This review isn't easy to write because the Lodge got so many high ratings - on which I personally can't agree. I'm more with the previous review of Patti from CA, that this is a quite simple lodge which is highly overpriced. We've stayed at many 'luxury B&B, in NZ, OZ, South Africa, so we should have some experience what... More

We stayed with Peter for four nights in mid-December 2011 and although this is listed as a 'Luxury Lodge,' we found this to be simply a B&B. Other than a small pool, it had no ammenities that you would find at a 'luxury lodge.' The rooms were small, with very small patios off each room. The patios were very close... More

The Bay of Islands Lodge was a very comfortable and homey place blessed with a wonderful view. Glennis and Peter were extremely professional and welcoming hosts but in no way obtrusive. Having dinner or breakfast in the open concept kitchen and dining/living area was truly relaxing and one felt instantly at home. Peter is an excellent cook and other than... More

We stayed 2 nigths . We were the only guests but that was great. Peter cooked us a lovely dinner and chatted to us but didn't intrude. We had everything we wanted. The cooked breakfast was delicious as was the dinner on the second night. The views are spectacular and the accommodation first rate. it's not cheap but it's very... More

Our three nights here was the best stay in the whole of our 5 week trip in NZ. We could not fault a thing, Peter and Glennis are consumate hosts, they are friendly, warm, hospitable and Peters food is to die for, we shall long remember the wonderful meals eaten around the table with other guests and the generous quantities... More

Having read some negative views on TA I was wondering whether our first NZ lodge experience would live up to our hopeful expectations. Well, it did (in a big way) and I would recommend the lodge to all. We found Peter & Glennis to be just great! As has been said on other reviews, Peter's cooking is fantastic and Glennis... More

We stayed here two nights at the end of a wonderful three week trip to Australia and New Zealand. It was a little longer drive form Auckland than we had anticipated, but it was worth it. A very cool place. The owners were wonderful hosts and we met some nice, fun people in the communal setting. A very interesting area,... More

This was our first experience of a New Zealand lodge (we don't really have anything comparable in the UK) but it was very enjoyable. We were met on arrival by the owner, Peter, who is friendly but not the warmest of people (I think this has been mentioned in an earlier review). However, once you've got your head around his... More

You feel like you are staying in a spa. The mountainside location has a beautiful view, and it isn't all that far to town/shopping/sightseeing. Here are the pros and cons. It is a beautiful setting with a nice great room and wonderful view. There is a nice library and lots of movies to choose from. There is a lovely deck... More