Staff was helpful and chatty, everyone we met was friendly, kitchen had all we needed and we enjoyed spending time in the shared areas. Bathrooms are basic but ok.

The building is quite old which decreases some functionality - windows let through a lot of wind and make noise when windy and rainy outside, you can hear a lot of noise from hallways, and also the blankets and duvets have their best time over. Still - a good value for the low price.

Very charming house with the history which I loved from the first sight! Very friendly and helpful staff who helped me to reshedule my travel plan when the road was closed due to heavy rain. The location is perfect!

Huge humidity (or bad ventilation) in the house that I felt always cold staying there. I understand that is an old house, however, I expected to get warm and dry my clothes after heavy rain outside (I stayed in April, i. e. late autumn in New Zealand). My clothers were still wet in the next morning, they did not dry up during the night. It would be really nice to see more hangers and hooks near beds in dormain rooms and in shower rooms.

This is one of the few social hostel we have seen in NZ. Theme rooms are fun. Beds were OK. The kitchen is big & clean and has a lot of stuff. Staff were helpfull too

The theme is really fun, and it does cover up how worn down the house is … the wall paper is falling of the walls, the curtains are ripped, there are water leaks on the terrace, etc. Its not a nuisance, but its a pity to let such a beautiful house go to waste …

I was traveling solo with my infant. The whole vibe at Noah’s Ark is so great. Harry and Linda - the owners - are amazing and the staff has been very friendly and welcoming. I even extended my stay there and had a lovely time there. There is a big kitchen, lounge, and dining space. The location is also perfect. You can make your base there and go for day trips to Franz Josef, Punakaiki, Hokitika, etc. Very close to the i-site.

Nothing! All was great.

The building itself is great - I loved all the period features and quirky decor. Wonderful location, just minutes from the centre of town, the train station, the Intercity bus stop, and a large supermarket. The room felt very spacious and bright. The outside areas were lovely too, with a large garden and a wrap-around verandah. There were washing machines available for 4 dollars (coins only).

WiFi worked well in the common areas, but didn't seem to reach to my bed. There were no lockers in the room.

Lovely themed rooms with stuffed animals 😊, very spacious, clean with great views out the window. The free bike rental service was great as well.

One toilet door, even though you are properly locked, it's very easy open by others from outside. They should change the lock to a hook like another toilet.

A very nice ambience in this historic house, lovely touches with the paintings on wall & each room individulized & colourful. We loved our room with windows on 2 sides where we could soak in afternoon sun. Well stocked kitchen & quality linens. Host took time to chat with us at length - Very much appreciated the ride he gave us to restaurant when there was a long wait for a taxi & we had a reservation.

Basin tap in shower room was loose, but still worked. Not a biggie though.

This was my second time staying here and I'd stay here every time I go to Greymouth. From check in to check out the owners made it a lovely experience. They had a little calm dog walking around. The rooms are super clean and spacious (I got window bed with no bunk attached!!) Location is amazing and the hostel was very welcoming for solo traveller's. Outdoor lawn in the back too, 10/10 place

There's nothing I can think of to give it a bad review

One of the best hostels in New Zealand, where I stayed. Owners are suuuuper nice! It is clean, room was good and bed is comfortable. It is very hygenic. Kitchen is well equipped, there is free coffee and tea! I even extended my stay with 2 extra nights! They also let you use the bike for free! Highly suggest to visit the Point of Elizabeth!

Quiet and friendly. Did my washing and hung it up in the back garden. Did an excellent walk up ‘King domain walk’ and turned right on a small secret path at the top which took me along a ridge. It was the most beautiful and fun hike of my world trip. I regret not staying longer here, staff were super friendly too.