Reviews of Quiet Boutique Generous Breakfast
5 Spilman Place, 4412 Palmerston North, New Zealand
#4 of 10 B&Bs and Inns in Palmerston North
Guests' ChoiceReview score
Based on 196 hotel reviews
9.1Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
9.7
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Comfort
9.5
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Location
9.2
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Facilities
9.3
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Staff
9.7
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Value for money
9.4
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Free WiFi
7.4
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Reviewed: 30 August 2025
Gl
New Zealand8 reviews10“Delivered on what it said it would”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
There was nothing we didnt like
Really nice people. The room was a good size and the breakfast choice was very good.
Stayed in August 2025
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Reviewed: 28 July 2025
Sylvia
New Zealand26 reviews8.0“Relaxing”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Not anything they can control - it was very chilly. They did have heaters and electric blankets.
Homemade muesli and baking
Stayed in June 2025
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Reviewed: 26 June 2025
Anita
New Zealand36 reviews4 helpful votes10“Quiet, very comfortable home away from home. And the perfect host.”- • Business trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
The place is lovely. Everything is laid on for you and as a single traveler for work, I appreciated the kindness shown… the heater was on before I got there so the room was warm. And the lovely breakfast things and drink and milk in the fridge. I will be returning.
Stayed in June 2025
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Reviewed: 8 June 2025
Trichka
New Zealand4 reviews10“Our stay was absolutely perfect - relaxing, comfortable, and exceeded all expectations.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
N/A
We had an excellent stay! Everything was clean, comfortable, and exactly as described. The hosts were welcoming and communication was easy. Would highly recommend and definitely stay again!
Stayed in June 2025
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Reviewed: 6 June 2025
Penny
New Zealand2 reviews9.0“A warm welcome and home-made food and soaps.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Cosy and comfortable. Secure and easy access for parking.
Stayed in May 2025
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Reviewed: 29 May 2025
Helga
Canada5 reviews10“We would happily stay again!”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
A charming self contained unit with all the amenities for a very comfortable stay in a quiet residential neighbourhood. The owners Jenny and Doug are lovely, welcoming hosts and we had great communication with them before and during our stay. Breakfast offerings were plentiful and delicious. We also loved meeting their 2 very cute pups!
Stayed in May 2025
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Reviewed: 6 May 2025
Peter
Australia40 reviews2 helpful votes8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Caring host
Stayed in May 2025
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Reviewed: 29 April 2025
Jack
New Zealand14 reviews9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing
Breakfast, comfortable bed
Stayed in April 2025
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Reviewed: 25 April 2025
David
New Zealand61 reviews9.0“Wonderful spot”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Great facilities, very comfortable, friendly hosts, peaceful and private. We really appreciated all the extra touches such as fejoas, homemade biscuits, jams and muesli.
Stayed in April 2025
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Reviewed: 11 April 2025
Julie
New Zealand1 review9.0“Wonderful!”- • Business trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Doug and Jenny were wonderful hosts. So helpful and friendly. The breakfast was generous and delicious. The room was clean and well stocked. Would highly recommend this accommodation.
Stayed in April 2025
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Reviewed: 14 March 2025
Janet
New Zealand14 reviews10“A great place to stay when in Palmerston North.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
Nothing.
Very nice, friendly, helpful hosts. Lovely unit. Everything you could want. Great location for us.
Stayed in March 2025
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Reviewed: 27 February 2025
Paul
United Kingdom14 reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Host were friendly and waiting for us when we arrived. Accommodation was clean and comfortable.
Stayed in February 2025
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Reviewed: 17 February 2025
Katem
New Zealand39 reviews4 helpful votes10“What a wonderful stay! Highly recommend!”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Nothing
We had a lovely stay at Jenny and Doug's place. They were so kind, helpful and welcoming. The room was well appointed with the most lovely homemade muesli (among other things) provided for breakfast. It was marvellous to be able to park off the street and keep our car safe up the driveway. We found the bed really comfortable and thought that the linen was great. Jenny and Doug have thought of everything to make their wee space very accommodating. The location suited us perfectly and we will hope to book again. Thanks so much.
Stayed in February 2025
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Reviewed: 10 February 2025
Sarah
New Zealand14 reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
N/A
Location hosts were very welcoming. Price and the extras they did for you. Like understanding what time I would be back in the evenings. Like leaving the gate open and turning lights on.
Stayed in February 2025
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Reviewed: 7 February 2025
Philip
New Zealand67 reviews1 helpful vote9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
very friendly host, homemade cookies and generous breakfast. Excellent dinner place tip.
Stayed in February 2025
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Reviewed: 19 January 2025
Gerry
New Zealand19 reviews9.0“If you need a quiet break, then this has it all!”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
Nil
peacefulness of the location, the hostess were very accommodating and the room had everything you needed for a short break.
Stayed in January 2025
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Reviewed: 16 January 2025
Catherine
United Kingdom3 reviews10“Perfect stay”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing!
Our hosts were so helpful, welcoming and made our short stay perfect. They recommended places to eat, phoned ahead to a pharmacy for us and even gave our car windows a clean!
Stayed in January 2025
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Reviewed: 10 January 2025
Peter
Australia42 reviews3 helpful votes10“At home in.Palmy”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing
Lovely friendly couple keen to make our stay pleasurable Continental breakfast includes home made Marmalade and Jam and mueslj which were delicious. Cookies were also great. New towels every day ,we stayed 4 nights and would stay again. My wife is fastidious and found it very clean and cosy.
Stayed in January 2025
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Reviewed: 19 December 2024
Tim
United States13 reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
host Doug was exceptional, offered to rinse the debris from the nights rain and wind off my car before I departed. well appointed lodging, very comfortable.
Stayed in December 2024
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Reviewed: 17 December 2024
Robert
United States40 reviews5 helpful votes10“Excellent experience!”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing. It was great!
Wonderful amenities, very private, excellent host!
Stayed in December 2024
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Reviewed: 9 December 2024
Marek
Estonia47 reviews10“Very cozy place”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
Very lovely place. Jenny and Doug were like grannys - you feel so welcome every time. We were able to enjoy fresh grapefruits from our garden, breakfast was excellent.
Stayed in December 2024
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Reviewed: 5 December 2024
Beth
New Zealand3 reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Nil
Exceptional Location. Owners were very helpful + pleasant. Thank you very much.
Stayed in December 2024
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Reviewed: 25 November 2024
Jane
New Zealand47 reviews2 helpful votes10“Delightful! Wonderful and well equipped accommodation with friendly hosts and delicious breakfast.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
This is the second time we have stayed here - loved it the first time and just as good the second time. It is the perfect overnight accommodation for our stays in Palmerston North. friendly owners, very comfortable accommodation with lovely decor, lovely garden setting and delicious and generous breakfast - biscuits were a bonus too. Very generous provisions. Quiet area and easy to book-in and check-out. Highly recommended.
Stayed in November 2024
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Reviewed: 10 November 2024
Lorraine
New Zealand3 reviews10“Very pleasant.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
It could be a little too far out of town if you didn’t have transport, but I didn’t explore that option as I had a car.
The B & B was set in a beautiful private garden. The room was very tasteful and thoughtfully set out, comfortable, quiet and the hosts very accommodating.
Stayed in November 2024
