698 Thames Coast Road, 3575 Tapu, New Zealand
#3 of 9 hotels in Tapu
Guests' ChoiceBased on 86 hotel reviews
8.9Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.4
Location
9.4
Facilities
9.2
Staff
9.3
Value for money
9.0
Free Wifi
10.0
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End of dialog contentReviewed: April 25, 2025
Tonya
New ZealandShouldn’t need it on holiday but the boys would have liked sky to watch sports
Great location with a view, walking distance to diary & pub
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: April 12, 2025
Jo
New ZealandAccess to property was a little difficult for us as we are elderly and there are no handrails on the steps, but appreciate that more agile people would have no problem.
Outside seating was comfortable and practical. Deck and view was really good, and beautifully sunny most of day. Set in attractive garden. Lots of bird, water and beach activity to watch. Direct access to deck from living room, which was spacious. Drive to Thames fairly quick although a little twisty.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: March 12, 2025
Robert
New ZealandViews from bedroom and lounge windows. Owners extremely prompt response to my questions.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: February 9, 2025
Susan
New ZealandThere wasn't anything I didn't like but more about a couple of things that would be handy. If I bought my elderly parents here some sort of handrail would be handy on the side steps to the house And maybe a hose or tap out the back and something for filleting fish
The view and location were excellent.place was clean and tidy beds were comfortable had everything we needed.owners live next door but were not intrusive they have awesome neighbour's on the other side too... Would definitely recommend and I'm sure this won't be our last visit here Sue n jeff
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: January 30, 2025
Paul
United KingdomLove the property
Second visit to the property and the experience felt like coming home. Such a welcoming property, conveniently located for my brother’s in Tapu and just a short stroll from the Royal Oak Hotel.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: January 27, 2025
Dickie
New ZealandMore tea and coffee supplies
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: January 23, 2025
Cynthia
CanadaEverything was a bit dated but still comfortable. Dishes were all gathered together in an odd spot in a cupboard off to the side of the kitchen rather than in the kitchen cupboards. It was not an issue, just odd. Took a while to locate them. Would only say that the bed was not all that comfortable. The mattress could probably be updated soon. (We had the queen bed)
We enjoyed our time here, and we especially enjoyed the beautiful view and watching the sunsets on the deck in the evenings. HUGE LIBRARY - lots of books and magazines to choose from and games to play.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: December 28, 2024
Betty
New ZealandOutside umbrella was rotten and hard to reach and steps were very steep a couple of pointers are you need to supply a hand broom and shovel hard to clean kitchen floor
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: December 23, 2024
Eddie
New ZealandA challeng to back boat into drive.
Great location, sunny afternoon deck and stunning views. A
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: December 11, 2024
Paul
United KingdomTongue in cheek, the fact it is not available for us over Xmas eve to Boxing Day!😀 Proximity to the only road in Tapu does mean there is some road noise.
Beautiful period property with an exceptional view of the Firth of Thames. The house had all the facilities you could wish for, including air con. An easy walk to the local pub, which serves excellent food.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: December 8, 2024
Robert
New ZealandHaving light and heater combined in the bathroom was a tad hot on my 6ft4in husband’s head.
Location just across road from the beach was great. However need to be aware that it is quite a busy road. I really liked finding a blanket in the bedroom cupboard as we find duvet to hot! Having a comfortable sofa and aircon in the lounge was a bonus. Excellent parking space
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: November 12, 2024
Bridget
New ZealandNothing really to mention about the bach itself, however it should be noted that the location has passing traffic that is quite noisy. Despite this we did not find the traffic noise too disturbing at night.
Comfortable and well appointed bach, perfect for our visit to Thames. The bach was ideal for our family. Situated along the coast road, it has a beautiful view of the Firth of Thames and we enjoyed beautiful sunsets.
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: October 29, 2024
Elena
ChileHouse with excellent sea view, everything comfortable. Ideal for relaxing.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: September 12, 2024
Sunil
New ZealandEverything was good.will go back
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: July 25, 2024
Jude
AustraliaThe oven is a bit old, which was surprising because everything else is modern. One of those small bench top ovens that are so popular in NZ would be a great addition.
This is a large, sunny, very clean house with gorgeous views of the beach, within a 5 minute walk of a grocery store. The beds were super comfortable and the lounge is really large, with plenty of room for a big family - the house has 2 double beds and 3 singles. It has excellent heating too, and a wide deck overlooking the ocean. Located 15-20 mins drive north of Thames. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 21, 2024
Letitia
New ZealandNothing
Everything
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: June 23, 2024
Letitia
New ZealandNothing
Everything
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: April 7, 2024
Laura
New ZealandClean, spacious, lovely view. Communication with owner was fantastic.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: March 18, 2024
Bruce
AustraliaCouldn’t get free to air TV but we could have contacted the host for information.
Very comfortable and spacious. Good beds and great views of the sunset over the water.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 17, 2024
Jess
New ZealandVery clean and comfortable Great location
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 6, 2024
Khrystyna
New ZealandAmazing location, house is old, but very well looked after.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: February 19, 2024
Steen
New ZealandNothing.
Location of the bach was pretty cool with the water right across the road. The bach was so comfortable.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 13, 2024
Chris
New ZealandGreat for adults but children need to be monitored.
Proximity to beach & views, beautiful sunsets. Very tastefully decorated inside and very well equipped. Exceptionally clean with amazing fragrances wafting around. Owners live very close so were able to provide assistance when needed and were very helpful. I especially enjoyed what looks like one of those stressless chairs that Danske Mobler advertise all the time - I want one !!
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 11, 2024
Josephine
New ZealandThere is no separate switch for light and bathroom warm light. In summer days (when we visited), it is unpleasantly hot when using the bathroom.
Beautiful seaview.
Stayed in January 2024
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