Offering garden views, Ngā Whare Mānatu in Geraldine provides accommodations and an open-air bath. This bed and breakfast features air-conditioned accommodations with a patio. The bed and breakfast also offers free Wifi, free private parking, and facilities for disabled guests. Each unit comes with a fully equipped kitchenette with a dining table, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, and a private bathroom with walk-in shower, bathrobes, and slippers. A dishwasher, a microwave, and toaster are also offered, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. At the bed and breakfast, units come with bed linen and towels. The nearest airport is Richard Pearse Airport, 19 miles from the bed and breakfast.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.8
Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
10.0
Value for money
9.3
Location
9.8
High score for Geraldine
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Pablo
    United States of America United States of America
    This place is absolute paradise. Quiet, private and beautiful beyond compare. Just remembering my time here makes me well up with happy tears. I don't think I have ever been so relaxed than as during the nights I stayed at Nga Whare Manatu. This...
  • Lara
    United States of America United States of America
    Heated floors, snacks, bathrobes were very appreciated. But the STARS were AMAZING!
  • T
    Terence
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Unique design. Loved the outdoor bath. Weather not great but still had a relaxing time.

Managed by Ahuwhenua Ltd

Company review score: 9.8Based on 53 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property info

Nga Whare Manatu is a unique retreat offering luxury accommodation above the beautiful boutique village of Geraldine. Nestled amongst native plants, stunning birdsong, views to the east coast sunrise and the amazing night sky, our vision is to provide you with a magical relaxing experience that showcases our natural environment and everything that connects us to our whenua (the land). Relax in your hot tub and enjoy the wonders of the stars then continue to view this magic from your bed through the large ceiling skylights and wake in the morning to incredible birdsong while watching the sunrise on the East Coast of South Canterbury.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of Ngā Whare Mānatu
Great facilities! Review score, 9.8

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Toaster
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Safety & security
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    General
    • Air conditioning
    • Smoke-free property
    • Tile/Marble floor
    • Heating
    • Facilities for disabled guests
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron
    Accessibility
    • Raised toilet
    • Toilet with grab rails
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Spa
    • Open-air bath
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    Property practices

    This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

    House rules

    Ngā Whare Mānatu takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 3:00 PM to 12:00 AM

    Check-out

    From 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children not allowed.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 20

    Mastercard Visa Cash Ngā Whare Mānatu accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

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

    FAQs about Ngā Whare Mānatu

    • Ngā Whare Mānatu is 1.2 miles from the center of Geraldine. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Ngā Whare Mānatu offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Open-air bath

    • The prices at Ngā Whare Mānatu may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Check-in at Ngā Whare Mānatu is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

    • Room options at Ngā Whare Mānatu include:

      • Studio