Myself and a few friends stayed here over Easter weekend and we were really impressed!! Our room was clean and tidy and the hostel overall has a very homely feel. The kitchen was big and well equipped, and the living area was comfortable. Overall I would definitely stay here again and recommend it to anyone looking for hostel style accommodation... More

I came to the hotel because I read in the BBH booklet that they have free bikes. When I asked for a bike they said that they have just 2 and one is taken and the other one broken. You really shouldn't write into the BBH booklet that you offer free bikes if you only have a single working bicycle!!!... More

We stayed here for womad, having got a last minute cancellation and it was brilliant. It's a big place, catering to all sorts of travellers and it has a selection of dorms, single and double rooms with a communal kitchen and a series of cottages outside the main house which was where we stayed. They were spacious and came with... More

Great central location - handy to supermarkets, shops, restaurants, transportation, parks, coastal walk/cycle way, etc. On a previous visit I had a room in the main building - it was clean, comfortable and I had a great nights sleep. This time, however, I stayed in a cottage room. It was very well presented - tastefully decorated, spacious, clean, and comfortable.... More

I stayed here for a night back in September 2011. Was thinking of staying an extra night but I had bought a flight to Wellington. Back then it was known as Shoestring Backpackers & Cottage Mews. The owner, Jane, was a very friendly & helpful lady. She was kind enough to have the reception on despite me checking in 30min... More

A great distinctive hotl runn by an great lady who makes you feel at home. Her attention to detail eg great distinctive tasteful decorations, cleanliness of the rooms and overall quality of teh place makes this a comfortable and enjoyable place to stay.We had a double not ensuite which was spacious and well presented. A good quiet place and easy... More

We spent only one night at Ducks and Drakes and couldn't find fault for a property of this type. We stayed in a cottage room and it was absolutely immaculate. As it is now our room was clean, comfortable and spacious, and we were told it is soon to be refurbished which will make it an absolute steal for the... More

I stayed for one night and loved it. Wireless internet was reasonably priced - only $5 for 100MB!! They have a fully equipped kitchen, sky TV, sunroom, balcony, guest lounge and dining room. What else do you need? The owner found me a nice Thai restaurant in New Plymouth as I'd been having a craving for Thai food. She also... More

We stayed only one night, but would definitely stay here again. The one bedroom cottage we had was very clean, spacious and comfortable. I agree with other comments that this place is a real surprise. Funky artwork, lovely shared spaces, pretty little garden and so central. And the beds are the best. Very comfortable, and beautiful crisp white linen. Very... More