Utiku Hotels, Taihape

"Great stop for overnight stay. Nice size family room. Clean and tidy. Definitely recommend for families."

"parking easy and free, shops and eating nearby, buildings and facilities older but clean. "

"They "said" they had an electrical issue and contacted Expedia to tell me that "they put me up" in the "roadside motel" across the street. First, I did not receive any communication from Expedia, so, did they actually call them? Secondly, the hotel had my phone number and email, THEY could have contacted me. I was not informed until I showed up to a LOCKED door "DURING CHECK IN HOURS" with no reception. I called the number and it replied this number is not answering calls. How do you feel with no communication? Third, who is to say I have a cellphone. I did, however, it was an international phone costing ME money to make the call. Fourth, the property they "put us up in" looked like a place along an abandoned town in an old western movie. Bottomline is this - If this property does NOT have the courtesy to TALK to you under conditions like this, then, they do not deserve your business. "

"The staff was so friendly and the room was so cozy and smelled amazing! I will definitely be planning a longer stay in the future to enjoy more of the lodge and river!"

"Charming rural tranquility, friendly and helpful hosts, very welcoming for dogs, authentic Kiwi bach, cosy and warm, beautiful views."