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Nestled amongst peaceful native bushland, Kaka Retreat Motel, Stewart Island offers spacious modern suites with kitchenette, flat-screen TV and free Wi-Fi. Free transfers to and from the airport and ferry terminal are available.

There was a separate room for the bed. I also liked that they provided plates and cups.

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8.8
Fabulous
476 reviews
Price from
£107
per night

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.

The Bay Motel is a 5-minutes’ walk from shops and restaurants; its location allows many hiking and trekking possibilities in the native forests of Rakiura National Park.

Our host Ted met us at the ferry on arrival (we had pre arranged this) and took us on a short drive to introduce us to Oban. Our studio was spacious with all the facilities needed for our 2 night stay. We arrived late afternoon to an already warm room. Views from the balcony of Half Moon Bay in the late afternoon sun were splendid. Fresh milk was provided and appreciated. The Motel is an easy walk to town and to walking tracks. Ted and Donna were friendly, welcoming and helpful. Ted gave us tips on a shortcut to Golden Bay and pointed us to places to eat. He also took us back to the ferry when it was time to go - then went above and beyond by delivering back to me my charger and cables that I left behind. We wholeheartedly recommend The Bay Motel.

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8.9
Fabulous
644 reviews
Price from
£92
per night

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.

The self-contained studio units are adjacent to the main hotel building. The older-style accommodation upstairs in the main hotel offers shared facilities including a communal guest lounge overlooking the harbor, which offers tea and coffee making facilities.

A wonderful three-star hotel with friendly staff, unbeatable location, and all you need for a comfortable stay. We stayed in a studio and it was wonderfully quiet at night. In the evening you can mingle with the locals in the pub downstairs. There is a good selection of food and drinks and the pub closes early so there's no noise. Everyone was helpful and ready for a laugh. Can definitely recommend it.

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8.2
Very good
820 reviews
Price from
£48
per night

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Motels that guests love in Half-moon Bay

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    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 644 reviews
    Lovely little motel run by a wonderful couple. If you come to Stewart Island, you couldn't find more generous and caring hosts.
    Lei Na
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £92
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 644 reviews
    The view is so beautiful with the port and the sea. I spent a lovely time in this motel. And the hosts are really kind and very welcoming.
    Alizee
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £106.53
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 476 reviews
    Excellent support from the staff. Very helpful for getting to and from the Flight Centre to the motel and sorting out breakfast.
    Warwick
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £92
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 644 reviews
    I appreciate that the host picked us at the Ferry Terminal and transported us to the motel. Being given a small bottle of milk.
    Garth
    Solo traveller
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    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 644 reviews
    I enjoyed the facilities at the motel after three hard muddy days on the Rakiura Track.
    Garth
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £92
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 644 reviews
    Excellent service. The motel van was waiting for us when we arrived in the airport shuttle. They took us back when we checked out and showed us where to store our bags so we were free to explore the island until our flight left. The staff were friendly and helpful and the motel is an easy walk to town and has stunning views.
    Gayl
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £106.53
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 476 reviews
    We only stayed one night at the motel, but it was a very nice room. The owners of the motel were also very forthcoming and friendly.
    Lars
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £92
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 644 reviews
    We were collected as arranged and our luggage stored until the room was ready, we did arrive at 10.30am so expected the room to be unavailable immediatley. The staff were amazing and offered some guidence for us to be able to book the things we wanted to do. We loved being able to open the balcony doors and enjoy the bird life in the plantings that surrounded the motel. They offered us transport back to the flight hub, we did choose to to walk but the offer was appreciated. I recommend this motel.
    Kristine
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £92
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 644 reviews
    The room was great, the bed was comfortable. The views of the harbour from the balcony were lovely. We were greeted by host when we arrived and they took us and our luggage to our meeting point for Ulva island taxi. They took our luggage to the motel. I would recommend the bus tour of the island too.
    Christine
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £92
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 644 reviews
    Good view. Comfortable motel. Friendly staff.
    Robert
    Young couple
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