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Last Resort

71 Waverley Street | PO Box 42, Karamea, New Zealand
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Westport, New Zealand
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 June 2012 NEW

A group of us dined at Last Resort on Saturday.I can see why this restaurant and bar are so popular.We were made very welcome on arrival and received great service from all the staff. Our meals were fabulous, cooked to perfection and beautifully presented. We thoroughly enjoyed our evening and will certainly be back again.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 June 2012 NEW

For anyone wanting to experience Kiwi hospitality at its absolute best, you need go no further than any business being managed by Dave and Betty Watson. If you see their names mentioned, just book and go! We don't holiday a lot because we are also in the hospitality industry but we truly appreciate the effort that these two and their... More

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Christchurch, New Zealand
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2012
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Stayed here for a night on a roadtrip round the South Island. This place has had its problems in the past but has clearly sorted itself out now. The room was fine and the value was reasonable. The staff were enthusiastic and helpful. Great dinner menu (the turbot was superb) , good value and well presented meals. Make the effort,... More

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Stratford
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2012
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We stayed in a motel unit after our 4 day tramp, the bed was wonderful and room facilities great. Because we didn't have our own transport the on site restaurant and bar was also a great feature. Our meal was just superb. Very friendly managers and nothing too much trouble

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Picton, New Zealand
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2012

We stayed at the Last Resort Karamea for one night last week on our weeks biking trip on the West Coast and received a great reception from the people running the Resort . The rooms were clean and the roast meal was excellent They are in the middle of changing a few things (building) so this will improve the dining/lounge... More

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Tauranga
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2012

We spent 3 nights here while exploring the area. The cottage was clean, comfortable and well appointed and made us feel very "at home" for our stay. The (en-suite) kitchen was adequately equipped and made meal preparation easy. The bathroom was excellent. The talent contest in the main bar was a bonus - great fun. The staff were very friendly... More

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Brighton, UK
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2012
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This place has the potential to be a great little retreat - unfortunately it needs a bit of work before that can happen. We stayed in an ensuite unit, the bathroom was very dated and rough around the edges. The bedroom was fine - comfy bed. The carton of fresh milk was a nice touch. We used the onsite bar... More

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West Coast
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 March 2012

Massive improvement since new managment in Nov 2011. Stayed two nights in a studio ensuite room. Clean and comfortable - great sleep both nights on the comfy bed! Had an evening meal and two breakfasts in the restaurant which were all great!! Friendly staff - will be back again!

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Auckland, New Zealand
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 March 2012
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Badly in need of restoration after a long hiking trip, we arrived wet, tired and hungry late in the day, with just 15 minutes left till the restaurant closed. Long hot showers were, as any hiker knows, the prime consideration, along with laundry services, to be run in the background while eating the first proper hot meal in six days.... More

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Christchurch, New Zealand
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 March 2012
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With three friends I stayed here in March 2012. The rooms we were given were spacious, comfortable, and reasonably priced. The staff were friendly and helpful. Meals were first rate. They served real whitebait patties as only the NZ West Coast can. Wifi is available at a modest price. The main building is interesting architecturally with some creative use of... More

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