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Reviews of Baldwin Street BNB

3.5 out of 5
Baldwin Street BNB
46 Baldwin Street, Dunedin

Reviews

5.2
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 32 reviews" "

6.6/10

Cleanliness

5.6/10

Staff & service

5.6/10

Amenities

5.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nothing really impressed us. The utensils were substandard so many things were not available, frig, freezer because the freezer didn't work. There was no acholol was not allowed, we only have one drink for dinner, Owner and family lived above us and because of the wooden floor we heard every footstep and it was very annoying when we wanted quiet time or to sleep. Parking was supposedly off site, which we only found out about when we checked in, my wife was on crutches so not suitable at all. The washing machine in our area we couldnt use as the owners had their washing in, Some for a couple days before removed so a health hazard, All tourist information was out of date. He wanted us to check in at 5.30pm, every other holiday place we have stayed in has been 2pm. When we were allowed in he then made the bed and did some basic cleaning, There were trip hazards outside our door and we had to move them, large blocks etc
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
Response from Ash on 16 Mar 2020
Kia ora, thank you for your response and for your stay with us. You can now tell your friends and family that you have stayed on the steepest street in the world! I can assure you we have updated and addressed the issues in your feedback. I wish you both all the best! Regards, Manager

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Night on the steepest street
We had no idea when we booked that we were going to be in a special stop. The room was fine, although we could not get it quite warm enough for our comfort. We thought there was a washer/dryer, coffee, etc, but there was not. Be sure to read all the description before you book.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Response from Ash on 9 Mar 2020
Kia ora, Thank you for your stay. You have now officially stayed on the steepest street in the world! I am very happy you enjoyed your stay, however, I am sad you weren't able to heat the room?? You must be used to tropical conditions! :P We have an oil heater in every room, the rooms are fully insulated too, therefore each room gets to very warm temperatures. This is the first I have heard of a guest struggling with heat. You would have found extra blankets in the closet if you are still cold. Yes the washer and dryer are for staff only. There is tea and coffee available for guests. Thanks again for your input and please do come again! Remember you can now tell your friends and family that you have stayed on the steepest street in the world! Kind regards, Manager

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
When I arrived to the property to stay, the only thing I found good was the cleanliness. The gentleman that ran it was not very appropriate other than show where things were to use if wanted, but the idea of explaining to me the rules & regulations of the place & while staying was not very encouraging for me to stay with them again, the area near where we stayed was untidy, dirty and having no actual view from where I stayed I felt the he over-soled it, I ended up not staying the two nights I paid for, I only stayed the one night & looked for another place and decided to cut my loss with the retreat.....I definitely will not ever go there again
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Response from Ash on 9 Mar 2020
Kia ora, Thank you for your feedback. I am happy that you found the place very clean. I am sorry to hear that you were not happy with the rules of the BnB. The rules are typical, no smoking, no parties etc. The view from your room is spectacular. Perhaps if you looked again but with a fresh set of eyes which are not tainted with negativity I am sure you will agree that the views from all rooms are second to none. We have been attending to the outside space with repairs and maintenance therefore you will find at times how you described the outside space as "untidy" as its being used as a work space. Thank you again for staying with us and do remember you can now tell all your friends and family that you have stayed on the steepest street in the WORLD! Kind regards, Manager

2/10 Terrible

Heidi-mu

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Worst possible stay
He is a very poor communicator. When we got there he was in the building but did not come out to talk to us. We had to talk to him on mobile. The accommodation is misrepresented on the website. There was no mention of the lack of parking. The rooms were filthy, dust on the surfaces and it stank of cigarette smoke. It was that bad that we arranged other accommodation and the gready guy refused to refund us any money. We are still happier that we did not stay here. Buyer beware
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
Response from Ash on 15 Feb 2020
Kia ora Heidi, Firstly, thank you for your stay. You can now tell your family and friends that you have officially stayed on the steepest street in the world! I am sorry you wanted to talk to me in person I did not know that. All you had to do was tell me. Usually guests prefer private check-ins with little interaction from us. We have on-street parking and we have a loading zone on-site. I have the rooms professionally cleaned after every stay. We are also strictly no smoking on-site. I leave the windows open after every stay for fresh air to liven up the room. Perhaps there was somebody smoking outside on the road and the smoke wafted in while the windows were open? Our policy is strictly non-refundable unless for obvious reasons. That is why our prices are so cheap. I will be impressed if you can find the quality of what we provide at the price which we give it out at. I also challenge anyone to match our prices. I am sure you will not be able to find anything anywhere else in town even close. I am proud to provide what we provide as it allows everyone on all budgets the chance to enjoy Baldwin Street, the steepest street in the world! Wishing you pleasant journeys, Regards, Ash Manager

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Response from Manager on 16 Feb 2020
Kia ora, Thank you for staying with us! You can now tell your friends and family that you have officially stayed on the steepest street in the world! Kind regards, Ashkon

4/10 Poor

Tinker

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
No parking on site, have to walk have way up a fairly steep st to get to house. Room is off a main entrance which is accessible by owners and another guest. You can lock your room when your in it but if you leave you can’t lock your door!!! Noise from owners above very noticeable especially young children and baby. No shoes inside and no alcohol .
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020
Response from Manager on 15 Feb 2020
Kia ora Heidi, Firstly, thank you for your stay. You can now tell your family and friends that you have officially stayed on the steepest street in the world! Yes as we are situated half-way up the steepest street in the world we have only a loading zone on-site. However, we do have plenty of on-street parking very close to the property. It is our busy season now so you probably had to park a bit further away than usual. You can lock the door to your room from within. We are not a hotel we are a BnB therefore you just have a key to the main doors. There are other guests on-site and sometimes with children. We are a family operation therefore we tolerate no parties and no smoking or alchohol on-site. Also we have no shoes in the house so to keep it clean. Wishing you all the best in your journeys! Regards, Ash

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
This property is very basic regarding its facilities. The towels are nearly threadbare. I found that I had to buy some items that were not supplied. Like Soap, flannels. there was no milk inn the fridge, when I first arrived. Theironing boatd had no soft surface and their was no iron, although one was meant to be delivered but did not materialize. A plus was that I was able to park my rental car on site.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2020
Response from Manager on 15 Feb 2020
Kia ora, Yes we provide only the very basic as our prices are extremely cheap. You will not be able to find anywhere in Dunedin that provides the quality of housing that we provide at lower than backpacker prices. Remember, you can now tell your friends and your family that you have stayed on the steepest street in the world! Regards, Ash

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
All reasonable but waited till 6/30pm before aware of key lockbox. Parking could be better. Grounds need a lot of tlc. No teatowl
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
Response from Manager on 16 Feb 2020
Kia ora, Thank you for staying with us. You can now tell your friends and family that you have stayed on the steepest street in the world! I am sorry you did not find out about your keybox info till 6pm. We send our details on the day of the guests arrival. Please call or get in touch soon as you need help to avoid such a thing. We are situated on the steepest street in the world therefore there is a loading zone on-site. The tea towels are in the kitchen cupboard below the sink. Our grounds are scheduled to receive their yearly overhaul within the next few weeks. Wishing you the best in your travels. Kind regards, Ash

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No way to lock the room door only the main door to the shared area
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Response from Manager on 16 Feb 2020
Kia ora, Thank you for staying with us. You can lock your bedroom from inside. You have keys to the front door as we are not a hotel we are a BnB. You can now tell your friends and family that you have stayed on the steepest street in the world! Kind regards, Ash

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Amenities
Situated on the steepest residential street in the world, this place is great for cheap accommodation. However, it does feel like you're staying in someone's spare room. While everything was clean, I wouldn't call the place a retreat. You may fight to find parking too, as there is no off-street parking available, so you can look forward to walking up or down the hill to the car.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
Response from Manager on 16 Feb 2020
Kia ora, Thank you for staying with us. You can now tell your friends and family you have officially stayed on the steepest street in the world! Yes we are not a hotel, we are a BnB, a small 4 bedroom house. It is a small retreat. Had you booked the rest of the home you will have seen the rest of the accommodation and would have then probably felt more like a retreat instead of just 1 bedroom. As we are situated halfway up the steepest residential street in the world, we have on-site only a loading zone. However, there is plenty of on-street parking. You are quite right, only stay here if you want to stay on the steepest street in the world! Wishing you the best in your journeys. Kind regards, Ash

8/10 Good

Drew

Liked: Staff & service
The shower was big sized but didn’t like how the wall heater wouldn’t work with knobs removed and a bit noisy in the morning with the people upstairs however nice wee spot lovely hosts
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
Response from Ash - Manager on 13 Jan 2020
Kia ora! Thank you for staying with us. There is another heater in your closet hope you found it. Please call us next time you have any issues so we can help straight away. Now you can tell your friends and family that you have officially slept on the steepest street in the world! Nga mihi, Ash - Manager

6/10 Okay

Caryn

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable room, close to University and Gardens end of Dunedin
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
Response from Ash - Manager on 13 Jan 2020
Kia ora! Thank you for staying with us. Now you can tell your friends and family that you have officially slept on the steepest street in the world! Nga mihi,

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

On steepest sttrey with views. Value for money. No coffee avalable..
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was very untidy and had stuff lying everywhere around the section. The owner was VERY uncooperative and evasive when trying to find out about the property prior to arriving, and we had to contact him only by text as he wouldn't answer his phone The fact that on site parking is not available is not mentioned anywhere in the advertising and it is definitely more than 4 properties away from being able to park. We could not find the key as we were unsure which was the main door as there was stuff lying everywhere, which made it very unclear what was accommodation and private dwelling. We would not recommend this property to anyone, regardless of price
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
Response from Manager on 20 Sept 2019
Kia ora, Thank you for your feedback. We do cleaning and tidying up regularly so perhaps what you saw around the section was just tools and other maintenance equipment. I strive to be as cooperative and supportive as possible at all time. Otherwise I would not bother providing this service. I did not answer my phone because I would have been busy. If you had texted I would have replied ASAP. Yes we have a loading zone on-site but if you want over night parking you must do it on the street outside 4 houses down. It is free. You were provided instructions on how to locate and open the lock-box. You only hired a room not the full property therefore there are others also on-site. I wish you the best in your journeys. Kind regards, Ash

4/10 Poor

Ann, Tauranga

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
If you're a light sleeper, this place is not for you. You can hear the footsteps & children shouting from upstairs. In the website it wasn't indicated that you can't cook in the premises, and during our check in, cooking is not allowed. They only provide a microwave for heating your food. I included parking during my search but you can't park in the premises. You can park at the bottom of the hill. You also have to bring your own rubbish as per email. It wasnt tidy outside. There are heaps of clutters. The photos on the website look tidy but not when you go there. Although the place is right next to the steepest street which is good.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Response from Ash Manager on 5 Sept 2019
Kia ora Ann, Thank you for your feedback. I am sorry you did not enjoy your stay. Since the house is a BnB we sometimes have guests who are children staying too. Had you booked the upstairs flat you could have enjoyed a kitchen to do cooking there. However, you only had booked a studio room which only provides a comprehensive kitchenette. Yes guests must not leave their rubbish behind from their travels. We have rearranged the lobby a bit but besides that the pictures are mostly identical to the premises. Wishing you the best!

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
i had to contact the owner to get given the instructions how to access the place. replied whilst on the way driving to the Dunedin. when we arrived first of all trying to know is this the place or Not!!! with rubbish piled against the side of the house, a not so easy to follow instructions as to where the key box/ lock was to found> then all sliding doors to the lower part of this house had curtains drawn together. all you could see where sports shoes between the curtains and door. dirty glass and very unwelcoming entrance. the other door with sign this is private. knocking on the glass door which could only be the one to enter through to be sure it wasn't someone else room. no answer so we took the key and it fitted the lock. Opening the door and pulling back the curtain..OMG the room that appears on the Expedia website as a communal room where you can eat breakfast , a couch with television was not as it appeared. now with a random empty cake display fridge standing on the floor, table pushed towards the door about a metre away from entrance, a random huge pine lobby desk with a mannequin torso standing next to it, a old three wheeler bike, random plastic bags filled with god knows what the TV now near the bedroom door. Bed pillows standing on the pine desk bongo drum, a female torso mannequin a book shelf filled with random paraphernalia and stickers and cards displaying 8.2 score from Bookings.com. THE room Named C no lock no key to lock the room. decided to leave
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view but toilet was dirty, basin partially blocked, heater not sufficient, no milk or sugar for supplied tea and coffee. Room only locked from inside. Had to take any rubbish with us. Only contact with manager by phone. Definitely not a hotel. Not a good experience
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Response from Ash - Manager on 8 Aug 2019
Kia ora, Thank you for your feedback. Yes you are right we are not a hotel. We are a bed and breakfast. I made sure the toilet was thoroughly cleaned by cleaners the next day. I have checked the basin it seems to run fine perhaps it was iffy on the day of your booking. Guests are not allowed to leave their rubbish behind according to fair use. Fair use means you can leave your everyday rubbish, just not your rubbish from your car etc. I hope you had a good stay nonetheless and remember, you can now tell your friends and family you have stayed on the steepest street in the world!

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I wasn’t able to check in till 6:30, sheets ripped and old , place dusty in need of a thorough clean and vacuum. Shared space under maintenance so it was unpleasant. Door unable to be locked from the outside to leave things safe in room. Positive was room was on special for $50 - wouldn’t have been worth paying any more than that price . And the steepest street is fantastic
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Response from Ash - Manager on 5 Aug 2019
Kia ora Vannessa, I hope you emjoyed your stay. As you know, accomodation providers from time to time become delayed, just like flights at the airport. Although you may not think that is acceptable, it is unfortunately the sad reality of the industry. I will make sure to look for any ripped sheets and discontinue their use. The room is cleaned after every use. It is vacuumed regularly too I will ask the cleaners to give it a good lux next time round. The house door can be lock from the outside. And yes I always recommend not to leave valuables behind as its good practice when travelling. I wish you well on your journeys ahead. Kind regards, Ash

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Response from Ash on 5 Aug 2019
Kia ora, Thank you for your feedback. I hope you had a pleasant stay. Remember, you can now tell your friends and family you have stayed on the steepest street in the world! Kind regards,

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019
Response from Manager - Ash on 1 July 2019
Kia ora, Thank you for your feedback. I was away and I had another cleaner to come and do the cleaning for me and I can see his standard is not as high as mine. I am planning on using a different cleaner from now on in an effort to prevent any further negative feedback. Can you please tell me exactly what was wrong? Thank you again,

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Do Not Book. Simple As That.
This venue is not at all as it appears in the Hotels.com listing. The property does not have parking available and is situated at the very top of what is claimed to be the steepest residential street in the world. Incomplete information was provided by the property manager ahead of my arrival as to where to find the keys and the self check-in process (which is offered for guests arriving after 3PM). The patio was covered in cardboard boxes full of junk that quite literally formed a blockade to the check-in/access point. The interior reflected the exterior with more boxes of junk, and a hoarder’s environment on display in the ‘lounge/lobby’ area. The ice box has not been cleaned out since we last referred to refrigerators as ice boxes. The room had crumbs everywhere, and the bed sheets had not properly been cleaned. I had booked two nights here and spent only one of them after feeling exhausted by a long drive from Christchurch that day. I woke up in the morning and completed another booking for one night at another Dunedin hotel, just to get away from this property and to salvage my visit to Dunedin.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Response from Ash on 19 June 2019
Hi Nikitas, I am very sorry to learn that you felt so bad about your stay. I had sent instructions automatically for you to check in but it was the old version and for that I am sorry. Luckily I was there when you check-in to relieve you of your anxiety. Yes the patio did have a small pile of boxes which was only there temporarily and has been now all put away. The lounge lobby area is in a process of becoming a visitors centre so is in a state of change as I advised you when you arrived. The fridge is clean I just checked it and rewiped it down just to be extra clean. The bed sheets are always changed everytime after every stay and are always cleaned and dried thoroughly. I am sorry you found crumbs in your room I will give it an extra good vacuum clean. I am sorry you were so exhausted from your long drive from Christchurch and I can relate how terrible everything must be when we are so tired. I do wish you the best in your journeys. Manager Ash

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Had everything needed at a great price parking easy
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019
Response from Ashkon. on 13 June 2019
Thats lovely thank you. Please remember you can now tell your friends and family you have stayed on the steepest street on Earth!

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
No room key meant the room was not secure while out.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
Response from Ash manager on 4 June 2019
Kia it's thank you for your feedback. The floor you stay on is secure. The key provided locks the main doors to keep your floor secure. You can lock your room door from inside once you are in your room.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
unique. Clean and friendly host as well. Would definitely recommend. Thanks
Stayed 1 night in May 2019
Response from Ashkon - Manager on 12 May 2019
Thats lovely thank you very much. I am pleased you enjoyed your stay. Don't forget, you can now tell your friends and family you have stayed on the steepest street in the world!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view in a unique location. Very tidy and spacious place to stay. Great to have a decent amount of rooms.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019
Response from Ash - Manager on 4 May 2019
Thats lovely thank you for your review. Please always welcome back, and don't forget you can now tell all your friends and family that you have slept on the steepest street in the world!

8/10 Good

Goh, Malaysia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome and nice location at steepest street. Enjoy my stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018
Response from Ash - Manager on 22 Mar 2018
Kia ora Goh, We loved hosting you and hope that you come back again. Thank you for your feedback and for your stay. Remember, you can now tell your friends and family that you have actually stayed on the steepest street in the world! Happy travels!

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Staff & service
Double charged and refused a refund.
After staying at Baldwin Street Bed and Breakfast we were double charged by the owner. After multiple attempts to get a refund, we have only been meet with rude excuses. We feel very ripped off. However, the accommodation was alright.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017
Response from Ash - manager on 8 Aug 2017
Kia ora, Thank you for your stay and for your feedback. I am surprised to see this because i granted your refund when you got in touch explaining that you had paid twice. As explained you must get in touch with expedia get your refund as your refund hasmgone back through them as it was through them that you made payment. In touch soon to sort.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
No parking at hotel so A Lot of steps. Supplies for breakfast but make your own.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2017
Response from Ash - Manager on 8 Aug 2017
Kia ora thank you for your feedback and for your stay. As you know we we are situated on the steepest street in the world. We have parking onsite for guests With disabilities and onstreet parking for everyone else. We also have a loading zone onsite for your convenience. We have a large range of Foods for breakfast including eggs, pancakes mix, fresh fruit, baked beans, spaghetti, cereals, spreads, fresh bread, rice noodles and sauces, porridge and more. Thank you again for your feedback. You are now among the lucky few who can say they have slept onj the steepest street in the world! Pleasanr journeys

6/10 Okay

Philippe, Tahiti

Travelled with family
Du linge étendu sur toute la terrasse (draps, serviettes), pas de canapé lit dans la chambre alors qu'annoncé, des taches douteuses sur les draps, un entassement d'objets divers dans la pièce commune
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
Response from Ash - Manager on 18 Feb 2020
Kia ora,   Merci pour votre séjour. Vous pouvez maintenant dire à vos amis et à votre famille que vous êtes officiellement resté dans la rue la plus raide du monde!   Le linge extérieur est suspendu pour sécher pendant que nous faisons notre propre lavage. Nous avons maintenant un lit simple de rechange dans le placard au lieu d'un canapé. Nos draps sont toujours lavés et nettoyés après chaque séjour. Nous sommes maintenant en train de déménager donc nous emballons la maison. Je vous souhaite le meilleur dans vos voyages! Sincères amitiés,

8/10 Good

Wilson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
家庭式經營小酒店,不可以期望過高,但整體設施齊全,房間整潔,主人態度和善,位處全世界最斜街道中,本身已經是一個景點。
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness
房間衛生差 ,枕頭發霉 ,垃圾桶沒有清理 ,洗手間衛生紙沒有 ,打電話找不到聯絡人!!共用空間都沒有整理
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019