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Last Resort

71 Waverley Street | PO Box 42, Karamea, New Zealand
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Christchurch, New Zealand
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2012
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Stayed here for a night on a roadtrip round the South Island. This place has had its problems in the past but has clearly sorted itself out now. The room was fine and the value was reasonable. The staff were enthusiastic and helpful. Great dinner menu (the turbot was superb) , good value and well presented meals. Make the effort,... More

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Stratford
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9 reviews 9 reviews
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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2012
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We stayed in a motel unit after our 4 day tramp, the bed was wonderful and room facilities great. Because we didn't have our own transport the on site restaurant and bar was also a great feature. Our meal was just superb. Very friendly managers and nothing too much trouble More

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Picton, New Zealand
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2012

We stayed at the Last Resort Karamea for one night last week on our weeks biking trip on the West Coast and received a great reception from the people running the Resort . The rooms were clean and the roast meal was excellent They are in the middle of changing a few things (building) so this will improve the dining/lounge... More

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Tauranga
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2012

We spent 3 nights here while exploring the area. The cottage was clean, comfortable and well appointed and made us feel very "at home" for our stay. The (en-suite) kitchen was adequately equipped and made meal preparation easy. The bathroom was excellent. The talent contest in the main bar was a bonus - great fun. The staff were very friendly... More

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Brighton, UK
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14 reviews 14 reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2012
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This place has the potential to be a great little retreat - unfortunately it needs a bit of work before that can happen. We stayed in an ensuite unit, the bathroom was very dated and rough around the edges. The bedroom was fine - comfy bed. The carton of fresh milk was a nice touch. We used the onsite bar... More

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West Coast
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 March 2012

Massive improvement since new managment in Nov 2011. Stayed two nights in a studio ensuite room. Clean and comfortable - great sleep both nights on the comfy bed! Had an evening meal and two breakfasts in the restaurant which were all great!! Friendly staff - will be back again! More

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Auckland, New Zealand
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 March 2012
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Badly in need of restoration after a long hiking trip, we arrived wet, tired and hungry late in the day, with just 15 minutes left till the restaurant closed. Long hot showers were, as any hiker knows, the prime consideration, along with laundry services, to be run in the background while eating the first proper hot meal in six days.... More

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Christchurch, New Zealand
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 March 2012
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With three friends I stayed here in March 2012. The rooms we were given were spacious, comfortable, and reasonably priced. The staff were friendly and helpful. Meals were first rate. They served real whitebait patties as only the NZ West Coast can. Wifi is available at a modest price. The main building is interesting architecturally with some creative use of... More

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Auckland
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13 reviews 13 reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 March 2012
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Nice, clean room. Would have been a nicer stay if the hotel had not hosted that evening a local talent show. I had to call at 11:30 PM to see if they could lower/shut down the music! We were even treated to some drum playing past midnight. The sad part about it was Betty's non-apologetic attitude the following day. Saying... More

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Elgin, Illinois
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27 reviews 27 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 March 2012

We didn't stay here, but made a couple of afternoon stops and ate a wonderful meal here. Everyone was really friendly and we were entertained by a five-legged praying mantis (or something that looked like one) on the deck. More

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