Stewart Island's iconic South Sea Hotel is located on the foreshore, in the centre of town. It is 2 minutes’ walk from the ferry and airline terminals.
Dawn
New Zealand
Location was great. Amazing view of the bay and the restaurant served amazing food. Great place to stay. Highly recommend.
Nestled amongst peaceful native bushland, Kaka Retreat Motel, Stewart Island offers spacious modern suites with kitchenette, flat-screen TV and free Wi-Fi.
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.
Ross
New Zealand
Closeness to the town and friendliness and efficiency of the staff
Tokoeka PurePod is situated in Stewart Island. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking. Outdoor seating is also available at the holiday home.
jill
Australia
5 star facilities in a remote, peaceful environment.
Warm and luxurious
Overlooking Halfmoon Bay and the islands of the Foveaux Straits, Kowhai Lane Lodge is just 5 minutes’ walk from the waterfront. A 4-hour Ulva Island tour is included in your accommodation rate.
warren
New Zealand
Lovely self contained flat in a well cared for garden
Featuring sea views, Anchorstone provides accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 2.6 km from Dead Man Beach.
Leanna
United Kingdom
The accommodation was unlike anywhere we've stayed before, but in the best possible way. Really allows you to get back to nature, but with city lifes most desired conveniences still close at hand.
The views from the window/balcony area are gorgeous, the guest house itself was cosy, spacious and really quiet, but is also close to beaches and areas where lots of birds like to reside, which is awesome. The kitchen and bathroom facilities were fab and really well stocked. The big comfy beds with lots of pillows and blankets, as well as a few additional heating options were so helpful and welcoming as we went during the colder, rainier season. We spent a lot of time exploring the island but I could have just as happily spent all my time in our cosy Anchorstone home away from home.
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.
Beautiful place with lovely people. Good range of shops although only a few. The new Museum is definitely worth viewing but quite pricey. Stunning bird life and scenery. Totally awesome place and people.
Lisa at the beach
New Zealand
Scored 8.0
8.0
We took our push bikes so getting around was very easy.
We took our push bikes so getting around was very easy. Luckily the weather was perfect. Still a little chilly at night but beautiful sunny days. We went as far as the road would go in every direction and found stunning sandy beaches along the way. Basic meals at the pub were reasonably priced just watch out for the specials make sure they tell you the price before committing to the order ( $70 lobster tail ) apparently was delicious !! Not many food outlet options. Four square was surprisingly well priced for everyday items they had a bit of everything and the staff were super happy upbeat and friendly.
Loren
New Zealand
Scored 10
10
We stayed 4 nights and it was perfect amount of time for us.
We stayed 4 nights and it was perfect amount of time for us. We walked the Rakiura track in one day, it is a long walk for one day, but doable if you are fit. We hired e-bikes the next day, and explored Ackers Point, Ringaringa, beach, and that area. Later we walked out to Dead Mans Bay for a swim, it was Labour weekend, so freezing cold. The following day we spent the morning at Ulva Island, allow a good 3+ hours for this. We went out Kiwi spotting at night, we didn't see any Kiwi, but others did, however we did get great photos of the Aurora Australis.
We spent time doing other walks, including Horseshoe Point track, and visited the Moturau Moana Gardens which are lovely.
We also enjoyed the quiz on Sunday night at the Pub.
Stewart Island was a great place to visit for walking, bird spotting, fur seals, and penguins etc. It is a great place for fishing, diving, snorkeling, and swimming in warmer months.
The people are friendly and relaxed. Lots of good places to eat, The Snuggery and The old Butchery ae both cafe's with good coffee and food, The Kai Cart for great takeaways - blue cod and chips anyone! And the pub for big breakfasts, lunches and dinner.
Highly recommend you visit the Island.
Natalie
New Zealand
Scored 10
10
The Oban township at Half Moon Bay is small and friendly -...
The Oban township at Half Moon Bay is small and friendly - one shop/supermarket, 2 coffee shops, one pub/hotel plus quite a few other accommodation options. Two good swimming beaches within easy walking distance and others further out. Interesting and well-maintained bush tracks for day walks as well as the longer tramping tracks around the island. Lots of birds and birdsong everywhere and the possibilty of seeing kiwis in the wild if you're lucky.
Ulva island in Patterson Inlet is a predator free area with lots of native birds and a great day out either by joining a tour from Half Moon Bay or walking over the hill to the public ferry service.
Michael
United Kingdom
Scored 10
10
A great backpackers - the single room was absolutely fine...
A great backpackers - the single room was absolutely fine and the hotel restaurant was outstanding.
It was my birthday(!), so I had the Blue Cod special, which was absolutely delicious! Highly recommended (but make sure to book the restaurant in advance, as it is very popular for obvious reasons!)
dsmay
New Zealand
Scored 8.0
8.0
Easy to get to from Southland (air or sea)
Easy to get to from Southland (air or sea)
The trails are just great: well maintained. —- there are trails to suit all levels of walking/tramping.
Local shops include: supermarket, bar, coffee shops, etc
The locals (& visitors) so friendly & helpfull.
The beaches are also are “sight to see”
I plan to follow the set of trails that takes one’ around the circumference of the Island 👊
Great hotel a short walk to the central area with space to park a car (good if you want to explore the island!). The room was very comfortable though the beds were only double I think, so if you're 6'2" like me, your feet will hang off the end. The first night I wasn't all that comfortable as I felt the bed was too soft - but the room has two beds so the second night I tried the other bed closer to the door and it was perfect for me. The pick up and drop off to the flight centre was good too.
This small boutique hotel is a gem. Sat just above the bay great views from our room and a very short walk to the harbour and facilities. The owners Deanne and Chris really looked after us and the food was exceptional. A welcoming Alfie the dog was just an extra bonus!
Location in the middle of town and very peaceful. Food in hotel was good and most of the staff were lovely, welcoming and informative.
Shower was excellent, wet floor, good pressure and heaps of hot.
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