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Reviews of Penny's Drop Inn

996 Luggate-Cromwell Road 996, 9383 Cromwell, New Zealand

#10 of 15 hotels in Cromwell

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 155 hotel reviews

8.8

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.4

  • Comfort

    9.2

  • Location

    8.2

  • Facilities

    9.2

  • Staff

    9.5

  • Value for money

    8.9

  • Free Wifi

    9.5

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  • Reviewed: July 7, 2025

    10
    A great welcome. Watched a movie with someone else.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Location was good. Not a long drive to my bike ride company.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: May 24, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Male Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I stayed here for a couple of weeks while I was working in cromwell, lovely little quiet inn on a beautiful property. Hospitality was great. Comfortable and clean. Indoor fire place is a great touch and some cute dogs running around made it feel homely. Tip- it is cheaper to book directly through them !

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: May 10, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I didn't like having the shower/ bathroom as shared male & female!

    Very comfortable bed. Great kitchen. Friendly staff.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 28, 2025

    10
    Quite, relaxing, clean and tidy :)
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It was quiet and had beautiful view of the surrounding landscape.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 27, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The location.

    A little bit expensive and far away from the town centre but the staff was so nice and the accomodation comfortable and clean.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 25, 2025

    10
    Lovely place to be
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Superior Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Had to walk across the lobby for a shower

    Penny was a very welcoming , pleasant lady. The property was clean and spacious. The scenic view from the outside is great.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 24, 2025

    10
    Great
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    No

    The facilities are great, including a large kitchen that’s well-equipped with cookware, shower room and toilet are cleaned, the room is comfortable

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 22, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Bunk Bed in Male Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Caretaker was very kind. She accommodated all of us.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: March 27, 2025

    10
    Comfortable and Safe
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Male Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Although aimed at budget travelers the inn is furnished to a high standard with a spacious and well-equipped kitchen. The provision of bathrooms is adequate for the number of guests and they are clean. As important, the fire safety provision is the best I've seen in the country.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 14, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Male Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Quiet and tidy with new facilities. Hosts were helpful and friendly. Would definitely stay again.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 12, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Bunk Bed in Male Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Host was lovely and facilities were amazing couldn’t recommend more highly

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 10, 2025

    10
    For a shared dorm room- I had the best of kitchen dining .... etc..highly recommend.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing really.

    Large big open kitchen gathering area. everything brand new and clean. tons of kitchen utensils. large kitchen area. Showers toilets brand new and clean. Owners excellent. For th price I paid, I expected alot less.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 4, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Male Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Location out of town so having own transport best

    Staff super helpful. Great facilities, very affordable

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: February 23, 2025

    10
    Amazing place to start you mr lake dunstan bike trail from and to explore the vineyards and cromwell!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Beautiful location just outside cronwell. Stunning kitchen with all you need to cook what you like! Clean and spacious. Very friendly staff!

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: August 16, 2024

    10
    Peaceful, easy and I felt very safe as a solo female traveller
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Had to walk through the common area to get to the bathroom (I haven’t stayed in many backpackers so unsure if this is normal)

    Flexible and friendly owners. Kiwi feel and stunning views. Very clean and tidy also very new

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: August 14, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Male Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The shower room heater automatically turns off after some time, and it's really inconvenient that I have to turn it on again, especially since the button is outside.

    The view is stunning and the kitchen is very spacious.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: June 16, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Hooks in the bedroom and bathrooms would have been good additions. To hang clothes and coats, etc..

    Des and Lynlea are great hosts, coming in to check on me from time to time, making sure everything was adequately provided for. Yet giving me space i needed. Their 3 pups definitely added to the overall experience. Checking in, Des took me around the house to familiarize and turned on the radio just so things werent so quiet. Made sure i was aware that i could use his appliances and devices.. Strong wifi.. Kept the fireplace going at night so that the house is always warm since i was up at night, aurora hunting and star gazing. (The location is awesome for it!!) Its their attention to small details that really warms the heart. Furthermore, u can look out into wide skies with minimal light pollution.. Parking is just out front, very convenient. Kitchen is well equipped. Like other hostels and backpackers, u clean up after yourself which is great! Bathrooms and toilets are separated. Very clean and minimal (bring ur own bathing supplies).. As a solo traveller, i chose to stay in a 8 bedder.. there wasnt many guests sharing during my stay so i practically had the whole room to myself. There are cubicles to put away your things.. the bed is comfortable and duvet thick enough. The drawstring curtain blocks out light which is awesome. The charging points are just beside the bed, very convenient. Definitely recommending Penny's for ur stay! Its very clean, well maintained and very reasonably priced compared to other accomodations around the area. A very understated place near cromwell/wanaka. Will return!

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: April 28, 2024

    10
    Highly Recommend Penny's Drop Inn
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    N/A

    Knowledgeable & friendly staff. Clean and abundant facilities. Great Location. Strong WiFi. Onsite Parking

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 26, 2024

    8.0
    A nicely quiet stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Penny was a very friendry owner. It was a tidy & cozy accommodation.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 12, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Male Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Great space, lovely owners. Had a really good stay. Recommended to friends

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: April 3, 2024

    10
    Awesome place to stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    All was great

    Exceptional place. Very clean. Well set up. A great host. I shall recommend to others. +++++

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 2, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Great location, friendly hosts, modern and clean facilities

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 2, 2024

    8.0
    Convenient spot for the night.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Male Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Automatic light coming on at night

    Good location

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 2, 2024

    10
    I was pleased staying here and would consider staying here again if i required accommodation.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Male Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The design of the accommodation, the toilets and bathroom should be connected by a hall way without having to traverse via the kitchen. A sign should be put up stating you will need to push the button after ten minutes in the shower if you want further time in the shower.

    The facilities were very good in the kitchen. The bathroom and toilets were modern and well maintained. The lounge area catered well for guests with a large comfortable couch, large television plus game activities such as cards supplied. The whole place was well presented.

    Stayed in April 2024

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