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The Tennyson

2 Clive Square East, Napier 4110, New Zealand (Formerly Tennyson Motor Inn)
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Ranked #34 of 45 hotels in Napier
3.5 of 5 stars 15 Reviews
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PJS-from-Oz
Melbourne, Australia
Senior Contributor
28 reviews
13 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 October 2011

I stayed here as part of a tour group traveling the east coast. The location was excellent, a short walk to the shops, restaurants and the ocean. The room I stayed in was very good. The service from the Manager and the staff was excellent. Everyone was very friendly. Sure, the decor was a bit dated but there was nothing... More

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Hess63
Wasaga Beach, Ontario Canada
Senior Contributor
25 reviews
10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 June 2011

We had a lovely time in Napier. Only wished that we could have stayed longer. We had a Family room which was good. Free Internet service which was a real plus. The service that we had was excellent. The hotel staff very helpful and friendly. The hotel is centrally located to shops and restaurants. We would highly recommend. Would love... More

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Kalambaka
Toronto, Canada
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23 reviews
11 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 March 2011
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We ended up at the Tennyson because it was Art Deco weekend in Napier and everywhere else was booked solid. We expected it to be below average in quality - and we were not disappointed. The location however is excellent - very central. Most new hotels are strung out along the waterfront - the Tennyson is by the town square... More

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Bernard Burke, Manager at The Tennyson, responded to this review
1 April 2011

Thank you for your feedback. We certainly do apologise for our modem blowing up that weekend. It was replaced with a newer, better model immediately, and we have had many happy internet users since. Our free broadband station, however, was available and working the entire weekend. A laundry was available, unsure what keys the guest refers to and due to... More

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travellady54_11
Wellington, New Zealand
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 March 2011

We just stayed here with Kirra Tours. The hotel states it is recently refurbished - but it did not look like it! The lobby smell like someone had been sick. The rooms are dingy, bathrooms dirty. The breakfast was OK but the milk was off, as was the yogurt. I plan to let the tour company know. In this economy,... More

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Bernard Burke, Manager at The Tennyson, responded to this review
1 April 2011

We take on board the comments of the writer. They are correct with the fact that there was a bad smell at reception, due to a member of their own bus tour being violently ill upon entering our hotel foyer. Our staff immediately assisted the sick guest, and proceeded to clean up. A commercial cleaning company was also engaged immediately... More

bugs2367
Rotorua, New Zealand
Senior Reviewer
10 reviews
1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 August 2010

First impressions are the most important. The outside of the building gives you an indication of what's inside. On walking through the main doors the smell of cigarette's hit us. Not just a whiff, but a strong permanant smell. En-suite Bathroom was dated but very clean. All the usual hotel items there for the comfort of the traveller including shampoo,... More

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NZtraveller08
New Zealand
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews
4 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 August 2010
1
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This hotel is conveniently located and that is its only virtue. It is dirty, not maintained with old dilapidated furnishings, curtains falling off the windows and general all in an unacceptable condition. Its only saving grace is that it is located only a few metres from Groovey Kitchen. That meant we did not have to eat the toast bread that... More

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IndianaFSL
Pigeon Forge, Tennessee
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6 reviews
3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 July 2010

I traveled the north island of New Zealand in April 2010 for 10 days, and we thankfully stayed for two nights at the Tennyson. The Tennyson was easily the best hotel we stayed at the entire trip, and the entire group was grateful to stay at such a nice hotel for more than one night! The breakfast was excellent, the... More

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Dializa
UK
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 March 2010

This hotel is ideally situated in the heart of the city. We were delighted with all it offered. The proprietors were charming and very hospitable. The room was large with a truly comfortable bed with pristine cleanliness in all respects. The free internet was a great bonus. The breakfast was fine also and we were given off street free parking... More

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sydmik
Sydney, Australia
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3 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 February 2010

Was very close to the town centre, dont think you could get any closer, we could park the car and walk everywhere. The price was reasonable and the room was clean and had sky, free wifi and buffet continental breakfast standard for all bookings. A little bit on the old side but well maintained. I'd stay there again. More

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AnnieNZ
Wellington, New Zealand
Senior Contributor
26 reviews
2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 February 2010

I stayed for two nights. Great location in the city next to a gorgeous park and a few steps to the city center. Older hotel with a friendly atmosphere and helpful staff. Value for money. Didn't make it down to breakfast because the bed was so comfortable!!!! More

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Address: 2 Clive Square East, Napier 4110, New Zealand (Formerly Tennyson Motor Inn)

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