Independent in Onekaka from NZ$204

"Loved staying here, very clean, comfortable and homely. Great location near beach."

"We loved our cabin at The Sandcastle. It was spacious and had a rustic old holiday camp feel about it. If you are expecting pristine modern accommodation, this is not the place for you. The setting is beautiful and only a 5-10 minute walk from one end of Pahora beach. Kitchen had all we needed to cook some meals in, although no oven, it had 2 hot plates and a microwave, toaster and kettle. Bathroom had no shampoo or soap so bring your own. The beds were comfy and towels are provided. On the Saturday evening, Steve the engaging owner got the neat outdoor pizza oven going and you just provide your own toppings, he does the dough and passata. It was a great way to chat to him and other guests for a few hours with some drinks. We felt sad to leave after 2 nights."

"Beautiful scenic beach house, easy access to the beach. Newly built, quite clean, but there were a dozen huge annoying flies buzzing around the living room when we arrived. Also the second bedroom was locked from the inside with no way of unlocking it without a key, which we didn't have. Otherwise, the place was perfect, nicely decorated and designed. The motion sensor lights were a great feature, as well as the huge picture window."

"Our host helped to guide us and our route and our hiking in both national parks and gave us some amazing tips and insights. Lovely eclectic Edwardian property with interesting artwork and sculpture. Wish we had stayed longer"

"tidy nice and cosy place to stay be keen to stay again"

"The room was very clean and nicely kept. Beds were comfortable and had a nice view of a farm and mountains behind us. The manager was welcoming as well. Would definitely stay here again. "

"Great location and the staff were fantastic and very helpful and friendly"

"We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Aloha. As the occupiers are required to clean after their stay I would like to give thanks to those before us for the great job they did and hope that those after us are as happy with our efforts. It is a lovely warm, peaceful, private location that is handy to all walks and adventure, village and town facilities."

"Location to the beautiful beach was great . The accommodation was very private with all that you needed . Views spectacular "