Apart from being such excellent hosts, Paul and Barbara have the best burglar alarm system I have come across!! They were both extremely welcoming, from the tea and cake on arrival to their first class advice on local attractions. This was invaluable as the weather for most of our 3 days in the Bay of Islands was fairly inclement. We... More

We stayed at Morepork Riverside Lodge in late February and it was a perfect introduction to B&B's in New Zealand, actually Paul and Barbara set the bar very high for other B&B's during our stay in New Zealand. They made us feel right at home by sharing great conversation over drinks and snacks shortly after our arrival. The gardens and... More

Paul and Barbara were thoughtful and wonderful hosts with great attention to detail. They have clearly thought through the B & B business making adjustments as required. Views and comfort were first rate. The dinner has gone into my list of world wide memorable lamb meals.Holding a chicken was certainly a new experience! Recommend without reservation. More

Although a few minutes drive out of Paihia, very warm welcome with tea and cake. Very comfortable new and well appointed room, and lovely garden, including morepork owls, with hens, goat and alpacas. Advised and booked our memorable Bay of Islands cruise trip. Hosted a lovely family dinner. Great support with laundry. Home from home. More

My wife and I spent four nights with Paul and Barbara and we could not have asked for more welcoming and better hosts. They have quite literally thought of everything that a B&B traveller could need, right down to the ice and lime for a G&T! The breakfasts and evening meals were all excellent. Our room was large with a... More

We really struck gold with our first B & B in NZ. Paul and Barbara gave a list beforehand of attractions to visit on our way from Auckland to Paihia, all were great. We had a wonderful welcome, our room Riverside was spacious, spectacular views and every amenity catered for. Paul and Barbara are truly fantastic hosts, breakfasts and evening... More

We chose the Moreport Riverside Lodge from the many good reviews on Tripadvisor for a short break whilst touring NZ from the UK. We were not disappointed. From the enthusiastic welcome to the very well appointed rooms and fantastic service and breakfasts, we were made to feel welcome and comfortable by hosts who obviously relish the role. Our room overlooked... More

"We have stayed at Morepork Riverside Lodge twice now.The first time in 2011 was amazing but the second in January 2012 surpassed the first..the service and food was excellent especially the little extras Paul and Barbara provide which you do not know about until you stay with them, they are a really hospitable couple.Our two daughters and families were staying... More

Such a warm welcome from Paul and Barbara! We stayed for three nights with our two year old who loved the animals and we all loved the beautiful gardens. Paul is a terrific cook ( I recommend the chocolate mousse!) and so accommodating of all our requests. The room had everything you could need. Thanks for a super time. We... More