The food at the hotel was excellent, easily rivaling the best in Auckland and Wellington. The chefs are talented and their "estate to plate" philosophy makes each meal special. We also enjoyed the cozy atmosphere and beautiful setting of the hotel, especially during winter with the roaring fires and misty valleys.

Additionally, the fact that breakfast was not included, unlike other places we stayed in during our trip, was a letdown considering the price we paid.

The staff was friendly and the grounds were beautiful. The food was delicious. The bush trails were serene and perfect for wildlife photography. The lodge was secluded and allowed for a relaxing experience. There were plenty of activities to do, including a four-wheel drive and numerous walking trails.

Wow! This forest hotel was beyond our imaginations. We had an amazing time exploring the lush green forests around the property and the waterfalls were absolutely breathtaking. The staff was also very helpful and accommodating during our stay. They went above and beyond to make our visit comfortable. The food served was simply amazing, delicious and was never a letdown. The location was perfect, with easy access to the city and the hiking trails around the woods.

Though we enjoyed our stay, the room we were given was not the best. The lighting was inadequate making it too dark, and the air conditioning was not working properly making the room too cold for comfort.

This hotel is simply stunning, located in a forest and spread over a vast area providing a perfect mix of luxury and peace. The staffs were friendly, professional and engaged, providing a personalized experience. The food was delectable and served in a beautiful atmosphere, with exclusive amenities like a private table set for two in the library. The rooms were luxurious, cozy and welcoming with understated elegance. The bush walks are really worth the effort to experience the stunning Bridal Falls and Dream Stream. This hotel exceeded all our expectations of a luxury hotel.

The only minor downside was the Wi-Fi, which was a bit slow and caused some issues while streaming movies. However, given the natural surroundings of this hotel, it is only a minor issue and didn’t affect our overall experience.

Friendly staff, amazing grounds, top notch food, serenity and solitude on bush trails, great for wildlife photography, luxury private villa.

Couldn't fault.

The staff was friendly and the grounds were amazing. I captured some of my best wildlife photos on the bush trails. The food was outstanding.

Nothing for me.

The secluded and peaceful location, friendly staff, amazing grounds, outstanding food, beautiful bush trails, excellent wildlife photography opportunities.

Cannot find any fault.