Exceptional
One of our highest-scored stays, according to its guests.
9.767Reviews- Check-in from 3:00 PMCheck-out by 10:00 AM.
- Exceptional locationGuests rate the location 9.5 out of 10, at 9 Stafford Road.
- Free parkingThe property states parking on site is free for guests.
Indulge in Nature's Embrace
Nestled in large native gardens, Awatuna Homestead offers uniquely decorated rooms just a short stroll from the beach. Each room boasts its own charm, with French doors opening to picturesque garden or bush views. Stay cozy with provided heating and revel in free WiFi access during your stay.
Culinary Delights Await
Start your day with a delectable breakfast featuring homemade granola, freshly baked goods, and daily kitchen specials. Enjoy Nespresso coffee, a variety of teas, or refreshing fruit juices. For a memorable evening, savor a specially prepared dinner paired with fine New Zealand wine in the elegant dining room.
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Free Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Heating
- Terrace
- Family rooms
- Garden
- Laundry
Rooms
9.7
Exceptional
Rated 9.7 out of 10 by 67 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness9.7
- Service10.0
- Location9.5
- Rooms9.7
- Amenities9.6
- Value9.7
- Food & drink9.6
Guests mention
Friendly hostsClean and tidy
LuafalealiiNew ZealandHighly Recommend Staying Here!
Excellent location with a lovely couple who keep a very beautiful and tidy home.
JoanneNew ZealandAll you need and more.
Lovely spacious 2 bedroom apartment with everything we needed. Very friendly, generous hosts. Comfy beds. Very clean and tidy. The banana bread was delicious, thanks. Recommend to all.
MichiyoNew ZealandThe host was absolutely fantastic, the rooms were so cozy,clean and comfortable. Home made banana bread was so yummy!
JoeAustraliaPerfect stay
The hosts are super friendly. Lovely people, lovely place.
Very clean and tidy.
Nothing, we enjoyed everything here.
ValeriaAustraliaAbsolutely everything!
TashNew ZealandLoved the banana bread
Perfect location for our holiday being just out of town was perfect and private.
Nothing
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated January 2026.
Where you’ll be
9 Stafford Road, Awatuna, New Zealand
Guests rate the location 9.5 out of 10 — exceptional.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 3:00 PM until 08:00 PM
Check-out by 10:00 AM
Children welcome
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No pets
Free parking on site
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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Please note that Awatuna Homestead does not accept payments with American Express credit cards Please note pets are not allowed at this property.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties. A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Awatuna Homestead
What time is check-in and check-out at Awatuna Homestead?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM. Check-out is by 10:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Awatuna Homestead allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at Awatuna Homestead?
Yes — the property states that parking on site is free. Whether a space can be reserved in advance varies, so we check it against your dates.
Does Awatuna Homestead have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Does Awatuna Homestead have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
How do I book Awatuna Homestead?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Awatuna Homestead?
9 Stafford Road, Awatuna.
Other places we book in Awatuna
Nothing to do with the booking above. The same market, priced the same way, for if this one is not it.