It is across the street from a beautiful beach. The room was clean; the bed was comfy. The lodge is very close to Abel Tasman National Park which was our reason to come to the area.

Our room was right above the communal kitchen and eating area. A bus load of teenagers arrived the same day we did. They weren’t rowdy, but they had a good time right below our window. Then, after one group left, another group came into the area about midnight. We had to close our window which made the room hot. The fan in the room did very little to help with the heat.

Kitchen was usually very clean. Location was perfect, right on the beach. Beds were comfortable and plenty of bathrooms and showers.

The 8 bed dorm was not big enough. No space for any bags. The room had one window which didn't provide enough fresh air for 8 people unless wide open and then someone had to sleep right beside it so it was hard to keep open all night because it was so cold outside. The room was really stuffy and smelled awful as a result. Better ventilation and more consideration for bags would make this place a 10/10. Otherwise a perfect stay.

The location was great. Close to the beach and Abel Tasman National Park. The staff were very helpful and friendly and there was a lively restaurant next door.

The room we were given on arrival was too small. It had a super King sized bed with little other room for suitcases etc. It being Sunday and very busy, the staff were unable to give us a different room. However, they came up trumps the following day, moving us to a family room which was much more spacious.

The location is perfect to explore Kaiteriteri. Food, playgrounds, beach etc are all very close. The room is basic as expected but we had enough space for 3. A fan was provided and this was needed throughout the night to keep cool. The shower is showing its age with paint failing but the pressure, size and temperature were good. Some more hooks to hang towels and swim wear would be useful for the number of people staying.

Update the shower. Add some more hooks to hang wet towels and clothes. Air-con would be a bonus or a wall mounted fan in place of the ground planted one. Would be great if Kaiteriteri could support a bike rental business for the nearby trails. The nearest one is Motueka but has limited opening hours over the weekend.

Friendly staff, welcoming atmosphere. How they warmed our room for us before we arrived. Clean. Exceptionally comfortable. A really great friendly upbeat atmosphere. A great end to our tramp - hot showers and comfortable beds .

Nothing. Maybe some of the other guests could’ve been a bit more respectful to staff and other guests by cleaning up the kitchen after cooking.

As I travelled to Kaiteriteri in off season, I had the hostel almost all to myself. This being said, I was the only person staying in the dormitory. Kitchen well equipped. Restaurant/bar next door (try the oven-baked pizza!). General store with coffee shop a minutes walk away.

As much as I liked coming to Kaiteriteri in off season, it was a little cold in the room - heater did not do the trick. After taking another blanket from one of the vacant beds I was better. When checking in in the afternoon in off season, no one was around: the key was waiting for me in an envelope. That was fine, but if you need a towel, laundry detergent (yes, there is a guest laundry) you have to call them (even though the sign says "Only in emergency situations"). Someone from the next door bar can help.

No-nonsense lodging right outside Abel Tasman park. Appears to be great for families — our room had bunk beds. The attached restaurant, the Beached Whale had excellent fish and chips. :) The staff was friendly and down to earth.

The window shades seemed to be unoperable to get a fully dark room. No breakfast cafe, though there is a kitchen where you can cook your own breakfast foods.

Excellent location, very close to the beach and in the centre of town. Dinner restaurant on site, and places for breakfast just next door. Plenty of parking available nearby

It was a bit of a walk from the car to my room, so it took awhile to get everything in and then loaded again at the end. I think I only saw the reception manned once or twice, though there was plenty of information available.

This hostel was better than I expected. It is not really a party place as some comments I have read suggested. I liked the kitchen and the outside area and that there was enough space in the room for everyone's luggage.

The luggage storage area is outside and is not very big. It would be better to use a room inside that can be locked.

Great location, had everything we needed for a three night stay. Lovely staff and very clean. Great music at the restaurant next door - finished up by 9.30.

The doors of different rooms are quite squeaky and walls are thin. We could hear the neighbours talking until after midnight but otherwise no issues with noise.