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Reviews of DuxHouse BnB

28 Mataroa Road, 4720 Taihape, New Zealand

#3 of 11 hotels in Taihape

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 177 B&B reviews

9.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.9

  • Comfort

    9.8

  • Location

    9.0

  • Facilities

    9.8

  • Staff

    9.9

  • Value for money

    9.5

  • Free WiFi

    9.5

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  • Reviewed: 4 September 2025

    10
    Great
    • Solo traveller
    • Suite with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything

    Wonderful

    Stayed in September 2025

  • Reviewed: 25 July 2025

    9.0
    Lovely spot for visit to area.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Suite with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night

    Friendly hosts and breakfast was excellent. Nice place to stay and would again.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 1 July 2025

    8.0
    Very convenient place to break our trip and a very welcoming host
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night

    Trucks on the main road were a bit noisy during the night

    The host was very positive and made us feel welcome

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 3 June 2025

    10
    We loved it!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night

    A brighter light in the lovely little tv snug so we could read our books there maybe.

    Very warm and comfortable. Most impressive breakfast. Very kind and helpful host.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 1 June 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Absolutely amazing and cozy accommodation. One of the best we experienced in NZ. Pleasant hostess. Stylish interior. Balcony. Breakfast with really delicious bread, eggs and bacon.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 May 2025

    8.0
    VERY PLEASANT, but not for mobility challenged or light sleepers.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Steep stairs to the accommodation and loud trucks passing day and night as on main road.

    Clean comfy great hosts and yummy breakfast.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 6 May 2025

    8.0
    Very comfortable stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The traffic was a bit noisy but was expected as it is along the highway. I didn’t have an issue and slept soundly but my partner found it hard to sleep.

    Very comfortable pit stop on our way to Wellington. The owners were lovely and welcoming and provided great information about the town. My scrambled eggs were excellent.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 28 April 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Jolanda was super helpful and responsive. She left us a card and a small bottle of wine to celebrate our anniversary. She shared a great local app for trail information too. The place was lovely, clean and made us feel like at home away from home. It's quite great to stay one night after my Tongariro hike at this wonderful place before we head down South.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 26 April 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Super friendly host. Very nice, fresh & modern place.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 22 April 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night

    Enthusiastic greeting. Comfortable accommodation with nice little touches.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 18 April 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Very clean. Well appointed for our short stay. Bed very comfy. Lovely host. BnB easy to locate on the main road, but any road noise was minimal being at the back of the hosts home.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 March 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Jolanda greeted us and showed us the room. She gave recommendations for an evening meal and we had a chinese takeaway although there was a pub and other food outlets close by. We had a lovely breakfast cooked by Jolanda in the morning.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 7 March 2025

    10
    Welcoming host and a comfortable nights stop.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Perfect for a one night stop. Comfortable bed, small kitchen , tv and super shower. Really enjoyed the home cooked breakfast too.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 29 January 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There’s a rather steep staircase of 10-12 stairs to the room. It was ok for us but good to know in advance.

    The room is nice, clean and cozy and has everything in it. There’s a nice balcony too where you can relax. The hostess is super nice and friendly and will give you ideas what to do in the area. We had a lovely day there and recommended the place.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 29 January 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night

    Lovely accommodation in Taihape. Jolanda was a brilliant host and gave us all the information we needed about Taihape and where to go for dinner. A bonus was getting breakfast in the morning - bacon & eggs or porridge. Delicious.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 28 January 2025

    9.0
    A wonderful, welcoming and comfortable stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Balcony
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing!

    Duxbnb was a great place to stay for several nights whilst exploring the area. We stayed for 3 nights and could happily stay for longer. The room was extremely welcoming and comfortable and we had everything we could need. It was spotlessly clean and in a good location on the edge of town, only an hours drive from Tongariro or Whanganui. Breakfast was delicious and the hosts very friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. Highly recommended.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 15 January 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night

    I found the pillows were mostly too thick. That is a personal preference.

    The breakfast was yummy and delivered when promised.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 January 2025

    8.0
    Perfect stop for those travelling between Wellington and Auckland who need a nights stopover.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night

    Stairs very steep and tread narrow. Property is located on State highway so be prepared for rumbling trucks throughout the night - if you're a light sleeper bring ear plugs. The breakfast was simple.

    Lovely clean property. Jolanda was delightful.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 4 January 2025

    10
    Fantastic place to stay, if only every where was like duxhouse bnb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing could be better, very happy with everything, can’t fault the place.

    Breakfast was great, very tidy and well presented, the owners really take pride in what they do

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 11 November 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Helpful and friendly hostess. Jolandra told us all what we needed to know .

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 October 2024

    8.0
    Very good accommodation
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night

    Wonderful host responsive and very helpful Great homely space with everything far cosier than a motel/hotel Certainly worth the money

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 October 2024

    10
    Wonderful hosts, lovely cosy private room, exceptionally clean, great breakfast.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    It was peaceful, extremely clean and had everything you needed. Breakfast was fantastic.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 October 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Suite with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Didn't have the time to fully enjoy the accommodation due to work commitments.

    How quickly they responded to my questions and requests. They made me feel supported and made checking in and out so easy with the work commitments I had.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 September 2024

    10
    Comfy & Cozy
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Very clean, warm and comfortable. Well appointed. Cute, comfy tv room area. Very nice host. Lovely breakfast. The homes street number illuminated in the front window is a bonus when arriving after dark. Excellent shower. Would recommend this BnB and will book again in the future

    Stayed in September 2024

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