Waitaki Braids

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Scored 9.6
Rated exceptional

Free WiFi

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Experience world-class service at Waitaki Braids

Elegant Accommodation: Waitaki Braids in Kurow offers a 5-star lodge experience with a sun terrace, garden, restaurant, bar, and free WiFi. Private check-in and check-out services ensure a seamless arrival and departure. Comfortable Amenities: Guests enjoy private bathrooms, garden and mountain views, soundproofed rooms, and free on-site parking. Additional facilities include a lounge, coffee shop, laundry service, outdoor seating, picnic area, family rooms, culture classes, and breakfast in the room. Dining Experience: The restaurant serves Australian cuisine with vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options. Breakfast is highly praised by guests, and the property staff provide excellent service support. Activities and Location: Located 120 km from Richard Pearse Airport, Waitaki Braids offers fishing, yoga classes, skiing, hiking, and cycling. Guests can also enjoy garden and mountain views from their terrace or seating area.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

  • Free private parking available on-site

Availability

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Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Peter
New Zealand New Zealand
“Great spot and nice to meet Jess. Best wishes moving forward and we hope to see you again next year”
Tolan
New Zealand New Zealand
“Very friendly and welcoming staff. Comfortable, clean, cosy and quiet room. We ordered dinner a few days before arriving and the three course meal was delicious as was breakfast next morning. Absolutely recommend Waitaki Braids.”
Mary-anne
New Zealand New Zealand
“The service from Jess in particular. We liked the resful outlook on to the garden & hills, & the sympathetic restoration of the original old building. The decor & artwork also suited the style & history of the building.”
Natasha
New Zealand New Zealand
“Very Satisfying, Well Cooked Breakfast for my partner, the Granola was very tasty, the venue was very well organised, and the staff were very friendly and welcoming. The ambience of the entire building was very satisfying”
Jackie
New Zealand New Zealand
“Huge rooms, each were clean, tidy and the showers are amazing! We were leaving early so the hosts put out breakfast in the restaurant so we could eat before we hit the road. It was such a lovely touch. I wish we had longer! Top tip, when you book,...”
Peter
Australia Australia
“A great breakfast/brunch menu available and the cafe is centrally located. It really is a home away from home. Very friendly staff, great food and wine plus the CEO Ollie the terrier who is great company.”
Kevin
New Zealand New Zealand
“Kate the owner is an amazing host and an amazing cook. Dinner and breakfast was awesome Old historic building is a very special place to stay , With lovely outdoor gardens All staff were very friendly and accommodating”
Theresa
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“A very warm welcome, really friendly and helpful staff and a beautiful room”
Lindsay
New Zealand New Zealand
“Very clean, spacious room. Little conservatory area and seating outside. Attached to a cafe, restaurant which is nice for breakfast dinner etc.”
Sharon
Australia Australia
“Room was comfortable and beautifully decorated. We had a lovely meal cooked by owner Kate.”

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Waitaki Braids
  • Cuisine
    Australian
  • Dietary options
    Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

Waitaki Braids takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 19:00
Check-out
From 07:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

12+ years
Extra bed upon request
NZD 75 per person, per night

Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no cots available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
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