nothing. all good

The ambiance

Stayed in July 2025

Both excellent the accommodation,the breakfast and location.We love Waiheke when we can get such good prices on the deal.We will b back 2 stay if we come in the off season and the price remains the same.We love coming 2 Waiheke-it is our fifth trip in 2 years!

Stayed in June 2025

Not a suitable destination for anyone with a disability as quite steep walk from parking area to the front door, with steps for the latter bit.

A very eclectic location, nicely set in the bush. Good facilities with a full kitchen for shared use and nice outdoor space to chill. A couple of rather friendly cats that came to visit made our stay that much more enjoyable. Recommend you take some Temptations cat biscuits to cement your new friendship! Shared bathrooms but if you have the large upstairs room you have your own bathroom which is still separate. Water pressure is pretty poor, but I get it because Waiheke has a water supply problem especially in the summer.

Stayed in May 2025

Nothing

Very homely and unique.

Stayed in May 2025

Very cosy and peaceful. Our bedroom was very nice. Amazing bed.

Stayed in April 2025

The walk up the driveway ... and only because it proved I'm not as fit as I thought I was 🫠

Clean, comfortable, and great value. An eclectic space that feels very welcoming.

Stayed in April 2025

No milk for a cup of tea (the milk was off)

Easy to access. Good location as family were close.

Stayed in March 2025

Great location with good access to the bus. Yes you have to walk up a gradual hill from the bus stop to the driveway. The driveway is as bad as folks say it is and taxis will not drive down it. My room was comfortable although the light for the hall was right outside and would shine through the curtain every time the light turned on. Plenty of room in the frig, well stocked kitchen. Comfortable furnishings. Good WiFi. Great bird sounds! Felt the money value was quite good!

Stayed in March 2025

It was a relatively hard place to reach as we were travelling via public transport and it was at the top of a hill, once we go to the top of the hill we had to walk down the gravel driveway (which was steep downhill). Not great if you are an international traveller with 25kg of luggage!

The place was very homely and good value for money, it was clean inside. Very smoochy cats. Is a good spot if you're looking for some relaxing down time.

Stayed in January 2025

This is a charming and quirky guest house. Very comfortable bed in our room and a beautiful yard to enjoy your coffee. Very easy to reach by bus and within easy walking distance to both Ostend and Palm Beach. Would definitely stay again!

Stayed in February 2025

The bed was to hard for me I expect a better quality bed in this price range. The facilities I felt were to small and were shared hostel style, for potentially 6 people I think this would be tight and uncomfortable. I would not want to be stuck inside on a rainy day with up to 6 people there. I think 2x rooms max should be letted out at a time to avoid this. The road and driveway were steep which made it hard with luggage

Very peaceful location, with lovely native bush and extensive bird life. loved the batch feel and character of the place. Enjoyed the deck and garden area.

Stayed in November 2024

Only minor but very thin walls, can hear pretty much every conversation going on haha. Can be difficult to get to without a car but there is a local bus about a 10 minute walk from property, make sure to check running times!

Great budget friendly guesthouse, excellent location. Friendly cats! Wonderful view of trees and all the facilities you would need for your stay.

Stayed in October 2024

Not much to criticize. The only drawback was the steep driveway, which wouldn't have been too bad if we had packed lighter.

The Waiheke Guest House had a lovely eclectic vibe, full of plants and fun knick knacks. Our room was very comfortable and felt private, but the rest of the house was shared, which was nice for meeting other travelers. Communication with reception was great. Wish we could have stayed longer!

Stayed in September 2024

I was just a little bummed out the spa wasn’t going, but that wasn’t a deal breaker

The room is so tidy and cozy. The bed is amazing. We felt so at home there. The bathroom is clean and nice hot shower

Stayed in June 2024

Breakfast was marginal: 2 cereals, no coffee

The quirky charm made this stay a happy memory; lovely bedroom upstairs

Stayed in March 2024

Nothing - it was great

Lovely place, rustic and beautifully kitted out. Had everything we needed

Stayed in April 2024

There was nothing we didn't like as we had read the description of the place and it fitted with our expectations

Loved the quirkiness, ambience, cats, setting in the bush, quietness, well stocked kitchen, meeting a few other guests, closeness to walks and shops.. Staff were great.

Stayed in April 2024

Loved all the plants and outdoor and deck area

Stayed in April 2024

Beautiful setting, relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.

Stayed in March 2024

Gorgeous, comfy room, just a short walk to the beach

Stayed in February 2024

I booked the King deluxe room. When making the booking the description said private bathroom with shower, which is true, but it's not close to the actual room, it's downstairs. There is nothing that would prevent anyone else from using it, just a sign that says "Private", but it was fine, I just didn't expect it.

It was clean, and the bed & pillows are super comfortable. The room has a beautiful view to the outside garden and it's very peaceful. Unfortunately I didn't have the pleasure of meeting the host, but I'm sure they are lovely. Easy self check-in after arriving later than expected.

Stayed in February 2024

the room was stuffy at night. A better van set up would have helped.

I like the entire accommodation. it's charming.

Stayed in February 2024

First ! don't think the owner checks communication on Booking.com, as the first comment I got on arrival was " I was just about to leave!". When I did send an approximate arrival time. Also she was coming in and out without announcing herself or when we were not there. I do understand she wanted to check on breakfast supplies, but there are better ways to do this. The worse was, she came in on last day at 9:08 am to start taking sheets off beds while we were still collecting our stuff and loading them in car. It states on front door leaving time 9:30.!!!! Quite unpleasant, we felt we were kicked out. Please note No aircon.

Simplicity

Stayed in February 2024

The spa, which was advertised for evening start gazing, was not working (and hasn't been for a while, with no date to fix it in the near future), there was no home made muesli (as advertised), the milk was out of date, the bathroom was not clean and the curtains were thin, letting light through from the main area. BUT this might be the cheapest accommodation in Waiheke, so take those negative comments in light of the price of the room. You get what you pay for and that's what we got. If you're not after fine service and just need a place to lay your head for the night, is definitely recommend it!

The yard is lovely, the beds were comfortable. The room was as advertised and it has all the facilities you need to cook all the basics.

Stayed in February 2024