Independent in Lyford from NZ$70

"Not often do I find accommodation where it is even better than it looks in the photos on websites - Settlers Boutique Motel has been beautifully renovated with a lovely look and feel. I got a warm welcome and shown to the cosy warm room thanks to the heat pump being already on, which was a nice touch. The room had been tastefully updated with lovely modern furniture, very nice bed linen and fantastic wallpaper! The room was beautifully presented with lots of attention to detail that was appreciated. Navjeet the house keeper left a lovely note and I really appreciated her great attention to detail and beautiful presentation of the room. The owners were lovely to talk with and clearly have a passion for tourism which is very hard to find these days. Highly recommended and I look forward to visiting often on my work travels to the area."

"Loved the location which was outside of the town. Super clean and beautiful layout. Very homely with gas fire in the lounge. Host was lovely - overall would highly recommend and would stay again."

"Drinks by the fire very relaxing, pleasant staff. Bed extremely comforable."

"Beautiful surroundings with amazing views"

"A nice compact place, quite, and with a view"

"A thoroughly wonderful spot - clean, modern, spacious, comfortable, peaceful, very well appointed inside and out. All communication is very prompt, helpful, thoughtful and clear. It's clear that a great deal of thought and consideration has gone into every aspect of hosting at Totara Lodge. My only regret is that we could only book for 2 nights! Thank you very much :)"

"Great stay. Room as advertised, clean and well equipped. "

"Great stay, loved the fire, really nice and warm. Thanks "

"We enjoyed our 2 nights here, the property manager allowed us to stay for a longer checkout which was greatly appreciated."