Gretna Hotel Taihape

Hotels
7.5 (524 reviews)
117 Hautapu Street , Taihape , NZ

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Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Family rooms
Garden
Bar

Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good value for money
Excellent food
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Old facilities
Noisy environment

Categories

Cleanliness
5.89
Cleanliness was noted as adequate in some reviews, but there were significant concerns about the shared bathroom cleanliness.
Service
8.36
Friendly staff and helpful service were frequently mentioned positively.
Location
7.9
Conveniently located for travel between major cities, though the area may feel limiting.
Room Quality
6.35
Rooms varied in quality, with mentions of odors and old facilities.
Amenities
6.88
Basic amenities provided but not sufficient for families or those expecting hotel-like comfort.
Value for Money
8.34
Overall considered good value for the price, especially for budget travelers.
Food and Beverage
8.89
Food quality received high praise with excellent reviews on meals.
Overall Experience
7.36
Mixed experiences highlighted that while it caters to budget needs, expectations should be adjusted.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 10:38

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation:
Gretna Hotel Taihape offers 4-star accommodation in the heart of Taihape. Guests can enjoy the convenience of free WiFi, a stylish restaurant, and a cozy bar on-site.

Family-Friendly Atmosphere:
The hotel caters to families with spacious and comfortable family rooms, ensuring a pleasant stay for guests of all ages.

Convenient Location:
Situated just 98 km from Palmerston North International Airport, Gretna Hotel Taihape is easily accessible for travelers seeking a relaxing retreat in Taihape.

Experience comfort and convenience at Gretna Hotel Taihape. Book your stay now!

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:30 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

7.5
Based on 524 reviews
Cleanliness: 5.89
Service: 8.36
Location: 7.9
Room Quality: 6.35
Amenities: 6.88
Value for Money: 8.34
Food and Beverage: 8.89
Overall Experience: 7.36
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Lucy • couple • nz
10
Good old fashioned charm
Pros:

It was very lovely, very nostalgic. The room was very clean, tidy and comfortable.

Cons:

Nothing not to like if you enjoy quaint, which I love!

2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Clifford • couple • nz
7
Excellent budget accomodation
Pros:

It is a very good value for money hotel.

Cons:

nil

2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Patricia • solo_traveller • nz
9
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Moore • couple • nz
8
Great value
Pros:

Clean and convenient

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Quynh Mai • solo_traveller • vn
9
Pros:

I like how classic style the hotel is. It is a well maintained for a long-built facility and is a cool business with a bar alongside.

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Diane • couple • nz
9
Excellent value for money -would definetely stop there again
Pros:

Room very clean and comfortable. Basic but that is to be expected for the price. Also very conveniently located near supermarket and places to eat. Has its own bar food as well.

Cons:

Not a criticism just a couple of suggestions
1. Show on the menu in the rooms what time food is available.
2. Provide a key to the outside door or tell guests when the door is locked

2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Stephany rose S.Lindsay • solo_traveller • nz
1
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

everything is not acceptable. I won't recommend that hotel to anyone beds aren't clean. There is an old TV, but there is no socket to plug in the TV. The shower very bad water very little, and once someone is using the sink just to wash your hand, the water in the shower gone and turn to cold, very noisy as well because of the bar downstairs..nothing like the photos. It is not reasonable for the price too.

2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Luis Humberto Rivero Lopez • solo_traveller • ar
10
Taihape September 2026
Pros:

Ideal hotel if you want to rest before continuing your drive to Wellington. Very good price for a single room. What we loved most were the heated beds, so if you come here in winter you won't be cold and will be very comfortable. The hotel has a fairly large shared kitchen. The rooms are spacious and include a sink, towels, sheets, and a heater. We only stayed one night, but it was perfect for resting, spending the night, and continuing our journey down to the capital. Highly recommended

2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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SOOK TENG • solo_traveller • my
10
Pros:

Love this place, it's vintage & historical but clean and comfortable. They have great bar too with affordable pricing on delicious food and booze.

2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Martin • solo_traveller • au
5
2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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Helen • solo_traveller • nz
9
2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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Paul • solo_traveller • ch
5
Froid en hiver
Pros:

Idéal pour une nuit de passage sur la route. L’établissement offre tout le nécessaire pour passer une bonne nuit, sans superflu.

Cons:

Il faisait extrêmement froid dans les douches et les toilettes, ainsi que dans la chambre. De petits radiateurs sont mis à disposition, mais ils ne permettent malheureusement pas de chauffer correctement toute la pièce.

Heureusement, il est possible de chauffer le lit grâce au chauffage intégré, ce qui est très appréciable pour la nuit. En revanche, dès que l’on sort du lit, il fait vraiment très froid dans la chambre.

L'hôtel doit être bien plus agréable en période estivale.

2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
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Gia • solo_traveller • nz
8
2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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Vickers • solo_traveller • au
5
2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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Roger • extended_group • nz
6
Basic but comfortable at a great price
2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Alan • solo_traveller • nz
7
Pros:

I just needed a budget place to crash for a few hours on my way south from Auckland before catching a ferry. The night manager was very friendly and obliging even tho I didn't arrive till 11pm and had to get him down to open up. He had heated room and even the bed so it was ready for me to climb into. I don't usually stay at backpackers but chose to in this case and was not disappointed.

2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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choo • couple • nz
7
Pleasant, would stay again if passing through.
Pros:

Not the most extravagant room, but we expected that since the rooms are less expensive than others in the area. Room had clean linens, towels, body soap. There is also a shared kitchen with stove, microwave and fridge+freezer. Restaurant downstairs serves amazing food, definitely recommend anyone staying to have a meal there. The town is also nice to walk around in, went to the nearby theatre to catch a movie too.

Cons:

Another chair/table in the room, or some place to put things other than the floor.

2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Chiu • solo_traveller • nz
8
2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Gavin • solo_traveller • nz
1
Terrible would never stay here.
Pros:

Only thing that would have been ok was that it was close to where I was working.

Cons:

Checked in and when sheets opened it was dirty with hair through out the bed. No heater in the room even though it was going to be zero degrees. In the carpark there were 3 lots of broken glass from cars. I have a company ute full of tools. Did not feel safe. Lot of people hanging around. Informed reception that would not be staying as was not happy. Was told you will not be getting a refund. Tried getting a refund from Booking.com but as left in a hurry to find new accommodation forgot to take photos. Place looked nothing like the photos.

2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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Patricia • solo_traveller • nz
9
2026-07-24 • via Nuitee