Jeorgia
New Zealand · February 2025
“AVOID: Disappointing stay in a filthy, poorly managed property, unhelpful staff, no hot water, and basic amenities that”
The property had a smart TV, a nice pool (though staff frequently hung around smoking), and a kettle in the room. They also helped me with change for a taxi driver, which was appreciated
Almost everything about my stay was disappointing. The room was filthy, with a bathroom that smelled of sewage and old urine. The hot water barely worked, and despite asking for help over three days, I was met with lies, dismissiveness, and empty promises. When I finally asked to just switch rooms, the hot water worked for only one night. So 1 week with 1 warm shower left me feeling discouraged. The “kitchen” was misleading—it was just a dirty sink behind a bar with rats running across the utensils. The staff were cold, uninterested, and treated the property like their personal hangout space. I felt uncomfortable and unwelcome throughout my stay.