Merrylees Budget Hotel

Hotels
6.7 (41 reviews)
2 Hall Street , Dannevirke , nz

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Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Non-smoking throughout
Kid meals
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
Fire extinguishers
First aid kit available
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Wonderful staff
Comfortable beds
Good food
Cons:
Lack of hot water
Room cleanliness issues
Weak water pressure

Categories

Cleanliness
3.51
The rooms were old, run down, and not clean. Dirty bedsheets were mentioned.
Service
8.98
Staff were wonderful and provided quick, efficient service.
Location
9.02
Ideal location at a great price, very convenient for guests.
Room Quality
4.47
Rooms were old and tatty, with a hard bed.
Amenities
5.5
Basic amenities were available but hot water and a kettle were lacking.
Value for Money
6.46
Considering the price, guests felt amenities should be better.
Food and Beverage
8.51
Excellent food quality, particularly noted for lunch.
Overall Experience
7.18
Mixed experience; ideal for some, but not satisfactory for others.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 18:14

Property Description

Charming Accommodations
Merrylees Hotel offers comfortable rooms with modern amenities for a relaxing stay.

Delicious Dining Options
Guests can enjoy delicious meals at the on-site restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar.

Convenient Location
Located just 58 km from Palmerston North International Airport, Merrylees Hotel is easily accessible for travelers.

To experience the charm and convenience of Merrylees Hotel, book your stay with us today!

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

6.7
Based on 41 reviews
Cleanliness: 3.51
Service: 8.98
Location: 9.02
Room Quality: 4.47
Amenities: 5.5
Value for Money: 6.46
Food and Beverage: 8.51
Overall Experience: 7.18
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Kay • solo_traveller • nz
10
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2026-02-26 • via Nuitee
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Judy • couple • nz
6
Pros:

The bed was really comfortable & we got a really good nights sleep. Shower was nice & hot. Adequate for a one night stay.

Cons:

It is named as a budget hotel, which is what it is. The rooms could do with a touch up, window curtain only just covered the window & let in light, walls were paper thin & every noise around could be heard. We were directly next to the double doors that creaked every time they were pushed open - would suggest some WD40 or similar would solve that issue.

2026-01-27 • via Nuitee
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Don • solo_traveller • nz
6
Would stay again
Pros:

Didn’t have breakfast but the lunch was awesome

Cons:

Shower was cold , and poor pressure would

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Michael • solo_traveller • nz
8
For price & situation & booking very happy
2026-01-16 • via Nuitee
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Aaron • solo_traveller • nz
9
A quiet and convenient place to stay in Dannevirke
Pros:

A comfortable room reserved at short notice. Merrylees is a very old school pub hotel with bar AND restuarant. Well placed for time and convenience to have something from the menu. Very good.

2026-01-11 • via Nuitee
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SUE • couple • nz
10
2026-01-10 • via Nuitee
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Linia • couple • nz
4
2025-12-29 • via Nuitee
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Peter • couple • nz
7
Ideal location at a great price
Pros:

Location & price

Cons:

There didn’t seem to be any hot water

2025-12-20 • via Nuitee
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Debbie • couple • nz
8
Pros:

Kim & staff were wonderful, beds were comfortable, immaculate, awesome food. We'll be back!

2025-12-15 • via Nuitee
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Shaw • solo_traveller • au
1
Horrible.
Cons:

Room was old, tatty, run down and just not clean. Bed was hard. The walls were paper thin and every sound in the hotel could be heard. There were no amenities whatsoever - not even a kettle to make a cup of tea. For $120 a night, it's not right.

2025-12-13 • via Nuitee
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Pauline • couple • nz
10
2025-12-07 • via Nuitee
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Graham • couple • nz
10
Pros:

Nice reception, quick and efficient and upgraded!

2025-12-05 • via Nuitee
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YILI • solo_traveller • nz
10
Pros:

Very convenient location with a nice bar

2025-11-27 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • nz
9
Pros:

Location suits me fine

Cons:

Water pressure in the shower very weak and 15 minutes before warm water came through...apart from that everything else was just fine.

2025-11-21 • via Nuitee
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Murray • solo_traveller • nz
4
Pros:

Was Okay

Cons:

No hot water

2025-11-16 • via Nuitee
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John • couple • nz
10
Very enjoyable
Pros:

All on one level, no stairs , plenty of parking, good food and friendly staff

Cons:

Nothing

2025-11-10 • via Nuitee
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Danny • solo_traveller • nz
7
2025-11-09 • via Nuitee
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Katarina • couple • nz
10
2025-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Daniel • couple • nz
8
2025-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Margaret • family_with_children • nz
7
Warm clean cosy room with basic amenities
Pros:

Tidy, warm room with basic amenities, nice toilet and shower with towels and soap provided.

Cons:

No kettle or tea making facilities but did have kitchen and bathrooms available down the hall.

2025-09-07 • via Nuitee