Road Lodge in Essenwood from NZ$83

"The ever splendid Oyster Box. Personal and attentive service in a stunning setting. Uniquely charming. Fabulous service at every turn from the lovely first aiders to the friendly and professional pool staff, to the polite and charming front desk staff . But as ever the icing on this fabulous cake were George and his team and Leon in The Grill. Faultless and friendly service , enthusiastic shared knowledge from a great sommelier and head of house and lovely music from maestro Leon. The monkeys are ever cheekier and Sabenka is sadly missed but the splendour of this lovely hotel endures . And our new favourite breakfast server , Charlie on The Terrace . Already counting the days until we return . Also very lovely to experience sunrise and the regular dolphins swimming by from the sea facing garden cabana . I just need to win the lottery to stay in that amazing Presidential suite ! "

"Travelled with our team of cyclists and had a fabulous time. Great hospitality."

"Lovely, comfortable one night stay. Staff were very friendly and most accomodating. When they noticed my elderly mother with us, we were offered a more suitable room to accomodate her needs. "

"We had an amazing trip The beds are so comfortable and the service is excellent. Really enjoyed the breakfast and there were separate vegetarian/halaal options which was awesome. we were just disappointed to get a 2nd floor apartment which was too low for a sea view, there were no apartments available on higher floors"

"Only stayed one night but a lovely hotel. Good food in the restaurant. Will stay here again "

"Spacious room, secure and very clean "

"Had a lovely stay here for 5 days definitely will go back again "

"My 2 nights were great, my family enjoyed a lot. Just breakfast on Saturday was times but it was great in all"

"I found the hotel very good, however the surrounding streets and public areas not impressive, especially at night, quite dirty and I felt unsafe."