesigem Kühlschrank für die persönlichen Lebensmittel. Aber das tollste ist das Zimmer... more