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The best places to stay in Half-moon Bay

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Kaka Retreat Motel, Stewart Island

Half-moon Bay

Nestled among peaceful native bushland, Kaka Retreat Motel, Stewart Island offers spacious modern suites with kitchenette, flat-screen TV and free Wi-Fi.

N
Nigel
From
Australia
Just a short walk to the centre of town. Very spacious and comfortable. Quiet location. Complimentary pickup from ferry terminal was a great bonus
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 460 reviews
Price from
$125.77
1 night, 2 adults

The Bay Motel

Half-moon Bay

With panoramic views of the Tasman Sea, The Bay Motel overlooks Halfmoon Bay on Stewart Island. It features a nearby golf course, a free shuttle service and free private parking on site.

S
Sharon
From
Australia
The owners were very helpful, friendly and communicated well. Very clean, fabulous view, quiet.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 592 reviews
Price from
$106.93
1 night, 2 adults

Evening Cove

Half-moon Bay

Evening Cove in Half-moon Bay provides adults-only accommodations with a private beach area and barbecue facilities. This apartment offers free private parking, free shuttle service, and free Wifi.

B
Barbara
From
Australia
We loved everything about this place, especially the fact that exclusive use of a little car to run around in while you stay at Evening Cove was included in the tariff. We were welcomed at the ferry terminal by Lionel on our arrival, and later met Cassandra, they are the most delightful hosts you could wish for. The accommodation was perfect, every box was ticked for us.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 59 reviews
Price from
$170.57
1 night, 2 adults

South Sea Hotel - Stewart Island

Half-moon Bay

Stewart Island's iconic South Sea Hotel is located on the foreshore, in the center of town. It is 2 minutes’ walk from the ferry and airline terminals.

P
Pat
From
New Zealand
Excellent meals and location to the ferry was 5-10 minutes away, depending how fast you walked.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 875 reviews
Price from
$66.19
1 night, 2 adults

Butterfield Beach Studio Car inclusive

Oban (Near Half-moon Bay)

Butterfield Beach Studio Car inclusive offers accommodations in Oban, 1.3 miles from Dead Man Beach. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi.

C
Christine
From
Canada
The location was great. Just across the road to the beach. There wasn't any breakfast provided but we managed just fine as we had taken some supplies with us.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
Price from
$244.15
1 night, 2 adults

Greenvale Bed and Breakfast

Oban (Near Half-moon Bay)

Greenvale Bed and Breakfast is a recently renovated bed and breakfast in Oban, near Ringaringa Beach. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace and free Wifi.

M
Marianne
From
United States
The property is located overlooking the bay and newly renovated. Helen, owner is responsive to your needs and is most helpful in setting up water taxis for tours and dinner reservations.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 21 reviews
Price from
$351.33
1 night, 2 adults

Hananui PurePod

Stewart Island (Near Half-moon Bay)

Offering barbecue facilities, Hananui PurePod features accommodations in Stewart Island. With mountain views, this accommodation offers a balcony.

L
Linda
From
United States
Unique experience all around & all together-being one with nature-the design of the glass cabin. Perfect temperature, layout, design, bedding. WE LOVED IT! No Kiwi SEEN by the cabin area but a walk down the main road resulted in a sighting! The STARS above you & it’s no dream.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews
Price from
$231.16
1 night, 2 adults

Tokoeka PurePod

Stewart Island (Near Half-moon Bay)

This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking. Outdoor seating is also available at Tokoeka PurePod.

D
Daniel
From
United States
Location was spectacular and we loved it
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews
Price from
$231.16
1 night, 2 adults

Anchorstone

Half-moon Bay

Providing a garden, Anchorstone provides accommodations in Half-moon Bay. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi.

B
Berry
From
New Zealand
Owners were super lovely and helped return an item I left on the island asap! They picked us up from the ferry and had a courtesy car we could hire during our stay which was invaluable. Cabins are fairly close to each other but private enough we could enjoy our stay. Had washer and dryer available if needed.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 108 reviews

Church Hill Boutique Lodge & Restaurant

Half-moon Bay

With sea views, Church Hill Boutique Lodge & Restaurant is located in Half-moon Bay and has a restaurant, free shuttle service, bar, garden and terrace.

A
Ami
From
United States
Church Hill might be the most wonderful place we’ve ever stayed. The location, the hosts, the accommodation, and the food were all amazing. Exquisite attention to detail!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 54 reviews
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews

Places to Stay That Guests Love in Half-moon Bay

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Avg. price/night: $76.12
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 875 reviews
Central and convenient location with the local restaurant and bar just downstairs. Relaxing guest lounge to just chill and hangout.
Guest review byAudrey
Travelers with friends
Avg. price/night: $122.97
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 592 reviews
Great location, excellent space in the 2 bedroom apartment, nice and cosy with the heating, very clean.
Guest review byGemma
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: $76.12
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 875 reviews
Fabulous location, friendly old-school NZ hotel with helpful staff
Guest review byNikki
Group
Avg. price/night: $144.63
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 460 reviews
Lovely easy going staff and great location.
Guest review byLisa
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: $76.12
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 875 reviews
Great location. Reasonably basic accommodation but there don’t seem to be a lot of options on the island. The meals were good.
Guest review byMalcolm
Young couple
Avg. price/night: $144.63
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 460 reviews
Great location. Peacefully.
Guest review byLeanne
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: $122.97
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 592 reviews
Good location Friendly Pickup from ferry Warm
Guest review byJames
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: $122.97
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 592 reviews
Location of Hotel and Unit we stayed in
Guest review byAnnemarie
Young couple
Avg. price/night: $76.12
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 875 reviews
Gorgeous location, friendly staff, beautiful building, central to everything. Great view from our room. Recommended.
Guest review byKierin
Young couple
Avg. price/night: $144.63
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 460 reviews
great location, friendly staff and accommodation was mint
Guest review byCarl
Young couple
Avg. price/night: $122.97
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 592 reviews
fab location, very friendly staff and unit is clean with all the facilities and great sea view
Guest review byViv Han
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: $144.63
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 460 reviews
Great Location, warm with the heater, comfy older beds
Guest review byMarita
Young couple
Avg. price/night: $122.97
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 592 reviews
Great welcome to Stewart Island. The hosts were very hospitable, let us check in early, took our luggage to the ferry and checked them in for us. Accomodation was fantastic. Great location.
Guest review byPraema
Young couple
Avg. price/night: $76.12
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 875 reviews
Excellent location, large room, good heating.
Guest review byKim
Solo traveler
Avg. price/night: $76.12
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 875 reviews
Location, views, restaurant and staff were all great
Guest review byMartin
Young couple
Avg. price/night: $76.12
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 875 reviews
Fantastic location, handy to everything with good food and drink at our fingertips
Guest review byRochelle
Young couple
Avg. price/night: $76.12
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 875 reviews
Location - close / central - excellent Room exceeded our expectations Dinner was awesome - because of location, need to put pāua on the menu (whole - not minced or fritters)
Guest review bySTEVEN
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 108 reviews
The location has beautiful views. Nestled in the bush and can see and hear all the birdlife. You can teh waves on the beach below.
Guest review byChris
Young couple
Avg. price/night: $144.63
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 460 reviews
Lovely self catering facilities. We enjoyed a pasta dish we prepared in the electric frying pan which worked out pretty well and was easy to clean. Enjoyed the location and we were able to let our ten year old walk to the four square on his own and Rakiura is the only place on earth that feels safe enough to do that.
Guest review byDee
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: $144.63
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 460 reviews
Location to amenities and the surrounding bush with the tuis.
Guest review byJonese
Young couple
Avg. price/night: $122.97
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 592 reviews
Location was spot on
Guest review byNeil
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: $76.12
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 875 reviews
Great location, upstairs lounge was stunning, really nice staff, hot showers 🚿
Guest review byMegan
Solo traveler
Avg. price/night: $76.12
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 875 reviews
Fabulous location and great food.
Guest review byGeorgina
Young couple