Reviews from guests who stayed at this hotel, shared by our hotel supplier. Score based on the latest 72 reviews.
Ali_carter
New Zealand · Group of friends · October 2026
+Beautiful accommodation in a beautiful location. So many birds! Hosts were very welcoming.
Kim
Australia · Couple · October 2026
“Gorgeous cottage”
+Location was perfect for us- out of town and quiet, easy to find and right on a great walk. Easy access to the town and scenic drives. The cottage is gorgeous- we loved the warmth of the timber, the furnishings and the courtyard was divine. The bed was firm but comfortable and pillows were lovely and soft. Breakfast provisions were nice and generous. Loved the French touch with the baguette for breakfast! Peter welcomed us warmly and communication in the lead up to our stay was clear and prompt. He also provided excellent recommendations for dinner and walks. The welcome note on the blackboard at the door was lovely too. Oh, and I didn’t mention the gardens- they are amazing.
−Nothing- we loved it, but a fry pan or such would be good if a guest wanted to home cook a meal.
Mark
New Zealand · Couple · October 2026
“Fantastic stay at a beautiful location and the host are very helpful.”
+Beautiful location. So peaceful.
−N/A
Ana
New Zealand · Couple · July 2026
“Gorgeous boutique retreat, lovely hosts, we would stay there again.”
+The Gate keepers cottage is gorgeous. A perfect retreat. Surrounded by gardens and bush makes it a beautiful spot with lots of bird songs to listen to. The hosts were friendly and welcoming. A 5 minute drive to Akaroa town. A bit too far to walk. The continental breakfast provided was perfect. I would recommend staying here.
−Only thing it s a bit far to walk to town. The vineyard offered a shuttle to pick up and drop off for dinner so that solved that problem.
CathieP
New Zealand · Solo · May 2026
“Great spot off the main roads”
+I loved the amazing bird song when we stepped out if the car, close enough to town to walk but far enough to be well away from it all.
−We couldn't figure out the TV, but hey.....we didn't need it
Nola Nicholson
Australia · Couple · April 2026
+Gardens were beautiful. Cottage was lovely with the loft rooms. So quaint. Fruits and flowers from the garden in the room. A real gem.
−Everything was perfect.
Michele
United States · Couple · April 2026
+Loved the vibe of the unit, classic country manor house vibe. Unit had separate living room on main level with access to private court yard. Location perfect distance to downtown Akaroa, with lovely views of the surrounding hills. Mature gardens with plenty of native birds, even a NZ Pigeon was spotted. Cute pond with a very old goldfish enjoying life.
Jennifer
Australia · Couple · March 2026
+Friendly arrival. Very private and extremely cute. I loved sitting in the attic bedroom listening to the birds and seeing greenery out of every window.
Jeffrey
Israel · Couple · February 2026
−Difficult to find, although I must confess to not reading instructiobs prior to arriving. So cannot say how easy it would have been had I read tgem. Nevertheless, a bigger sign on the entrance to path on tge main road would make it much easier
Gail
United States · Couple · January 2026
“Morning bird chorus starts my day.”
+The fresh bread, jam and coffees were worth waking up for. The location and cottage itself were absolutely gorgeous. I could be their gatekeeper forever! Lovely,friendly folks with an playful pup.
−I didn't like that I had to leave.