The Martinborough Hotel

Hotels
9 (1024 reviews)
The Square , Martinborough , nz

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Facilities for disabled guests
Wheelchair accessible
Kid meals
Outdoor furniture
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Beautiful location
Comfortable rooms
Cons:
Cleaning details
Inconsistent food quality

Categories

Cleanliness
8.46
Needs a bit more attention to details regarding cleaning, especially in the bathroom.
Service
9.43
Most guests praised the friendliness and helpfulness of the staff.
Location
9.47
Perfect location in the middle of the town with fantastic accessibility.
Room Quality
8.92
Generally nice rooms, though issues with temperature control were noted.
Amenities
9.45
The hotel offered beautiful landscaping and a comfortable atmosphere.
Value for Money
8.91
Overall, the experience warranted the cost, though restaurant food could improve.
Food and Beverage
7.96
Mixed reviews, with excellent meals mentioned and some poor experiences at the restaurant.
Overall Experience
9.43
A delightful and memorable stay for most guests, with few negatives.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 14:22

Property Description

Historic Charm and Elegance
Step back in time at The Martinborough Hotel, originally built in 1882 and meticulously restored to offer a charming stay with modern comforts.

Culinary Excellence
Indulge in a gastronomic experience at Union Square Bistro, helmed by Michelin star chef Adam Newell, and savor delectable dishes amidst a cozy ambiance.

Local Wines and Relaxation
Unwind at Union Square Bar surrounded by historic photos and a curated wine list featuring local wines. Explore the vineyards nearby or take a short walk to Martinborough Wine Centre.

Experience a blend of history, luxury, and culinary delights at The Martinborough Hotel. Book your stay now to immerse yourself in a truly unforgettable experience.

Important information:

Please note that there is a 2% charge when you pay with a credit card.

Please note that there is a 4% charge when you pay with an American Express.

Please note that breakfast and dinner options are subject to availability according to the Union Square Bistro opening hours.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:30 AM
Airport code: WLG

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for NZD 50 per person per stay when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for NZD 50 per person per stay when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 1024 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.46
Service: 9.43
Location: 9.47
Room Quality: 8.92
Amenities: 9.45
Value for Money: 8.91
Food and Beverage: 7.96
Overall Experience: 9.43
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Eugen • couple • lu
10
Excellent!!!
Pros:

Excellent atmosphere, great facilities, spotless cleaning, great value for money. Bravo!

2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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Denise • couple • us
10
Pros:

It was in the middle of town.

2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
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SUSAN • family_with_children • gb
10
2026-02-11 • via Nuitee
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Ian • couple • gb
7
Disappointed that the room and facilities were not as we had understood from the description.
Pros:

Location, style of the property and attached bistro

Cons:

Room advertised as a “suite” accessing a “private” garden. However it was only a room with bathroom (not a suite) and the garden was only the general garden of the hotel - there was no private space associated with the room. The WiFi was very poor and the TV didn’t load properly. We mentioned a number of issues to various staff members but while each was sympathetic they offered no compensation against the costs of this expensive room.

2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
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Annemarie • couple • nl
8
2026-02-09 • via Nuitee
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Richard • couple • nz
8
Pros:

They provide earplugs to help cover up the noise from the bars on the street below.

Cons:

Not very comfortable sleeping with earplugs in...

2026-02-08 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • couple • gb
9
2026-01-30 • via Nuitee
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Catherine • couple • gb
10
Great boutique hotel in the centre of this lovely little town with its exceptional wineries
Pros:

Great location on the square but not noisy. Very comfortable and attractive room and ample off street parking. Close to some excellent restaurants.

2026-01-30 • via Nuitee
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Karen • couple • gb
9
Central location in fabulous heritage hotel
Pros:

Lovely heritage building beautiful high ceilings and furnishings. Central to town square and vineyards. All walkable

Cons:

Would have been useful to have a safe in room

2026-01-29 • via Nuitee
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Sabine • couple • de
9
Wunderschönes Hotel im malerischen Martinborough
Pros:

Ein bezauberndes Boutique Hotel im beschaulichen Martinborough. Das Zimmer war geräumig und individuell sehr liebevoll eingerichtet.

Cons:

Das Zimmer war im 2. Stock. Da das Hotel nicht über einen Aufzug verfügt, wäre Hilfe fürs Gepäck wünschenswert gewesen.

2026-01-28 • via Nuitee
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Nick • couple • gb
10
Very comfortable, with great style. Woukd definitely recommend.
Pros:

Lovely setting on the town square. Beautiful old style property with fixtures and fittings to match. Great restaurant and bar serving tasty local food. If visiting on a Sunday, I recommend the Sunday roast.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-01-27 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • couple • nz
8
Pros:

Lovely old hotel with nice restaurant below

Cons:

a bit noisy above the restaurant until at least 11 pm or so

2026-01-26 • via Nuitee
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June • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

The atmosphere was very nice and the staff very accommodating

2026-01-26 • via Nuitee
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Alison • couple • nz
9
Overall we had an enjoyable weekend
Pros:

Location very good , restaurant food excellent & staff very efficient.

Cons:

We sat in the bar area & had a coffee , the music was quite loud.!!

2026-01-26 • via Nuitee
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Mulligan • solo_traveller • au
9
Great place and handy to everything
Pros:

Very friendly and also assisted getting my things I left at the hotel to me in Wellington.

2026-01-25 • via Nuitee
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Erin • couple • nz
8
2026-01-25 • via Nuitee
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Colin • couple • nz
9
2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Warren • couple • nz
10
Loved it
Pros:

Awesome location and the feel of being in an old style hotel

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Richard • couple • us
10
Excellent place to stay the night and then go see the Cape Palliser Lighthouse Seals during the day.
Pros:

Room was great. Ours was upstairs which was fine.

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Bryony • couple • nz
9
2026-01-20 • via Nuitee